Approximately 6,000 absentee ballots for the 2024 General Election will be mailed to UOCAVA voters on September 21, 2024, according to the Broward County Supervisor of Elections.
These ballots are designated for U.S. citizens residing abroad, as well as active members of the U.S. military and Merchant Marine, their families, and personnel from the Public Health Service and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
UOCAVA voters can register and request a Vote-By-Mail ballot using the Federal Post Card Application (FPCA). This law, passed in 1986, ensures that Americans serving their country or living overseas can participate in federal elections no matter where they are. Ballots can be returned via fax or mail, with strict guidelines in place for deadlines:
- By Fax: Ballots must be received by the Supervisor of Elections by 7:00 p.m. on Election Day, November 5, 2024. Fax numbers are 954-357-7033 or 954-321-0310.
- By Mail: Mailed ballots can be accepted up to 10 days after Election Day, provided they are postmarked by November 5. They should be sent to P.O. Box 29026, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33302. Please note that ballots cannot be submitted via email.
Key upcoming election dates for all voters include:
- Voter Registration Deadline: October 7, 2024
- Early Voting: October 21 – November 3, 2024, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- Last Day to Request Vote-By-Mail Ballots: October 24, 2024
- Election Day: November 5, 2024, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
The Broward County Supervisor of Elections encourages all eligible UOCAVA voters to ensure timely submission of their ballots to have their votes counted.
