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I’ve compiled a handy two page flyer of this info,

great for copying and distributing,

using in your volunteer shifts, whatever.


If you want it, Email or DM me.

Make as many copies as you need.

​2024 Allegheny County Voting Information
The campaigns hide  this information from the voters.
​July 31, 2024




 


For more than 40 years, I’ve volunteered for election campaigns.

Voters often ask questions about registration and voting details.  When volunteers can’t give this information because they don’t have it, we know we’re losing votes.  A few elections ago, I wrote this guide.

The campaigns refuse to use it.  They tell me it's not the "right font", or the "right card stock".
So, since the campaigns and the parties hide this information from you, here it is.  Please share it widely.

GENERAL  ELECTION DAY
Tuesday, November 5, 2024

VOTER REGISTRATION
Requirements to vote in Pennsylvania

  • Be a U.S. citizen for at least one month before the election.
  • Be a resident of Pennsylvania and your election district for at least 30 days before the election.
  • Be at least 18 years old no later than Election Day.  November 6 is too late. 
  • If you are in jail awaiting trial, but have not yet been convicted, you can register to vote and can vote by absentee ballot.​


  • Registration forms must be postmarked by, or IN THE ALLEGHENY COUNTY ELECTION OFFICE, no later than 5:00 PM, October 21, 2024.
  • Get voter registration forms at many government offices, state liquor stores, community organizations, and the Allegheny County Elections Division          
  • You can register online and verify your voter registration status online at www.votespa.com 


POLLING PLACES

  • Open continuously 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM – they do not close for breaks.
  • If you are in line by 8:00 PM, you will be permitted to vote. 
  • If it’s past 8:00 PM, STAY IN LINE UNTIL YOU VOTE.


      To find your polling place:


ABSENTEE and MAIL-IN BALLOTS

  • You can apply for an Absentee or Mail-In Ballot from the Election Division.
  • Tuesday, October 29, 2024 is the last day to request ballot.
  • All voted ballots must be returned to the Allegheny County Election Division no later than 8:00 PM
    on Tuesday,     November 5, 2024.
  • Follow the completion and mailing instructions carefully, or your vote may not count.
  • Request Absentee and Mail-in  Ballots from Allegheny County Elections Division
  • If you will need an absentee or mail-in ballot, start the application process NOW.


ALLEGHENY COUNTY ELECTIONS DIVISION

  • 604 County Office Building  542 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh PA 15219             
  • Phone: 412-350-4500          Fax: 412-350-5697          Allegheny County Elections
  • Office Hours:  8:30 AM to  4:30 PM


YOUR VOTING RIGHTS

  • You have the right to vote.
  • As long as you’re registered, no one can prevent you from voting.
  • No one can threaten or harass you, or force you to vote for anyone.
  • You can not be fired or evicted for voting.
  • If you are a convicted felon, you can register to vote again after you are released from prison, even if you are still on probation or parole.
  • If you are in jail awaiting trial, but have not yet been convicted, you can register to vote and can vote by absentee ballot.
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  • If you need help voting because you are blind, disabled, or unable to read or write, you can get help from the person of your choice, other than from your employer or union, or someone that the employer or union chooses. 
  • Polling place workers cannot help you to vote.


IF YOU HAVE PROBLEMS VOTING


  • If the poll workers won’t let you vote, ask them for a provisional ballot. 
  • If you still can’t vote, call the PA Dept. of State at 877-VOTES-PA (877-868-3772)
  • Or call Election Protection, a nonpartisan organization, at 866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683)


CANDIDATES


In this election, we are voting for

  • US President
  • US Vice President
  • All U.S. House of Representatives Members – that’s YOUR Congressperson
  • One-third of U.S. Senate Members, including the seat currently held by PA Sen. Robert Casey
  • PA State Senators in odd-numbered districts
  • All PA State Representatives
  • PA Attorney General, Auditor General, and Treasurer


VOTER ID

You must show ID ONLY IF this is the first time you will vote at this polling place.


Approved forms of photo ID

The ID must be valid and not expired.

  • PA driver's license or ID card issued by PennDOT
  • ID issued by any other Commonwealth agency
  • ID issued by the U.S. Government
  • U.S. Passport
  • U.S. Armed Forces ID
  • Student ID
  • Employee ID


Approved forms of non-photo ID
The ID must include the name and address of the voter.

  • Voter's identification card issued by the voter registration commission
  • Non-photo ID issued by the Commonwealth
  • Non-photo ID issued by the U.S. Government
  • Firearm permit
  • PA hunting license
  • Current utility bill
  • Current bank statement
  • Current paycheck or Government check

 
​​People died to protect your right to vote. 
Please remember them as you cast your ballot.

 

 


 

 

 



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