Arizona's primary election is in July. Here's what to know about registering and voting
ARIZONA PRIMARY ELECTION 2024
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Arizona's 2024 primary election is July 30. Here's what to know about registering to vote, getting an early ballot and election day procedures.
The general election is Nov. 5.
A primary election decides which candidates will represent their party in the general election. Some races in districts that lean heavily toward one party essentially can be determined in the primary. Other primary results narrow down candidates for a competitive general election.
Races for the U.S. Senate and U.S. House are on the July 30 ballot. All 90 seats in the Legislature are up for grabs, as are most elected offices in county government. Many cities and towns also are holding elections.
When is the primary election in Arizona?
July 30, 2024.
What are the deadlines for voting in the July 30 primary election?
July 1: Deadline to register in the primary election. Voter registration forms must be submitted online, by mail or in person to your county recorder by 11:59 p.m.
July 3: Early voting begins and ballots are mailed; early voting locations and drop boxes become available.
July 19: Last day to request a ballot in the mail and for independents to choose whether they would like to receive a Republican, Democratic or municipal-only ballot. To request a ballot or choose a party preference, contact your county recorder.
July 23: Last recommended day to mail back your ballot. Election officials must receive your ballot by 7 p.m. on election day to count it.
July 30: Primary election day.
Oct. 7: Deadline to register to vote for the Nov. 5 general election.
How do I register to vote in Arizona?
If you have an Arizona driver's license or state ID, you can register to vote online at Arizona.Vote.
Otherwise, you'll need to register with a paper voter registration form. You can return the form to your county recorder by mail or drop it off.
If you register with a paper form, you'll see a section of the form that requires proof of citizenship.
You can vote in some races in the election even if you do not submit proof of citizenship documents. However, you will be considered a "federal-only" voter and will not be able to vote a full ballot in the primary or general elections without updating your voter registration to include a photocopy of one of these documents:
Your Arizona driver's license.
Your Arizona non-operating identification card.
Your birth certificate.
The photo identification page of your U.S. passport or passport card.
Your naturalization documents.
Your alien registration number.
Your U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs or tribal identification card.
Can I register in person?
Yes, you can register in person at your county recorder's office.
You should contact the office directly for information on hours and locations.
I think I'm registered. How do I check my voter registration status?
To check your registration status, visit Arizona.Vote and click on the blue box that reads, "Your Voter Info." It will take you to the Arizona Voter Information Portal, where you can verify your registration status.
If you live in metro Phoenix, you can also visit BeBallotReady.Vote to check the status of your registration.
What is the Active Early Voting List?
Want to receive your ballot by mail every time?
When registering to vote, you can opt to join the Active Early Voting List.
If you're on the list, you will receive ballots in the mail for every election in which you are eligible to vote.
It was previously known as the Permanent Early Voting List, but state lawmakers made changes in 2021 that allow a voter to be removed from the list under certain circumstances. You can now be booted off if you don't cast an early ballot in at least one candidate election over the course of two consecutive federal election cycles and fail to respond to an official notice from the Elections Department.
Even if you are removed from the list, you will remain registered to vote and can sign up for it again at any time. About 78% of Maricopa County voters are on this list.
How can independent voters cast a ballot in the primary?
Independent voters unaffiliated with a recognized political party must make a ballot choice before voting in the Arizona primary.
Independents may request to receive a Republican, Democratic or municipal-only ballot. The municipal-only ballot contains only nonpartisan, local races and is only available in cities or towns for those races in July. Municipal races also are included on partisan party ballots.
July 19 is the deadline to make your request by contacting your county recorder. Independent voters may indicate their ballot selection in one of four ways:
By mail: Independents on the early voting list should have received a notice in the mail from their county recorder. Return that notice with your choice of ballot selected.
By email: Reach out to your county recorder's office to indicate your ballot preference.
By phone: Call your county recorder's office to tell them your ballot selection.
Online: Maricopa County voters can make a ballot selection by visiting BeBallotReady.Vote.
Where can I vote in person?
Polling places across the state will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. on July 30.
For more information on voting locations, check your county recorder's website.
In Maricopa County, more than 200 vote centers will be open for in-person voting. You can vote at any polling place in the county, and you will receive your specific ballot at the location.
What do I need to bring to vote in person?
Remember to bring identification to the polls. You must show it to vote, unless you are dropping off an early ballot in a signed affidavit envelope.
Acceptable forms of ID include:
Your valid Arizona driver's license.
Your valid state identification card.
Your tribal enrollment card.
Other government-issued identification.
Two items, such as a utility bill and a bank statement, that bear your name and address.
What if I am out of town during voting?
Away from home for the election?
You may request a one-time early ballot be sent to a temporary mailing address by reaching out to your county recorder.
You will need to provide your full name, residence, temporary mailing address and date of birth for verification purposes.
Even if you have a forwarding address on file at the post office, you'll want to put in a request. Arizona law does not allow official election materials, like ballots, to be forwarded by the Postal Service.
If you're a Maricopa County voter, you can also track your ballot online at BeBallotReady.Vote. Or, text “JOIN” to 628683 to receive text notifications of when your ballot gets counted, verified and other details.
How can I track my ballot?
Arizona voters can track their ballots via BallotTrax.
Where do I find Arizona election results?
For election results, check the Arizona Secretary of State's website, your county elections website and azcentral.com.
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This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Arizona primary election 2024: How to register and vote
