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NFL launches voting initiative 'NFL Votes'

NFL launches voting initiative 'NFL Votes'

NFL Votes is a league-wide initiative that is intended to include, support, and encourage the voting and civic engagement efforts of NFL fans, players, club and league personnel, and NFL Legends from now to Election Day. This initiative provides a platform for the NFL family and focuses on three key components of the electoral process: voter education, voter registration, and voter activation.

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Show Up Big & Register | NFL Votes

NFL fans go to the greatest lengths to show up big for their teams. Now it's time for all of us to show up big for our country. Make sure you know your state's voter registration deadline and requirements. Registration only takes two minutes!

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The Buffalo Bills are stepping up to make a difference in every election by educating and empowering their fans, staff, and players. To encourage civic engagement and ensuring that every voice is heard in the upcoming election, the Buffalo Bills are promoting "Buffalo Votes", a voting initiative launched by the NFL. The Bills hosted a "Voting 101" event, aimed to inform the staff and players about the voting process and the importance of participating in every election. As part of their voting initiative, the Bills utilized the Pepsi Club as a training site for potential poll workers. Here, individuals interested in working the polls on Election Day received essential training, learning the ins and outs of how to ensure a smooth and fair voting process.

The Bills are also partnering with the Board of Elections to make it easier for fans to get involved. During the September 8 home game against the Cardinals and the September 23 game against the Jaguars, the Bills and Board of Elections will have booths set up on the Billevard. Fans attending these home games can stop by to register to vote or sign up to be a poll worker for the upcoming election. The Bills will also be giving away special voting-themed items to a select number of fans at these games.

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Rise To Vote is the official nonprofit partner of the Buffalo Bills. RISE engages athletes, coaches, and staff at all levels, educating them on how to vote and why it matters. RISE equip them with the tools and knowledge to get involved, make a difference, and inspire their fans to be civically active. RISE offers voter registration, civic education, and community engagement opportunities.

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Introduction to Midterm Elections

Introduction to Midterm Elections

Flexible Voting Options

Flexible Voting Options

Importance of voting in state and local elections

Municipal elections play an outsized role in shaping our communities, yet voter turnout is much lower in state & local elections. There's no offseason for democracy. Watch this video from Rock the Vote to learn more about the crucial role that local elections play in your day-to-day life.

Redistricting and its impact on representation

Every ten years, the U.S. Census Bureau conducts a population count of the United States that is used to redraw district lines for the House of Representatives and state legislatures. Watch this video from Rock the Vote to learn more about reapportionment, redistricting, gerrymandering, and how all of these processes come together to determine political representation in our communities.

Voting 101

This educational video will give you a broad, introductory overview of the electoral process. Topics include how to register to vote, the different ways to cast a ballot in elections, and how to research a state's voting requirements and other ways to prepare to vote.

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Photos | Erie County Board of Elections Inspector Training at Highmark Stadium 

As part of the NFL Votes initiative, the Buffalo Bills were proud to host the Erie County Board of Elections to hold inspector trainings at Highmark Stadium this week! We urge everyone who is eligible to vote to cast a ballot in our elections and have a say in our country's direction and future. Check your voter registration status and learn more here: https://www.buffalobills.com/community/voter-registration

NYS Voting FAQs

How do I register to vote?

Qualifications:

  • Be a United States citizen;
  • Be 18 years old (you may pre-register at 16 or 17 but cannot vote until you are 18);
  • Resident of this state and the county, city or village for at least 30 days before the election;
  • Not be in prison or on parole for a felony conviction (unless parolee pardoned or restored rights of citizenship);
  • Not be adjudged mentally incompetent by a court;
  • Not claim the right to vote elsewhere.

View the link below for information on qualifications, how and where to register, how to make changes to your registration and options for victims of domestic violence.

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When is Election Day?

Election Day is Tuesday, November 5, 2024.

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When is Early Voting?

Early Voting is from October 26, 2024 through November 3, 2024.

Election Day is on November 5, 2024.

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How do I vote early?

Any registered voter may apply for an early mail ballot. Each person must apply for themselves. Applications requesting to receive an early mail ballot must be received by the board of elections in your county no later than October 26 (ten days before the election). For early mail ballots to be received in-person, applications must be received by your board no later than November 4 (the day before the election).

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When is the deadline to register to vote?

New Yorkers must register to vote by certain deadlines to be eligible to vote in Primary and General Elections. There are also deadlines for making changes to your registration, such as changes to address or enrollment.

Online registration deadline: Saturday, October 26, 2024.

Mail Registration: Applications must be received by a board of elections no later than October 26, 2024 to be eligible to vote in the General Election.

In Person Registration: You may register at your local board of elections or any state agency participating in the National Voter Registration Act, on any business day throughout the year but, to be eligible to vote in the General Election, your application must be received no later than October 26, 2024.

Changes of address: Must be received by October 21, 2024.

Voting Deadlines

How do I vote by mail/absentee?

Put ballot in the mail ensuring it receives a postmark no later than November 5. Must be received by the County Board of Elections no later than November 12.

Bring ballot to your County Board of Elections Office no later than November 5 by 9 PM.

Bring ballot to an early voting poll site in your county between October 26 and November 3.

Bring ballot to a poll site in your county on November 5 by 9 PM.

Absentee Information

How can I vote in the Military?

Persons serving in the military, along with their spouses and/or dependents, may register as a military voter in New York, entitling them to receive an absentee ballot for all federal, state and local races that they would be otherwise entitled to vote in if they were to go to their assigned polling place based on their New York residence.

View the link below for qualifications, how to register/apply, how to return your ballot, how to track your ballot and deadlines.

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What if I need assistance voting?

The New York State Board of Elections is committed to providing exemplary assistance to all voters, including those with access needs. Any voter who requests assistance is entitled to receive it, regardless of the reason.

View the link below for details for any voter who has access needs.

Accessibility Information

How can I become a Poll Worker?

You are eligible to serve as a poll worker if you are a New York State registered voter. If you are 17 years old, you may be eligible if your school district participates in a program under Education Law Section 3207-a. Interpreters do not need to be registered voters. You will be assigned within the county where you live. If you live in New York City, you will be assigned within the five boroughs.

Vet the Vote works to recruit veterans and military family members to become poll workers, filling needed roles and civic duties on election day.

View the links below for details on how to get involved and become a Poll Worker.

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NFL Votes 5-Step Plan

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