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Department of Homeland Security National Programs and Protection Directorate

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The November sixth midterm elections are right around the corner.

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Before Voting, Verify you registration

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Before Voting, Know whre to vote

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Before Voting, Have the right identification

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Before Voting, Know your ballot

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Before Voting, Check you state or local election office's website or call them well in advance of Election Day

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While Voting, Request a provisional ballot at the polling place, if needed. A provisional ballot is used when a voter's registration status or eligibility is unclear.

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While Voting, if you choose to vote in person on election day and are not on the registration list, and you believe you are eligible and registered to vote, you can request a provisional ballot. It will be counted if eligibility is confirmed after the election.

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While Voting, Ask for help. If you need help or have questions while voting ask a poll worker.

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While Voting, If you need assistance in voting due to disability or illiteracy, you also have the right to bring someone with you to help you cast your vote (subject to certain rules).

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While Voting, Confirm you selections. After completing your ballot, but before casting it, confirm your vote selections are correct.

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After Voting, Check the results. Remember that Election Day results are unofficial and it may take a few days or weeks for official results to be available. For the most accurate results, check your state or local election office's website or call them.

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After Voting, Check your provisional and/or mail ballot. After elections, voters may have the option to check whether provisional ballots or mail ballots were counted.

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After Voting, Some states are allow voters who cast a provisional ballot to provide missing information to ensure their ballot is counted. To do this, check your state or local election office's website or call them.

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To find your state or local election office visit: https://www.eac.gov/voters/register-and-vote-in-you-state/