Early voting has become a critical component of electoral participation, especially since the 2020 election, allowing voters to avoid crowded polling places amid ongoing public health concerns.
Mail-in voting options vary significantly by state, with eight states and the District of Columbia providing mail-in ballots automatically to all registered voters, reflecting a shift in voting accessibility.
While many states now treat absentee and mail-in ballots similarly, in 14 states, voters still need to provide valid excuses to obtain an absentee ballot, indicating a lingering complexity in voting access.
In-person early voting methods differ by state, with some allowing voters to fill out and submit mail-in ballots at polling places, while others utilize standard Election Day procedures.
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