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The latest information you need about US voting laws, democracy, and more.

Virginia: Use of Legislative Congressional Redistricting Map Amendment

Election Day: April 21 - Virginia voters will decide whether to allow their state legislator to redistrict the state ahead of the 2026 midterms.

Nevada: Question 7

Election Day: November 3 - Nevada will be asking voters whether they would like to implement photo ID requirements when voting.

Oklahoma: State Question 832

Election Day: June 16 - Oklahoma will be asking voters whether they would like to increase their state's minimum wage.

Ohio: Issue 2, Local Public Infrastructure Bond Amendment

Election Day: May 6th - Ohio has one statewide ballot measure focused on funding of public infrastructure throughout the state.

Louisiana: Four Statewide Ballot Measures

Election Day: March 29th - Louisiana has four statewide ballot measures focused on a wide array of issues, from taxes to criminal justice.

Wisconsin: Question 1, Require Voter Photo ID Amendment

Election Day: April 1st - Wisconsin has one statewide ballot measure that would enshrine voter ID laws into the constitution.

Virginia: Voting Rights Restoration for Felons Upon Release Amendment (2026)

Election Day: November 3 - Virginia voters will be asked whether or not they would like to amend the state's re-enfranchisement process for individuals with felony convictions.

Kansas Elections for Supreme Court Justices Amendment

Primary Election Day: August 4 - Kansas will be asking voters whether they would like to elect state supreme court justices, instead of the state's current nomination process.

Florida: Special Congressional Elections

Election Day: April 1st - Florida is holding two special congressional elections on April 1st, in the 1st and 6th congressional districts.

Wisconsin: Supreme Court Election

Election Day: April 7 - Wisconsin voters will elect a new state supreme court justice, a decision that will impact the makeup of the court.

New Jersey: Gubernatorial and Other State Elections

Primary Election: June 10th General Election:November 4th - New Jersey's 2025 election is a statewide election for governor, state senators, state assemblymen, amongst others.

Maryland: Right to Reproductive Freedom Act

Election Day: November 5th - The Right to Reproductive Freedom Act ensures that Maryland voters will be asked to weigh in on the topic of abortion this November.

Texas: U.S. Senate Election

Election Day: March 5th - This election, both the March primary and the November general, may be one of the most closely contested senate elections of 2024.

California: U.S. Senate Election

Election Day: March 5th - A giant field of candidates are all competing for the senate seat held by Dianne Feinstein (D) for over 30 years.

Florida: Amendment 1

Election Day: November 5th - The Partisan School Board Elections Amendment proposes changes to how school board elections operate in Florida.

Nevada: Question 3

Election Day: November 5th - The Top-Five Ranked Choice Voting Initiative proposes making ranked choice voting the norm for all Nevada elections going forward.

Pennsylvania: Supreme Court Retention Election

Election Day: November 4th - Pennsylvania will be asking voters whether they would like to retain three supreme court justices to remain on the court.

Connecticut: No Excuse Absentee Voting Amendment

Election Day: November 5th - The No Excuse Absentee Voting Amendment proposes moving Connecticut from requiring an excuse to vote with an absentee ballot to not requiring an excuse.

Beyond the Polls

Understand the elections, democracy and why your vote matters

Understanding Redistricting: How It Shapes Our Democracy

Every few years redistricting impacts where and how our communities vote… Read more to learn about the in’s and out’s of this critical aspect of democracy.

Pre-Registration FAQs: Get Ready to Exercise Your Right to Vote!

In many states, you do not have to wait until you turn 18 in order to participate in politics! Pre-registration is one of the ways in which 16 and 17 year olds can get ready to vote. Read more to learn how pre-registration works in your state!

Why Voting is Important: Your Voice Matters

From the president to our city councilmembers and everything in between, our vote is a critical way to use our voice to impact our communities. We dive into the nuances of why it’s important to use your voice at the ballot box!

What Are Ballot Measures?

Ballot measures are one of the most impactful ways that voters can impact their community from the ballot box – read on to learn the in’s and out’s of how they work!

Understanding Gerrymandering: How It Impacts Elections and Voting

Democracy relies on the premise of one person, one vote – that is until people’s votes don’t all hold the same weight. Read more to learn about how gerrymandering is a complex tool used by politicians to keep power and weaken democracy!

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