YOUR VOTE, OUR HEALTH, THEIR FUTURE
- Shantay Davies-Balch
- 1 day ago
- 9 min read
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VOTING AND HEALTH
When communities vote, they help shape decisions that improve health outcomes now and for future generations! See how states with more inclusive voting policies and greater levels of civic participation are healthier.
A QUICK GUIDE TO REGISTERING TO VOTE IN CALIFORNIA
Eligibility to Register to Vote in California & Persons with a prior felony conviction who can register to vote
When to Register
Pre-register to Vote
How to Register to Vote
Checking Your Registration Status
Updating Your Registration
Options for Voting
PLANNING A VOTER EDUCATION DRIVE
FIRST STEPS
Contact Your Local Elections Office
Develop a Plan
Distribution Form
Paying People to Register Citizens to Vote
TRAINING YOUR TEAM
Importance of Training
Key Training Components
Voter Registration Card (VRC)
Deadline for Voter Registration
Eligibility to Register to Vote in California
Possible Failures to Comply with Voter Registration Requirements and Their Penalties
FIND OUT WHAT IS ON THE BALLOT
WRITE A LETTER TO YOUR LEGISLATOR
Find your representatives on the following websites:
State Assembly and State Senate Representatives: https://findyourrep.legislature.ca.gov/
House of Representatives: https://www.house.gov/representatives/find-your-representative
US State Senate Representatives: https://www.senate.gov/senators/senators-contact.htm
How to write a letter to your legislator:
The sample letter provided shows the correct format for addressing your State Senator or other Elected Official.
This is one example of how to set up such a letter but you will need to personalize your own to address your concerns issues regarding legislation. Please use the left-hand column as a guide for the format, but adjust the letter to your needs!
