It's National Voter Registration Day. Are you registered to vote?
Midterms are fast approaching. The General Election is on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, so check out our handy guide to veteran registering and voting in the across the country.
Last year, the Department of Veterans Affairs updated its policy for veterans' voter registration activities to ensure that every service member who defended the right to democracy has the ability to vote. Veterans cared for at VA medical facilities are allowed to leave the hospital to register and vote (subject to health care providers opinion) and patients that can't leave the facility must be assisted to register and vote by absentee ballot.
Register to Vote:
There are countless organizations focused on helping voters get registered, here are the most organized, efficient and confidential sites to use:
Federal Voting Assistance Program
These websites also give you the option to update or change your voter registration in case you've moved or haven't updated your information since getting out of the military.
Voting Early:
Head to Vote.org's early voting calendar or Rock the Vote to get the early voting dates for your state and any additional information.
Absentee Ballots:
Not able to vote in person? Don't throw away your vote! Download your absentee ballot here.
Find Your Polling Place:
Not sure where you go to vote? Check here with Rock the Vote or here on Vote.org to find your polling place.
Most polling places for early voting as well as regular election day voting are accessible for everyone. If you need assistance there are also curbside voting options but its best to check with your local election officials to ensure these options are available for you.
Have a hard time remembering all the dates for elections and registration? You can sign up for reminders here to make sure you never miss another deadline again.
See you at the polls!
Are you a disabled veteran looking for more information on voting accessibility? For more information click here.