YOUR RIGHT, YOUR VOTE.
Every voice counts, every election matters.
Register to vote.
This page will assist you in finding resources for registering to vote in UWECI’s five county area: Benton, Cedar, Iowa, Jones and Linn counties. Whether it’s a school, city, state or national election, using your vote as your voice is important in creating change in your community.
In Iowa, there are three ways to cast your ballot: vote early, vote by mail or vote on election day. No matter how you chose to vote, every vote counts. Check your voter registration status and learn more about how you can register to vote in your county.
Start here with some basic resources for voting, and then venture on down to view county-specific information!
Unregistered & Registered Voters
Voting as a convicted felon
Make a plan to vote!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I still vote after a criminal conviction?
Typically, those with a criminal conviction on their record have a harder time participating in many events in society. If you are interested in learning more about your rights, visit this link at ACLU, watch this YouTube video, or visit the Restore Your Vote website here.
Can I register online?
Yes! You can visit the Department of Transportations website here to begin the process.
How do I register online?
Follow along with this video for easy step-by-step instructions.
What are some requirements?
There are a few requirements to being allowed to vote in the state of Iowa such as:
- Being a U.S. citizen
- Being an Iowa resident
- Must be at least 18 years of age
to view a more in-depth description of the requirements to vote in Iowa, visit the Iowa Secretary of State website.
What are my rights?
Voting is key to our democracy and is an important right of citizens. Exercise your right to vote! We recommend you visit the ACLU of Iowa website to learn more about your specific rights when it comes to voting.
Any extra resources I might need?
Yes, we have a plethora of websites for you to peruse. Being aware of not only your rights, but also the requirements around voting are an important way for you to stay in the know and exercise your constitutional right to vote.
Select your county below:
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Benton County
Benton County Voter Registration Information
You can find links to upcoming elections, information on registering to vote and how you can vote in Benton County as well as links to frequently asked questions.
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Cedar County
Cedar County Voter Registration Information
You can find links to upcoming elections, information on registering to vote and how you can vote in Cedar County as well as links to frequently asked questions.
Cedar County Links
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Iowa County
Iowa County Voter Registration Information
You can find links to upcoming elections, information on registering to vote and how you can vote in Iowa County.
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Jones County
Jones County Voter Registration Information
You can find links to upcoming elections, information on registering to vote and how you can vote in Jones County as well as links to frequently asked questions.
Jones County Links
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Linn County
Linn County Voter Registration Information
You can find links to upcoming elections, information on registering to vote and how you can vote in Linn County as well as links to frequently asked questions.