A vote center is one of multiple voting locations in an election jurisdiction where voters may choose to vote at any of the locations offered (i.e. they are not assigned to one location). Vote centers are typically opened for multiple days and offer a variety of election services.
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A vote center is one of multiple voting locations in an election jurisdiction where voters may choose to vote at any of the locations offered (i.e. they are not assigned to one location). Vote centers are typically opened for multiple days and offer a variety of election services.
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Vote Center. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 15, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/vote-center
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