Broward County to distribute mail-in ballots for August primary

On Tuesday, July 16, 2024, more than 200,000 mail-in ballots for the upcoming primary election on August 20, 2024 will be mailed to voters in Broward County. This is a major logistical undertaking that is being facilitated by the Office of the Supervisor of Elections.

Broward County Supervisor of Elections Joe Scott highlighted the scale of the operation, saying, “More than 200,000 domestic mail-in ballots will be mailed out from our new state-of-the-art building on the 16th. This number of mail-in ballot applications is approximately one-third of the number of applications for the 2020 general election. The decrease in ballot applications is due in part to recent changes in Florida law. We hope that more voters will take advantage of the mail-in voting option by visiting our website and re-applying.”

Voters are reminded to sign their vote-by-mail ballot envelope before mailing it back to the Supervisor of Elections Office. Additionally, those interested in voting by mail must request a ballot by August 8, 2024.

Important information for voters

1. Refund postage: Mail-in ballots include prepaid postage for the return envelope. Voters must allow plenty of time for USPS to deliver their ballots, as they must be received (not just postmarked) by 7 p.m. on Election Day (August 20).
2. Ballot drop-off location: More than two dozen locations will be available to drop off ballots during early voting days and times. After early voting closes, voters can drop off their ballots at any Supervisor of Elections office until 7:00 p.m. on August 20. For a list of locations, visit www.browardvotes.gov.

Important dates for the 2024 primary election

• New voter registration deadline: Monday, July 22, 2024
• Deadline for party change: Monday, July 22, 2024
• Early voting: August 10 to August 18, 2024, 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
• Election Day: Tuesday, August 20, 2024, voting hours are from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

For more details on voter registration, applying for a mail-in ballot, updating your voter ID or any other questions, visit www.browardvotes.gov.

This election season, stay informed and follow important deadlines to ensure your vote counts.