Election Day Is Tomorrow. What You Need To Know, From NYPL

Tuesday, November 8: General election day

Your voice matters! Offices on the ballot include the Governor of New York, Attorney General of New York, U.S. Senate, U.S. House of Representatives, and more. Learn more about elected offices and view your sample ballot.

Deadline to return absentee ballots. Election day, November 8, is also the last day to postmark your absentee ballot or drop it off at a poll site. Find your polling location and hours of operation. Be sure to confirm your polling site and hours of operation as they may have changed since the primary elections.

You can register to vote in future elections with NYC Votes.

Useful Links

Check out the resources below or watch this video to get election ready for 2022!

• Find Your Polling Place
• Vote by Mail/Absentee Voting
• Find Your Districts 
and Current Representatives
• Research the Issues
• Research the Candidates and Ballot Proposals
• Research Campaign Finance and Government Information
• Free Voter Information Events at the Library
• Multilingual Information
• Register to Vote
• Change Your Party Registration
• Check Your Registration Status
• Ranked Choice Voting: What It Is and How to Do It
• Read About the History of New York City Politics
• Explore the Big Apple Book Ballot

Voting in NYC: Introduction

Government affects almost every aspect of ​our ​daily lives, including education, affordable housing, public transit, public safety, and so much more. In 2022, federal and state elected positions are on the ballot. This election season is more important than ever—make your voice heard!

The 2022 general election will take place on Tuesday, November 8, 2022.

2022 is a major electoral year for New York State and the nation. In the run-up to the general election on Tuesday, November 8, The New York Public Library is coordinating activities, events, and resources to offer New Yorkers information on issues, candidates, and ballot proposals before you cast your vote. See all election deadlines in New York State.

Learn more here.

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