Oneida County Board of Elections Celebrates National Voter Registration Day

The Oneida County Board of Elections is proud to join communities across the country in celebrating National Voter Registration Day today, September 17, 2024. As part of this annual nationwide effort, the Board of Elections encourages all eligible citizens to ensure they are registered to vote, that their voter registration is up to date, and they are ready for the upcoming elections.

National Voter Registration Day is a nonpartisan civic holiday dedicated to helping Americans register to vote and stay engaged in the electoral process. Since its inception in 2012, this holiday has helped over 5 million voters register or update their registration. With the 2024 General Election rapidly approaching, it's more important than ever for voters to check their registration status and make any necessary updates.

Key Details for Oneida County Voters:

• How to Register: Voters can register online, by mail, or in person at the Oneida County Board of Elections. Visit our website ocgovboe.net/registration/ to access registration forms and additional resources.
• Voter Registration Deadline: The last day to register for the 2024 General Election is Saturday, October 26, 2024.
• How to Check Your Registration: Visit ocgovboe.net/registration/ to check if you are registered and confirm your polling location.
• Get Involved: National Voter Registration Day is a great time to encourage friends, family, and colleagues to make sure they are registered and ready to vote. Share the message on social media using #NationalVoterRegistrationDay and #VoteReady.

“We want every eligible voter in Oneida County to have a voice in our democracy,” said Commissioners Sarah F. Bormann and Nichole D. Shortell. “National Voter Registration Day is a reminder that voting is not only a right but a responsibility. By registering to vote, citizens are taking an essential step toward making their voices heard.”

The Oneida County Board of Elections will also be hosting two Local Registration Days on Saturday, September 28, 2024 and Thursday, October 10, 2024. Board of Elections staff will be available from 2:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. on the first floor of Union Station, 321 Main Street, Utica, NY to assist voters with any voter registration related needs.

For additional information about voter registration, visit the Oneida County Board of Elections at 321 Main Street, 3^rd Floor, Utica, NY, or contact us at (315) 798-5765 or BoardofElections@ocgov.net.

About the Oneida County Board of Elections:

The Oneida County Board of Elections administers elections and is committed to serving Oneida County voters and to insuring the highest possible degree of integrity for the County’s election process through administration of all federal and state election laws.