Map of States Where You Can Register to Vote on Midterm Election Day
Summary
Eligible voters can register and vote on Election Day in 21 states and Washington, D.C., according to the article. It says these rules may help people who moved recently or missed earlier deadlines, and that registration requirements vary by state.Key Facts
- The article lists California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin and Wyoming as allowing Election Day registration.
- Washington, D.C., also allows voters to register on Election Day.
- Alaska and Rhode Island allow same-day registration only in presidential elections, and late registrants there may vote only for president and vice president.
- Voters who register on Election Day typically need to show proof of identity and residency, though requirements differ by state.
- The article says commonly accepted documents include a driver's license, state-issued identification card, passport, utility bill, bank statement or paycheck.
- The article identifies Iowa, Maine and Michigan as states with competitive Senate races.
- It quotes political science professor Costas Panagopoulos saying studies generally do not find same-day registration favors either major party.
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