Elections & Voting in Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia

Voter Registration

To participate in local, state and federal elections, you must be at least 18 years old, a U. S. citizen and you must register to vote. Registration deadlines are 30 days prior to any election. Mail-in voter registration forms are available at libraries, community centers and other public buildings. You can also register to vote with your local board of elections:

• DC Board of Elections & Ethics
• Maryland State Board of Elections
• Montgomery County Board of Elections
• Prince George’s County Board of Elections
• Virginia State Board of Elections
• Alexandria Office of Voter Registration
• Arlington County Registrars of Voters
• Fairfax County Electoral Board & General Registrar

Political Parties

Although the Republican and the Democratic Parties dominate Washington, there are many third parties. Each state has its own local branch.

Washington, DC

• Democratic Party
• Republican Party
• DC Statehood Green Party
• Libertarian Party

Maryland

• Democratic Party
• Republican Party
• Green Party
• Libertarian Party
• Reform Party (301) 469-8001

Virginia

• Democratic Party
• Republican Party
• Constitution Party
• Green Party
• Libertarian Party
• Reform Party

Voting Resources

• Project Vote Smart tracks the voting records for federal, state and local positions.
• DCWatch is an on-line magazine that covers local city politics and public affairs in Washington, DC.
• Polling Report is an independent, nonpartisan organization that conducts polls on issues and current events, public officials, institutions, organizations, and elections.