Overview
Everyone needs a plan before casting your ballot! Follow these steps to be election-ready! It’s not as hard as you think!
1. Check your Registration and/or Register to Vote
The deadline to register to vote is 29 days before the election date in which you wish to vote. Visit the Register to Vote tab to register to vote online, along with important voter registration options, details and requirements.
To check your registration status or update your address visit our Registration Status page.
2. Download your Sample Ballot
Always download your sample ballot in advance – see exactly what’s on the ballot and use it to be prepared to vote.
To access your sample ballot in Miami-Dade County, visit the county's Voter Information page, enter the legal name you registered with and your date of birth.
If you live in Broward County, visit their ballot sample lookup page.
3. Research What's on the Ballot
Learn where candidates running for office in your area stand on the issues, and about the ballot measures on your ballot by checking out the nonpartisan "Vote 411 - Voters guide".
Pro tip: speak to friends, family, and trusted advisors if you aren’t sure about any issues on the ballot.
- To review recommendations of each political party, please visit the political party’s website for positions on specific issues.
- Visit IssueVoter to get alerts on new legislation, understand new bills quickly and easily, share your opinion with your representatives, and see how often your reps agree with you.
4. Make a Plan - Three ways to Vote!
You have three ways to vote: By mail, early in-person, or on election day. For more information visit our Make a Plan page.