Pennsylvania election voter guide 2022

VOTING IN PENNSYLVANIA IN 2022

Voting FAQ
VOTING IN PENNSYLVANIA IN 2022

Important Dates for 2022 Election Cycle
VOTING IN PENNSYLVANIA IN 2022

Candidates up for election on Nov. 8

Published: 12:42 PM EDT October 11, 2022

Updated: 2:45 PM EST November 8, 2022

PENNSYLVANIA, USA

General Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 8. Here's everything you need to know about the candidates and voting in Pennsylvania in 2022.

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Get the latest results after polls close at 8 p.m.

Despite a court challenge, mail-in voting remains in use in Pennsylvania for the second straight election cycle.

This year, the race for Pennsylvania's governor and U.S. Senate seats represent the most hotly contested races in the commonwealth. However, voters will also be selecting candidates for seats in the state Senate, the state House of Representatives, and more.

VOTING IN PENNSYLVANIA IN 2022: Voting FAQ

How do I register to vote?

To register to vote, you can visit Votes PA's website here.

To complete the process, you must fill out a voter registration form. Once complete, the county voter registration office reviews the form.

If your registration is accepted, you will receive a voter registration card in the mail. That card will show your name, address, party affiliation and the address of where you will vote.

There are four ways you can register to vote or update your registration:

The deadline to register to vote is October 24, 2022.

How do I cast my vote?

In Pennsylvania, you can vote in person at your assigned polling location, by absentee ballot or mail-in ballot.

Requests for an absentee or mail-in ballot must be received by the local elections office by November 1.

Your completed ballot must be in the elections office by 8:00 p.m. on November 8, and postmarks on that date do not count.

When can I vote?

Polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on November 8, and mail-in ballots are expected to be mailed out soon.

Mail-in ballots can be returned via U.S. mail or dropped off at the local county elections office.

How do I apply for a mail-in ballot? When is the deadline to apply?

Applying for a mail-in or absentee ballot is easy to do online. Registered voters can apply on VotesPA.com. If you provide an email address, you can receive real time updates on your application and track when your ballot is expected to arrive.

The last day to apply for a mail-in ballot in Pennsylvania is November 1. However, the U.S. Postal Service recommends voters do not wait that long to apply in order to ensure their ballot arrives on election day.

How do I vote by mail?

In Pennsylvania, mail-in ballots are due by November 8, which means ballots should be sent in the mail no later than November 2.

If you receive a mail-in ballot but decide you want to vote in person, you must bring your unmarked ballot and envelope to your polling place. Without them, you can only vote in person by provisional ballot.

You can also bring your mail-in ballot to your county election office at any time, as long as it is before 8:00 pm on November 8.

For more information, you can visit the Pennsylvania Department of State’s website.

Where can I vote on November 8?

On Tuesday, November 8, voters wishing to vote will have the option to do so in person or by mail.

Voters can find their polling location at the Department of State's website here.

Do I need photo ID to vote?

The first time you vote at an in-person polling location, you MUST bring a photo or non-photo ID.

Options include, but are not limited to, the following:

Pennsylvania driver’s license or PennDOT ID card
ID issued by any Commonwealth agency
ID issued by the U.S. Government
U.S. passport
U.S. Armed Forces ID
Student ID
Employee ID
Non-photo ID issued by the Commonwealth
Non-photo ID issued by the U.S. Government
Firearm permit
Current utility bill
Current bank statement
Current paycheck
Government check

If I haven't turned in my absentee ballot yet, can I drop it off on Election Day?

Yes! You can drop your absentee ballot off on Election Day, but it must be received by your county election office by November 8 at 8:00 p.m.

Postmarks will not be enough for the ballot to be counted.

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Can I register to vote on Election Day?

The simple answer is no.

Pennsylvania does not provide for same-day voting at the present time. If you have not previously registered, you will not be able to vote in the November 8 general election.

VOTING IN PENNSYLVANIA IN 2022: Important Dates for 2022 Election Cycle

List of important Dates For the 2022 Election

The Pennsylvania Department of State has released dates for events related to this year's elections. Here is a list of critical dates associated with Pennsylvania's 2022 election cycle:

October 24, 2022 - Last Day to Register to vote before November 8 election
November 1, 2022 - Last day to apply for mail-in or civilian absentee ballot
November 8, 2022 - 2022 General Election (Polls open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.)
November 9, 2022 - First day to Register after General Election
November 15, 2022 - Last day for County Boards of Elections to receive voted military and overseas absentee ballots