Can anybody vote by mail
In the United States, the rules for voting by mail (also known as absentee voting) vary from state to state. While some states allow any registered voter to vote by mail, others have more restrictive rules. Here's a general breakdown:
States that allow any registered voter to vote by mail:
- Arizona
- California
- Colorado
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Montana
- Nevada
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- Ohio
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- Utah
- Vermont
- Washington
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
States with more restrictive rules:
- Some states require a valid reason for voting by mail, such as:
- Being out of town on Election Day
- Having a disability
- Being a member of the military or overseas
- Being a student
- Having a religious observance
- Other states may require voters to request an absentee ballot in person or by mail, and may have specific deadlines for submitting the request.
- Some states may only allow voters to vote by mail if they are unable to vote in person due to a specific circumstance, such as illness or injury.
States that do not allow voting by mail:
- Delaware
- Louisiana
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Virginia
It's essential to check with your state's election office or website to determine the specific rules and deadlines for voting by mail in your state.