Elections
Voting is one of the most important rights and responsibilities that U.S. citizens have.
Voting gives you a chance to choose leaders and representatives who will do things that are important to you.
How to make a difference in the election process:
- Play a role in choosing our leaders and changing our laws by voting.
- Learn about the candidates and issues before you vote in any election.
- Know what’s going on in your country and community.
- Contact public officials about issues that are important to you.
- Respect your right to vote! Many people in the world don’t have the right to vote.
Election results
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Where do I vote?
You can find out where your polling location is here.
What is a primary election?
A primary election determines which candidates will be on the ballot in the November general election.
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What is a presidential primary?
In 2016, legislation was passed establishing a presidential nomination primary.
See more about presidential primary elections >
Find out where your caucus location will be >
The March 3, 2020, Minnesota Presidential Nomination Primary (PNP) online absentee application is available at MNVotes.org.
Look up information by your address
You can find a variety of information by entering your address. You can find out:
- Property and local amenity information
- Comprehensive list of your elected officials
- City service information and employee contacts for your neighborhood
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Important dates for the 2020 election
| Date | Details |
| January 17 | Absentee voting begins for presidential nomination primary |
| February 11 | Pre-registration ends at 5 p.m. for presidential nomination primary |
| February 11 | Possible special election date – no elections currently scheduled |
| February 25 | Precinct caucuses |
| March 2 | Extended hours for absentee voting 10 a.m.-3 p.m. March 2 Absentee voting for presidential nomination primary election closes at 5 p.m. |
| March 3 | Presidential nomination primary day, polls open 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. |
| April 14 | Possible special election date – no elections currently scheduled |
| May 12 | Possible special election date – no elections currently scheduled |
| May 19 | Early candidate filing period opens for offices with a potential primary |
| June 2 | Early candidate filing period closes at 5 p.m. for offices with a potential primary |
| June 4 | Candidate withdrawal deadline at 5 p.m. for offices with a potential primary |
| June 26 | Absentee voting begins for primary election |
| July 21 | Pre-registration ends at 5 p.m. for primary election |
| July 28 | Late candidate filling period opens |
| August 8 | Extended hours for absentee voting 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. |
| August 10 | In-person absentee voting for primary election closes at 5 p.m. |
| August 11 | Primary election day, polls open 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. |
| August 11 | Late candidate filling period closes at 5 p.m. |
| August 13 | Candidate withdrawal deadline at 5 p.m. for late filing period |
| September 18 | Absentee voting begins for general election |
| October 13 | Pre-registration ends at 5 p.m. for general election |
| October 31 | Extended hours for absentee voting 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. |
| November 2 | In-person absentee voting for general election closes at 5 p.m. |
| November 3 | General election day, polls open 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. |