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Our Mission

Our goal is simple: to build an electorate that accurately represents the diversity of America’s citizenry. Through advocacy, litigation, and technical assistance, Project Vote is fighting to make sure that every eligible citizen is able to register, vote, and cast a ballot that counts.

Voter Registration Policy

We know that most Americans will vote, once they get registered. That’s why Project Vote’s work is focused on promoting sensible laws, rules, and procedures that make it easier, not harder, for eligible citizens to become registered voters. Read more

Voting Policy

The way Americans vote is changing, and Project Vote works to make sure we're making the polls more, not less, accessible. Read more

List Maintenance

Voter registration is only the first step: we also have to make sure that registrants get on the rolls, and stay on the rolls. That’s why Project Vote works to protect eligible voters from wrongful purges, voter caging, and other dangerous efforts to “clean-up” the lists. Read more

Government Agency Registration

Congress passed the National Voter Registration Act (NVRA) to ensure that state governments played a leading role in providing our most vulnerable citizens a chance to participate in American democracy. Project Vote and our partners are working to make sure they do, and to realize the full potential of this landmark law. Read more

Civic Engagement

Since the beginning of the Civil Rights movement, voter engagement efforts have played a vital role in our democratic process. Project Vote brings our 20 years of field experience to help community-organizations run efficient, effective voter registration drives and Get Out the Vote programs. Read more

Bill Tracking

Project Vote's bill tracking service provides up-to-the-minute information on election legislation—good and bad—that has been proposed in state legislatures and the U.S. Congress. Read more

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California DMV Takes Important First Steps Toward Improving Voter Registration Services

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Although problems persist, voter registration for 2016 elections will be easier for some. Read more

Nonprofit Sues Arizona for Voting Records

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Arizona asked a nonprofit watchdog for $50,000 for election registration records, but provides the information to political parties for free, Project Vote claims in court. Read more

Voting Law Guide Features New States

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This primary season, Electionary has been used by voting rights advocates and organizers in Election Protection efforts and will be pertinent to run effective voter registration programs and get-out-the-vote drives before the November election. Read more

New Voter Registration Form Could Reduce Unnecessary Rejections

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In July, Virginia will launch a new and improved version of its state voter registration form, which will help avoid confusion and reduce the number of eligible voters who are rejected for minor administrative errors. Read more

Letter to the Virginia State Board of Elections Regarding Draft Revisions to Voter Registration Application and Related Regulations

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On July 15, 2015, Project Vote submitted comments to the Virginia State Board of Elections on the revised draft Virginia voter registration application. Read more

We’re Suing for Transparency in Arizona Elections

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Call us crazy, but—given all the problems people have had voting in Arizona—we think voter list maintenance should be done in the light of day. Read more

Project Vote v. Reagan et al: Complaint

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Complaint filed April 27, 2016 in Project Vote v. Reagan. Read more

Project Vote v. Reagan, et al (Arizona)

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Project Vote is suing Arizona to make sure voter registration records are available for inspection as required by the National Voter Registration Act (NVRA). Read more

Automatic Voter Registration Best Practices Coming Soon

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As access to the ballot becomes increasingly difficult, more states are trying to find ways to improve the administration of elections. Read more

State Voter Registration Guide: Mississippi

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This guide covers who is eligible to register in the state, the deadlines for submitting registrations, and the state laws governing voter registration drives. Read more