District of Columbia

about this state
Washington, D.C. One day, you'll be able to vote for your own representatives. Today is not that day. Today is the day you help save America, though. District of Columbia will have two main elections in 2022. Its primary election will take place on June 21, and the general will be held on November 8. Here's what you need to know about Election Day in the District. (Source: Ballot Ready)
BE A VOTERKey Dates
May 31
Primary Registration Deadline
Jun 6
Absentee Ballot Request Deadline
Jun 10 – Jun 17
Early Voting
Jun 17
Absentee Ballot Return Deadline (in person)
Jun 28
Absentee Ballot Return Deadline (by mail)
Jun 21
Primary Election
Nov 8
General Election
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Can I vote early? (general)
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