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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 the necessary steps of voting in the 2022 California Primary Election on June 7th.

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)

If all three 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 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 June 7th California Primary Election is May 23rd.  

MISSED THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE? It’s best to register before the May 23rd 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. Due to COVID-19 all active voters will receive a ballot in the mail starting the week of May 9th. 

  • 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 June 7th! 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, June 7th:

  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 May 23rd, 2022.

  • It’s best to submit months ahead of the May 23rd 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 June 7th.

Additional Voting Links

  • Know Your Voting Rights
  • Voter Identification

Word on the Street

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powercaaction Power CA Action @powercaaction ·
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We know what our communities need: affordable housing, job opportunities, mental health services, and access to education and voting and health care 😎

We are still fighting for these BASIC necessities, and voting is just ONE TOOL to demonstrate our political power ✊🏽

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powercaaction Power CA Action @powercaaction ·
11 Aug

We’re all vibing on this earth to be happy 💛💛

Having a support system is important; whether it’s your friends or family, we are a community. We’re meant to be here for each other and foster healthy habits and relationships ✨

Tag friends you appreciate and love 😝

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powercaaction Power CA Action @powercaaction ·
10 Aug

This is HUGE 🥳 the Inflation Reduction Act addresses health care, climate change, and the rising inflation rates that have been making everyday items difficult to afford.

This act is way overdue and far from perfect, but it shows us that change is POSSIBLE 💯❤️

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9 Aug

There’s no rush to feel like we should be somewhere else. ⏳

Comparing ourselves to others’ values of success or what a young person should or should not be doing by a certain age doesn’t matter. 🪞

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5 Aug

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