Government and Voting

Learn about local and state government and read up on important voting information.

Voter's Resources

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.

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

Maine Citizen’s Guide to the Referendum Election Information regarding the November, 2024 referendum questions in Maine. Lists the full referendum questions along with a summary and implications of a yes or no vote. Put forth by the Maine Secretary of State.

Guide to Rank Choiced 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 Maine State voter registration page. Allows for online registration in many circumstances.

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.

Find Your Polling Place & 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.

Guide to Voter Registration A comprehensive guide to voting in Maine. The guide covers voter eligibility, how to register and voter’s rights.

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

Local and State Resources - tax forms, government links

Maine State Portal A direct link to the Maine.gov website home page.

Maine State Tax Forms View and print a variety of tax forms and general forms made available online by the Department of Administrative and Financial Services.

My Representative Find out who your representatives are in Congress and have your voice heard using the online tool Fiscal Note.

Town of York Flood Information Flood information as it pertains to York. Links to the FEMA Map Service Center where you may view the Flood Insurace Rate Maps, as well as information about the Flood Insurance Program.

Federal Resources

Federal Tax Forms & IRS Information File a return, get refund status information, correct a return, pay your taxes or ask for help.

US Department of Energy’s Fuel Economy Page A comprehensive page on fuel economy put forth by the Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy. It contains information explaining fuel economy, how to improve it, and a guide published annually listing the fuel efficiency of many vehicles by their class.

Government Agency Manual Browse the current and archived copies of the The United States Government Manual , the official handbook of the Federal Government. The manual provides information on the agencies of the legislative, judicial, and executive branches. It also includes information on quasi-official agencies; international organizations in which the United States participates; and boards, commissions, and committees.

Government Legislation – The official Congress.gov portal to help individuals stay informed of current legislation. Search for bills by keyword, watch the video archive, and learn more about the current members of Congress.