PRIMARY ELECTION IS MARCH 5, 2024
On the March 5 primary election, you will be voting for your political party's candidate for President of the United States as well as candidates for United States Senator, your Congressperson in the House of Representatives, and your representatives in state and local government. There will also be several ballot measures - proposed legislation to be approved or rejected by eligible voters.
IMPORTANT DATES:
February 5 Vote-by-Mail ballots mailed
February 6 Vote-by-Mail secure drop boxes open
February 20 Last day to register to vote for the Primary Election. However, same day vote registration is available in person at the County Elections Office or a voting location.
February 24 Vote Centers in Los Angeles County open for in-person voting
March 5 Primary Election. Last day to vote in-person or return a Vote-by-Mail ballot. Polls open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
EVERY VOTE MATTERS
Why vote?
With 12% of the country's population, California is the most populous state in the nation. Because of this, California voters will play a crucial role in the nominating process. Elections can be decided by a handful of voters. By exercising your right to vote, you will be helping to shape the future. From the economy and health care to the environment and human rights, the stakes are high. Make your voice matter!
President Joe Biden, Democratic Party Former President Donald Trump, Republican Party
Check out Ballotpedia's List of 2024 Presidential Candidates for the complete list of candidates and links to their biographies.
California State Representatives
NEED MORE INFORMATION ON THE CANDIDATES OR ISSUES?
For information about individuals and their proposals, use the library's OneSearch tool to search using their name. If you want information on their position on a particular issue, search using their name and the name of the issue, for example, Alex Padilla AND justice reform.
LICENSE & ATTRIBUTIONS
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