Can I Register to Vote on Election Day in Iowa?

Election day 2024 is finally here!

Today, (Tuesday, November 5th 2024) is the day that Americans will make their voices heard and decide what the country, state, and their local governments look like.

Did you know that in the 2020 election, about two-thirds of Americans who were eligible to vote turned out?

According to Pew Research, this is the highest rate for any national election since 1900.

Isn't it kind of a shame that there were still a third of eligible people who didn't show up to vote?

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Well, if you want to boost those stats make sure you get out to the polls!

How Long Are the Polls Open For in Iowa?

Polling places are open from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM on Election Day here in the Hawkeye State, according to the official Iowa government website.

If you are in line to vote when the polls close, remember to stay in line. You still have the right to vote and the precinct ought to allow you to cast your ballot.

I Haven't Registered to Vote Yet

If you haven't registered to vote just yet, don't worry about that either. Iowa is one of the twenty-four states and territories in the U.S. that has same day voter registration.

To do this, you will be required to go to your correct polling place for your current address on election day, according to reports.

Bring with you a valid form of ID like a drivers license with your current address on it.

If you do not have a state drivers license you can present one of the following items;

• Iowa non-operator ID
• Out-of-state driver’s license or non-operator ID
• U.S. passport
• U.S. military or veteran ID
• ID card issued by employer
• Student ID issued by Iowa high school or college
• Tribal ID card/document

Also, if the address on your ID is not current, bring a document with your address on it. This is your "proof of residence."

The following documents can be used as long as they contain your name, current address, and is current within 45 days.

• Residential lease
• Utility bill (including a cell phone bill)
• Bank statement
• Paycheck
• Government check or other government document
• Property tax statement

How Do I Find My Polling Place?

If this is your first time voting or you've recently moved and are not sure of WHERE to go vote, don't worry!

You can find your precinct or polling place on the official Iowa Secretary of State website here.

Just enter in your five digit zip code, then your house number & street name and you'll e good to go!

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