Chances are, you have thoughts and opinions on the laws of the land: what they do, how they’re enforced, what they mean for the future. The act of voting brings Nebraskans together to use the rights we have as citizens to shape the laws that govern us and the people who represent us. Child care advocacy begins at the ballot box. Whether you’re voting for the first time, have recently moved or simply need a refresher on the process, this information can serve as a guide that will help you participate in our upcoming Nebraska elections.
Step 1: Register to Vote
To vote in Nebraska elections—both state and federal—you must be registered as a voter. You can register to vote online, by mail or in person. Before registering, be sure you meet Nebraska’s voter eligibility requirements.
The Nebraska Secretary of State oversees voter registration and houses the official state website that allows eligible Nebraskans to register to vote or update their voter registration information.
Step 2: Verify Your Registration
It’s a good idea to check your voter registration status before Election Day, particularly if you’ve moved. The Nebraska Voter Information Lookup webpage can confirm your address and polling place location.
Step 3: Learn About Voting Options
Nebraska offers multiple ways to cast your ballot. The most common is voting on Election Day at your assigned polling location during the designated voting hours.
You also have the option to vote early. Nebraska allows early voting by mail-in ballot and other approved methods. Voting by mail has different deadlines and procedures, so be sure to check those details before requesting a ballot.
There are resources available to assist voters who may need additional support to vote. The Vote 411 website offers voting resources in Spanish. Military voters, students, tribal communities, naturalized citizens and voters with disabilities have options to ensure your vote is cast. You can find additional information on the Nebraska Elections and Voting Information webpage.
Step 4: Prepare Before Election Day
Before voting, consider reviewing the election dates and deadlines, your polling place location and any applicable identification requirements.
All these steps are lead-ins to the key action: understanding the ballot initiatives. There are resources to help you learn more about the issues and candidates on an upcoming ballot. Both Vote 411 Nebraska and BallotReady Nebraska provide information on key deadlines as well as ballot and candidate information.
Need Voting Assistance?
If you encounter challenges registering or voting, several organizations are focused on providing voter assistance and election information. You can begin with a visit to the Vote.org Nebraska website.
Get Involved
Voting is one of the most crucial ways everyone can participate in civic life. If you’d like to be more involved in the process, you can serve as poll workers, help educate voters, encourage community participation among your friends, family and neighbors and be sure to stay informed about election processes.
Official Election Information
For the most current and authoritative election information, always refer to the Nebraska Secretary of State and your local election office.
