Election and Voting Resources

Sep 27, 2024 | News

Election Day is Tuesday, November 5, 2024! We have compiled some local, state, and federal resources as you make your voting plan.  Learn about voting in Maine, find your polling location, register to vote, request an absentee ballot, study the candidates and more with the links provided below.  

“We do not have government by the majority. We have government by the majority who participate.” – Thomas Jefferson

State and National Elections Learn more about upcoming elections, important dates, and the candidates. This resource also features a pdf application to register to vote. From Maine.gov

Town of York Website Access the Town Clerk’s page for information about upcoming local elections, referendum items, and election results.

Guide to Rank Choice Voting This explains how ranked choice voting works in Maine, which races use ranked choice voting, and why you should use ranked choice. Created by the League of Women Voters.

How to Vote in Maine Here you can find information on what makes one eligible to vote, how to register to vote,  your voting rights, and who to contact if you have questions. Created by the League of Women Voters.

November 5th, 2024 Election This page provides an overview of what one needs to know to participate in the November 5th election in Maine, including information on ranked choice voting, how to vote, and a list of all the ballot questions with pros and cons.  Created by the League of Women Voters.

Maine Voter Registration The Maine State voter registration page. Allows for online registration in many circumstances. From the Maine Department of the Secretary of State.  See also: Instructions for completing the Maine Voter Registration Application. After completing and signing the voter registration application, voters are encouraged to mail it or deliver it directly to the Municipal Clerk or Registrar of Voters in the municipality where they live, to avoid delays in processing.

Absentee Ballot Request Request your absentee ballot using the state’s online system.

Accessible Voting Learn more about ExpressVote, the state’s accessible voting system for voters with diverse abilities.

Find Your Municipal Clerk Use this online search tool to find the contact information for Municipal Clerks in Maine. From Maine.gov

Find Your Polling Place and Hours Find election-related information based on your home address. This information includes the location of your voting place, the candidates that will appear on your ballot, and your elected officials and how to contact them. From Maine.gov

Guide to Voter Registration  A comprehensive guide to voting in Maine. The guide covers voter eligibility, how to register and voter’s rights. From the Maine Department of the Secretary of State.

Ballotpedia Presidential Candidates  Information about current and withdrawn presidential candidates. Includes links to biographical information, career, policy positions, key votes, and more.

Presidential Candidates  Contains biographical information about Democrat, Republican, and thirdy party candidates for president and Vice President. Notes key policy issues and links campaign promises.  Provided by CNN