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Voting resources

We must show up to vote and make our voices heard on the issues that matter to us.

To help guide you through the voting process, we’re providing this one-stop resource to walk you through all necessary voting steps in the 2022 Midterm Election on November 8th.

Make a plan and use this short checklist to plan ahead:

For more info on each step use this expandable guide:

VOTER REGISTRATION

Voting is an important way to make sure we ALL have say on what goes on in OUR communities.

But you can’t vote if you’re not registered.

AM I ELIGIBLE TO REGISTER?

  • US Born Or Naturalized Citizen
  • Resident of California
  • At Least 16 Years of Age (pre-registration)
  • Not currently serving a state or federal prison term for the conviction of a felony
  • Not currently found mentally incompetent to vote for a court

If all conditions apply to you, then you are eligible to register as a California voter.

Note: You can pre-register as a 16 and 17-year-old, which means on your 18th birthday, the Registrar will automatically register you to vote and send you a notification in the mail. You don’t need to take time filling out another form unless you change your name, address, and/or want to change your political party.

HOW DO I REGISTER?

You can Register to Vote online here. If you’re unsure if you’re registered or registered at the right address you can check your status here. 

Prefer snail mail? Requesting a paper registration form is fast and easy. To request a paper voter registration application, call (800) 345-VOTE (8683)

Plan early! The deadline to register for the November 8th Midterm Election is October 24th.  

MISSED THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE? It’s best to register before the October 24th deadline. If you miss that deadline you can still do the Same-Day Voter Registration process and request your ballot in person at your county elections office or polling location. For more information on voter registration and voting locations, contact your local county elections official.

VOTING BEFORE ELECTION DAY

VOTE BY MAIL

If you’ve already registered to vote, you can submit your ballot by mail. That’s right. You can vote without leaving your home. California has made vote-by-mail permanent throughout the state therefore all active voters will receive a ballot in the mail starting the week of October 10th. 

  • Fill it out completely 
  • Try to send it back ASAP. It’s free too – no postage is required! 
  • You can drop it in your mailbox, in a designated ballot drop off box, or at your polling location or vote center. 
  • KEY: Ballots must be postmarked by November 8th! As long as it’s postmarked by Election Day, ballots can still be counted up to 17 days after election day.

EARLY VOTING

In California, registered voters in select counties can vote early, in person 10 days before the election. Due to COVID-19 some counties are allowing up to four days of early voting. Click here to find out if your county has early voting or call the Secretary of State’s toll-free voter hotline at (800) 345-VOTE (8683).

VOTING ON ELECTION DAY

MAKE A VOTE PLAN

Research shows people who make a plan to vote are way more likely to actually vote. Do these things to help you flex your electoral muscle on Tuesday, November 8th:

  1. Check Your Status: Make sure you’re registered to vote. You can check your voting status here.
  2. Choose A Time: Polls in California open at 7AM and close at 8PM. Pick a specific time to vote. After school @ 4:30? Before work at 5:30? Companies are legally obligated to give you time to vote if you give prior notice. Calendar it to give yourself a reminder. They will have physical distancing in place to ensure everyone who wants to vote in-person can do so safely. 
  3. Know Where You’re Going: Locate your polling place or better yet know where you can vote early. If you’re unsure about your polling location, click here to learn where to go on Election Day.
  4. Show Up: Show up to your polling place, give your first and last name and prepare to cast your ballot. Don’t forget your mask!
IMPORTANT DATES & DEADLINES

Voter Registration Deadline

Online voter registrations must be submitted by October 24th, 2022.

  • It’s best to submit months ahead of the October 24th deadline to make sure it’s received in time.

Vote By Mail Deadline

  • Once you’ve received and completed your ballot, it must be postmarked on or before November 8th.

Additional Voting Links

  • Know Your Voting Rights
  • Voter Identification
  • Voting Rights: Persons with a Criminal History
  • Find YOUR California Voter Guide (non-partisan)

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powercaaction Power CA Action @powercaaction ·
25 Dec

Hoping our dreams come true these holidays ✨

Today and always we will continue to fight for a universe that cares for us all.

We deserve to rest, recharge, and plant roots in the cities we call home 🫶🏼

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16 Dec

HOW TO BEAT A REPUB W/DEEP POCKETS IN A CONSERVATIVE REGION? A thread 🙃🙃😘

We have a story to tell!

Fue Xiong, a young Hmong American housing activist running 4 Merced CC in #CENTRALVALLEY beat a GOP incumbent sheriff Lt w/deep support f/ powerful corporate interest groups

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powercaaction Power CA Action @powercaaction ·
7 Dec

We are beyond proud to have witnessed @FueXiong4merced get sworn into the Merced City Council! 🥳 Fue is now the youngest elected Merced City Council member and the youngest Hmong elected in #California! 👏🏽

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29 Nov

It's #GivingTuesday ❤️ Our unapologetic youth movement and organizing matters. Our work leads to WINS. 👏🏽

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17 Nov

We are proud to have endorsed @KarenBassLA! Karen's campaign proved that people-powered movements can and will defeat greedy real estate wealth! We look forward to working with @Karenbassla, a grassroots movement leader and community champion ✨👏🏽 What a historic WIN 🏆!

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