Early voting in Virginia’s statewide elections for 2023 is underway, with commonwealth voters deciding the fate of all 140 seats in the state’s legislature.
In-person early voting began on Sept. 22, with several important voter registration dates coming in the next month ahead of the Nov. 7 general election. Voters can expect tight races in several districts this election cycle, in which Republicans and Democrats have a lot at stake.
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Here are dates to know, races to follow, and political implications in the 2023 Virginia election.
Voter dates
Oct. 16: Voter registration deadline to vote in the 2023 election. Those who register after this date through Election Day can still do so and will vote using a provisional ballot.
Oct. 27: Deadline to apply for an absentee ballot to be mailed to you. Virginians can request an absentee ballot through the mail, fax, or online.
Nov. 4: Last day of early in-person voting and deadline to apply for an absentee ballot in person. Early in-person voting will end at 5 p.m.
Nov. 6: Last day a voter can request an emergency absentee ballot.
Nov. 7: Election Day
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