It’s Election Day and the polls are open in the tri-state area. Millions of people voted early, a record turnout, and there are only a few hours left to cast your vote in this year’s hotly contested election.

The outcome of Tuesday’s elections will determine the future of the country and whether the new White House has allies or skeptics on Capitol Hill — or faces a divided Congress like this past session, which was among the most tumultuous and unproductive of the modern era.

With the ever-escalating world of campaign fundraising, this election year stands out, with a whopping $2.5 billion being spent to win the Senate and nearly $1 billion for the House of Representatives.

Here’s what you need to know when voting ends, but… it is always best to check with your local board of elections for the most current information and rules.

What time do the polls in the three states close on Election Day?

Polls close at different times depending on the state and jurisdiction on Election Day.

In New Jersey, polls close at 8 p.m. on Election Day. This is how you find your polling station.

In Connecticut, polls close at 8 p.m. on Election Day. This is how you find your polling station.

In New York, polls close at 9 p.m. on Election Day. This is how you find your polling station.

To vote, a voter must queue before the polls close to cast their vote.

Lisa Mascaro of The Associated Press contributed to this report.