Voting & Election Information in New York State
The League of Women Voters has long been recognized as the premiere source for nonpartisan election information.Need some assistance during election time? Whether you’re a first-time voter or just looking for some friendly reminders, the League has the information you need.
Voter Registration Basics
INFORMATION & DEADLINES ON VOTER REGISTRATION, ABSENTEE BALLOTS AND MORE…
- Absentee Ballot Application
English Spanish - Federal Voting Assistance Program
- First Vote, A Guide for New Voters in NYS
English Spanish - Voter Registration Form – English
- Polling Place Lookup
- NYS Board of Elections
- Military/Federal Voting Information
ENROLLING AS AN ORGAN AND TISSUE DONOR
When you register to vote, you’ll also have the option to enroll in the New York State Donate Life Registry (Registry), a confidential database of people who have signed up to donate their organs, eyes and/or tissues after their death.
Your Right to Vote in New York State
- College Students
Brochure - Individuals with Disabilities
Brochure - Homeless Individuals
Brochure - Individuals with Mental Health Disabilities
Brochure - Individuals with Criminal Convictions and Those Detained in Jail or Prison
Brochure
NYS Board of Elections
- Link to NYS Board of Election site with instructions for using each of the new voting machines; click on the machine type and a listing of the counties using that type will be provided on the right side.
- Know Your Voting Machine.
TOOLKITS FOR VOTER SERVICES ACTIVITIES (NEW)
Everything you need to know about organizing successful events. See samples from local Leagues, too!