Early In-Person Voting is tentatively set to begin the first week of October; Mail Ballots are expected to be sent out in early October.
Important dates to remember:
October 21, 2024 – Last day to register to vote before the November 5 Election
October 29, 2024 – Last day to apply for a Mail Ballot or vote Early In-Person
The General Election will be held on Tuesday, November 5th, 2024. The polls will be open from 7:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M.
On 9/6/2024, the Erie County Board of Elections voted to pay for postage for returned mail ballots. Voters utilizing the mail ballot should note that NO POSTAGE IS NECESSARY when returing their ballot.
Mail Ballots are expected to arrive at voter’s homes in early October. If you provide an email on your application for a mail ballot, you will receive email updates on your ballot status. You may also check your ballot status by using the Pennsylvania Department of State ballot tracker.
Important Dates:
October 21, 2024- Last day to register to vote.
October 29, 2024- Last day to apply for a mail ballot or vote early in person.
Notice of Logic and Accuracy Testing:
Beginning September 23, 2024, 9:00 a.m., at the Voter Registration Office 140 W. 6th St. Room 112, Erie PA, 16501
Election Staff will test the central scanners that will be used to tabulate Absentee and Mail-in Ballots. Utilizing a test deck and the voting pattern recommended by the Deaprtment of State. The objective is to identify errors or issues that need to be corrected before the election.
Beginning September 23rd, 2024, 9:00 a.m., at the Voter Warehouse 901 W. 12th St. Ste. 205, Erie PA, 16501 (North Entrance)
Election Staff will test all scanners and ballot marking devices that will be used on November 5, 2024. Utilizing a test deck and the voting pattern recommended by the Department of State. The objective is to identify errors or issues that need to be corrected before the election.
Beginning September 30th, 9:00 a.m., at the Voter Warehouse 901 W. 12th St. Ste. 205, Erie PA, 16501 (North Entrance)
Election Staff will test all Electronic Poll Books to ensure that essential messaging is present and voter information is loading properly. The objective is to identify errors that need to be corrected before the election.