Voter Information and Resources

The South Bronx has one of the lowest voter participation rates in the the city. Thanks to support from the CUNY Institute for State and Local Governance and the NYC Campaign Finance Board, in 2025 SBU launched a two year initiative to support increased civic engagement and voter engagement in the South Bronx.

Who has the right to vote?

You have the right to vote if you are a registered voter, a U.S Citizen, and at least 18 years old. At your poll site you have the right to:

  • Ask a pollworker for help

  • Ask for a new ballot if you made a mistake 

  • Request an Affidavit Ballot if your name is missing from the list of voters at your pollsite 

  • Vote in your language

How to Get Involved

Even if you are not eligible to vote, there are still ways you can get involved and make your voice heard.

Volunteer with NYC Votes
Pre-register to vote (16 or 17 years old)
Share Election toolkits on social media 
Contact your Elected Officials 
Learn about local issues in your community

Voting Resource Links

NYC Votes 

Civic Engagement Commission 

Board of Elections

Register to Vote

Check Your Voter Registration Status 

Find your Pollsite

Request for an Absentee Ballot

General Election 2026 
Early Voting October 24, 2026 - November 1, 2026
Election Day: November 3, 2026

Voter Registration Deadline 
October 24, 2026 is the last day to register to vote in your county.

Early Mail and Absentee Ballot Request Deadline 
October 24, 2026 is the last day to request early mail 
November 2, 2026 is the last day to request an absentee ballot in-person.

Early Mail and Absentee Ballot Return Deadline 
November 3rd, 2026 is the deadline to postmark or return your ballot.