Know the When, Where and How. Then Vote.

The year’s general election on November 5^th is rapidly approaching and AARP DC is here to provide you the information you need to make your voice heard. This election will determine two At Large DC Councilmembers, DC Councilmembers for Wards 2, 4, 7, 8, the D.C. delegate to Congress and other citywide offices.

People over the age of 50 are our nation’s most powerful voters – and once again, you will be the deciders in the 2024 elections. That is why AARP DC wants to make sure you have the information needed to cast your ballot.

Register to Vote

The deadline to register to vote is Tuesday, October 15. This can be done several ways:

• In person: Pick up an application at the D.C. Board of Elections or at most D.C. public libraries. Mail it to be received by October 15.
• Online: Use the District’s Board of Election online portal to register (dcboe.org). There, you also can check your registration status, or update your name, address and party affiliation.

People registering to vote for the first time and submitting an application by mail or online should include a copy of a valid photo ID, utility bill or other government document with your name and address. Visit dcboe.org for a list of acceptable IDs.

Same-day registration is available at early vote centers during the early voting period or on Election Day. You must bring proof of residence.

Mail-in Ballots

All registered voters will be mailed a no-excuse mail-in ballot. Those who will be away from home during the election period can request an absentee ballot be sent to a different address by Monday, Oct. 21. Make the request at dcboe.org.

Returning a mail-in ballot

Place your completed ballot inside the secrecy sleeve, then place the sleeve inside the postage-paid return envelope. Sign and date the voter’s oath on the back of the envelope.

• By mail: Mail your completed ballot to the address on the envelope. It must be postmarked on or before Tuesday, Nov. 5, and must arrive at the D.C. Board of Elections office by Friday, Nov. 15.
• In person: Return your completed ballot to a vote center by 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5.
• Drop box: Place your completed ballot in a drop box by 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5.

AARP DC encourages you to learn as much as you can about the candidates and issues, then make your decision by voting.

AARP is non-partisan, does not operate a political action committee (PAC) and does not endorse candidates. We focus on the issues that are most important to older District residents.

The voices of people over 50 will decide this election. But your voices won’t be heard if you don’t vote. Be the person who is committed to speaking up, voting, and holding elected leaders accountable.

Everything you need to know how to cast your ballot can be found by scanning the QR code or visiting aarp.org/DCVotes.

Be a decider and vote. Your future depends on it.