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More about early voting or how to vote on Election Day 2024 in Iowa
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More about early voting or how to vote on Election Day 2024 in Iowa

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It all led to this, Iowa.

In just two days, voters will head to the polls on Election Day to make their voices heard. Thousands of others have already voted early or absentee.

The polling stations open at 7 a.m. on Tuesday. Iowans also have one more time before then to vote on candidates for president, Congress, the Legislature and county seats.

Do I still have time to vote early?

Yes. Voters can still vote early on Monday. Please contact your accounting firm for times.

Polk County Elections Office, 120 Second Ave. in Des Moines, will be open for early voting Monday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. In Dallas County, the auditor’s office is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 210 N. 10th St. in Adel.

I voted early. How can I be sure my vote has been counted?

Absentee and early voters can track their ballots on the Secretary of State’s website. If you have not already mailed in your absentee ballot, you must turn it in to your accountant by 8 p.m. on Tuesday. Under a recent change, ballots must be received — and not postmarked — by Election Day.

When are the polls open on Election Day in Iowa?

The polling stations are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. November 5 If you are in line when the polls close, you can still vote.

Where do I vote in Iowa for the 2024 elections?

To find your polling place, visit the Iowa Secretary of State’s website at sos.iowa.gov/elections. There you can find your constituency number and voting location.

What should I bring to vote?

Registered voters must have their ID with them when they go to the polls. You may present a driver’s license, non-operator ID, U.S. passport, military ID, veteran ID, tribal ID, or Iowa voter identification card.

I am not registered. Can I still vote?

Yes. On election day you can register at your polling station. Find out if you are registered to vote on the Iowa Secretary of State’s website.

If you are not registered, bring ID and proof of residency, such as a rental contract, utility bill, pay stub or property tax bill.

How do I know who is on my ballot?

Once you find your precinct and voting location, your county auditor should have corresponding sample ballots on their website.

Extensive federal, state and local election coverage can also be found at www.desmoinesregister.com/news/elections/voter-guide/.

Where can I see the results of the 2024 elections in Iowa?

The Des Moines Register will have dozens of journalists and photographers covering the election and providing real-time results Tuesday evening. Check desmoinesregister.com for regular updates and download the app to stay informed of important developments.

I had a problem with voting. Where should I go?

Des Moines Register investigative reporters Tyler Jett and Lee Rood are watching Nov. 5 for any voting issues. Contact Jett from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM at [email protected], (515) 284-8215, or at @LetsJett. He also accepts encrypted messages at [email protected].

Or contact Rood at [email protected], at (515) 284-8549, at @leerood or on Facebook at Facebook.com/readerswatchdog.

Be sure to include your name and contact details so they can contact you.

The Iowa Secretary of State also has an election security tip line on its website or by calling 1-888-SOS-VOTE.

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