WHY SHOULD YOU VOTE?

Voting is one of the most powerful ways to make your voice heard in our democracy, but in 2020, only 66.8% of the voting-age population in the United States reported voting. 

Modern technology has improved access to information on candidates and made it easier to register to vote in many areas, and it is vital to be aware of how you can participate in the 2024 election cycle.

ARKANSAS’ ABSENTEE AND MAIL-IN VOTING PROCEDURES

Permanent absentee / mail-in voting procedures:

• Excuse required to request an absentee ballot
• Applications can be submitted via mail, in-person, email, and fax

ARKANSAS’ EARLY VOTING DEADLINES

Early Voting Begins: October 21, 2024

Early Voting Ends: November 4, 2024

November 5 is General Election Day

DEADLINES TO KNOW FOR VOTING IN ARKANSAS

VOTER REGISTRATION DEADLINE: October 7, 2024 - 30 days before an election.

ABSENTEE / MAIL-IN VOTING BALLOT DEADLINES:

Request must be received by October 29, 2024 7 days before the election for mail and electronic requests; the Friday before the election for in-person requests.

BALLOT SUBMISSION DEADLINE:

Must be received by 7:30 p.m. on Election Day. Hand-delivered ballots must be received at the county clerk’s office by the close of business the Friday before Election Day. Mail Receipt by Election Day

HOW YOU CAN REGISTER TO VOTE IN ARKANSAS

To register to vote in Arkansas, visit the State Board of Elections website for more information on voter eligibility and the registration process.

You can begin the registration process through Arkansas’ Online Voter Registration System.