Protect the Vote in November 2026

Register to vote

• Register to vote: TurboVote is our recommended tool to help you register, check your registration status, request a mail-in ballot, and get election-related reminders.
• Get Answers to Your Voting Questions: If you've got questions about voting and elections, Vote411 has got answers!

Make a plan to vote

• Check your state’s Voter ID laws: VoteRider has up-to-date information on your state’s Voter ID laws and provides free help to obtain identification if needed.
• See what's on your ballot: BallotReady can help you research what will be on your ballot.
• Choose your voting method: TurboVote can help you either request an absentee ballot, learn about voting early, or find your polling location.
• Find a Vote Early No Kings Event Near You: October 17 will be a nationwide day of nonpartisan voter participation—making sure every eligible voter has a plan, knows their options, and is ready to make their voice count.

Protect the vote

• Become an Ambassador for Election Protection: Scientists, engineers, and other technical experts have a unique role to play in protecting our democracy. The Union of Concerned Scientists is looking for scientists like you around the country to become Science Rising Ambassadors for Election Protection!
• Join the Science Rising Action Corps: The UCS Science Rising Action Corps will help make issues of science and democracy more visible to members of Congress—from social media, to town halls, to petition delivery right to their doors. There is a way for everyone to get involved.
• Help stop disinformation: Here are evidence-based ways to protect yourself and the communities you belong to from disinformation.
• Add the Election Protection Hotline to your Contacts: You can call or text 866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683) to speak with a trained election protection volunteer, ask questions, or report voting-related problems or issues you encounter.
• Learn More About Disinformation Best Practices: Congratulations! You’re a target of disinformation. UCS disinformation expert Kate Cell breaks down six ways to head off the deception in the coming months.

This resource page will be continuously updated throughout the fall.