Voters

A controversial new state voting law will get its test run next month as more than 50 municipalities across Florida hold local elections under new rules that limit absentee-ballot drop boxes, require more identification to vote by mail and restrict who can drop off ballots.

New survey finds nearly half of Virginia voters of all ages struggle with student debt

Likely voters in Virginia experience student debt challenges and support measures to make higher education more affordable.

New survey finds nearly two-thirds of likely voters worry about paying for needed medications

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, AARP Connecticut and other organizations fought for changes that will allow Connecticut voters to cast their ballots in 2021 without risking their health. Once again, like in 2020, every Connecticut voter will have access to an absentee ballot by checking the COVID-19 reason on their absentee ballot application. This change will be in effect through the November 2nd, 2021 municipal elections.

The absentee ballot process and drop box locations have been affected by the state's new voting rules

New Survey Release: August 26, 2021

“Virginia voters are the real losers here,” said AARP Virginia State Director Jim Dau. “AARP Virginia will continue to be active during this election season, providing voters with information they need to cast their ballots, as well as informing them how they can vote safely during the pandemic.”

AARP Virginia is encouraging Republican gubernatorial candidate Glenn Youngkin to participate in The People’s Debate. Response is needed by Friday to proceed with the debate,

AARP Texas testimony on voting legislation being heard in the special session of the Texas Legislature.