Are you hearing a lot about “making a voting plan?”
We’re in the middle of a pandemic.
We’re facing a big election.
It would be smart to make a plan!
Let’s lay out some critical steps and resources that will help you do that:
--First Step: Register to Vote
--Voting in person on Election Day
- Know your polling place. Check your registration.
- Visit MyInfo.AlabamaVotes.Gov
- Bring valid photo ID, wear your mask, bring your own black pen.
Note: even if someone is coughing, running a fever, and not wearing a mask – they will still be allowed inside to vote. Please be considerate of your neighbors and your poll workers. Follow the recommending masking and social distancing guidance.
--Voting Absentee:
Any registered AL voter can vote absentee. If you’re voting absentee due to COVID-19, select option #2.
-Voting in person absentee:
-Voting absentee by mail/dropoff:
- Apply for an absentee ballot. Instructions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_mn1Y88_wIA
- The absentee election manager will mail your ballot to your mailing address.
- Complete the ballot, have it witnessed by a notary OR by 2 people over 18.
- Instructions for completing/returning an absentee ballot: https://youtu.be/8cDiRlrHM0w
- If you are returning your ballot by mail, we recommend mailing it NO LATER than October 22. Ballots require $1.20 in postage.
- You can return your ballot in person at the absentee election manager’s office until close-of-business November 2.