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Modernizing Voter Registration

Registering to vote is the first step in making our voices heard in our democracy. Common Cause is advocating for modernization of the registration process nationwide so that more eligible voters can get on the rolls.

Every eligible American should be able to register to vote in a convenient and secure way that is beneficial to new voters and administrators alike. Key voter registration improvements can ensure our systems are secure and efficient, safeguard our votes, and even save states money. These upgrades include:

  • Automatic Voter Registration (AVR): Automatically registering eligible voters through the DMV and other government agencies unless they opt out.
  • Election Day/Same Day Registration (SDR/EDR): Allowing eligible voters to register and vote on Election Day and during early voting periods.
  • Online Voter Registration (OVR): Letting eligible voters to register to vote or update their information via secure government websites, and
  • Pre-Registration for High School Students: Giving eligible 16- and 17-year olds the ability to pre-register to vote, so that their registration is automatically activated when they turn 18.

What We’re Doing


Youth Voting Tools

Youth Voting Tools

Register to vote, check your voter registration status, find your polling location, request your mail ballot, or track your mail ballot.
Youth Election Protection

National Campaign

Youth Election Protection

Our votes are our voice in determining the future of our communities and country. We mobilize volunteers to assist voters navigate the voting process.
Campus Democracy Fellowship

Campus Democracy Fellowship

Every year we recruit and train dozens of college students across the country to lead civic engagement efforts on their campus and in their community.

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