Voting

Voting & Election Information in New York State

The League of Women Voters has long been recognized as the premiere source for nonpartisan election information.Need some assistance during election time? Whether you’re a first-time voter or just looking for some friendly reminders, the League has the information you need.

2020 Elections

Voter Registration Basics

INFORMATION & DEADLINES ON VOTER REGISTRATION, ABSENTEE BALLOTS AND MORE…

Absentee Ballot Application
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Federal Voting Assistance Program
First Vote, A Guide for New Voters in NYS
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Voter Registration Form – English
Polling Place Lookup
NYS Board of Elections
Military/Federal Voting Information

ENROLLING AS AN ORGAN AND TISSUE DONOR

When you register to vote, you’ll also have the option to enroll in the New York State Donate Life Registry (Registry), a confidential database of people who have signed up to donate their organs, eyes and/or tissues after their death.

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Your Right to Vote in New York State

College Students
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Individuals with Disabilities
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Homeless Individuals
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Individuals with Mental Health Disabilities
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Individuals with Criminal Convictions and Those Detained in Jail or Prison
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NYS Board of Elections

Link to NYS Board of Election site with instructions for using each of the new voting machines; click on the machine type and a listing of the counties using that type will be provided on the right side.
Know Your Voting Machine.

TOOLKITS FOR VOTER SERVICES ACTIVITIES (NEW)

Everything you need to know about organizing successful events. See samples from local Leagues, too!