Mississippi voters can now request and submit absentee ballots for the upcoming Election Day. The ballots are available for residents who are unable to vote in person on November 3rd for various reasons including being out of town or having a disability. The absentee ballots can be requested by submitting a written application to the election commission in the county where the voter is registered.
The deadline to request an absentee ballot is October 31st, with the completed ballots needing to be received by the election commission by 5 p.m. on Election Day. Voters are urged to submit their absentee ballots as soon as possible to ensure they are received on time and counted in the final results.
Absentee voting has become increasingly important this year due to the ongoing pandemic, with many voters choosing to avoid large crowds at polling places. Mississippi officials are encouraging residents to take advantage of the option to vote absentee to ensure their voices are heard in the election.
In addition to the absentee ballots, early in-person voting will also be available at various locations throughout the state starting on October 5th. This will provide voters with another opportunity to cast their vote ahead of Election Day.
Mississippi residents who are interested in voting absentee can visit the website of the Mississippi Secretary of State for more information and to download the necessary forms. With important decisions to be made in this year’s election, it is crucial for all eligible voters to participate in the democratic process and make their voices heard.
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