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ELECTION


NOVEMBER 5, 2024, GENERAL ELECTION

 * Vote-by-mail ballots must be postmarked on or before Election Day and
   received by November 12, 2024.
 * Ballots continue to be counted after Election Day during the official canvass
   period.
 * County elections officials must complete final official results on December
   5, 2024.
 * The Secretary of State will certify results on December 13, 2024.






VOTER REGISTRATION

 * The below links include information about voter registration eligibility, how
   to register to vote, and how to check your voter registration status, and
   more. 


 * VOTER REGISTRATION

 * If you are eligible to vote in California, you can apply to register to vote
   right now by completing the online application. The application is available
   in English, Spanish, Chinese, Hindi, Japanese, Khmer, Korean, Tagalog, Thai,
   and Vietnamese.


 * MY VOTER STATUS

 * To find out if you are currently registered to vote, visit My Voter Status.


 * WHO CAN VOTE IN CALIFORNIA

 * To register to vote in California, you must be: a United States citizen and a
   resident of California, 18 years old or older on Election Day, not currently
   serving a state or federal prison term for the conviction of a felony, and
   not currently found mentally incompetent to vote by a court.


 * VOTING RIGHTS RESTORED

 * If you are a person with a prior felony conviction, find out if you are
   eligible to register to vote in California by using our Voting Rights
   Restored tool.


 * VOTING RIGHTS: PERSONS SUBJECT TO CONSERVATORSHIP

 * Elections code requires that an individual with a disability who is under a
   conservatorship be permitted to register to vote unless that individual has
   been disqualified from voting. Elections code also requires that an
   individual with a disability, who is otherwise qualified to vote but needs
   accommodations to complete an affidavit of voter registration, be granted
   such necessary accommodations to the extent they are reasonable.


 * PRE-REGISTER AT 16. VOTE AT 18.

 * Online pre-registration is now available for eligible 16 and 17 year olds by
   visiting registertovote.ca.gov. California youth who pre-register to vote
   will have their registration become active once they turn 18 years old.


 * MILITARY & OVERSEAS VOTERS

 * Thank you for taking part in elections while you are in the military or other
   uniformed service, or a civilian living outside the United States. As a
   military or overseas voter who is registered to vote, there are several
   different ways you can request and receive your ballot and return your voted
   ballot and signed Military and Overseas Voter Return Envelope.


 * SAFE AT HOME

 * If you are enrolled in California's confidential address program, Safe At
   Home, please do not apply to register to vote online. Contact the Safe At
   Home program toll-free at (877) 322-5227 or by the Safe At Home email.


 * POLITICAL PARTIES

 * For information on qualified political parties, political party statements of
   purpose, no party preference information, how to qualify a political party,
   and political bodies attempting to qualify, visit Political Parties.


 * GUIDE TO VOTER REGISTRATION DRIVES

 * The Secretary of State’s Guide to Voter Registration Drives is designed to
   help political parties, voter registration drive coordinators, petition
   management companies, circulators, and volunteers understand their
   responsibilities and requirements when helping people register to vote.
   Anyone distributing voter registration cards in California should be familiar
   with the rules and regulations for conducting voter registration drives


 * NATIONAL VOTER REGISTRATION ACT (NVRA)

 * The National Voter Registration Act (NVRA) has two major aspects related to
   voter registration: maintaining accurate voter rolls through list maintenance
   and ensuring every eligible citizen has the opportunity to register to vote
   through the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and designated NVRA Voter
   Registration Agencies (VRAs).


 * VOTECAL

 * VoteCal is California’s centralized voter registration database that provides
   benefits to voters and election officials. Voters can access certain public
   portions of VoteCal to apply to register to vote or update their voter
   registration record, find their polling place, or to see if their
   vote-by-mail or provisional ballot was counted by their county elections
   official and, if it wasn't, the reason why it wasn't. For more information,
   visit VoteCal.


 * SAME DAY VOTER REGISTRATION (CONDITIONAL VOTER REGISTRATION)

 * Same Day Voter Registration, known as Conditional Voter Registration in state
   law, is a safety net for Californians who miss the deadline to register to
   vote or update their voter registration information for an election. For more
   information, visit Same Day Voter Registration (Conditional Voter
   Registration).


 * FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

 * If you have any questions such as how to change your political party, if
   you need a California driver license or California identification card to
   apply online, or what to do if you have just moved within California, visit
   Frequently Asked Questions or contact the Secretary of State's Elections
   Division at (800) 345-VOTE (8683) or by email.




VOTING OPTIONS

 * The below links include information about ways to vote, how to vote by mail,
   assistance for voters with disabilities, information about California’s
   Voter’s Choice Act, and information about voting technology. You will also
   find FAQs to assist you in the voting process.


 * VOTE BY MAIL

 * County elections officials mail vote-by-mail ballots to all active registered
   voters. Any registered voter may vote using a vote-by-mail ballot instead of
   going to the polls on Election Day. For information on vote-by-mail ballots,
   including  checking the status of your ballot or requesting a replacement
   ballot, please visit Vote By Mail.


 * LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTION MATERIALS

 * Language requirements for election materials are governed under the federal
   Voting Rights Act and the state Elections Code.


 * REMOTE ACCESSIBLE VOTE-BY-MAIL (RAVBM)

 * A Remote Accessible Vote by Mail (RAVBM) system allows voters to mark their
   selections using their own compatible technology to vote independently and
   privately in the comfort of their own home. For more information on how to
   request or use a RAVBM, please visit Remote Accessible Vote-by-Mail (RAVBM).


 * VOTERS WITH DISABILITIES

 * Your vote matters! Find information on the Voter Bill of Rights and how to
   fill out a California voter regsitration card in American Sign language. Get
   information on curbside voting, accessible voting machines and other helpful
   information about accessible voting.


 * VOTER'S CHOICE ACT

 * Established by Senate Bill 450 (2016), the California Voter's Choice Act
   (VCA) modernizes elections in California by allowing counties to conduct
   elections under a model which provides greater flexibility and convenience
   for voters. This election model allows voters to choose how, when, and where
   to cast their ballot.


 * VOTING IN CALIFORNIA

 * As a voter, you will help decide who will lead us. You make your voice heard
   on important issues that affect the future of our state and nation. Every
   time you use your precious right to vote, our democracy grows stronger. At
   Voting in California, you can apply to register to vote or fill in a
   printable vote-by-mail application, find your polling place and learn what to
   expect on Election Day.


 * VOTING TECHNOLOGY

 * The Office of Voting Systems Technology Assessment (OVSTA) was created in
   September 2005. When created, OVSTA was charged with two main
   responsibilities: 1) voting system examination, testing, and certification
   for use in California elections; and 2) overseeing the approval of ballot
   printers, as well as authorizing and monitoring the manufacture and
   distribution of ballots for an election. Over the years, that scope has
   expanded to voting technologies including ePollBooks and Remote Accessible
   Vote by Mail Systems.


 * WHERE AND HOW TO VOTE

 * Any registered voter in California can decide whether to vote at a polling
   place or vote by mail. To learn more on ways you can vote in California
   elections, visit Where and How to Vote.


 * FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

 * If you have any questions such as how to change your political party, if
   you need a California driver license or California identification card to
   apply online, or what to do if you have just moved within California, visit
   Frequently Asked Questions or contact the Secretary of State's Elections
   Division at (800) 345-VOTE (8683) or by email.




VOTER EDUCATION AND OUTREACH

The California Secretary of State's office offers a variety of resources about
voting and civic engagement, including joining the Voter's Choice Act ambassador
program, working as a poll worker, and supporting young voters through
student-focused initiatives.


 * CALIFORNIA STUDENT MOCK ELECTION

 * Young people have the potential to be a powerful force in elections, but only
   if they get involved and make voting a habit. Secretary of State Shirley N.
   Weber Ph.D. and Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond invite
   high school and middle school students, teachers, and principals to
   participate in the California Student Mock Election every two years.


 * HIGH SCHOOL VOTER EDUCATION WEEKS

 * The California Education Code designates the last two full weeks in April and
   September as High School Voter Education Weeks. During these weeks, high
   schools and students work with county elections officials to promote civic
   education and participation on campus, encouraging lifelong voters and active
   citizens.


 * POLL WORKER INFORMATION

 * Before every statewide election, thousands of Californians volunteer as poll
   workers to ensure that Election Day runs smoothly. Poll workers are provided
   training by county elections officials and paid a stipend for their services.


 * PROMOTE THE VOTE CALIFORNIA

 * Promote the Vote California focuses on advocating for a strong civic culture
   in California through partnerships with businesses and organizations for a
   more inclusive California.


 * BE A STUDENT POLL WORKER

 * Starting from the age of 16, high school students who are U.S. citizens,
   maintain a 2.5-grade point average, and have consent from their parent or
   guardian and the school are eligible to learn about election processes
   firsthand. They can earn between $65 and $180 by working as student poll
   workers on Election Day.


 * STUDENTS VOTE PROJECT

 * Students Vote Project (SVP) is a nonpartisan program established in 2016. It
   aims to elevate college student voices, promote civic engagement, and empower
   students to participate in the democratic process statewide.
   
   * SVP hosted three quarterly meetings (March, July, October) including SVP
     program updates, a civic engagement outreach training, an action plan
     workshop, and spotlight speakers from universities, colleges, counties, and
     nonpartisan organizations.
   * The California University and College Ballot Bowl is a friendly competition
     where higher education campuses compete to register the most students to
     vote and showcase civic engagement efforts. The Ballot Bowl occurs only
     during an even numbered year ahead of the general election.


 * STUDENT VOTER REGISTRATION

 * The Student Voter Registration program was created to ensure every school in
   California provides eligible students with a meaningful opportunity to
   register, or pre-register, to vote. The Secretary of State's office contacts
   schools annually to gather contact information as required by Elections Code
   and to provide voter registration cards when requested.


 * VOTER'S CHOICE ACT AMBASSADOR PROGRAM

 * The Secretary of State’s Voter’s Choice Act Ambassador Program aims to raise
   awareness about voting options and enhance voter education. Ambassadors work
   with various groups to address voter participation gaps as non-partisan
   trusted messengers.


 * ELECTION VIDEO RESOURCES

 * For election-related video resources on topics such as Where's My Ballot?,
   Election Security in California, and Vote By Mail, please visit Election
   Video Resources.


 * OUTREACH PUBLICATIONS

 * For publications such as A Guide to Voting, New Citizen's Guide to Voting,
   and the Voter Bill of Rights, please visit Outreach Publications.


 * PUBLICATIONS AND RESOURCES

 * For elections-related publications such as the Official Voter Information
   Guide, Reports of Registration, and Statewide Election Results, please visit
   Publications and Resources.


 * FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

 * If you have any questions such as how to change your political party, if
   you need a California driver license or California identification card to
   apply online, or what to do if you have just moved within California, visit
   Frequently Asked Questions or contact the Secretary of State's Elections
   Division at (800) 345-VOTE (8683) or by email.




NEWS ROOM

 * The below links include official communication to county elections officials,
   press releases from the Secretary of State, information about recalls, and
   current and proposed regulations. You can also find election data including
   voter registration and participation, and initiative history statistics.


 * ADVISORIES TO COUNTY ELECTIONS OFFICIALS

 * The California Secretary of State periodically provides written guidance and
   information to the state's county elections officials to help ensure a smooth
   electoral process. The written advisories -- known as CCROVs since they are
   directed to County Clerks & Registrars of Voters -- are posted here shortly
   after they are provided to county elections officials. Electronic copies of
   all CCROVs dating back to January 1, 2013, can be found here.


 * NEWS RELEASES

 * For statements from the Secretary of State, media advisories, updates on when
   initiatives enter circulation, and more, please visit News Releases and
   Advisories.


 * ELECTIONS STATISTICS

 * Get historical voter registration participation in Primary and General
   elections, voter registration statistics, statewide and special election
   results, initiative history statistics and more. 


 * RECALLS

 * Article II of the California Constitution, approved by California voters in
   1911, allows people to recall and remove elected officials and justices of
   the State Supreme Court from office. For more information about Recall
   Elections in California, please visit Recalls.


 * REGULATIONS

 * Information about current and proposed regulations related to Elections,
   Business Programs, Political Reform, Registries, and Information Technology.


 * FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

 * If you have any questions such as how to change your political party, if
   you need a California driver license or California identification card to
   apply online, or what to do if you have just moved within California, visit
   Frequently Asked Questions or contact the Secretary of State's Elections
   Division at (800) 345-VOTE (8683) or by email.


ELECTION INFORMATION

 * General Election, November 5, 2024
 * Advisories to County Elections Officials - November 2024
 * Prior Elections
 * 2024 County Administered Elections
 * Committees and Boards
 * Regulations
 * Recalls
 * Contact Us
 * County Elections Officials Contact Information
 * County Elections Map
 * Frequently Asked Questions


TRANSLATED ELECTION INFORMATION

 * Información para nuevos votantes
 * 新選民資訊
 * नए मतदाता के लिए जानकारी
 * 新しい投票者情報
 * ព័ត៌មានសំរាប់អ្នកបោះឆ្នោតថ្មី
 * 새 유권자를 위한 정보
 * Impormasyon Para sa Bagong Botante
 * ข้อมูลสำหรับผู้ลงคะแนนเสียงรายใหม่
 * Thông Tin cho Cử Tri Mới
 * Language Requirements for Election Materials
 * Translated Publications


BALLOT MEASURES

 * How to Qualify an Initiative
 * Initiative and Referendum Qualification Status
 * Qualified Statewide Ballot Measures
 * Referendum
 * Resources and Historical Information
 * Voter Information Guides


CANDIDATE INFORMATION

 * Political Parties
 * 2024 California Election Guide
 * Ballot Designations Regulations
 * Ballot Designation Worksheet (PDF)
 * Candidate Statements
 * Campaign Finance
 * Qualifications for Running for Office in 2024
 * Randomized Alphabet


COUNTY ELECTIONS OFFICIALS

 * Advisories to County Elections Officials - November 2024
 * Prior Elections
 * Current and Proposed Regulations


ELECTION SECURITY

 * Election Security
 * Post-Election Audits
 * Voting Technology







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