How to Vote

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Check Your Registration Status
Before you head to the polls, make sure you’re registered to vote and that your information is up to date. You can verify your voter registration online through your state’s election website. If you need to register or update your details, be sure to do so before your state’s deadline.
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Find Your Polling Location
Knowing where to vote is just as important as knowing when to vote. Your designated polling place is based on your home address, and you can find it by checking with your local election office or online through official voter resources. Be sure to review the hours of operation and any ID requirements before you go.
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Learn About Your Candidates
Make an informed decision by researching the candidates and their positions on key issues. Visit their official websites, read nonpartisan voter guides, and watch debates to understand their policies and priorities. Knowing where candidates stand will help you vote with confidence.
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Make Sure You Have All You Need to Vote
Before heading to the polls, double-check that you have everything required to cast your ballot. Tennessee requires a valid state issued ID. Typically most voters bring their drivers license. If you’re voting by mail, be sure to follow all instructions and return your ballot by the deadline. Plan ahead to ensure a smooth voting experience!
Checking your registration is important! Voters can sometimes be removed from the rolls if they have not voted in some time. It is also important to make sure that you are registered at your current address. To find out if you are registered to vote follow this link, https://tnmap.tn.gov/voterlookup/
Registering to vote in Tennessee is easy and only takes about 5 minutes. You can register to vote online at https://ovr.govote.tn.gov/
When it comes to voting you need to know where you can vote. Early voting allows you the most flexibility as you can vote at any early voting precinct in your county. If you wait until election day to vote you will have to vote at your designated voting precinct. Follow this link to find your early voting and election day voting locations. https://web.go-vote-tn.elections.tn.gov/
In order to vote in the state of TN you will need a valid state issued ID. Typically most voters bring their drivers license. If you are a college student it is important to note that your school ID will NOT count. Use this link to see other unacceptable and acceptable forms of ID https://sos.tn.gov/elections/voter-id-requirements

A Progressive, Unifying Voice
John Ray is committed to having honest, open conversations about issues that impact you and your family. Connecting with people will always be a priority. He regularly attends community events and neighborhood association meetings, hosts informational public meetings, and emails newsletters to keep constituents informed about his policy agenda, provide legislative updates, and share other pertinent information.