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Maryland Voting Deadlines, Canvassing and Additional Information for the 2024 Election
As the 2024 general election approaches, Maryland voters are encouraged to prepare by being aware of key deadlines and processes to ensure their voices are heard at the polls.
The Maryland State Board of Elections (SBE) today is reminding Marylanders that the advance deadline to register to vote in this year’s Presidential General Election is Tuesday, October 15.
To register to vote or check that your registration is up to date, use SBE’s online registration system.
Those who prefer not to register online may print the registration form (English version and Spanish version) and submit it at their local board of elections. If a voter is sending in their voter registration by mail, it must be postmarked by October 15.
Key Election Dates:
- General Election Date: November 5, 2024
Voter Registration Deadlines:
- In-Person Deadline: October 15, 2024 – The last day to register to vote in person at your local board of elections.
- Online Registration Deadline: October 15, 2024 – You can register or update your voter information until this date through Maryland’s online voter registration system.
- Mail-In Registration Deadline: Your completed voter registration form must be postmarked by October 15, 2024, to be eligible for the general election.
Vote by Mail (Mail-In Ballots):
- Apply for a Mail-In Ballot: To vote by mail, you must apply for a mail-in ballot. The deadline to request a mail-in ballot online or by mail is October 29, 2024.
- Ballot Return: Your completed mail-in ballot must be postmarked by November 5, 2024, and received by your local board of elections by 10 a.m. on November 15, 2024. Ballots may also be submitted in person at ballot drop boxes by 8 p.m. on Election Day.
Early Voting:
- Early Voting Period: October 24 – October 31, 2024 – Maryland offers early voting for those who want to cast their ballots ahead of Election Day. Early voting centers will be open daily from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Voting In-Person on Election Day:
- Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on November 5, 2024. If you are in line by 8 p.m., you will still be allowed to vote.
Where to Vote:
- Polling Locations: You can find your assigned polling place by visiting the Maryland State Board of Elections website. There are also ballot drop-off locations available for those returning mail-in ballots.
Voter ID:
Maryland does not require voters to present identification to vote in most cases. However, if this is your first time voting in a federal election in Maryland and you registered by mail, you may need to provide ID at the polls.
2024 Election Information:
Maryland voters will have the opportunity to vote in a range of elections, including for U.S. President, Congressional seats, state legislature races, and various local offices. In addition, several local ballot initiatives may also be up for consideration, depending on your area.
It’s crucial to verify your voter registration status and make any necessary updates before the registration deadline. Maryland residents can check their registration status online at the Maryland State Board of Elections website or by contacting their local board of elections.
For more detailed information, including sample ballots, polling locations, and mail-in voting instructions, visit the Maryland State Board of Elections website at https://elections.maryland.gov.
By staying informed and adhering to the deadlines, Maryland voters can help ensure a smooth and successful voting experience in the 2024 election.
Canvassing: What Maryland Voters Should Know
Canvassing refers to the process of reviewing and counting mail-in and provisional ballots to ensure they meet state election requirements. According to the Maryland State Board of Elections, the canvassing of mail-in ballots begins before Election Day and continues afterward.
Key Dates for Canvassing:
- Pre-Election Canvassing: The initial canvassing of mail-in ballots begins on October 18, 2024, six days before early voting starts. Election officials will open, review, and begin counting mail-in ballots, but the results will not be made public until after the polls close on Election Day.
- Post-Election Canvassing: Canvassing of mail-in ballots received after Election Day begins on November 7, 2024, and continues until all ballots are processed. This includes any ballots postmarked by November 5 but received before the 10 a.m. deadline on November 15, 2024.
- Provisional Ballot Canvassing: Canvassing of provisional ballots will begin on November 13, 2024. These ballots are used by voters whose eligibility is in question on Election Day and require further verification before they are counted.
Important Canvassing Procedures:
- Public Observation: Canvassing sessions are open to the public. Any individual interested in observing the canvassing process can do so by attending the local board of elections’ canvassing sessions. Each local board will publish details on how and when canvassing occurs.
- Transparency: All canvassing activities are conducted with bipartisan oversight to ensure that the process is fair and transparent.
Ensuring Your Vote Counts:
It’s important for Maryland voters to check their registration status and verify their eligibility before the registration deadline. You can do this by visiting the Maryland State Board of Elections website or contacting your local election office.
By adhering to the deadlines and staying informed about the canvassing process, voters can ensure that their participation in the 2024 election is counted and fully transparent.
Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots: What to know in case you win
Here’s what to know in case you win the Powerball or Mega Millions jackpot.
Just the FAQs, USA TODAY
The Maryland Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at June 26, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Mega Millions numbers from June 26 drawing
05-13-30-33-52, Mega Ball: 06
Check Mega Millions payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 3 numbers from June 26 drawing
Midday: 0-2-5
Evening: 0-3-3
Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 4 numbers from June 26 drawing
Midday: 0-3-1-7
Evening: 5-3-2-1
Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 5 numbers from June 26 drawing
Midday: 8-8-3-5-1
Evening: 4-2-0-2-0
Check Pick 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash Pop numbers from June 26 drawing
9 a.m.: 10
1 p.m.: 06
6 p.m.: 13
11 p.m.: 08
Check Cash Pop payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Bonus Match 5 numbers from June 26 drawing
08-18-27-30-38, Bonus: 25
Check Bonus Match 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Keno
Drawings are held every four minutes. Check winning numbers here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
Maryland Lottery retailers will redeem prizes up to $600. For prizes above $600, winners can claim by mail or in person from the Maryland Lottery office, an Expanded Cashing Authority Program location or cashiers’ windows at Maryland casinos. Prizes over $5,000 must be claimed in person.
Claiming by Mail
Sign your winning ticket and complete a claim form. Include a photocopy of a valid government-issued ID and a copy of a document that shows proof of your Social Security number or Federal Tax ID number. Mail these to:
Maryland Lottery Customer Resource Center
1800 Washington Boulevard
Suite 330
Baltimore, MD 21230
For prizes over $600, bring your signed ticket, a government-issued photo ID, and proof of your Social Security or Federal Tax ID number to Maryland Lottery headquarters, 1800 Washington Boulevard, Baltimore, MD. Claims are by appointment only, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This location handles all prize amounts, including prizes over $5,000.
Winning Tickets Worth $25,000 or Less
Maryland Lottery headquarters and select Maryland casinos can redeem winning tickets valued up to $25,000. Note that casinos cannot cash prizes over $600 for non-resident and resident aliens (tax ID beginning with “9”). You must be at least 21 years of age to enter a Maryland casino. Locations include:
- Horseshoe Casino: 1525 Russell Street, Baltimore, MD
- MGM National Harbor: 101 MGM National Avenue, Oxon Hill, MD
- Live! Casino: 7002 Arundel Mills Circle, Hanover, MD
- Ocean Downs Casino: 10218 Racetrack Road, Berlin, MD
- Hollywood Casino: 1201 Chesapeake Overlook Parkway, Perryville, MD
- Rocky Gap Casino: 16701 Lakeview Road NE, Flintstone, MD
Check previous winning numbers and payouts at Maryland Lottery.
When are the Maryland Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 11 p.m. ET Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 11 p.m. ET Tuesday and Friday.
- Pick 3, Pick 4 and Pick 5 Midday: 12:27 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, 12:28 p.m. ET Saturday and Sunday.
- Pick 3, 4 and 5 Evening: 7:56 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday, 8:10 p.m. ET on Sunday.
- Cash4Life: 9 p.m. ET daily.
- Cash Pop: 9 a.m., 1 p.m., 6 p.m. and 11 p.m. daily.
- Bonus Match 5: 7:56 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday, 8:10 p.m. ET on Sunday.
- MultiMatch: 7:56 p.m. Monday and Thursday.
- Powerball Double Play: 11 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Maryland editor. You can send feedback using this form.
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MARYLAND (WBFF) — Maryland Gov. Wes Moore said he plans to call a special session in Annapolis to redraw the state’s congressional district maps, reviving a contentious redistricting fight that stalled earlier this year.
“The status in Maryland is we are going to have a special session,” Moore said in an interview on CNN. Asked, “You are going to do it?” Moore replied, “We are going to do it.”
Moore told CNN the goal is for lawmakers to return to Annapolis and produce a new map. “Our House and our Senate will get together. They will come up with a resolution and bring it to my desk,” Moore said. “But the core criteria I’ve laid out is…doing nothing is not an option.”
It would be Moore’s second attempt at redistricting. Earlier this year, an advisory commission appointed by the governor proposed a map that would stretch the mostly Republican 1st Congressional District into largely Democratic Howard and Anne Arundel counties. The change would put Maryland’s only Republican member of Congress into a district with more Democratic voters.
The proposal drew sharp criticism during a hearing. “Governor Moore and Democrats in Annapolis, you are stealing our voice and our vote,” one speaker said. Moore responded, “It’s an important question of what’s the value of one vote and I think the answer to that is ‘what’s the value of democracy.’” Del. Kathy Szeliga said, “How can you ask us to trust democracy when you are taking it so lightly.”
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The measure passed in the House but never came to a vote in the Senate. In Annapolis today, Senate Democrats gathered to discuss what to do next.
“I think they’re meeting to figure out what can we do to make sure the judges don’t get involved and overturn what they’re trying to do,” said political analyst John Dedie.
A UMBC poll last year found only a fourth of Maryland voters considered redistricting a priority, with crime, education and health care viewed as more important.
Szeliga criticized Moore’s push, saying, “It’s unfortunate Wes Moore is doing the bidding of Democrats in Washington and not paying attention to the residents in the great state of Maryland.” Dedie said, “In many ways what he’s pursuing is future aspirations.”
Maryland’s last attempt to redraw congressional lines four years ago ended up in court, where a judge threw out the proposed maps, finding they were the product of “extreme partisan gerrymandering.” Szeliga, who successfully fought that court battle, said she is prepared to challenge another effort. “If they try to illegally change the constitution to make it unconstitutional we will challenge that,” she said.
Dediesaid a special session now appears likely. “The train has left the station. It’s just a matter of when it will arrive in Annapolis for special session,” he said.
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