Voter Resources
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Special election is Tuesday for Clinton state Senate seat
Tuesday’s special election will decide who fills the vacancy left by Lieutenant Gov. Chris Cournoyer. The special election for the vacant state Senate seat in District 35 will be held on Tuesday, January 28, 2025. Polling places will be open on Election Day from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Two candidates are on the ballot:…
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How does my vote get counted—and certified—in Iowa?
Now that you’ve voted, how does your vote get counted? We drew a roadmap Iowa takes after each Election Day to certify its results. You voted. You did your job. With a little patience we’ll have a result. Because there is so much attention on getting you to a precinct to fill out and turn…
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Don’t panic: Here’s how to vote last minute in Iowa
Have you voted yet? If you haven’t, don’t worry—you still have time to vote last minute!
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Here’s what else is on the ballot in Iowa in 2024, besides President
It’s 2024, which means we’re voting for President this year. But there are other elected officials on the ballot in Iowa this year, too. Here’s who they are. Everyone will see Presidential candidates on their ballot. That will include Democratic and Republican ones, as well as Libertarians, Greens, and a few others. After that, you’ll…
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Felony on your record? You can likely still vote in Iowa; here’s how
If you’ve been convicted of a felony charge in Iowa, but you’ve served your time, you could be eligible to vote this November. Whether those who have a felony on their record can vote, and when that happens, varies widely across the US: In three places (Maine, Vermont, Washington DC), you never lose your right…
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No cold calls: 6 ways to get out the vote as an introvert
Maybe you’re an introvert, avoid social situations, or just don’t like the idea of door-knocking, cold-calling, and meeting people. But you’re still hyped up for the election, and want to get out the vote for your favorite candidate. What to do?
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How to be a poll worker in Iowa
A guide to becoming a poll worker in Iowa. If you’d like to be an election worker in Iowa, the easiest way to do it is to go to pollworker.iowa.gov. There, you can click or tap on the “Become a Precinct Election Official” button and fill out a form. The Iowa Secretary of State’s Office…
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How to vote on Election Day in Iowa
It’s Election Day, and you have done literally nothing to prepare for this. Don’t worry: You can still vote! Here’s how. Iowa’s general election is Tuesday, November 5, 2024. If you’re reading this on Nov. 5, don’t freak out: You can still register AND vote today. REGISTER TO VOTE See if you’re already registered to vote: …
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Early voting in Iowa: Where, when and how to vote
A step-by-step guide to early voting in Iowa. If you want to vote, but you don’t have the time or ability to go to your polling location for whatever reason, an easy solution is to vote early. In Iowa, the process involves a few steps, but let’s start with a quick explanation. Am I eligible…
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How to skip the crowds when you vote in 2024
If you’re worried about interacting with a bunch of people when you go to the polls to vote this year, you don’t have to be. In fact, voting is generally low-interaction, but if you really want to talk to as few people as possible, you have some options.
