openapi: 3.0.2
info:
  title: Democracy Works Authorities API
  version: '2.0'
  description: "# Introduction\n\nThe Democracy Works Elections API provides your application with comprehensive elections data and voting guidance, surfacing our unparalleled coverage of upcoming local, state, and federal elections. Power your platforms, apps, reminders, outreach campaigns, and much more.\n\nJoin the community of developers in our [Google Group](https://groups.google.com/a/democracy.works/g/democracy-works-data)\nfor updates about our data and elections.\n\n## Authentication\nAccess to the Democracy Works Elections API requires authentication. To access the DW API, include an X-API-Key header with each API request. The value of that header should be your API key. For example:\n\n```sh\ncurl \"https://api.democracy.works/v2/elections\" \\\n    --header \"X-API-KEY: <YOUR API KEY>\"\n```\n\nFor pricing information and to obtain a test key, please [contact us](https://data.democracy.works/api-signup).\n\n## Base URL\nThe base URL for all API endpoints is: https://api.democracy.works/v2\n\n## Support\nIf you have any further questions or issues, please contact us at partnerships@democracy.works.\n\n## Data\n\nData is captured in two entities, an __Election__ and an __Authority__. The __Election__ has election-specific dates and deadlines, URLs for voters to get more information and take action, and detailed guidance in both English and Spanish. The __Authority__ includes statewide evergreen information and instructions on how to register and vote for each state, as well as election office contact information. \n\n# Open Civic Data IDs (OCD-IDs)\n\nWe use Open Civic Data IDs [(OCD-IDs)](https://opencivicdata.info/en/latest/ocdids.html) \nthroughout the API to describe entities and filter results. \n\nOCD-IDs start with what is being identified, and in our case it is always \n`ocd-division`.\n\nSince all authorities are, or are contained within, a state and all elections \nare run by some authority, almost every OCD-ID in our system starts with \n`ocd-division/country:us/state:__`, where `__` is a two-letter state postal code.\n\nThe only exception to this is for the District of Columbia, which has the OCD-ID \n`ocd-division/country:us/district:dc`.\n\n## OCD-ID on the Authority\nThe OCD-ID associated with an authority describes the political district covered\nby an authority. Authorities are uniquely identifiable by the associated OCD-ID.\n\nFor example:\n- The OCD-ID `ocd-division/country:us/state:ak/place:anderson` is associated \n  with the authority for Anderson, Alaska.\n- The OCD-ID `ocd-division/country:us/state:ny/county:albany/council_district:2` \n  is not associated with an authority because Albany's 2nd Ward is a legislative \n  ward which does not run its own elections.\n\n## OCD-ID on the Election\nThe OCD-ID associated with an election describes the highest-level district \nin which all voters have something to vote for on the ballot on Election Day. \nElections always have an associated OCD-ID, but are not uniquely\nidentifiable by the associated OCD-ID.\n\nFor example:\n- If there is a mayoral race in Philadelphia as well as a state-wide \nmeasure contest in Pennsylvania on a given day, there will be one election \nentity with OCD-ID `ocd-division/country:us/state:pa`.\n- If there is only a mayoral race in Pittsburgh in Allegheny County on a given \nday, there will be an election entity with OCD-ID \n`ocd-division/country:us/state:pa/county:allegheny`.\n\n# Standard Parameters\nFunctionality shared between API endpoints is noted here. Each endpoint will\nspecify whether it supports the following functionality.\n\n## Pagination\nAny endpoint that returns multiple results supports pagination. An endpoint that \nsupports pagination accepts two related query parameters:\n- `pageSize`\n  - Specifies the number of results requested. Defaults to 10 if not specified. The maximum value is 100.\n  - Example: `pageSize=15`\n- `page`\n  - Specifies the page to return, based on `pageSize`. Defaults to 1 if not specified.\n  - Example: `page=2`\n\nYou can send none, one, or both of these parameters. Each endpoint that supports\npagination will have a `pagination` field in the response, which details what\npage of information is returned, what page size was used for the request, and the\ntotal number of results found. \n\n## Localization\nSome endpoints support localization. An endpoint that supports localization accepts a\nheader parameter:\n- `Accept-Language`\n  - Specifies the language tag for localization. Accepted values are `en`, `en-US`, `es`, and `es-US`.\n  - Example: `Accept-Language: es`\n\nNot all fields on the response of a localized endpoint are localized. Each field that supports localization\nwill have a `Localized` tag on its field description.\n\nIf no localization in the requested language is found,\nlocalized fields will return `null`.\n\n## Content Formatting\nSome endpoints support content formatting. An endpoint that supports formatting accepts a\nquery parameter:\n- `contentFormatType`\n  - Specifies the format of certain fields in the response.\n    Accepted values are `html` and `json`. Defaults to `html` if not specified.\n  - Example: `contentFormatType=json`\n\nNot all fields on the response of a formatted endpoint are formatted. \nFormatting is generally supported on prose-like fields, including Question and Answer content and most instruction fields.\nEach field that supports formatting will have a `Formatted` tag on its field description.\n\nThe `json`-formatted content is the content represented as an [AST](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abstract_syntax_tree).\n\n## Fields\nSome endpoints support field masking to specify a list of fields to include in the API response. This helps to avoid unnecessary computation and improve performance. An endpoint that supports field masking accepts a\nquery parameter:\n- `fields`\n  - Specifies the symbolic field paths to include in the response, provided as comma-separated list. See more about [Field Masks](https://protobuf.dev/reference/protobuf/google.protobuf/#field-mask).\n  - Example: `fields=\"ocdId,date,contact.email\"`\n\nPaths are validated against all possible fields, and providing an invalid path will result in a 400 response.\n"
servers:
- url: https://api.democracy.works/v2
tags:
- name: Authorities
paths:
  /authorities/state/{stateCode}:
    get:
      operationId: getStateAuthorities
      summary: State authorities
      description: "This endpoint includes statewide evergreen information and instructions on how to register and vote for each state (and Washington, D.C.). It includes contact information for state election authorities, registration methods, voting methods, state-specific URLs to authoritative government websites, and more. \n\nAuthorities do not contain election-specific information such as dates, and while we closely monitor this data for changes and update when needed, Authorities information generally does not change from election to election.\n\nAuthorities are returned sorted alphabetically by OCD-ID. \n\nSupports standard the following parameters: see __[Pagination](#section/Standard-Parameters/Pagination)__, __[Localization](#section/Standard-Parameters/Localization)__, and __[Content Formatting](#section/Standard-Parameters/Content-Formatting)__.\n"
      security:
      - ApiKeyAuth: []
      parameters:
      - name: stateCode
        in: path
        schema:
          type: string
          description: 'The 2-letter postal code of the state to get top-level authority for. DC is accepted as well.


            If no value is provided, it will request all top-level authorities (51 total). If a value

            is provided, at most one authority will be returned.

            '
          example: ny
        required: false
      - name: includeQuestionAndAnswer
        in: query
        schema:
          type: boolean
          description: Whether Question and Answer content should be included for each returned election. Defaults to false if not specified.  Response fields are formattable with the __[content formatting](#section/Standard-Parameters/Content-Formatting)__ standard parameter.
          example: true
        required: false
      responses:
        '200':
          description: Authorities fetched by query.
          content:
            application/json:
              schema:
                type: object
                properties:
                  data:
                    type: object
                    properties:
                      authorities:
                        type: array
                        items:
                          $ref: '#/components/schemas/authority'
                  pagination:
                    $ref: '#/components/schemas/pagination'
              examples:
                sampleStateAuthoritiesResponse:
                  $ref: '#/components/examples/stateAuthorities'
        '400':
          $ref: '#/components/responses/badRequestError'
        '429':
          $ref: '#/components/responses/tooManyRequestsError'
        '500':
          $ref: '#/components/responses/internalServerError'
      tags:
      - Authorities
  /authorities:
    get:
      operationId: getAuthorities
      summary: All authorities
      description: "This endpoint includes all statewide and local authorities that correspond to a given address or state parameter. \n\nThe statewide authorities include evergreen information and guidance on how to register and vote in that state, as well as contact information for state election authorities. Local authorities provide contact information for the local election office. \n\nAuthorities do not contain election-specific information such as dates, and while we closely monitor this data for changes and update when needed, Authorities information generally does not change from election to election.\n\nAuthorities are returned sorted alphabetically by OCD-ID. \n\nSupports the following standard parameters: see __[Pagination](#section/Standard-Parameters/Pagination)__, __[Localization](#section/Standard-Parameters/Localization)__, and __[Content Formatting](#section/Standard-Parameters/Content-Formatting)__.\n"
      security:
      - ApiKeyAuth: []
      parameters:
      - name: address
        in: query
        schema:
          type: string
          description: The address get authorities for.
          example: 1101 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132
        required: false
      - name: stateCode
        in: query
        schema:
          type: string
          description: 'The 2-letter postal code to get authorities within a respective state. DC is accepted as well.

            '
          example: CA
        required: false
      - name: includeQuestionAndAnswer
        in: query
        schema:
          type: boolean
          description: Whether Question and Answer content should be included for each returned election. Defaults to false if not specified. Response fields are formattable with the __[content formatting](#section/Standard-Parameters/Content-Formatting)__ standard parameter.
          example: true
        required: false
      responses:
        '200':
          description: Authorities fetched by query. Local (non-state) authorities will only have required fields.
          content:
            application/json:
              schema:
                type: object
                properties:
                  data:
                    type: object
                    properties:
                      authorities:
                        type: array
                        items:
                          $ref: '#/components/schemas/authority'
                  pagination:
                    $ref: '#/components/schemas/pagination'
              examples:
                sampleAuthoritiesResponse:
                  $ref: '#/components/examples/allAuthorities'
        '400':
          $ref: '#/components/responses/badRequestError'
        '429':
          $ref: '#/components/responses/tooManyRequestsError'
        '500':
          $ref: '#/components/responses/internalServerError'
      tags:
      - Authorities
  /authorities/local:
    get:
      operationId: getLocalAuthorities
      summary: Local authorities
      description: "This endpoint provides contact information for over 8,500 local election offices at the county and municipal levels.\n\nAuthorities are returned sorted alphabetically by OCD-ID. \n\nSupports the following standard parameters: see __[Pagination](#section/Standard-Parameters/Pagination)__ and __[Localization](#section/Standard-Parameters/Localization)__.\n"
      security:
      - ApiKeyAuth: []
      parameters:
      - name: address
        in: query
        schema:
          type: string
          description: The address get authorities for.
          example: 1101 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132
        required: false
      - name: stateCode
        in: query
        schema:
          type: string
          description: 'The 2-letter postal code to get authorities within a respective state.

            '
          example: CA
        required: false
      responses:
        '200':
          description: Local authorities fetched. As all authorities will be local (non-state), they will only have required fields.
          content:
            application/json:
              schema:
                type: object
                properties:
                  data:
                    type: object
                    properties:
                      authorities:
                        type: array
                        items:
                          $ref: '#/components/schemas/authority'
              examples:
                sampleLocalAuthoritiesResponse:
                  $ref: '#/components/examples/localAuthorities'
        '400':
          $ref: '#/components/responses/badRequestError'
        '429':
          $ref: '#/components/responses/tooManyRequestsError'
        '500':
          $ref: '#/components/responses/internalServerError'
      tags:
      - Authorities
components:
  examples:
    allAuthorities:
      summary: Sample authorities response
      description: 'This is **fictional** data to provide examples of fields values.


        The first authority is a state authority with all fields populated for demonstration purposes.


        The second authority is a local authority.


        Note that state and local authorities will both be returned by this endpoint; local authorities will only return required fields, plus an extra `isRegistrationContact` field that is not returned on state authorities.

        '
      value:
        data:
          authorities:
          - ocdId: ocd-division/country:us/state:al
            officeName: Alabama
            officialTitle: Office of the Secretary of State
            homepageUrl: https://sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes
            pollingLocationUrl: https://myinfo.alabamavotes.gov/voterview
            votingWithDisabilitiesUrl: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/voter/assistance-disability
            votingWithPastConvictionsUrl: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/sites/default/files/Voting-Rights-Final-Version.pdf
            canonicalUrl: https://staging.voting.democracy.works/en/vote/al.html
            partyInstructions: If you choose not to declare a political preference at the primary election, you will not be eligible to vote in any political partys primary election. You are, however, still eligible to vote on any proposed constitutional amendments that are up for a vote.
            updatedAt: '2023-12-05T10:05:43.853825+00:00'
            timezone: Central
            secondaryTimezone: Eastern
            localElectionAuthorityOfficeAlias: Absentee Election Manager
            separateRegistrationAndElectionAuthorities: true
            localElectionAuthorityName: Local Authority
            localRegistrationAuthorityName: Board of Registrars
            localRegistrationAuthorityLookupUrl: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/city-county-lookup/bor
            localElectionAuthorityLookupUrl: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/city-county-lookup/absentee-election-manager
            registrationAuthorityLevel: county
            electionAuthorityLevel: county
            contact:
              phone: (334) 242-7210
              email: alavoter@vote.alabama.gov
              physicalAddress:
                street: 600 Dexter Ave, Suite E-206
                city: Montgomery
                state: AL
                zip: '36130'
              mailingAddress:
                street: P. O. Box 5616
                city: Montgomery
                state: AL
                zip: 36103-5616
            voting:
              inPersonVotingAvailable: true
              mailBallotsSentAutomatically: false
              inPerson:
                idRequiredAllVoters: true
                idInstructions: 'You will need to show photo ID to vote in Alabama.<br>Acceptable

                  forms of valid photo ID include: Alabama driver''s license (may be expired up

                  to 60 days); Alabama non-driver''s ID card (may be expired up to 60 days); Alabama

                  photo voter ID card; digital driver''s license or non-driver ID issued by the

                  Alabama Law Enforcement Agency; photo ID card issued by Alabama or any other

                  state (examples include AL Department of Corrections Release - Temporary ID,

                  AL Movement/Booking Sheet from Prison/Jail System, or a pistol permit); federal

                  government issued ID; US passport; employee ID card issued by the federal government,

                  the State of Alabama, county, municipality, board or other entity in Alabama;

                  student or employee ID issued by a public or private college or university in

                  Alabama; US military ID; valid tribal ID<br><br>Voters without ID: If you are

                  unable to provide ID, you will be able to vote a provisional ballot. In order

                  for your ballot to be counted, you must provide your ID, including your address

                  and your telephone number, to the board of registrars no later than 5:00 P.M.

                  on the Friday following the election. If you fail to provide ID to the board

                  of registrars by that time, your ballot will not be counted. In addition, voters

                  who do not show valid photo ID at the polls can vote a regular ballot if they

                  are positively identified by two election officials as a voter on the poll list

                  who is eligible to vote and the election officials sign a sworn affidavit.

                  '
              early:
                supported: false
                excuseRequired: false
                alias: early vote
              byMail:
                ballotApplicationOnline: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/voter/absentee-voting
                returnByMailUrl: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/voter/absentee-voting
                eligibilityUrl: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/voter/absentee-voting
                returnInPersonUrl: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/voter/absentee-voting
                excuseRequired: true
                excuses:
                - excuse: absence
                  example: I expect to be out of the county or the state on election day.
                - excuse: illnessDisability
                  example: I am physically incapacitated and will not be able to vote in person on election day.
                - excuse: illnessAgeDisability
                  example: "I have a physical illness or infirmity which prevents my attendance at the polls. I am unable to access my assigned polling place due to a neurological, musculoskeletal, respiratory (including speech organs), cardiovascular, or other life-altering disorder that affects my ability to perform manual tasks, stand for any length of time, walk unassisted, see, hear or speak and: \ra) I am an elderly voter aged 65 or older; or \rb) I am a voter with a disability."
                - excuse: employment
                  example: I expect to work a shift which has at least ten (10) hours that coincide with the polling hours at my regular polling place.
                - excuse: student
                  example: I am enrolled as a student at an educational institution located outside the county of my personal residence and am therefore unable to vote at my usual polling place on election day.
                - excuse: uocava
                  example: I am a member of, or a spouse or dependent of a member of, the Armed Forces of the United States or am otherwise similarly qualified to vote absentee pursuant to the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act, 52 U.S.C. � 20302.
                - excuse: electionWorker
                  example: I have been appointed as an election officer at a polling place which is not my regular polling place.
                - excuse: caregiver
                  example: I am a caregiver for a family member to the second degree of kinship by affinity or consanguinity and the family member is confined to his or her home.
                - excuse: incarcerated
                  example: I am currently incarcerated in prison or jail and have not been convicted of a felony involving moral turpitude.
                ballotTrackingUrl: https://myinfo.alabamavotes.gov/voterview
                ballotApplicationDownload: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/absentee-ballot-applications
                idInstructions: ID is required for all voters.
                alias: absentee
            registration:
              statusUrl: https://myinfo.alabamavotes.gov/voterview
              formUrl: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/sites/default/files/voter-pdfs/nvra-2.pdf
              noRegistrationRequiredInstructions: You cannot vote without valid registration.
              methods:
              - byMail
              - online
              byMail:
                supported: true
                url: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/voter/register-to-vote
                forms: nvrf
                raceFieldRequired: false
                raceFieldInstructions: You are required to fill in this box; however, your application will not be rejected if you fail to do so.
                idInstructions: If you have one, you must provide your Alabama driver's license number or Alabama non-driver's identification card number. If you do not have an Alabama driver's license or non-driver's identification card, you must provide the last four digits of your Social Security number. If you have not been issued any of these numbers you must write the word "NONE" and a unique identifier will be provided for you.
                signatureInstructions: 'To register in Alabama you must: <br>be a citizen of the United States<br>be a resident of Alabama and your county at the time of registration <br>be 18 years old on or before Election Day<br>not be barred from voting by reason of a disqualifying felony conviction, or if you have been convicted, you must have had your civil rights restored. You can find the list of disqualifying felonies on the Secretary of States website here at: <a href="http://www.sos.alabama.gov/mtfelonies" target="_blank">sos.alabama.gov/mtfelonies</a><br>not have been declared mentally incompetent in a court<br>swear or affirm to "support and defend the Constitution of the U.S. and the State of Alabama and further disavow any belief or affiliation with any group which advocates the overthrow of the governments of the U.S. or the State of Alabama by unlawful means and that the information contained herein is true"'
                citizenInstructions: You must be a citizen to vote in Alabama.
                newVoterInstructions: 'If you are registering to vote for the first time in your jurisdiction and are mailing this registration application, federal law requires you to show proof of identification the first time you vote. Proof of identification includes: current and valid photo identification or current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck or government document that shows your name and address. <br>More information <a href="https://www.eac.gov/sites/default/files/eac_assets/1/6/Federal_Voter_Registration_ENG.pdf">here</a>.'
              online:
                supported: true
                instructions: 'You should know: you need an Alabama driver''s license or non-driver

                  ID to use Alabama''s online voter registration system. If you don''t have an

                  Alabama-issued ID, you can still register by mail to vote.

                  '
                url: https://www.alabamainteractive.org/sos/voter_registration/voterRegistrationWelcome.action
              inPerson:
                supported: false
                electionDayInstructions: You cannot register to vote in person on Election Day in Alabama.
                advanceUrl: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/voter-registration/general-info?_ga=2.13156215.1931915915.1655313501-640998901.1644592274
            youthRegistration:
              url: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/youth-voter-registration
              formUrl: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/youth-voter-registration
              supported: byElection
              methods: online,by-mail,in-person
              onlineInstructions: 'To register using the Alabama online voter registration system,

                you are required to provide ONE of the following valid ID numbers: Alabama Driver''s

                License; Alabama Non-Driver''s Identification card<br><br>If you dont have an

                Alabama-issued ID, you can still submit a voter registration application by mail

                or in person.

                '
              inPersonInstructions: 'You can complete a voter registration application in person at your local County Board of Registrars in Alabama. <br><br>You can also obtain a voter registration application in person at any of the following public agencies in Alabama: driver''s licensing office; county and select municipal public libraries; public four-year universities and select private four-year universities<br><br>You can find a list of locations that provide voter registration services and voter registration application on the <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/voter-registration/general-info">Alabama Secretary of States</a> website.'
              byMailInstructions: When submitting your application by mail in Alabama, you are required to provide your Alabama Drivers License number or Alabama Non-Driver ID number. If you do not have one, you are required to provide the last four digits of your Social Security number. If you have not been issued any of these numbers, check the box that indicates you do not have an ID number. You may send with your application a copy of your valid photo ID.
              eligibilityAge: '18'
              statusAvailability: Unknown
            questionAndAnswer:
              whoCanVote:
                question: Who can register to vote?
                answer: '<div>To register in Alabama you must: <ul>  <li>be a citizen of the United States</li><li>be a resident of Alabama and your county at the time of registration </li><li>be 18 years old on or before Election Day</li><li>not be barred from voting by reason of a disqualifying felony conviction, or if you have been convicted, you must have had your civil rights restored. You can find the list of disqualifying felonies on the Secretary of States website here at: <a href="http://www.sos.alabama.gov/mtfelonies" target="_blank">sos.alabama.gov/mtfelonies</a></li><li>not have been declared mentally incompetent in a court</li><li>swear or affirm to "support and defend the Constitution of the U.S. and the State of Alabama and further disavow any belief or affiliation with any group which advocates the overthrow of the governments of the U.S. or the State of Alabama by unlawful means and that the information contained herein is true"</li></ul></div>'
              byMailRegistration:
                question: Can I submit voter registration forms by mail?
                answer: '<div><div><h4>Use the National Voter Registration Form</h4><ol><li>Print and fill out the <a href="https://www.eac.gov/sites/default/files/eac_assets/1/6/Federal_Voter_Registration_ENG.pdf"> National Voter Registration Form.</a></li><li>Box 6 - ID Number: If you have one, you must provide your Alabama driver''s license number or Alabama non-driver''s identification card number. If you do not have an Alabama driver''s license or non-driver''s identification card, you must provide the last four digits of your Social Security number. If you have not been issued any of these numbers you must write the word "NONE" and a unique identifier will be provided for you.</li><li>Box 7 - Choice of Party: If you choose not to declare a political preference at the primary election, you will not be eligible to vote in any political partys primary election. You are, however, still eligible to vote on any proposed constitutional amendments that are up for a vote.</li><li>Box 8 - Race or Ethnic Group: You are required to fill in this box; however, your application will not be rejected if you fail to do so.</li><li>Review the "Who can register to vote?" section above and check that you''re eligible.</li><li>Sign the form.</li><li>Send the completed form to your <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/city-county-lookup/bor">Board of Registrars</a></li><li>If you are registering to vote for the first time in your jurisdiction and are mailing this registration application, federal law requires you to show proof of identification the first time you vote. Proof of identification includes: current and valid photo identification or current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck or government document that shows your name and address. <ul>  <li>More information <a href="https://www.eac.gov/sites/default/files/eac_assets/1/6/Federal_Voter_Registration_ENG.pdf">here</a>.</li></ul></li></ol></div></div>'
              electionDayRegistration:
                question: Can I register to vote on Election Day?
                answer: Alabama <em>does not</em> offer registration on Election Day.
              inPersonRegistration:
                question: Can I submit voter registration forms in person?
                answer: <ul><li>You can also register to vote in person. Contact your <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/city-county-lookup/bor">Board of Registrars</a> for information on when and where to register to vote.</li><li>Learn more by visiting the <a href="https://sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes">Alabama Office of the Secretary of State</a>'s website or contacting your <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/city-county-lookup/bor">Board of Registrars</a>.</li></ul>
              youthRegistrationEligibility:
                question: Can I register to vote before I turn 18?
                answer: ' You can register to vote in Alabama before you turn 18 if you:<ul>  <li> are at least 18 years old on or before Election Day</li><li> are a citizen of the United States</li><li> live in Alabama</li><li> have not been convicted of a disqualifying felony (or have had rights restored)</li><li> have not been legally declared "mentally incompetent" by a court</li></ul><br>You must be at least 18 years old to vote. <br> '
              youthInPersonRegistration:
                question: Can I complete a voter registration application in person before I turn 18?
                answer: <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/voter-registration/general-info?_ga=2.13156215.1931915915.1655313501-640998901.1644592274">Yes, you can learn more about registering to vote in person on the Alabama Office of the Secretary of State website</a>. You can complete a voter registration application in person at your local County Board of Registrars in Alabama. <br>You can also obtain a voter registration application in person at any of the following public agencies in Alabama:<ul>  <li> driver's licensing office</li><li> county and select municipal public libraries</li><li> public four-year universities and select private four-year universities</li></ul><br>You can find a list of locations that provide voter registration services and voter registration application on the <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/voter-registration/general-info">Alabama Secretary of States</a> website.
              youthOnlineVoterRegistration:
                question: Can I submit a voter registration application online before I turn 18?
                answer: ' <a href="https://www.alabamainteractive.org/sos/voter_registration/voterRegistrationWelcome.action">Yes, you can register online on the Alabama Office of the Secretary of State website</a>. To register using the Alabama online voter registration system, you are required to provide ONE of the following valid ID numbers:<ul>  <li> Alabama Driver''s License</li><li> Alabama Non-Driver''s Identification card</li></ul><br>If you dont have an Alabama-issued ID, you can still submit a voter registration application by mail or in person.  '
              youthByMailRegistration:
                question: Can I submit a voter registration application by mail before I turn 18?
                answer: '   <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/sites/default/files/voter-pdfs/nvra-2.pdf">Yes, you can register to vote by mail using this form.</a> When submitting your application by mail in Alabama, you are required to provide your Alabama Drivers License number or Alabama Non-Driver ID number. If you do not have one, you are required to provide the last four digits of your Social Security number. If you have not been issued any of these numbers, check the box that indicates you do not have an ID number. You may send with your application a copy of your valid photo ID.   '
              militaryAndOverseas:
                question: How do I vote if I'm in the military or live overseas?
                answer: '<div>Active-duty military, their families, and overseas citizens can register to vote and request their absentee ballot using the Federal Post Card Application (FPCA). The FPCA process is done by mail, but your state may offer other options to request and return ballots. Please <a href="https://www.fvap.gov/search-offices">contact your Absentee Election Manager</a> for more information about delivery and return methods, including email, fax, and state online portals. To follow the FPCA process:</div><ol><li>Fill out the <a href="https://www.fvap.gov/fpca-privacy-notice">Federal Post Card Application (FPCA)</a>, or <a href="https://www.fvap.gov/uploads/FVAP/Forms/fpca.pdf">download a copy</a>. Your Absentee Election Manager may have questions, so please provide an email address or phone number where they can reach you.</li><li>Send the application to your <a href="https://www.fvap.gov/search-offices">Absentee Election Manager</a>.</li><li>It is never too early to submit an FPCA! Please do so as soon as possible.</li><li>Please fill out and send back your ballot as soon as you receive it.</li><li>States begin mailing absentee ballots at least 45 days before Election Day. If you haven''t received your ballot by 30 days before Election Day, contact your <a href="https://www.fvap.gov/search-offices">Absentee Election Manager</a>.</li></ol><div>If after submitting your FPCA, your ballot does not arrive, contact your Absentee Election Manager first. Then: </div><ul><li>You can still vote using the <a href="https://www.fvap.gov/fwab-privacy-notice">Federal Write-In Absentee Ballot (FWAB)</a>. Print, sign, and mail your FWAB to your <a href="https://www.fvap.gov/search-offices">Absentee Election Manager</a>.</li><li>If you mail a FWAB and then receive your regular absentee ballot, you should complete and mail your absentee ballot also. Election officials will ensure that only one ballot is counted.</li></ul><div>The <a href="https://www.fvap.gov/alabama">Federal Voting Assistance Program</a> offers additional information on military and overseas voting in Alabama. You can also call <a href="tel:+18004388683">1-800-438-VOTE</a> (8683) or email <a href="mailto:vote@fvap.gov">vote@fvap.gov</a></div>'
              checkRegistration:
                question: How can I check my voter registration status?
                answer: You can look up your voter registration record and verify that your information is correct using <a href="https://myinfo.alabamavotes.gov/voterview">Alabama's voter registration lookup tool</a>.
              contactElectionOffice:
                question: Which election office should I contact?
                answer: '<ul><li>In Alabama, the <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/city-county-lookup/bor">Board of Registrars</a> and <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/city-county-lookup/absentee-election-manager">Absentee Election Manager</a> run voter registration and elections in your area. The Board of Registrars can help you with questions about registering to vote, and the Absentee Election Manager can help you with questions about voting, including voting by mail. </li><li>The <a href="https://sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes">Office of the Secretary of State</a> oversees elections and election administration in Alabama. They can help you with questions about voting in your state, election security, or issues you might have at the polls. If you have concerns about voter intimidation, reach out immediately. </li></ul> '
              localContactInfo:
                question: How do I contact my local election office?
                answer: 'Visit your states site to find the contact information for the <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/city-county-lookup/bor">Board of Registrars</a> or the <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/city-county-lookup/absentee-election-manager">Absentee Election Manager</a>. '
              stateContactInfo:
                question: How do I contact my state election office?
                answer: '<div><a href="https://sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes">Office of the Secretary of State</a></div><ul><li><a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/600%20Dexter%20Ave,%20Suite%20E-206%20Montgomery,%20AL%2036130">600 Dexter Ave, Suite E-206 Montgomery, AL 36130</a></li><li>Telephone: <a href="tel:(334)%20242-7210">(334) 242-7210</a></li></ul>'
              voteInPerson:
                question: How do I vote in person?
                answer: '<h4>Where can I vote on Election Day?</h4><div>You can look up where to vote on <a href="https://myinfo.alabamavotes.gov/voterview">Alabama''s site</a>.<br><div></div></div><h4>Can I vote early?</h4><div>No, early voting in person before Election Day is not offered in this election. Alabama does offer absentee voting with an excuse in-person or by mail beginning 55 days prior to Election Day. <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/voter/absentee-voting">Find the eligibility requirements for absentee voting</a> and contact your <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/city-county-lookup/absentee-election-manager">Absentee Election Manager</a> to check if you can visit their office to request and return an absentee ballot in person.</div><h4>What do I need to bring?</h4><div><div>You will need to show photo ID to vote in Alabama.</div><br><div>Acceptable forms of valid photo ID include:<ul>  <li> Alabama driver''s license (may be expired up to 60 days)</li><li> Alabama non-driver''s ID card (may be expired up to 60 days)</li><li> Alabama photo voter ID card</li><li> digital driver''s license or non-driver ID issued by the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency</li><li> photo ID card issued by Alabama or any other state (examples include AL Department of Corrections Release - Temporary ID, AL Movement/Booking Sheet from Prison/Jail System, or a pistol permit)</li><li> federal government issued ID</li><li> US passport</li><li> employee ID card issued by the federal government, the State of Alabama, county, municipality, board or other entity in Alabama</li><li> student or employee ID issued by a public or private college or university in Alabama</li><li> US military ID</li><li> valid tribal ID</li></ul></div><br><div>Voters without ID: If you are unable to provide ID, you will be able to vote a provisional ballot. In order for your ballot to be counted, you must provide your ID, including your address and your telephone number, to the board of registrars no later than 5:00 P.M. on the Friday following the election. If you fail to provide ID to the board of registrars by that time, your ballot will not be counted. In addition, voters who do not show valid photo ID at the polls can vote a regular ballot if they are positively identified by two election officials as a voter on the poll list who is eligible to vote and the election officials sign a sworn affidavit.</div></div>  <h4>How can I check the status of my ballot?</h4><div>You can check the status of your ballot on <a href="https://myinfo.alabamavotes.gov/voterview">Alabamas site</a>.</div>  '
              voteByMail:
                question: How do I vote by mail?
                answer: '  <div>Alabama allows eligible voters to request a mail ballot. All other voters are expected to vote in person. Check to see if youre eligible to vote by mail on <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/voter/absentee-voting">Alabama''s site</a>. </div><h4>How do I get my ballot? </h4><div>Request your mail-in ballot with a <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/absentee-ballot-applications">mail ballot application</a>.</div><h4>What should I do if I dont get my ballot? </h4><div>If you dont receive your ballot in the mail, then contact your <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/city-county-lookup/absentee-election-manager">Absentee Election Manager</a>. </div><h4>How do I return my ballot? </h4><ul><li>Read the instructions carefully on how to mark and return your ballot. </li><li>You can return your ballot by mail or by visiting a dedicated drop off location. </li><li><a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/voter/absentee-voting">Find a ballot drop off location near you</a>.</li><li>If you choose to return your ballot by mail, the <a href="https://about.usps.com/what/government-services/election-mail/">United States Postal Service (USPS)</a> recommends that voters mail their completed ballots at least one week before the due date. <a href="https://tools.usps.com/find-location.htm">Find a USPS location near you</a>.</li></ul><h4>What do I need to do if Ive moved? </h4><div>Whats on your ballot depends on where you live, so your voter registration is tied to your exact address. If youve moved, you need to re-register with your new address.</div>  <br> <h4>How can I check the status of my ballot?</h4><div>You can check the status of your ballot on <a href="https://myinfo.alabamavotes.gov/voterview">Alabamas site</a>.</div>  '
              whatsOnTheBallot:
                question: How do I see what's on my ballot?
                answer: Learn more about what will be on your ballot by visiting the <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/2022-general-election-sample-ballots">Alabama website</a>.
          - ocdId: ocd-division/country:us/state:ri/place:coventry
            officeName: Coventry Town
            officialTitle: Board of Canvassers
            homepageUrl: https://www.coventryri.org/board-canvassers
            registrationAuthorityLevel: municipal
            electionAuthorityLevel: municipal
            isRegistrationContact: false
            contact:
              email: landerson@coventryri.org
              physicalAddress:
                street: 1675 FLAT RIVER RD
                city: COVENTRY
                state: RI
                zip: 02816
              mailingAddress:
                street: 1670 FLAT RIVER RD
                city: COVENTRY
                state: RI
                zip: 02816
        pagination:
          totalRecordCount: 2
          currentPage: 1
          pageSize: 10
    stateAuthorities:
      summary: Sample state authorities response
      description: 'This is **fictional** data to provide examples of fields values.


        The first authority has all fields populated for demonstration purposes.


        The second authority is a more realistic example which shows that not all fields are applicable to every authority.

        '
      value:
        data:
          authorities:
          - ocdId: ocd-division/country:us/state:al
            officeName: Alabama
            officialTitle: Office of the Secretary of State
            homepageUrl: https://sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes
            pollingLocationUrl: https://myinfo.alabamavotes.gov/voterview
            votingWithDisabilitiesUrl: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/voter/assistance-disability
            votingWithPastConvictionsUrl: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/sites/default/files/Voting-Rights-Final-Version.pdf
            canonicalUrl: https://staging.voting.democracy.works/en/vote/al.html
            partyInstructions: If you choose not to declare a political preference at the primary election, you will not be eligible to vote in any political partys primary election. You are, however, still eligible to vote on any proposed constitutional amendments that are up for a vote.
            updatedAt: '2023-12-05T10:05:43.853825+00:00'
            timezone: Central
            secondaryTimezone: Eastern
            localElectionAuthorityOfficeAlias: Absentee Election Manager
            separateRegistrationAndElectionAuthorities: true
            localElectionAuthorityName: Local Authority
            localRegistrationAuthorityName: Board of Registrars
            localRegistrationAuthorityLookupUrl: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/city-county-lookup/bor
            localElectionAuthorityLookupUrl: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/city-county-lookup/absentee-election-manager
            registrationAuthorityLevel: county
            electionAuthorityLevel: county
            contact:
              phone: (334) 242-7210
              email: alavoter@vote.alabama.gov
              physicalAddress:
                street: 600 Dexter Ave, Suite E-206
                city: Montgomery
                state: AL
                zip: '36130'
              mailingAddress:
                street: P. O. Box 5616
                city: Montgomery
                state: AL
                zip: 36103-5616
            voting:
              inPersonVotingAvailable: true
              mailBallotsSentAutomatically: false
              inPerson:
                idRequiredAllVoters: true
                idInstructions: 'You will need to show photo ID to vote in Alabama.<br>Acceptable

                  forms of valid photo ID include: Alabama driver''s license (may be expired up

                  to 60 days); Alabama non-driver''s ID card (may be expired up to 60 days); Alabama

                  photo voter ID card; digital driver''s license or non-driver ID issued by the

                  Alabama Law Enforcement Agency; photo ID card issued by Alabama or any other

                  state (examples include AL Department of Corrections Release - Temporary ID,

                  AL Movement/Booking Sheet from Prison/Jail System, or a pistol permit); federal

                  government issued ID; US passport; employee ID card issued by the federal government,

                  the State of Alabama, county, municipality, board or other entity in Alabama;

                  student or employee ID issued by a public or private college or university in

                  Alabama; US military ID; valid tribal ID<br><br>Voters without ID: If you are

                  unable to provide ID, you will be able to vote a provisional ballot. In order

                  for your ballot to be counted, you must provide your ID, including your address

                  and your telephone number, to the board of registrars no later than 5:00 P.M.

                  on the Friday following the election. If you fail to provide ID to the board

                  of registrars by that time, your ballot will not be counted. In addition, voters

                  who do not show valid photo ID at the polls can vote a regular ballot if they

                  are positively identified by two election officials as a voter on the poll list

                  who is eligible to vote and the election officials sign a sworn affidavit.

                  '
              early:
                supported: false
                excuseRequired: false
                alias: early vote
              byMail:
                ballotApplicationOnline: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/voter/absentee-voting
                returnByMailUrl: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/voter/absentee-voting
                eligibilityUrl: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/voter/absentee-voting
                returnInPersonUrl: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/voter/absentee-voting
                excuseRequired: true
                excuses:
                - excuse: absence
                  example: I expect to be out of the county or the state on election day.
                - excuse: illnessDisability
                  example: I am physically incapacitated and will not be able to vote in person on election day.
                - excuse: illnessAgeDisability
                  example: "I have a physical illness or infirmity which prevents my attendance at the polls. I am unable to access my assigned polling place due to a neurological, musculoskeletal, respiratory (including speech organs), cardiovascular, or other life-altering disorder that affects my ability to perform manual tasks, stand for any length of time, walk unassisted, see, hear or speak and: \ra) I am an elderly voter aged 65 or older; or \rb) I am a voter with a disability."
                - excuse: employment
                  example: I expect to work a shift which has at least ten (10) hours that coincide with the polling hours at my regular polling place.
                - excuse: student
                  example: I am enrolled as a student at an educational institution located outside the county of my personal residence and am therefore unable to vote at my usual polling place on election day.
                - excuse: uocava
                  example: I am a member of, or a spouse or dependent of a member of, the Armed Forces of the United States or am otherwise similarly qualified to vote absentee pursuant to the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act, 52 U.S.C. � 20302.
                - excuse: electionWorker
                  example: I have been appointed as an election officer at a polling place which is not my regular polling place.
                - excuse: caregiver
                  example: I am a caregiver for a family member to the second degree of kinship by affinity or consanguinity and the family member is confined to his or her home.
                - excuse: incarcerated
                  example: I am currently incarcerated in prison or jail and have not been convicted of a felony involving moral turpitude.
                ballotTrackingUrl: https://myinfo.alabamavotes.gov/voterview
                ballotApplicationDownload: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/absentee-ballot-applications
                idInstructions: ID is required for all voters.
                alias: absentee
            registration:
              statusUrl: https://myinfo.alabamavotes.gov/voterview
              formUrl: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/sites/default/files/voter-pdfs/nvra-2.pdf
              noRegistrationRequiredInstructions: You cannot vote without valid registration.
              methods:
              - byMail
              - online
              byMail:
                supported: true
                url: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/voter/register-to-vote
                forms: nvrf
                raceFieldRequired: false
                raceFieldInstructions: You are required to fill in this box; however, your application will not be rejected if you fail to do so.
                idInstructions: If you have one, you must provide your Alabama driver's license number or Alabama non-driver's identification card number. If you do not have an Alabama driver's license or non-driver's identification card, you must provide the last four digits of your Social Security number. If you have not been issued any of these numbers you must write the word "NONE" and a unique identifier will be provided for you.
                signatureInstructions: 'To register in Alabama you must: <br>be a citizen of the United States<br>be a resident of Alabama and your county at the time of registration <br>be 18 years old on or before Election Day<br>not be barred from voting by reason of a disqualifying felony conviction, or if you have been convicted, you must have had your civil rights restored. You can find the list of disqualifying felonies on the Secretary of States website here at: <a href="http://www.sos.alabama.gov/mtfelonies" target="_blank">sos.alabama.gov/mtfelonies</a><br>not have been declared mentally incompetent in a court<br>swear or affirm to "support and defend the Constitution of the U.S. and the State of Alabama and further disavow any belief or affiliation with any group which advocates the overthrow of the governments of the U.S. or the State of Alabama by unlawful means and that the information contained herein is true"'
                citizenInstructions: You must be a citizen to vote in Alabama.
                newVoterInstructions: 'If you are registering to vote for the first time in your jurisdiction and are mailing this registration application, federal law requires you to show proof of identification the first time you vote. Proof of identification includes: current and valid photo identification or current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck or government document that shows your name and address. <br>More information <a href="https://www.eac.gov/sites/default/files/eac_assets/1/6/Federal_Voter_Registration_ENG.pdf">here</a>.'
              online:
                supported: true
                instructions: 'You should know: you need an Alabama driver''s license or non-driver

                  ID to use Alabama''s online voter registration system. If you don''t have an

                  Alabama-issued ID, you can still register by mail to vote.

                  '
                url: https://www.alabamainteractive.org/sos/voter_registration/voterRegistrationWelcome.action
              inPerson:
                supported: false
                electionDayInstructions: You cannot register to vote in person on Election Day in Alabama.
                advanceUrl: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/voter-registration/general-info?_ga=2.13156215.1931915915.1655313501-640998901.1644592274
            youthRegistration:
              url: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/youth-voter-registration
              formUrl: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/youth-voter-registration
              supported: byElection
              methods: online,by-mail,in-person
              onlineInstructions: 'To register using the Alabama online voter registration system,

                you are required to provide ONE of the following valid ID numbers: Alabama Driver''s

                License; Alabama Non-Driver''s Identification card<br><br>If you dont have an

                Alabama-issued ID, you can still submit a voter registration application by mail

                or in person.

                '
              inPersonInstructions: 'You can complete a voter registration application in person at your local County Board of Registrars in Alabama. <br><br>You can also obtain a voter registration application in person at any of the following public agencies in Alabama: driver''s licensing office; county and select municipal public libraries; public four-year universities and select private four-year universities<br><br>You can find a list of locations that provide voter registration services and voter registration application on the <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/voter-registration/general-info">Alabama Secretary of States</a> website.'
              byMailInstructions: When submitting your application by mail in Alabama, you are required to provide your Alabama Drivers License number or Alabama Non-Driver ID number. If you do not have one, you are required to provide the last four digits of your Social Security number. If you have not been issued any of these numbers, check the box that indicates you do not have an ID number. You may send with your application a copy of your valid photo ID.
              eligibilityAge: '18'
              statusAvailability: Unknown
            questionAndAnswer:
              whoCanVote:
                question: Who can register to vote?
                answer: '<div>To register in Alabama you must: <ul>  <li>be a citizen of the United States</li><li>be a resident of Alabama and your county at the time of registration </li><li>be 18 years old on or before Election Day</li><li>not be barred from voting by reason of a disqualifying felony conviction, or if you have been convicted, you must have had your civil rights restored. You can find the list of disqualifying felonies on the Secretary of States website here at: <a href="http://www.sos.alabama.gov/mtfelonies" target="_blank">sos.alabama.gov/mtfelonies</a></li><li>not have been declared mentally incompetent in a court</li><li>swear or affirm to "support and defend the Constitution of the U.S. and the State of Alabama and further disavow any belief or affiliation with any group which advocates the overthrow of the governments of the U.S. or the State of Alabama by unlawful means and that the information contained herein is true"</li></ul></div>'
              byMailRegistration:
                question: Can I submit voter registration forms by mail?
                answer: '<div><div><h4>Use the National Voter Registration Form</h4><ol><li>Print and fill out the <a href="https://www.eac.gov/sites/default/files/eac_assets/1/6/Federal_Voter_Registration_ENG.pdf"> National Voter Registration Form.</a></li><li>Box 6 - ID Number: If you have one, you must provide your Alabama driver''s license number or Alabama non-driver''s identification card number. If you do not have an Alabama driver''s license or non-driver''s identification card, you must provide the last four digits of your Social Security number. If you have not been issued any of these numbers you must write the word "NONE" and a unique identifier will be provided for you.</li><li>Box 7 - Choice of Party: If you choose not to declare a political preference at the primary election, you will not be eligible to vote in any political partys primary election. You are, however, still eligible to vote on any proposed constitutional amendments that are up for a vote.</li><li>Box 8 - Race or Ethnic Group: You are required to fill in this box; however, your application will not be rejected if you fail to do so.</li><li>Review the "Who can register to vote?" section above and check that you''re eligible.</li><li>Sign the form.</li><li>Send the completed form to your <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/city-county-lookup/bor">Board of Registrars</a></li><li>If you are registering to vote for the first time in your jurisdiction and are mailing this registration application, federal law requires you to show proof of identification the first time you vote. Proof of identification includes: current and valid photo identification or current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck or government document that shows your name and address. <ul>  <li>More information <a href="https://www.eac.gov/sites/default/files/eac_assets/1/6/Federal_Voter_Registration_ENG.pdf">here</a>.</li></ul></li></ol></div></div>'
              electionDayRegistration:
                question: Can I register to vote on Election Day?
                answer: Alabama <em>does not</em> offer registration on Election Day.
              inPersonRegistration:
                question: Can I submit voter registration forms in person?
                answer: <ul><li>You can also register to vote in person. Contact your <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/city-county-lookup/bor">Board of Registrars</a> for information on when and where to register to vote.</li><li>Learn more by visiting the <a href="https://sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes">Alabama Office of the Secretary of State</a>'s website or contacting your <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/city-county-lookup/bor">Board of Registrars</a>.</li></ul>
              youthRegistrationEligibility:
                question: Can I register to vote before I turn 18?
                answer: ' You can register to vote in Alabama before you turn 18 if you:<ul>  <li> are at least 18 years old on or before Election Day</li><li> are a citizen of the United States</li><li> live in Alabama</li><li> have not been convicted of a disqualifying felony (or have had rights restored)</li><li> have not been legally declared "mentally incompetent" by a court</li></ul><br>You must be at least 18 years old to vote. <br> '
              youthInPersonRegistration:
                question: Can I complete a voter registration application in person before I turn 18?
                answer: <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/voter-registration/general-info?_ga=2.13156215.1931915915.1655313501-640998901.1644592274">Yes, you can learn more about registering to vote in person on the Alabama Office of the Secretary of State website</a>. You can complete a voter registration application in person at your local County Board of Registrars in Alabama. <br>You can also obtain a voter registration application in person at any of the following public agencies in Alabama:<ul>  <li> driver's licensing office</li><li> county and select municipal public libraries</li><li> public four-year universities and select private four-year universities</li></ul><br>You can find a list of locations that provide voter registration services and voter registration application on the <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/voter-registration/general-info">Alabama Secretary of States</a> website.
              youthOnlineVoterRegistration:
                question: Can I submit a voter registration application online before I turn 18?
                answer: ' <a href="https://www.alabamainteractive.org/sos/voter_registration/voterRegistrationWelcome.action">Yes, you can register online on the Alabama Office of the Secretary of State website</a>. To register using the Alabama online voter registration system, you are required to provide ONE of the following valid ID numbers:<ul>  <li> Alabama Driver''s License</li><li> Alabama Non-Driver''s Identification card</li></ul><br>If you dont have an Alabama-issued ID, you can still submit a voter registration application by mail or in person.  '
              youthByMailRegistration:
                question: Can I submit a voter registration application by mail before I turn 18?
                answer: '   <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/sites/default/files/voter-pdfs/nvra-2.pdf">Yes, you can register to vote by mail using this form.</a> When submitting your application by mail in Alabama, you are required to provide your Alabama Drivers License number or Alabama Non-Driver ID number. If you do not have one, you are required to provide the last four digits of your Social Security number. If you have not been issued any of these numbers, check the box that indicates you do not have an ID number. You may send with your application a copy of your valid photo ID.   '
              militaryAndOverseas:
                question: How do I vote if I'm in the military or live overseas?
                answer: '<div>Active-duty military, their families, and overseas citizens can register to vote and request their absentee ballot using the Federal Post Card Application (FPCA). The FPCA process is done by mail, but your state may offer other options to request and return ballots. Please <a href="https://www.fvap.gov/search-offices">contact your Absentee Election Manager</a> for more information about delivery and return methods, including email, fax, and state online portals. To follow the FPCA process:</div><ol><li>Fill out the <a href="https://www.fvap.gov/fpca-privacy-notice">Federal Post Card Application (FPCA)</a>, or <a href="https://www.fvap.gov/uploads/FVAP/Forms/fpca.pdf">download a copy</a>. Your Absentee Election Manager may have questions, so please provide an email address or phone number where they can reach you.</li><li>Send the application to your <a href="https://www.fvap.gov/search-offices">Absentee Election Manager</a>.</li><li>It is never too early to submit an FPCA! Please do so as soon as possible.</li><li>Please fill out and send back your ballot as soon as you receive it.</li><li>States begin mailing absentee ballots at least 45 days before Election Day. If you haven''t received your ballot by 30 days before Election Day, contact your <a href="https://www.fvap.gov/search-offices">Absentee Election Manager</a>.</li></ol><div>If after submitting your FPCA, your ballot does not arrive, contact your Absentee Election Manager first. Then: </div><ul><li>You can still vote using the <a href="https://www.fvap.gov/fwab-privacy-notice">Federal Write-In Absentee Ballot (FWAB)</a>. Print, sign, and mail your FWAB to your <a href="https://www.fvap.gov/search-offices">Absentee Election Manager</a>.</li><li>If you mail a FWAB and then receive your regular absentee ballot, you should complete and mail your absentee ballot also. Election officials will ensure that only one ballot is counted.</li></ul><div>The <a href="https://www.fvap.gov/alabama">Federal Voting Assistance Program</a> offers additional information on military and overseas voting in Alabama. You can also call <a href="tel:+18004388683">1-800-438-VOTE</a> (8683) or email <a href="mailto:vote@fvap.gov">vote@fvap.gov</a></div>'
              checkRegistration:
                question: How can I check my voter registration status?
                answer: You can look up your voter registration record and verify that your information is correct using <a href="https://myinfo.alabamavotes.gov/voterview">Alabama's voter registration lookup tool</a>.
              contactElectionOffice:
                question: Which election office should I contact?
                answer: '<ul><li>In Alabama, the <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/city-county-lookup/bor">Board of Registrars</a> and <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/city-county-lookup/absentee-election-manager">Absentee Election Manager</a> run voter registration and elections in your area. The Board of Registrars can help you with questions about registering to vote, and the Absentee Election Manager can help you with questions about voting, including voting by mail. </li><li>The <a href="https://sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes">Office of the Secretary of State</a> oversees elections and election administration in Alabama. They can help you with questions about voting in your state, election security, or issues you might have at the polls. If you have concerns about voter intimidation, reach out immediately. </li></ul> '
              localContactInfo:
                question: How do I contact my local election office?
                answer: 'Visit your states site to find the contact information for the <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/city-county-lookup/bor">Board of Registrars</a> or the <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/city-county-lookup/absentee-election-manager">Absentee Election Manager</a>. '
              stateContactInfo:
                question: How do I contact my state election office?
                answer: '<div><a href="https://sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes">Office of the Secretary of State</a></div><ul><li><a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/600%20Dexter%20Ave,%20Suite%20E-206%20Montgomery,%20AL%2036130">600 Dexter Ave, Suite E-206 Montgomery, AL 36130</a></li><li>Telephone: <a href="tel:(334)%20242-7210">(334) 242-7210</a></li></ul>'
              voteInPerson:
                question: How do I vote in person?
                answer: '<h4>Where can I vote on Election Day?</h4><div>You can look up where to vote on <a href="https://myinfo.alabamavotes.gov/voterview">Alabama''s site</a>.<br><div></div></div><h4>Can I vote early?</h4><div>No, early voting in person before Election Day is not offered in this election. Alabama does offer absentee voting with an excuse in-person or by mail beginning 55 days prior to Election Day. <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/voter/absentee-voting">Find the eligibility requirements for absentee voting</a> and contact your <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/city-county-lookup/absentee-election-manager">Absentee Election Manager</a> to check if you can visit their office to request and return an absentee ballot in person.</div><h4>What do I need to bring?</h4><div><div>You will need to show photo ID to vote in Alabama.</div><br><div>Acceptable forms of valid photo ID include:<ul>  <li> Alabama driver''s license (may be expired up to 60 days)</li><li> Alabama non-driver''s ID card (may be expired up to 60 days)</li><li> Alabama photo voter ID card</li><li> digital driver''s license or non-driver ID issued by the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency</li><li> photo ID card issued by Alabama or any other state (examples include AL Department of Corrections Release - Temporary ID, AL Movement/Booking Sheet from Prison/Jail System, or a pistol permit)</li><li> federal government issued ID</li><li> US passport</li><li> employee ID card issued by the federal government, the State of Alabama, county, municipality, board or other entity in Alabama</li><li> student or employee ID issued by a public or private college or university in Alabama</li><li> US military ID</li><li> valid tribal ID</li></ul></div><br><div>Voters without ID: If you are unable to provide ID, you will be able to vote a provisional ballot. In order for your ballot to be counted, you must provide your ID, including your address and your telephone number, to the board of registrars no later than 5:00 P.M. on the Friday following the election. If you fail to provide ID to the board of registrars by that time, your ballot will not be counted. In addition, voters who do not show valid photo ID at the polls can vote a regular ballot if they are positively identified by two election officials as a voter on the poll list who is eligible to vote and the election officials sign a sworn affidavit.</div></div>  <h4>How can I check the status of my ballot?</h4><div>You can check the status of your ballot on <a href="https://myinfo.alabamavotes.gov/voterview">Alabamas site</a>.</div>  '
              voteByMail:
                question: How do I vote by mail?
                answer: '  <div>Alabama allows eligible voters to request a mail ballot. All other voters are expected to vote in person. Check to see if youre eligible to vote by mail on <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/voter/absentee-voting">Alabama''s site</a>. </div><h4>How do I get my ballot? </h4><div>Request your mail-in ballot with a <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/absentee-ballot-applications">mail ballot application</a>.</div><h4>What should I do if I dont get my ballot? </h4><div>If you dont receive your ballot in the mail, then contact your <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/city-county-lookup/absentee-election-manager">Absentee Election Manager</a>. </div><h4>How do I return my ballot? </h4><ul><li>Read the instructions carefully on how to mark and return your ballot. </li><li>You can return your ballot by mail or by visiting a dedicated drop off location. </li><li><a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/voter/absentee-voting">Find a ballot drop off location near you</a>.</li><li>If you choose to return your ballot by mail, the <a href="https://about.usps.com/what/government-services/election-mail/">United States Postal Service (USPS)</a> recommends that voters mail their completed ballots at least one week before the due date. <a href="https://tools.usps.com/find-location.htm">Find a USPS location near you</a>.</li></ul><h4>What do I need to do if Ive moved? </h4><div>Whats on your ballot depends on where you live, so your voter registration is tied to your exact address. If youve moved, you need to re-register with your new address.</div>  <br> <h4>How can I check the status of my ballot?</h4><div>You can check the status of your ballot on <a href="https://myinfo.alabamavotes.gov/voterview">Alabamas site</a>.</div>  '
              whatsOnTheBallot:
                question: How do I see what's on my ballot?
                answer: Learn more about what will be on your ballot by visiting the <a href="https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/2022-general-election-sample-ballots">Alabama website</a>.
          - ocdId: ocd-division/country:us/state:co
            officeName: Colorado
            officialTitle: Secretary of State
            homepageUrl: https://www.coloradosos.gov/voter/pages/pub/home.xhtml
            pollingLocationUrl: https://www.sos.state.co.us/pubs/elections/VIP.html
            studentVotingUrl: https://www.sos.state.co.us/pubs/elections/FAQs/college.html
            votingWithDisabilitiesUrl: https://www.sos.state.co.us/pubs/elections/FAQs/ElectorsWithDisabilities.html
            votingWithPastConvictionsUrl: https://www.coloradosos.gov/pubs/elections/FAQs/VotingAndConviction.html
            canonicalUrl: https://staging.voting.democracy.works/en/vote/co.html
            partyInstructions: You are NOT required to register with a party to participate in Colorado partisan primary elections. If you do not register with a party, you may choose the party primary you wish to vote in. If you choose to register with a party, you can only vote in that party's primary. If you are an unaffiliated voter and return a ballot with more than one political party, the ballot will be rejected and none of the votes will be counted.
            updatedAt: '2023-12-05T19:40:03.797005+00:00'
            timezone: Mountain
            secondaryTimezone: null
            localElectionAuthorityOfficeAlias: null
            separateRegistrationAndElectionAuthorities: null
            localElectionAuthorityName: null
            localRegistrationAuthorityName: null
            localRegistrationAuthorityLookupUrl: https://www.coloradosos.gov/pubs/elections/Resources/CountyElectionOffices.html
            localElectionAuthorityLookupUrl: https://www.coloradosos.gov/pubs/elections/Resources/CountyElectionOffices.html
            registrationAuthorityLevel: county
            electionAuthorityLevel: county
            contact:
              phone: (303) 894-2200
              email: elections@coloradosos.gov
              physicalAddress:
                street: 1700 Broadway, Suite 550
                city: Denver
                state: CO
                zip: '80290'
              mailingAddress:
                street: Elections and Voting, 1700 Broadway, Suite 550
                city: Denver
                state: CO
                zip: '80290'
            voting:
              inPersonVotingAvailable: true
              mailBallotsSentAutomatically: true
              inPerson:
                idRequiredAllVoters: true
                idInstructions: 'If you choose to vote in person in Colorado, you will need to

                  show ID. If your form of identification shows your address, that address must

                  be in the state of Colorado.<br><br>Acceptable forms include: Colorado driver''s

                  license; valid ID card issued by the Colorado Department of Revenue; US passport;

                  employee ID with photo issued by any entity of the US government or Colorado;

                  pilot''s license issued by the FAA or other authorized agency of the US; US

                  military ID with photo; ID card issued by a federally recognized tribal government;

                  Medicare or Medicaid card; certified copy of your US birth certificate; certificate

                  of Degree of Indian or Alaskan Native Blood; certified documentation of naturalization;

                  student ID with photo issued by a Colorado institute of higher education; veteran''s

                  ID with photo issued by the VA; current utility bill, bank statement, government

                  check, paycheck, or other government document showing name and address (within

                  last 60 days)<br><br>Voters without ID: If you are unable to provide ID, you

                  will be able to vote a provisional ballot, or you may request a mail ballot

                  to take home, sign, and return to your county clerk. Your signature is used

                  to verify your identity on a mail ballot.

                  '
              early:
                supported: true
                excuseRequired: false
                alias: null
              byMail:
                ballotApplicationOnline: null
                returnByMailUrl: https://www.coloradosos.gov/pubs/elections/FAQs/mailBallotsFAQ.html
                eligibilityUrl: https://www.coloradosos.gov/pubs/elections/FAQs/mailBallotsFAQ.html
                returnInPersonUrl: https://www.coloradosos.gov/pubs/elections/FAQs/mailBallotsFAQ.html
                excuseRequired: null
                excuses: []
                ballotTrackingUrl: https://ballottrax.coloradosos.gov/voter/
                ballotApplicationDownload: https://www.coloradosos.gov/voter/pages/pub/olvr/findVoterReg.xhtml
                idInstructions: null
                alias: mail
            registration:
              statusUrl: https://www.coloradosos.gov/voter/pages/pub/olvr/findVoterReg.xhtml
              formUrl: https://www.coloradosos.gov/pubs/elections/vote/VoterRegFormEnglish.pdf
              noRegistrationRequiredInstructions: null
              methods:
              - byMail
              - online
              - electionDay
              byMail:
                supported: true
                url: https://www.coloradosos.gov/pubs/elections/FAQs/VoterRegistrationFAQ.html
                forms: nvrf
                raceFieldRequired: null
                raceFieldInstructions: null
                idInstructions: Your completed voter registration form must contain your Colorado driver's license number or identification card number. If you do not have a driver's license or Colorado-issued ID, you must include the last four digits of your Social Security number. If you do not have a Colorado driver's license or a Colorado-issued identification or a Social Security number, please write "NONE" on the form. A unique identifying number will be assigned by the State.
                signatureInstructions: 'To register in Colorado you must: <br>be a citizen of the United States <br>be a resident of Colorado for at least 22 days immediately before the election in which you intend to vote <br>be at least 16 years old, and you must be at least 18 on or before election day to be eligible to vote<br>not be serving a sentence of detention or confinement for a felony conviction'
                citizenInstructions: null
                newVoterInstructions: If you are registering to vote for the first time in your jurisdiction and are mailing this registration application, federal law requires you to show proof of identification the first time you vote. Proof of identification includes current and valid photo identification OR current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck or government document that shows your name and address. More information <a href="https://www.eac.gov/sites/default/files/eac_assets/1/6/Federal_Voter_Registration_ENG.pdf">here</a>.
              online:
                supported: true
                instructions: 'You should know: you need a Colorado driver''s license, Colorado

                  ID card, or valid Social Security number to use Colorado''s online voter registration

                  system. If you don''t have a Colorado-issued ID or Social Security number, you

                  can still submit a voter registration application in person or by mail.

                  '
                url: https://www.coloradosos.gov/voter/pages/pub/olvr/verifyNewVoter.xhtml
              inPerson:
                supported: false
                electionDayInstructions: null
                advanceUrl: https://www.coloradosos.gov/pubs/elections/FAQs/VoterRegistrationFAQ.html
            youthRegistration:
              url: https://www.sos.state.co.us/pubs/elections/highSchoolRegistration.html
              formUrl: null
              supported: byAge
              methods: online,by-mail,in-person
              onlineInstructions: 'To register using the Colorado online voter registration system, you are required to provide at least ONE of the following: Colorado drivers license number; Colorado ID card number; last four digits of your Social Security number<br><br>If you dont have a Colorado Drivers License, Colorado ID card, or Social Security number, you can still submit a voter registration application in person or by mail.'
              inPersonInstructions: 'You can complete a voter registration application in person at any of the following public agencies in Colorado: Colorado Department of Motor Vehicle office when you apply for a driver''s license or when updating your driver''s license information; Colorado public high schools; county clerk and recorders office<br><br>You can also complete a voter registration application in person at any office that provides voter registration services and applications. You can find a full list on the <a href="https://www.coloradosos.gov/pubs/elections/FAQs/VoterRegistrationFAQ.html">Colorado Secretary of States</a> website.'
              byMailInstructions: When submitting your application by mail in Colorado, you are required to provide your Colorado drivers license number or Colorado ID card number if you have one. If you have not been issued one of these ID numbers, you must provide the last four digits of your Social Security number.<br><br>If you have not been issued any of these numbers, check the box that indicates you do not have an ID number. You may be required to provide an acceptable form of ID the first time you vote in an election in Colorado. You can find a full list of acceptable forms of ID on the <a href="https://www.coloradosos.gov/pubs/elections/vote/acceptableFormsOfID.html"> website.</a>
              eligibilityAge: P16Y
              statusAvailability: Unknown
            questionAndAnswer:
              whoCanVote:
                question: Who can register to vote?
                answer: '<div>To register in Colorado you must: <ul>  <li>be a citizen of the United States </li><li>be a resident of Colorado for at least 22 days immediately before the election in which you intend to vote </li><li>be at least 16 years old, and you must be at least 18 on or before election day to be eligible to vote</li><li>not be serving a sentence of detention or confinement for a felony conviction</li></ul></div>'
              byMailRegistration:
                question: Can I submit voter registration forms by mail?
                answer: '<div><div><h4>Use the National Voter Registration Form</h4><ol><li>Print and fill out the <a href="https://www.eac.gov/sites/default/files/eac_assets/1/6/Federal_Voter_Registration_ENG.pdf"> National Voter Registration Form.</a></li><li>Box 6 - ID Number: Your completed voter registration form must contain your Colorado driver''s license number or identification card number. If you do not have a driver''s license or Colorado-issued ID, you must include the last four digits of your Social Security number. If you do not have a Colorado driver''s license or a Colorado-issued identification or a Social Security number, please write "NONE" on the form. A unique identifying number will be assigned by the State.</li><li>Box 7 - Choice of Party: You are NOT required to register with a party to participate in Colorado partisan primary elections. If you do not register with a party, you may choose the party primary you wish to vote in. If you choose to register with a party, you can only vote in that party''s primary. If you are an unaffiliated voter and return a ballot with more than one political party, the ballot will be rejected and none of the votes will be counted.</li><li>Box 8 - Race or Ethnic Group: Leave blank. This information is not required.</li><li>Review the "Who can register to vote?" section above and check that you''re eligible.</li><li>Sign the form.</li><li>Send the completed form to your <a href="https://www.coloradosos.gov/pubs/elections/Resources/CountyElectionOffices.html">local election office</a></li><li>If you are registering to vote for the first time in your jurisdiction and are mailing this registration application, federal law requires you to show proof of identification the first time you vote. Proof of identification includes current and valid photo identification OR current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck or government document that shows your name and address. More information <a href="https://www.eac.gov/sites/default/files/eac_assets/1/6/Federal_Voter_Registration_ENG.pdf">here</a>.<ul>  </ul></li></ol></div></div>'
              electionDayRegistration:
                question: Can I register to vote on Election Day?
                answer: Colorado <em>does</em> offer in person registration on Election Day.
              inPersonRegistration:
                question: Can I submit voter registration forms in person?
                answer: <ul><li>You can also register to vote in person. Contact your <a href="https://www.coloradosos.gov/pubs/elections/Resources/CountyElectionOffices.html">local election office</a> for information on when and where to register to vote.</li><li>You can also register to vote and cast a ballot in person on Election Day.</li><li>Learn more by visiting the <a href="https://www.coloradosos.gov/voter/pages/pub/home.xhtml">Colorado Secretary of State</a>'s website or contacting your <a href="https://www.coloradosos.gov/pubs/elections/Resources/CountyElectionOffices.html">local election office</a>.</li></ul>
              youthRegistrationEligibility:
                question: Can I register to vote before I turn 18?
                answer: ' You can register to vote in Colorado before you turn 18 if you:<ul>  <li> are at least 16 years old</li><li> are a citizen of the United States</li><li> will be a resident of Colorado for at least 22 days immediately before the election in which you plan to vote</li><li> are not currently serving a term of imprisonment for a felony conviction </li></ul><br>You must be 18 years old to vote in an election. <br> '
              youthInPersonRegistration:
                question: Can I complete a voter registration application in person before I turn 18?
                answer: <a href="https://www.coloradosos.gov/pubs/elections/FAQs/VoterRegistrationFAQ.html">Yes, you can learn more about registering to vote in person on the Colorado Secretary of State website</a>. You can complete a voter registration application in person at any of the following public agencies in Colorado:<ul>  <li> Colorado Department of Motor Vehicle office when you apply for a driver's license or when updating your driver's license information</li><li> Colorado public high schools</li><li> county clerk and recorders office</li></ul><br>You can also complete a voter registration application in person at any office that provides voter registration services and applications. You can find a full list on the <a href="https://www.coloradosos.gov/pubs/elections/FAQs/VoterRegistrationFAQ.html">Colorado Secretary of States</a> website.
              youthOnlineVoterRegistration:
                question: Can I submit a voter registration application online before I turn 18?
                answer: ' <a href="https://www.coloradosos.gov/voter/pages/pub/olvr/verifyNewVoter.xhtml">Yes, you can register online on the Colorado Secretary of State website</a>. To register using the Colorado online voter registration system, you are required to provide at least ONE of the following:<ul>  <li> Colorado drivers license number</li><li> Colorado ID card number</li><li> last four digits of your Social Security number</li></ul><br>If you dont have a Colorado Drivers License, Colorado ID card, or Social Security number, you can still submit a voter registration application in person or by mail.  '
              youthByMailRegistration:
                question: Can I submit a voter registration application by mail before I turn 18?
                answer: '  <a href="https://www.sos.state.co.us/pubs/elections/highSchoolRegistration.html">Yes, you can learn more about registering to vote by mail on the Colorado Secretary of State website</a>. When submitting your application by mail in Colorado, you are required to provide your Colorado drivers license number or Colorado ID card number if you have one. If you have not been issued one of these ID numbers, you must provide the last four digits of your Social Security number.<br>If you have not been issued any of these numbers, check the box that indicates you do not have an ID number. You may be required to provide an acceptable form of ID the first time you vote in an election in Colorado. You can find a full list of acceptable forms of ID on the <a href="https://www.coloradosos.gov/pubs/elections/vote/acceptableFormsOfID.html"> website.</a>    '
              militaryAndOverseas:
                question: How do I vote if I'm in the military or live overseas?
                answer: '<div>Active-duty military, their families, and overseas citizens can register to vote and request their absentee ballot using the Federal Post Card Application (FPCA). The FPCA process is done by mail, but your state may offer other options to request and return ballots. Please <a href="https://www.fvap.gov/search-offices">contact your local election office</a> for more information about delivery and return methods, including email, fax, and state online portals. To follow the FPCA process:</div><ol><li>Fill out the <a href="https://www.fvap.gov/fpca-privacy-notice">Federal Post Card Application (FPCA)</a>, or <a href="https://www.fvap.gov/uploads/FVAP/Forms/fpca.pdf">download a copy</a>. Your local election office may have questions, so please provide an email address or phone number where they can reach you.</li><li>Send the application to your <a href="https://www.fvap.gov/search-offices">local election office</a>.</li><li>It is never too early to submit an FPCA! Please do so as soon as possible.</li><li>Please fill out and send back your ballot as soon as you receive it.</li><li>States begin mailing absentee ballots at least 45 days before Election Day. If you haven''t received your ballot by 30 days before Election Day, contact your <a href="https://www.fvap.gov/search-offices">local election office</a>.</li></ol><div>If after submitting your FPCA, your ballot does not arrive, contact your local election office first. Then: </div><ul><li>You can still vote using the <a href="https://www.fvap.gov/fwab-privacy-notice">Federal Write-In Absentee Ballot (FWAB)</a>. Print, sign, and mail your FWAB to your <a href="https://www.fvap.gov/search-offices">local election office</a>.</li><li>If you mail a FWAB and then receive your regular absentee ballot, you should complete and mail your absentee ballot also. Election officials will ensure that only one ballot is counted.</li></ul><div>The <a href="https://www.fvap.gov/colorado">Federal Voting Assistance Program</a> offers additional information on military and overseas voting in Colorado. You can also call <a href="tel:+18004388683">1-800-438-VOTE</a> (8683) or email <a href="mailto:vote@fvap.gov">vote@fvap.gov</a></div>'
              checkRegistration:
                question: How can I check my voter registration status?
                answer: You can look up your voter registration record and verify that your information is correct using <a href="https://www.coloradosos.gov/voter/pages/pub/olvr/findVoterReg.xhtml">Colorado's voter registration lookup tool</a>.
              contactElectionOffice:
                question: Which election office should I contact?
                answer: ' <ul><li>In Colorado, your <a href="https://www.coloradosos.gov/pubs/elections/Resources/CountyElectionOffices.html">local election office</a> runs the elections in your area. They can help you with questions about registering to vote, voting by mail, and local elections. </li><li>The <a href="https://www.coloradosos.gov/voter/pages/pub/home.xhtml">Secretary of State</a> oversees elections and election administration in Colorado. They can help you with questions about voting in your state, election security, or issues you might have at the polls. If you have concerns about voter intimidation, reach out immediately. </li></ul>'
              localContactInfo:
                question: How do I contact my local election office?
                answer: ' Visit your states site to find your<strong> </strong><a href="https://www.coloradosos.gov/pubs/elections/Resources/CountyElectionOffices.html">local election office</a>.'
              stateContactInfo:
                question: How do I contact my state election office?
                answer: '<div><a href="https://www.coloradosos.gov/voter/pages/pub/home.xhtml">Secretary of State</a></div><ul><li><a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/1700%20Broadway,%20Suite%20550%20Denver,%20CO%2080290">1700 Broadway, Suite 550 Denver, CO 80290</a></li><li>Telephone: <a href="tel:(303)%20894-2200">(303) 894-2200</a></li></ul>'
              voteInPerson:
                question: How do I vote in person?
                answer: '<h4>Where can I vote on Election Day?</h4><div>You can look up where to vote on <a href="https://www.sos.state.co.us/pubs/elections/VIP.html">Colorado''s site</a>.<br><div></div></div><h4>Can I vote early?</h4><ul><li>Yes, Colorado does offer early voting. You can choose whether to vote on Election Day or during the early voting period, whichever is easier for you. This can be especially helpful if it would be difficult or not possible for you to vote on Election Day. Early voting locations may be less crowded, as well.</li></ul><h4>What do I need to bring?</h4><div><div>If you choose to vote in person in Colorado, you will need to show ID. If your form of identification shows your address, that address must be in the state of Colorado.</div><br><div>Acceptable forms include:<ul>  <li> Colorado driver''s license</li><li> valid ID card issued by the Colorado Department of Revenue</li><li> US passport</li><li> employee ID with photo issued by any entity of the US government or Colorado</li><li> pilot''s license issued by the FAA or other authorized agency of the US</li><li> US military ID with photo</li><li> ID card issued by a federally recognized tribal government</li><li> Medicare or Medicaid card</li><li> certified copy of your US birth certificate</li><li> certificate of Degree of Indian or Alaskan Native Blood</li><li> certified documentation of naturalization</li><li> student ID with photo issued by a Colorado institute of higher education</li><li> veteran''s ID with photo issued by the VA</li><li> current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document showing name and address (within last 60 days)</li></ul></div><br><div>Voters without ID: If you are unable to provide ID, you will be able to vote a provisional ballot, or you may request a mail ballot to take home, sign, and return to your county clerk. Your signature is used to verify your identity on a mail ballot.</div></div>  <h4>How can I check the status of my ballot?</h4><div>You can check the status of your ballot on <a href="https://ballottrax.coloradosos.gov/voter/">Colorados site</a>.</div>  '
              voteByMail:
                question: How do I vote by mail?
                answer: <div>Colorado conducts elections primarily by mail. If you are an active registered voter and you submitted your voter registration application at least eight days before Election Day, then you can expect to receive a ballot in the mail. It will be sent to the mailing address on your voter registration file.</div><div><br>If you are voting by mail for the first time, you may also need to provide a copy of your ID when you return your mail ballot. For more information, please visit the <a href="https://www.sos.state.co.us/pubs/elections/vote/acceptableFormsOfID.html">Colorado Secretary of State's</a> website.</div><h4>What should I do if I dont get my ballot?</h4><div>If you dont receive your ballot in the mail, then contact your <a href="https://www.coloradosos.gov/pubs/elections/Resources/CountyElectionOffices.html">local election office</a>. You can also vote in person at a <a href="https://www.coloradosos.gov/pubs/elections/Resources/CountyElectionOffices.html">voter service and polling center</a>. </div><h4>How do I return my ballot?</h4><ul><li>Read the instructions carefully on how to mark and return your ballot.</li><li>You can return your ballot by mail or use a ballot drop box or drop-off location. </li><li><a href="https://www.sos.state.co.us/pubs/elections/VIP.html">Find a ballot dropbox near you</a>.</li><li>If you choose to return your ballot by mail, <a href="https://about.usps.com/what/government-services/election-mail/">USPS recommends</a> that voters mail their completed ballots at least one week before the due date. <a href="https://tools.usps.com/find-location.htm">Find a USPS location near you</a>.</li></ul><h4>What do I need to do if Ive moved?</h4><div>Whats on your ballot depends on where you live, so your voter registration is tied to your exact address. If youve moved, you need to re-register with your new address.<br> <h4>How can I check the status of my ballot?</h4><div>You can check the status of your ballot on <a href="https://ballottrax.coloradosos.gov/voter/">Colorados site</a>.</div>  </div>
              whatsOnTheBallot:
                question: How do I see what's on my ballot?
                answer: ' <a href="https://myballot.sos.colorado.gov/app/sb/vr">View your sample ballot</a> on the Colorado Secretary of State''s website. Available ballot information may vary depending on the upcoming election.  '
        pagination:
          totalRecordCount: 2
          currentPage: 1
          pageSize: 10
    localAuthorities:
      summary: Sample local authorities response
      description: 'This is **fictional** data to provide examples of fields values.

        '
      value:
        data:
          authorities:
          - ocdId: ocd-division/country:us/state:ak/borough:juneau
            officeName: Juneau City And Borough
            officialTitle: Region I Elections Office
            homepageUrl: https://juneau.org/clerk/elections
            registrationAuthorityLevel: county
            electionAuthorityLevel: null
            isRegistrationContact: false
            contact:
              email: electionsr1@alaska.gov
              physicalAddress:
                street: 9109 MENDENHALL MALL RD STE 3
                city: JUNEAU
                state: AK
                zip: 99801-7136
              mailingAddress:
                street: PO BOX 110018
                city: JUNEAU
                state: AK
                zip: 99811-0018
          - ocdId: ocd-division/country:us/state:ri/place:coventry
            officeName: Coventry Town
            officialTitle: Board of Canvassers
            homepageUrl: https://www.coventryri.org/board-canvassers
            registrationAuthorityLevel: municipal
            electionAuthorityLevel: municipal
            isRegistrationContact: false
            contact:
              email: landerson@coventryri.org
              physicalAddress:
                street: 1675 FLAT RIVER RD
                city: COVENTRY
                state: RI
                zip: 02816
              mailingAddress:
                street: 1670 FLAT RIVER RD
                city: COVENTRY
                state: RI
                zip: 02816
        pagination:
          totalRecordCount: 2
          currentPage: 1
          pageSize: 10
  schemas:
    authority:
      description: A representation of an authority.
      type: object
      required:
      - ocdId
      - officeName
      - officialTitle
      - homepageUrl
      - registrationAuthorityLevel
      - electionAuthorityLevel
      - contact
      properties:
        ocdId:
          type: string
          description: Provides the [OCD-ID](https://opencivicdata.info/en/latest/ocdids.html) associated with the office.
        officeName:
          type: string
          description: Provides the state/office name.
        officialTitle:
          type: string
          description: 'Provides the state election authority title.


            `Localized`

            '
        homepageUrl:
          type: string
          description: Provides the URL for the office. This is typically Secretary of State or Division/State Board of Elections.
        pollingLocationUrl:
          type: string
          description: Provides a state website to find polling place information based on voter's location.
        studentVotingUrl:
          type: string
          description: Provides a state website with information for student voters.
        votingWithDisabilitiesUrl:
          type: string
          description: Provides a state website with information for voting with disabilities.
        votingWithPastConvictionsUrl:
          type: string
          description: Provides a state website with information for voting with past convictions.
        canonicalUrl:
          type: string
          description: 'Provides a URL to the Democracy Works data source for attribution purposes. Attribution allows voters to assess the reliability and provenance of election data and guidance.


            `Localized`

            '
        partyInstructions:
          type: string
          description: 'Describes if voters are required to register with a party when they register to vote and if voters must be affiliated with a party in order to vote in an election.


            `Localized` `Formatted`

            '
        updatedAt:
          type: string
          description: Provides the time at which data for the election authority was most recently updated.
        timezone:
          type: string
          description: Provides the time zone in which the majority of the population of a state resides.
        secondaryTimezone:
          type: string
          description: Provides the second most populated time zone of a state if applicable.
        localElectionAuthorityOfficeAlias:
          type: string
          description: 'Indicates the word or phrase that describes a local election office.


            `Localized`

            '
        separateRegistrationAndElectionAuthorities:
          type: boolean
          description: Indicates whether registration and voting are handled by separate election authorities.
        localElectionAuthorityName:
          type: string
          description: 'Provides the name for all combined election-registration offices in a state.


            If blank, local election office is assumed.


            `Localized`

            '
        localRegistrationAuthorityName:
          type: string
          description: 'In states that have split local election offices, provides the name for all local registration-only offices in a state.


            If blank, local election office is assumed.


            `Localized`

            '
        localRegistrationAuthorityLookupUrl:
          type: string
          description: Provides a URL where a voter can search for their local registration authority.
        localElectionAuthorityLookupUrl:
          type: string
          description: Provides a URL where a voter can search for their local election office.
        registrationAuthorityLevel:
          type: string
          description: Provides the governmental level in charge of voter registration. Options include state, county, or municipal.
        electionAuthorityLevel:
          type: string
          description: Provides the governmental level in charge of voting and elections. Options include state, county, or municipal.
        isRegistrationContact:
          type: boolean
          description: Indicates whether the authority should be the point of contact for voter registration services and inquiries.
        contact:
          type: object
          required:
          - email
          - physicalAddress
          - mailingAddress
          properties:
            phone:
              type: string
              description: Provides the phone number of the election authority.
            email:
              type: string
              description: Provides the email address of the election authority.
            physicalAddress:
              type: object
              properties:
                street:
                  type: string
                  description: Provides the street address of the election authority.
                city:
                  type: string
                  description: Provides the city associated with the election authority.
                state:
                  type: string
                  description: Provides the state associated with the election authority.
                zip:
                  type: string
                  description: Provides the zip code of the election authority.
            mailingAddress:
              type: object
              properties:
                street:
                  type: string
                  description: Provides the mailing street address of the election authority.
                city:
                  type: string
                  description: Provides the mailing city address of the election authority.
                state:
                  type: string
                  description: Provides the mailing state of the election authority.
                zip:
                  type: string
                  description: Provides the mailing ZIP code of the election authority.
        voting:
          type: object
          properties:
            inPersonVotingAvailable:
              type: boolean
              description: Indicates whether an authority supports voting in person.
            mailBallotsSentAutomatically:
              type: boolean
              description: Indicates whether elections are predominantly held by mail and ballots are automatically sent to all eligible voters by the election authority.
            inPerson:
              type: object
              properties:
                idRequiredAllVoters:
                  type: boolean
                  description: Indicates whether an ID is required for all voters.
                idInstructions:
                  type: string
                  description: 'Provides the state-specific instructions to vote in person including what identification voters may need to show at the voting location for states that have a voting.predominantMethod of byMail.


                    `Localized` `Formatted`

                    '
            early:
              type: object
              properties:
                supported:
                  type: boolean
                  description: Indicates whether there is an early voting process  allowed within the state. A TRUE response does not mean that all elections within the state will have early voting available.
                excuseRequired:
                  type: boolean
                  description: Indicates whether an excuse is required to vote early.
                alias:
                  type: string
                  description: Provides the states preferred term to reference early voting.
            byMail:
              type: object
              properties:
                ballotApplicationOnline:
                  type: string
                  description: Provides a URL for voters to request a mail ballot online.
                returnByMailUrl:
                  type: string
                  description: Provides a URL with information for voters to learn more about returning a mail ballot via the mail.
                eligibilityUrl:
                  type: string
                  description: Provides a URL with information for voters to determine if they are eligible to vote by mail according to their authority.
                returnInPersonUrl:
                  type: string
                  description: Provides a URL with information for voters to learn more about returning a mail ballot in person.
                excuseRequired:
                  type: boolean
                  description: Indicates whether a voter will need to provide an excuse when requesting a ballot to vote by mail.
                excuses:
                  type: array
                  description: 'Describes the excuses that make voters eligible to vote by mail in excuse-required states.


                    `Localized`

                    '
                  items:
                    type: object
                    properties:
                      excuse:
                        type: string
                        description: Description of the absentee excuse.
                        example: absence
                      example:
                        type: string
                        description: Example rationale fitting absentee excuse.
                        example: I expect to be out of the county or the state on election day.
                ballotTrackingUrl:
                  type: string
                  description: Provides a URL for voters to track their ballot in the mail.
                ballotApplicationDownload:
                  type: string
                  description: 'Provides a URL to a form that can be mailed or submitted to request a mail ballot.


                    `Localized`

                    '
                idInstructions:
                  type: string
                  description: 'Provides state-specific instructions for voters who choose to vote by mail.


                    `Localized` `Formatted`

                    '
                alias:
                  type: string
                  description: 'Provides the states preferred term to reference mail-in ballots.


                    `Localized`

                    '
        registration:
          type: object
          properties:
            statusUrl:
              type: string
              description: Provides a URL that can be used to confirm whether or not a user is registered to vote.
            formUrl:
              type: string
              description: 'Provides a URL to the voter registration form to download, or closest helpful webpage.


                `Localized`

                '
            noRegistrationRequiredInstructions:
              type: string
              description: 'Provides instructions for voters in states without voter registration. Only applicable for states that do not have voter registration.


                `Localized` `Formatted`

                '
            methods:
              type: array
              description: Lists ways in which a voter can register to vote. Options include in person, by mail, online, call clerk, or not applicable.
            byMail:
              type: object
              properties:
                supported:
                  type: boolean
                  description: Indicates whether the authority allows voter registration by mail.
                url:
                  type: string
                  description: Provides a URL with information for voters to learn more about submitting a voter registration application via the mail.
                forms:
                  type: string
                  description: Provides which registration form the state accepts. Options include :nvrf (national mail voter registration form) or :[state-abbreviation]-reg (e.g. :wy-reg).
                raceFieldRequired:
                  type: boolean
                  description: Indicates whether race is required by state when filling out registration form.
                raceFieldInstructions:
                  type: string
                  description: 'Provides instructions for filling out race field in the voter registration form if required.


                    `Localized` `Formatted`

                    '
                idInstructions:
                  type: string
                  description: 'Provides state-specific voter identification requirements for voter registration.


                    `Localized` `Formatted`

                    '
                signatureInstructions:
                  type: string
                  description: 'Provides the state-specific requirements for someone to be able to register to vote.


                    `Localized` `Formatted`

                    '
                citizenInstructions:
                  type: string
                  description: 'Provides the state-specific proof of citizenship requirements to be able to register to vote.


                    `Localized` `Formatted`

                    '
                newVoterInstructions:
                  type: string
                  description: 'Provides instructions if there are different ID requirements for voting for the first time after submitting a voter registration application by mail.


                    `Localized` `Formatted`

                    '
            online:
              type: object
              properties:
                supported:
                  type: boolean
                  description: Indicates whether the authority allows voter registration online.
                instructions:
                  type: string
                  description: 'Provides the state-specific requirements and instructions to register to vote online.


                    `Localized` `Formatted`

                    '
                url:
                  type: string
                  description: Provides the online voter registration URL.
            inPerson:
              type: object
              properties:
                supported:
                  type: boolean
                  description: Indicates whether the authority allows voter registration in person.
                electionDayInstructions:
                  type: string
                  description: 'Describes instructions for registering to vote in person on election day.


                    `Localized` `Formatted`

                    '
                advanceUrl:
                  type: string
                  description: Provides a URL with information for voters to learn more about submitting registering to vote in person before voting in person.
        youthRegistration:
          type: object
          properties:
            url:
              type: string
              description: Provides a URL with information on how voters can register to vote before they turn 18 if available.
            formUrl:
              type: string
              description: 'Provides a URL to a form that voters can use to register to vote before they turn 18 if available.


                `Localized`

                '
            supported:
              type: string
              description: Indicates whether or not a voter can register to vote before they turn 18.
            methods:
              type: string
              description: Lists the methods by which voters can register to vote before they turn 18. Options include byMail, inPerson, and online.
            onlineInstructions:
              type: string
              description: 'Provides instructions for a voter to register to vote before they turn 18 using an online system if available.


                `Localized` `Formatted`

                '
            inPersonInstructions:
              type: string
              description: 'Provides instructions for a voter to register to vote in person before they turn 18 in person if available.


                `Localized` `Formatted`

                '
            byMailInstructions:
              type: string
              description: 'Provides instructions for a voter to register to vote before they turn 18 using a paper application form by mail if available.


                `Localized` `Formatted`

                '
            eligibilityAge:
              type: string
              description: Provides the age in which voters can register to vote before they turn 18 if they are able to.
            statusAvailability:
              type: string
              description: Describes whether or not there is a process available to confirm whether someone is pre-registered to vote before they turn 18.
            eligibilityByElectionType:
              type: string
              description: 'Provides the types of elections that count toward youth registration eligibility in states where youth are allowed to register if they will be 18 by election day. This will be null in states where youth registration is solely determined by a persons age.


                `Localized`

                '
            eligibilityByElection:
              type: object
              properties:
                date:
                  type: string
                  description: Provides the date of the next known statewide election in which 17 year olds who will be 18 by said date could partake in the youth registration process. This will be null for states in which youth registration eligibility is decided by voter age instead of by when a voters next election is. This will also be null when there is no known date for the next statewide election.
                primaryVotingSupported:
                  type: boolean
                  description: Indicates whether 17 year olds can vote in a primary election if they will be 18 by the coinciding general election if they have registered to vote via their states youth registration process. This will be null for states in which youth registration eligibility is decided by voter age instead of by when a voters next election is.
                futureLocalElectionApplicable:
                  type: boolean
                  description: Indicates whether elections that are more local than statewide count toward youth registration eligibility in state legislation.  This will be null for states in which youth registration eligibility is decided by voter age instead of when a voters next election is.
        questionAndAnswer:
          type: object
          properties:
            keyChanges:
              type: object
              description: 'Provides updates on key voting or registration process changes within a state.


                `Localized` `Formatted`

                '
              properties:
                question:
                  type: string
                answer:
                  type: string
            whoCanVote:
              type: object
              description: 'Provides the eligibility criteria for a voter to register to vote in a state.


                `Localized` `Formatted`

                '
              properties:
                question:
                  type: string
                answer:
                  type: string
            byMailRegistration:
              type: object
              description: 'Provides instructions for a voter to register to vote by mail using the National Voter Registration Form. If the National Voter Registration Form is not accepted within a state, provides instructions to register to vote by mail using the state voter registration form.


                `Localized` `Formatted`

                '
              properties:
                question:
                  type: string
                answer:
                  type: string
            electionDayRegistration:
              type: object
              description: 'Indicates whether or not same day registration on Election Day is available.


                `Localized` `Formatted`

                '
              properties:
                question:
                  type: string
                answer:
                  type: string
            inPersonRegistration:
              type: object
              description: 'Provides instructions on how to register to vote in person.


                `Localized` `Formatted`

                '
              properties:
                question:
                  type: string
                answer:
                  type: string
            youthRegistrationEligibility:
              type: object
              description: 'Provides the eligibility criteria necessary for a person under the age of 18 to register to vote in their state.


                `Localized` `Formatted`

                '
              properties:
                question:
                  type: string
                answer:
                  type: string
            youthInPersonRegistration:
              type: object
              description: 'Provides instructions on how and where a voter can register to vote in person before they turn 18 if they are eligible to do so.


                `Localized` `Formatted`

                '
              properties:
                question:
                  type: string
                answer:
                  type: string
            youthOnlineVoterRegistration:
              type: object
              description: 'Provides instructions on how a voter can register to vote online before they turn 18 if they are eligible to do so. Provides any voter identification needed to use the online voter registration system. This will be null for states that do not allow voters to pre-register online.


                `Localized` `Formatted`

                '
              properties:
                question:
                  type: string
                answer:
                  type: string
            youthByMailRegistration:
              type: object
              description: 'Provides instructions on how voters can register to vote by mail if they are eligible to register to vote before they turn 18.


                `Localized` `Formatted`

                '
              properties:
                question:
                  type: string
                answer:
                  type: string
            militaryAndOverseas:
              type: object
              description: 'Provides instructions for military and overseas voters on how to vote in an election.


                `Localized` `Formatted`

                '
              properties:
                question:
                  type: string
                answer:
                  type: string
            checkRegistration:
              type: object
              description: 'Provides instructions on how to check your registration status. If available, provides a URL to check your registration status.


                `Localized` `Formatted`

                '
              properties:
                question:
                  type: string
                answer:
                  type: string
            contactElectionOffice:
              type: object
              description: 'Provides instructions on how to decide whether to contact your local election office or state election office.


                `Localized` `Formatted`

                '
              properties:
                question:
                  type: string
                answer:
                  type: string
            localContactInfo:
              type: object
              description: 'Provides URL to find contact information for the office of the Local Election Authority.


                `Localized` `Formatted`

                '
              properties:
                question:
                  type: string
                answer:
                  type: string
            stateContactInfo:
              type: object
              description: 'Provides contact information for the office of the State Election Authority.


                `Localized` `Formatted`

                '
              properties:
                question:
                  type: string
                answer:
                  type: string
            voteInPerson:
              type: object
              description: 'Provides information on where to vote on Election Day, early voting, voter identification requirements, and how to check the status of your ballot if available.


                `Localized` `Formatted`

                '
              properties:
                question:
                  type: string
                answer:
                  type: string
            voteByMail:
              type: object
              description: 'Provides information on whether or not an excuse is required to vote by mail, instructions on requesting and returning a ballot, instructions on how to check the status of your ballot if available, and information on what to do if you have recently moved and would like to request a ballot.


                `Localized` `Formatted`

                '
              properties:
                question:
                  type: string
                answer:
                  type: string
            whatsOnTheBallot:
              type: object
              description: 'Provides a URL to the state''s sample ballot lookup tool for statewide elections if available. If a URL isn''t available, provides a link to Ballotpedia.


                `Localized` `Formatted`

                '
              properties:
                question:
                  type: string
                answer:
                  type: string
    pagination:
      type: object
      properties:
        totalRecordCount:
          type: number
          description: Total records found for the given query.
        currentPage:
          type: number
          description: The page of records returned.
        pageSize:
          type: number
          description: The number of records returned.
    errors:
      type: object
      properties:
        status:
          type: integer
        message:
          type: array
      required:
      - status
      - message
    gatewayErrors:
      type: object
      properties:
        message:
          type: string
      required:
      - message
  responses:
    tooManyRequestsError:
      description: TooManyRequestsError
      content:
        application/json:
          schema:
            $ref: '#/components/schemas/gatewayErrors'
          example:
            message: Too Many Requests
    internalServerError:
      description: InternalServerError
      content:
        application/json:
          schema:
            $ref: '#/components/schemas/errors'
          example:
            status: 500
            message:
            - Something went wrong.
    badRequestError:
      description: Bad Request
      content:
        application/json:
          schema:
            $ref: '#/components/schemas/errors'
          example:
            status: 400
            message:
            - Something has gone wrong parsing your query string. Please refer to our documentation at https://developers.democracy.works/api/v2 to confirm all required fields are present and all fields are formatted correctly.
  securitySchemes:
    ApiKeyAuth:
      type: apiKey
      in: header
      name: x-api-key