Early voting has begun in Massachusetts, Nevada, and New Mexico, with key down ballot races taking place in each state. In Nevada’s 3rd District, Democratic Rep. Susie Lee is facing Republican Drew Johnson, while in New Mexico’s 2nd District, Democratic Rep. Gabe Vasquez is up against former Republican Yvette Herrell. Additionally, Nevada has a Senate race between Democratic Sen. Jacky Rosen and Republican Army veteran Sam Brown. These races are ranked Lean D or Toss Up in the latest rankings.
In Massachusetts, voters can participate in early voting, with a deadline to turn in mail-in applications by Oct. 29. Ballots can be returned by mail, hand-delivered, or dropped off at an early voting location. The state also allows for early in-person voting at designated sites from now until Nov. 1. The deadline to register to vote in Massachusetts for the upcoming election is Oct. 26, and residents can register online, by mail, or in person. Automatic voter registration is also available through various state programs.
Nevada has also begun early voting, with all registered voters receiving a ballot by mail between Oct. 16-22. The deadline to return a mail-in ballot is Nov. 5, and early in-person voting is available at county locations through Nov. 1. The state offers same-day in-person voter registration, with a valid Nevada driver’s license or ID required. The deadline to register to vote online was Oct. 23, and voters who encounter issues with their mail-in ballot should contact their local election office.
In New Mexico, voters can request an absentee ballot or vote in person at their County Clerk’s office or an early voting location before Election Day. The deadline to request an absentee ballot is Oct. 22, with a return deadline of Nov. 5. In-person early voting has been available since Oct. 8 and will continue until Nov. 2. Same-day voter registration is also an option in New Mexico, with a valid ID required for registration and voting on the same day at polling locations.
Overall, voters in these states have multiple options for casting their ballots, including mail-in voting, early in-person voting, and same-day registration. Key down ballot races in Massachusetts, Nevada, and New Mexico will play a significant role in determining the outcome of the upcoming election. It is essential for residents to be aware of registration deadlines, voting procedures, and their options for participating in the democratic process.
