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Springfield MO Voting Guide – Everything you need to know for Nov. 2024 election

Springfield MO Voting Guide: Everything You Need to Know for the Nov. 2024 Election

Who can vote?

Missouri has a closed primary system, meaning that only registered voters of the Democratic or Republican party can vote in their respective party's primary. However, voters who are unaffiliated with either party may vote in either primary this year.

To register to vote in Missouri, you must be a U.S. citizen, at least 17 years old, and a resident of Missouri. You can register to vote online, by mail, or in person at your local election office.

What's on the ballot?

The 2024 election will feature a number of important races, including the presidential race. Missouri will also be voting on a number of state and local races, including the governor's race, the attorney general's race, and the state legislature.

Voters in Springfield will also be voting on a number of local issues, including a proposal to increase the city's sales tax. You can research candidates and issues on the Springfield City website.

When is the election?

The primary election will be held on Tuesday, August 2nd, 2024. The general election will be held on Tuesday, November 5th, 2024.

How can I vote?

There are three ways to vote in Missouri: by mail, in person, or on Election Day.

To vote by mail, you must request a mail-in ballot from your local election office. Mail-in ballots must be postmarked by the day before the election and received by your local election office by the end of the day on Election Day.

To vote in person, you can go to your local polling place on Election Day. You will need to bring a valid photo ID with you.

To vote on Election Day, you can go to your local polling place on Election Day. You will need to bring a valid photo ID with you.

What else do I need to know?

Here are some other things to keep in mind about the 2024 election:

• The deadline to register to vote is July 8th, 2024.
• You can find your polling place on the Missouri Secretary of State's website.
• You can track your mail-in ballot on the Missouri Secretary of State's website.
• Voters with disabilities may be eligible for assistance at the polls. You can find more information on the Missouri Secretary of State's website.