Tennessee

Tennessee has two forms of absentee voting: absentee voting in person and absentee voting by mail. Under preexisting Tennessee law, first-time voters who register to vote by mail cannot vote by absentee ballot; they must vote in person. To vote by mail, you must fall under one of the following categories:

The next election date is Thursday, August 1, 2019  (Local Elections). The registration deadline is Tuesday, July 2, 2019.

Contact your local Board of Elections for more information.

Provisional ballots are counted within 4 business days after Election Day.

If you claim to be registered but are not on the list, you can receive a provisional ballot for later verification. Ballots are eligible for verification if votes are cast in the correct precinct. Tennessee does not provide a limited provisional ballot.

A photo ID is required when you vote. All voters must present an ID containing the voter's name and photograph when voting at the polls, whether voting early or on Election Day. Any of the following IDs may be used, even if expired:

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Early voting is available and no excuse is required. The early voting period for generally begins 20 days before an election and ends 5 days prior to the Election Day. You should bring your voter registration card plus an acceptable photo ID when you vote early.

In a city election where there is not any opposition on the ballot there is no early voting.

You can find your polling place by utilizing your state's tool.

If you have further questions on your polling place location, please contact your county clerk.

Each county sets their own polling place hours. Contact your local elections commission to find out the times for your community.

In order to be a poll worker in Tennessee:

• You must be registered to vote in Tennessee
• You must be at least 17 years of age to serve
• Political affiliation generally preferred
• You must be a resident of state house legislative district or county for the 30 days prior to the election
• You must complete required training
• Students who are 17 and meet all other voter registration requirements may be appointed

You will be entitled to compensation