Connecticut

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About This State

Connecticut, the jewel of New England. You’re known for your crisp falls and putting seafood on pizza. But before we get into another fight about who has the better pizza, we have more pressing issues like THE FUTURE OF THIS COUNTRY. We got your back with all the info you need to be a voter this year. So read up, Nutmeg State and we'll see you on I-95!

BE A VOTER

Key Dates

Nov 1

Registration Deadline (online or postmarked by mail)

Oct 20

Recommended Absentee Ballot Request Deadline

Nov 8

Absentee Ballot Return Deadline (by mail or in person)

Nov 8

Election Day

Connecticut Voter Guide

  • How do I make sure I'm registered to vote?

    Go to votesaveamerica.com/be-a-voter to check your registration or get registered. We're working with BallotReady to make this as easy as possible for you, so don't fuck it up

    Register Here

  • Can I register the same day I want to vote?

    Yes, but the voter registration site is generally not the same location as the polling place. So why wait? Do it now. Do it do it do it dooo itdoitdoitdoit: votesaveamerica.com/be-a-voter

    Register Here

  • Can I vote by mail?

    Lol no. Only certain voter are eligible to vote by mail, in this case called absentee voting. If you need to vote absentee, go here to find out how to get one.

    Learn More

  • Can I vote early?

    Nope. So make sure you're all set with what you need to vote on Election Day.

  • Do I need an ID?

    Kind of. When you arrive at the polling place, the poll worker will request that you present ID, but if you do not have an ID, in most cases, you may sign an affidavit in lieu of presenting ID. There are several options for identification and they do not need to be a driver's license or have a photo. It's a bit involved, so see here for the details from VoteRiders.

    Get the details

  • How do I cast my ballot?

    If you are voting absentee, you can return your ballot by mail or in-person. For in-person voting, polling places will be open from 6am to 8pm, and you can find the polling place closest to you here.

    Find Your Polling Place

what's new in Connecticut voting since 2020

Great news, Connecticut! Your legislature took action in 2021 to expand voting access by making some 2020 emergency measures permanent and enacting new pro-voter provisions. The online absentee ballot request system and drop boxes are now permanent! One emergency provision which has expired is no-excuse absentee voting, which means that, like in elections prior to 2020, only some voters are able to vote absentee by mail. The new laws also require employers to provide two hours of unpaid time off on election day to vote, restore the right to vote to all those convicted of a felony immediately upon release, and creates an automatic voter registration system.

Now What?

2 Opportunities

Resources

  • Find the details on accessible voting in your state, including early voting, Election Day voting, mail voting, and accessible mail voting tools for people with print disabilities.

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  • Get your absentee ballot here!

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  • Need to show Voter ID? Not sure what kind? Get the specifics in your state here.

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