Be a Voter!
Register to Vote
Click Here to register to vote online! See registration requirements below. Indiana Voter Registration Deadline: October 7, 2024.
What you need to register:
- Have a valid Indiana Driver's License or Indiana State Identification Card.
- Be a citizen of the United States.
- Be at least 18 years old on or before the next general, municipal or special election. (A 17-year-old may register and vote in the primary election if the voter turns 18 on or before the next general or municipal election.)
- Have lived in your precinct for at least 30 days before the next general, municipal, or special election.
- Not currently imprisoned after being convicted of a crime. Individuals on parole, probation, home detention, or people who are in jail awaiting trial can vote. People who are in a community corrections program, such as work release or electronic monitoring, can vote.
Madison County Board of Voter Registration
16 East 9th Street, Room 211
Anderson, IN 46016
voterservices@madisoncounty.in.gov
Phone: (765) 641-9657
Fax: (765) 608-9708
*VoteRiders - Provides 100% free assistance towards obtaining documents (such as birth certificates, change of name records), arranging rides to and from ID–issuing offices, and providing copies of ID for those eligible to vote by mail. Contact by phone 844-338-8743.
Checking Your Registration Status
- Visit the Indiana Voter Portal.
- Under Check Voting Status, click Check Your Registration Record.
- Enter your name, date of birth, and the county where you are currently registered to vote.
- Click Submit.
(If you are not registered, or if there was a problem with the information you entered, you will see an error message. First name, last name, and date of birth must match county records. If you have changed your information, you may need to update your registration. See the instructions to update your registration below. If your information has not changed, you may not be registered and will need to start a new registration application.)
Updating Your Registration
- To update your registration, you need:
- The name you registered under
- Your Indiana State Driver’s License number or your Indiana State Identification Card
- Visit the Indiana Voter Portal.
- Under Register to Vote, click Apply Now.
- Enter your information, using the name you previously registered under.
- Click Update Registration Info.
- Correct or update your information.
- Click Submit.
*Restore Your Vote - Resources and education on knowing your voting rights as a citizen with a felony conviction.
*You Don't Need a Home to Vote Campaign - This toolkit provides ideas to help overcome the many obstacles that prevent people experiencing homelessness from becoming registered, active voters.
Absentee Voting
Absentee Voting by Mail
To vote absentee by mail, a voter must first complete an ABS-Mail (en español) application before each election. The application to request a vote-by-mail ballot must be received not later than 11:59pm, 12 days before the election. The deadline date is October 24, 2024.
Effective July 2023: When requesting an absentee ballot, voters will be required to provide one of the following numbers on the application:
- Driver's license number
- State identification card number
- Unique voter identification number
- Last four digits of social security number
OR submit a photocopy of government-issued photo identification: driver’s license, state ID, passport, US military ID.
Important! The county or the state must have the application in their possession by this deadline; any application received after this deadline – even if it’s postmarked before the deadline – cannot be processed.
Voters can download and print the ABS-Mail form OR call their county election official or the Indiana Election Division at (317) 232-3939 for an application to be mailed to the voter OR visit their county election office or election division to pick-up an application in-person. Remember, the application must be in the possession of election officials by the deadline to be processed for the election. Submit your form via email, postal mail, OR in person:
Email to: voterservices@madisoncounty.in.govMail to:
Madison County Circuit Court Clerk
P.O. Box 1277
Anderson, IN 46015
In-person from 8:00 am-4:00 pm at:
Madison County Election Board
16 East 9th Street, Suite 211
Anderson, IN 46016
(765) 641-9459
Or, login to My Voter Portal to access the online application.
Who can vote by mail in Indiana?
There are currently 11 accepted excuses for voting by mail in Indiana:
- You have a specific, reasonable expectation that you will be absent from the county on Election Day during the entire 12 hours that the polls are open (6 am until 6 pm).
- You have a disability.
- You are at least 65 years of age.
- You will have official election duties outside of your voting precinct.
- You are scheduled to work at your regular place of employment during the entire 12 hours that the polls are open.
- You will be confined due to illness or injury or you will be caring for an individual confined due to illness or injury during the entire 12 hours that the polls are open.
- You are prevented from voting because of a religious discipline or religious holiday during the entire 12 hours that the polls are open.
- You are a participant in the state's address confidentiality program.
- You are a member of the military or a public safety officer.
- You are a "serious sex offender" as defined in Indiana Code 35-42-4-14(a).
- You are prevented from voting due to the unavailability of transportation to the polls. A voter applying for an absentee-by-mail ballot does not need to present proof of identification. However, a first-time voter in Indiana who registered to vote by mail and did not provide proof of residency will be asked to include that evidence with their absentee balloting materials. This can be a state-issued ID where the address matches their registration, but can also be a bank statement, utility bill, etc.
(from https://www.in.gov/sos/elections/voter-information/ways-to-vote/absentee-voting/)
ABSENTEE VOTING IN-PERSON (EARLY VOTING)
State law requires counties to make in-person absentee voting available for 28 days before the election, ending at noon (local prevailing time) the date before the election. In addition, all Indiana counties must make in-person absentee voting available the two Saturdays immediately before the election. Early or absentee voting in-person can be done at the Madison County Clerk's Office or county satellite vote center October 8, 2024, through November 4, 2024 from 8:00am-4:00pm. (See exceptions on voting hours under Important Dates below.)
For complete absentee voting instructions and requirements, click here.
Election Day Information
Once you are registered to vote, visit the Indiana Voter Portal by clicking Visit My Voter Portal on the lower right-hand side of the homepage. Once logged into your personal Portal, you will have access to your specific voting information such as your voting status, your ballot candidates, vote centers, and election results.
Indiana Voter ID Laws
Before signing the poll list and casting a ballot, you must present a government-issued photo ID to verify your identity. A valid ID for voting purposes must:
- Include the voter’s name, which must confirm—not necessarily to be identical to the name on the individual's voter registration record.
- Include a photograph of the individual.
- Except for certain military and veterans documents, include an expiration date that shows the ID is current or expired after November 8, 2022.
- Be issued by the State of Indiana or the U.S. Government.
*Within your Voter Portal, click What to expect and bring with you for more info on Indiana Voter ID laws and fail-safe procedures if there is a problem with your ID at the polls on Election Day.
Important Indiana Voting Dates
- October 7, 2024: Last day to register online, by mail, or in-person to vote
- October 8, 2024 - First day for absentee in-person voting at the Madison County Clerk’s Office (8:00am – 4:00pm)
- October 26 – November 2, 2024 (excluding Sunday) – In-Person voting at satellite voting locations across Madison County (Monday – Friday 10:00am – 6:00pm, Saturday 9:00am – 4:00pm)
- October 24, 2024: The last day to request mail-in ballot applications in the Madison County Clerk’s Office (must physically be in the office by 11:59pm)
- October 26, 2024: In-person voting at the Madison County Clerk’s Office from 8:00am – 3:00pm
- November 2, 2024: In-person voting at the Madison County Clerk’s Office from 8:00am – 3:00pm
- November 4, 2024: Last day for absentee in-person voting at the Madison County Clerk’s office (by noon)
- November 5, 2024: Election Day! Polls open from 6:00am – 6:00pm
Debate Schedule
The ABC network will host a debate between the U.S. Presidential candidates on Tuesday, September 10, 2024.
The CBS network will host a debate between the U.S. Vice Presidential candidates on Tuesday, October 1, 2024.
The “All Indiana Politics Special: The Governor’s Debate” will air Thursday, October 3, 2024 at 6pm live statewide, originating from WISH-TV. Mike Braun, Jennifer McCormack, and Donald Rainwater will participate.
The Indiana Debate Commission will organize a debate between Mike Braun, Jennifer McCormack, and Donald Rainwater on Thursday October 24, 2024 from 7-8pm EDT on WFYI Indianapolis, with a livestream at www.indianadebatecommission.com
Government Websites
Indiana Voter Portal - Register to vote, check your registration status, find your polling place, find out who is on your ballot, apply for absentee ballots, and get election results.
Indiana Secretary of State Election Division - Detailed vote-by-mail instructions, 'Who Are My Elected Officials?' Tool, Indiana vote centers information, poll worker information, Indiana candidate list.
Madison County, Indiana Election Office - Election calendar, archived and current general election results, local candidates' contact information.
Fact-Checking Resources
FactCheck.org - A project of the Annenberg Public Policy Center. Designed to help voters by “monitoring the factual accuracy of what is said by major U.S. political players in the form of TV ads, debates, speeches, interviews, and news releases.” Updated even when it is not election season. Includes information on special interest groups behind television ads.
Center for Public Integrity - A well-documented investigative journalism organization and winner of the Pulitzer Prize in 2014 & 2017.
Newsguard - Browser extension that provides an easy way to evaluate websites. “Green-Red ratings compiled by a team of trained journalists signal if a website is trying to get it right, has a hidden agenda, or knowingly publishes falsehoods or propaganda.”
Politifact - A fact-checking website founded by editors of Time Magazine and in conjunction with Congressional Quarterly.
FactStream App- See a daily stream of the latest fact-checks as they’re published. Developed as part of the Tech & Check Cooperative, a project of the Duke University Reporters’ Lab.
Campaign Finance Disclosures
Federal Election Commission - Official United States Government website that tracks campaign finance and donations.
Indiana Election Division Campaign Finance - The campaign finance database contains detailed financial records that campaigns and committees are required by law to disclose. Through this database, you can view contribution and expense records from a candidate, PAC, regular party, legislative caucus, and exploratory committees.
General Resource Links
Election Basics
US Voting and Election Resources – United States government website for election information.
Common Voting and Election Term Definitions - Learn the meaning of common terms used in voting and elections.
Voter and Registration Assistance
VoteRiders - Provides 100% free assistance towards obtaining documents (such as birth certificates, change of name records), arranging rides to and from ID–issuing offices, and providing copies of ID for those eligible to vote by mail. Contact by phone 844-338-8743.
Voting FAQs for College Students- This guide helps you navigate the student voting process, including information on how to register and cast your vote as an early or absentee voter.
You Don't Need a Home to Vote Campaign – Information and resources to help overcome the many obstacles that prevent people experiencing homelessness from becoming registered, active voters.
Federal Voting Assistance Program - Federal voting assistance for service members, their families, and overseas citizens. Provides access to election officials and voting assistance officers to help navigate the absentee voting process.
Candidate and Ballot Information
Project Vote Smart's 'VoteEasy' Tool - Project VoteSmart is a nonprofit, nonpartisan research organization that collects and distributes information on candidates for public office. Use the VoteEasy tool to find a candidate's position on key issues.
BallotReady - A nonpartisan site that allows you to build your ballot by diving into every candidate and referendum on your ballot including candidate’s backgrounds, stances on issues, and experience. BallotReady lets you “explore your ballot, make informed choices, and vote!”.
GovTrack - GovTrack allows users to track federal legislation or see the voting and bill sponsorship records of Representatives and Senators.
Platform Issues
Points of View Reference Center – Assists in understanding the full scope of controversial subjects. High school and undergraduate students can use Points of View as a guide to debating, developing arguments, and developing critical thinking skills. Access this library database in the library, or at home using your library card!
ProCon.org - Feeling overwhelmed by all the issues being debated during the 2020 Presidential Election? Start here! ProCon.org is a nonprofit nonpartisan public charity that use professional researchers and rigorous editorial standards.
Know Your Voting Rights!
Voting Accessibility - Information on your rights as a voter with a disability.
Restore Your Vote - Restore your voter rights after a felony conviction.
Indiana Voter’s Bill of Rights (en español)- Know your rights before you visit the polls.
Yes! You Can Vote! - Education from the Indiana ACLU to help end misconceptions surrounding who can and cannot vote in the state of Indiana, leading to suppressed voter turnout for certain groups.
Candidates
All candidates are listed alphabetically by their party. An asterisk (*) denotes an incumbent candidate.
President and Vice-President
Kamala Harris and Timothy Walz (Democratic Party) | Campaign Website
Chase Oliver and Mike ter Maat (Libertarian Party) | Campaign Website
Donald J. Trump and J.D. Vance (Republican Party) | Campaign Website
Congress
US Senator (open seat)
Valerie McCray (Democratic Party) | Campaign Website
James E. Banks (Republican Party) | Campaign Website
Andrew Horning (Libertarian Party) | Campaign Website
US Representative, 5th District
Deborah A. Pickett (Democratic Party) | Campaign Website
Victoria Spartz* (Republican Party) | Campaign Website
Indiana Statewide
Governor and Lieutenant Governor (open seat)
Jennifer McCormick and Terry Goodin (Democratic Party) | Campaign Website
Donald Rainwater and Tonya Hudson (Libertarian Party) | Campaign Website
Michael K. Braun and Micah Beckworth (Republican Party) | Campaign Website
Attorney General
Destiny Scott Wells (Democratic Party) | Campaign Website
Todd Rokita* (Republican Party) | Campaign Website
Indiana Supreme Court (vote to retain as Justice)
Mark S. Massa | Judicial Website
Derek R. Molter | Judicial Website
Loretta H. Rush | Judicial Website
Indiana Appellate Court (vote to retain as Justice)
Peter R. Foley | Judicial Website
Rudolph Pyle III | Judicial Website
State Legislature
State Representative, District 35
Philip Gift (Democratic Party) | Campaign Website
Elizabeth Rowray* (Republican Party) | Campaign Website
State Representative District 36
Thonja Nicholson (Democratic Party) | Campaign Website
Kyle Pierce* (Republican Party) | Campaign Website
(To find your district, login to your Voter Portal and click Who’s on My Ballot?)
Political Parties
Democratic Party - National | Indiana | Madison County
Green Party - National | Indiana
Libertarian Party - National | Indiana | Madison County
Republican Party - National | Indiana | Madison County
This page is compiled and maintained by librarians at the Anderson Public Library. Links to political parties and/or campaign websites are for informational purposes only and do not in any way constitute an endorsement.
Last updated 7/22/2024
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