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Stay informed on the presidential race, key congressional battles and other local contests and ballot measures in Oregon and Southwest Washington.
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How do I register to vote?
Oregon has a decadeslong history of vote by mail. Oregonians can register to vote on the Oregon secretary of state’s website. You must be at least 16 years old, a resident of the state and a U.S. citizen. Voters must be 18 years old to vote in an election. The voter registration deadline in Oregon is Oct. 15.
Since 2016, if Oregonians are not registered to vote, they will be automatically registered if they visit a DMV to get a new or replacement driver’s license, permit or ID card. The Oregon Motor Voter policy won’t register you automatically with a political party.
If you live in Southwest Washington, vote by mail is your friend as well. Head to the Washington secretary of state’s website to register to vote, update your registration, or find more information about drop boxes or other important resources. The online and mail voter registration deadline is Oct. 28 and the in person registration deadline is Nov. 5.
- Who is my state representative or senator?
- Who is my U.S. representative?
- What is my Portland voting district?
Key dates for the 2024 general election
October 15
Voter registration deadline in Oregon
October 28
Online and mail voter registration deadline in Washington
November 5
Election Day
In-person voter registration deadline in Washington. Ballots must be received or mailed by 8 p.m.
Issues important to Oregon voters
Throughout 2023 and into 2024, OPB began taking a deep look at the biggest social and economic challenges facing Oregon today — their origins, their impacts and possible solutions.