General Election Information*If you are starting the voter registration process after the registration deadline, please contact your local election office (https://www.fvap.gov/search-offices?state=5).

**Ballot Return: Ballots must be received by the 7th day after the election.

U.S. Senate Special Election: November 8, 2022

Registration By Mail: Postmarked by October 24, 2022 By Online or Fax: Received by October 24, 2022

Ballot Request Received by November 1, 2022

Ballot Return Return by Mail: Postmarked by November 8, 2022 Return by Fax: Received by 8 PM, November 8, 2022

Promote Democracy: Serve as a Poll Worker

Before each statewide election, thousands of Californians sign up to help put on the single most important event we hold in a democracy. County elections officials depend on reliable, dedicated teams of poll workers to make every Election Day run smoothly.

Who can be a poll worker?

To serve as a poll worker you must be:

• A United States citizen or legal permanent resident;
• An eligible high school student

What does a poll worker do?

• Sets up and closes a polling place
• Helps voters understand their rights
• Protects ballots and voting equipment

Why be a poll worker?

• Get involved and assist voters
• Contribute to your community
• Earn extra money (amount varies by county)

How do you apply?

Visit pollworker.sos.ca.gov to complete the poll worker application. It only takes 2-3 minutes!