Make a Plan, Use Your Voice and Vote!
The upcoming Illinois Primary Election is on March 17th. Now is the time to make your plan to vote. Whether you plan to vote by mail or in person, this election provides a critical opportunity to use our voice and choose who represents us at every level of government, which, in turn, impacts the lives of our families and communities.
ACCESS encourages everyone to make their plan to vote today. Here are some helpful tips and resources to help you navigate the voter registration process and additional details about voting in your area.
Are you registered to vote?
- First, check your registration status.
- Online registration deadline: March 1st (16 days before Election Day)
- Register by mail deadline: March 12th (Must be received 28 days before Election Day)
- In person registration deadline: Available up to and including on Election day
Three ways to vote:
- Vote by mail
- All registered voters are eligible to vote by mail. Ballots must be posmarked by Election Day (March 17).
- Vote early
- If you are unable to vote on Election Day, find an early voting location. Early voting ballots are final. You can also register to vote at every early voting site.
- Vote on Election Day
- Find your polling place here
- Polling place hours are 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. If you are in line by 7:00 p.m. stay in line, you can still vote.
Give yourself ample time to vote. Voting is your constitutional right. Bring a water, snack, book or something that helps you pass the time and ensures you are waiting to vote
Want to learn more about candidates?
- You can learn more about candidates and see what's on your ballot by visiting https://illinoisvoterguide.org/.
Have questions about voting or having trouble at the polls? Visit the Election Protection website at https://866ourvote.org/state/illinois/.
For general information, go to the Illinois State Board of Elections website at https://www.elections.il.gov/.