Updated on Sept. 23, 2020; Sept. 18, 2023: The requirements and procedures for conducting absentee ballot meetings, as set forth in state law.
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Answers to frequently asked questions for multipartisan assistance teams and additional guidance from NCDHHS.
Updated on Sept. 29, 2023: Guidance and recommendations for the safe, secure, and controlled in-person return of absentee ballots.
The deadline for civilian absentee ballots returned by mail for the remaining 2020 elections has been extended; clarification of the definition of “postmark.”
Rescinded on Jan. 22, 2024: Several organizations are offering grant opportunities or in-kind donations separate from CARES Act and HAVA funds to assist state and local jurisdictions.
Review the legal requirements and setup instructions for curbside voting.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2020; Oct. 17, 2020; rescinded on June 11, 2021: The procedure county boards must use to address deficiencies in absentee ballots.
Updated on Oct. 9, 2020; rescinded on Sept. 20, 2021: County boards of elections must adhere to the guidance outlined in this numbered memo.
Conduct of elections and daily operations for the State Board of Elections and county boards of elections offices.
Rescinded on Aug. 26, 2022: Updated instructions to ensure a sufficient number of ballots are prepared for the 2020 general election.