Make your plan to vote!
COVID-19 presents unique challenges for voting in 2020. Plan ahead, apply to vote by mail, and make sure you send in your vote early.
Important dates
June 26
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Absentee voting begins for primary election
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July 21
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Pre-registration ends at 5 p.m. for primary election
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August 10
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In-person absentee voting for primary election closes at 5 p.m.
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September 18
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Absentee voting begins for general election
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October 13
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Pre-registration ends at 5 p.m. for general election
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November 2
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In-person absentee voting for general election closes at 5 p.m.
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November 3
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General election day, polls open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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Voter registration and voting early by mail
Especially during times like these, it's important to limit your contact with other people in public. The same applies to voting. Fortunately, you can register to vote and apply to vote by mail online through the Minnesota Secretary of State's office.