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 Georges 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
Voting Resources
Project Vote Smart tracks the voting records federal, state and local positions. DCWatch is an on-line magazine that covers local city politics and public affairs in Washington, DC
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