Shapiro administration urges voters to Know Their Rights at the Polls

Polling locations will be open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Election Day, Nov. 7

HARRISBURG, PA, November 3, 2023 – Secretary of the Commonwealth Al Schmidt encouraged Pennsylvania voters to educate themselves about their rights before they vote in person on November 7. Ensuring that our elections are conducted freely, fairly, and securely – and that every eligible voter can make their voice heard – are top priorities of the Shapiro Administration.

“Pennsylvania voters can find a wealth of information about their rights at vote.pa.gov,” Schmidt said. “Every voter should be well informed about how to exercise their right to vote.”

Here are some important tips regarding voter rights in Pennsylvania:

First-time voters, or those voting for the first time in a new precinct, must show ID. Acceptable ID includes both photo and non-photo ID. First-time voters who do not bring ID to the polls can return with identification or must be offered a provisional ballot.

Voters who applied for and received a mail ballot and then decide they want to vote at the polls must bring their mail ballot, including the outer return envelope, with them to be voided.