Which states are mail in only
As of 2021, the following states in the United States are considered "mail-in only" states, meaning that voters can only cast their ballots by mail or through an absentee ballot process:
- Hawaii: Hawaii is the only state that does not have any polling stations on Election Day. All voting is done by mail or through absentee ballots.
- Oregon: Oregon has been conducting all-mail elections since 2000. Voters receive ballots in the mail and can return them by mail or in person.
- Washington: Washington state has been conducting all-mail elections since 2011. Voters receive ballots in the mail and can return them by mail or in person.
- Colorado: Colorado has been conducting all-mail elections for federal elections since 2013. Voters receive ballots in the mail and can return them by mail or in person.
- Utah: Utah has been conducting all-mail elections for federal elections since 2013. Voters receive ballots in the mail and can return them by mail or in person.
Note that while these states are considered "mail-in only," they may still have options for voters to cast their ballots in person at designated locations, such as county clerk's offices or voting centers. Additionally, some states may have specific circumstances under which voters can cast their ballots in person, such as for voters with disabilities or those who are unable to vote by mail.