With Election Day approaching, Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum has urged Oregon registered voters who have not received their ballots to contact their county elections office. All ballots have been mailed, and voters should now have them.
“If you are registered to vote, but did not receive your ballot, it’s not too late to get one and vote! Voting is both a sacred duty and an indispensable right of citizenship, and I want to make sure every registered voter’s voice is heard,” said AG Rosenblum.
In Oregon, ballots can be returned by mail if postmarked on or before Election Day and received within seven days after the election. For those mailing ballots on Election Day, it is recommended to take them directly to the nearest U.S. Post Office for a timely postmark.
Ballots can also be submitted at a county clerk’s office or any secure official drop boxes throughout the state. They will be routed to the voter's registered county.
The Voter Protection Hotline was launched earlier this month by the Oregon Department of Justice. It assists with non-emergency questions and concerns about voting. Messages left at 971-673-4111 are reviewed regularly, with responses within 24 hours on weekdays and on Monday following weekends.
AG Rosenblum encourages voters to call the hotline if they suspect or experience voter intimidation at any location.
Additionally, guidance has been provided to Oregon law enforcement agencies ahead of the election.
“Interfering with a voter’s right to cast their vote – in any way – is a crime and violators will be held accountable. Our partners in law enforcement are integral to ensuring we have a safe and fair election,” added Rosenblum.