By SALINA POST
Today, November 5 is Election Day. Kansas Secretary of State Scott Schwab has shared important reminders for voters as they head to the polls.
Kansas polling places are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. local time, though some counties may open earlier. Voters who are in line when polls close will still be permitted to cast their ballots. Schwab advises voters to be prepared for longer wait times during peak hours in the early morning, lunchtime, and after 5 p.m.
Voters are required to present a government-issued photo ID. For more details on ID requirements, Schwab directs voters to consult the Secretary of State’s website.
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To find their assigned polling locations, voters can use the VoterView tool available on VoteKansas.gov. This tool can help voters verify their location and make a plan to ensure a smooth voting experience.
Electioneering is prohibited within 250 feet of polling locations. Electioneering includes actions intended to persuade or influence others’ votes for or against a particular candidate. Voters are reminded not to wear, display, or distribute items such as buttons, stickers, signs, articles of clothing, or campaign literature within this 250-foot zone.
Special accommodations and assistance are available at polling locations. Trained poll workers are ready to help voters with disabilities, including providing ballot marking devices and offering curbside voting for those with mobility or vision impairments.
Voters who received a mail-in ballot have the option to return it on Election Day to any polling location within their county, a county drop box, or directly to the county election office.
In the event that voters observe suspicious activity or have concerns, Schwab encourages them to first report the issue to the supervising judge at their polling place. Concerns can also be escalated to the Secretary of State’s office by filling out a report available on the state’s website.
Election night results will be available shortly after polls close at 7 p.m., and updates will be posted on sos.ks.gov.
Schwab emphasizes the importance of preparation for a seamless voting experience, urging those planning to vote on Election Day to review their sample ballots and confirm their polling locations through VoterView. “Having a voting plan is beneficial and can help ensure a smooth voting experience on Election Day,” Schwab said.
For additional information, visit VoteKansas.gov.