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On this page you will find local and national voting resources, including where to register to vote, where to find candidate information, and where to go for election results.
Resources for Voters
If you are looking for information on registering to vote, the candidates running for election, and issues or ballot measures upcoming in the election cycle please take a look at the following resources:
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Florida Online Voter Registration SystemOnline application to register, or pre-register, to vote. Also includes information on voter eligibility and FAQS.
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Vote.govThe US government's website for all things voting. Register to vote, learn more about voting, and explore information on voting integrity.
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Vote 411Launched by the League of Women Voters Education Fund (LWVEF) in October of 2006, VOTE411.org is a "one-stop-shop" for election related information. It provides nonpartisan information to the public with both general and state-specific information.
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BallotpediaBallotpedia delivers unbiased information to educate and inspire American voters. Find sample ballots, candidate information, and information about public policy.
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League of Women VotersThe League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan, grassroots organization working to protect and expand voting rights and ensure everyone is represented in our democracy. We empower voters and defend democracy through advocacy, education, and litigation, at the local, state, and national levels.
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Vote SmartVote Smart's mission is to provide free, factual, unbiased information on candidates and elected officials to ALL Americans.
Supervisor of Elections Offices
The Supervisor of Elections Office is responsible for managing the local election process. Not only do they maintain the records of local voters, but they are also responsible for ensuring that the voting process goes smoothly and complies with all applicable laws and regulations.
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Manatee County Supervisor of ElectionsOn this website, you will find information for voters, candidates and poll workers as well as links to helpful state and federal websites. The answers to most frequently asked questions can be found here, but if you need assistance or have suggestions to improve the website, please call or email us at info@VoteManatee.gov.
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Sarasota County Supervisor of ElectionsResources for voters in Sarasota County, including voter registration, find my precinct, and sample ballots.
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Hillsborough County Supervisor of ElectionsResources for voters in Hillsborough County, including voter registration, find my precinct, and sample ballots.
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Pinellas County Supervisor of ElectionsResources for voters in Pinellas County, including voter registration, find my precinct, and sample ballots.
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Charlotte County Supervisor of ElectionsResources for voters in Charlotte County, including voter registration, find my precinct, and sample ballots.
County Commissioners
County Commissions in the state of Florida are elected positions that provide services to the county. Their duties may include approving the county budget, serving on state boards, and adopting policies and procedures. For more information on the powers and duties of county government you can read Chapter 125, Section 1 of the Florida Statutes.
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Manatee County Board of County CommissionersThe Board of County Commissioners, together with Manatee County's five constitutional officers, comprise Manatee County Government. The Board of County Commission establishes policy for County departments and appoints the County Administrator who carries out the day-to-day business of the County.
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Sarasota County Commission (BCC)The Board of County Commissioners consists of five members who serve staggered four-year terms, and no commissioner may serve more than two consecutive terms. Commissioners are elected by qualified voters in the district in which they reside. Elections are held every two years, with either the District 1, 3, and 5 seats or District 2 and 4 seats up for election. Each December, the Board elects one of its members to serve as Chairman and another as Vice Chairman for the following year.
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Hillsborough County Board of County CommissionersThere are seven members of the Board of County Commissioners for Hillsborough County. Four are elected from single-member districts, and three are elected county wide. The Board approves the County's operating and capital budgets and the County's capital improvement program. It may take action on any programs for the improvement of the county and the welfare of its residents.
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Pinellas County Board of County CommissionersThe Board of County Commissioners (BCC) is the elected body that oversees your Pinellas County Government. The State constitution gives the BCC the power to adopt ordinances (local laws), approve the County budget, set property tax millages and establish the requirements for the departments under its control. The Board governs all unincorporated areas of the county directly.
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Charlotte County CommisionInformation on the 5 county commissioners for Charlotte County.
Election Results Links
Election results can be found online through local and national news sources, and are also compiled online at the following links.
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University of Florida Election LabThe Election Lab at the University of Florida is a collaboration of faculty and students who study voting and elections through analyses of survey and election data. Our mission is to provide timely and accurate statistics, software, reports, and other useful information, primarily regarding voting and elections in the United States. Our goals are to better inform people about how elections work, how voting may be improved, and how the public can become more engaged and more confident in the electoral process.
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USA.gov - Results from Past ElectionsGet election results from past House, Senate, and presidential elections. Learn about past Electoral College results. Find out where to get state and local election results.
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Florida Division of ElectionsThe Division of Elections facilitates coordination and interpretation of election laws and establishes uniform standards to ensure fair and accurate elections in Florida.
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