MEA’s 2024 Election Endorsements
Public education shouldn’t be at the mercy of politics. But the reality is, elected officials are constantly weighing policies that affect our students, schools, and professions every day. That’s why electing pro-education candidates is important. MEA members have thoroughly vetted candidates in Maine’s state and congressional races, asking key questions on education issues. Based on their responses, MEA members have endorsed those who will best support Maine students and the profession. Click here to find the candidates endorsed by your colleagues.
2024 Election: Things to Know!
Dates to Know:
October 7: In-person absentee voting begins in towns and cities around the state by Monday, Oct. 7.
October 15: Maine has same day voter registration, meaning that Mainers may register to vote and cast their ballot on the same day, Election Day. Online voter registration at maine.gov/vote is available through Tuesday, Oct. 15.
October 31: No-excuse, absentee voting runs through Thursday, Oct. 31. Maine’s no-excuse absentee voting law means that any Maine voter may choose to vote absentee, whether in person at their town or city hall, or at home. Check with your municipal clerk for voting times and drop box locations.
November 5: Tuesday, Nov. 5, is Election Day. Absentee ballots must be received by mail or at a designated municipal drop-off location by 8 PM on Nov. 5.
For more information, to register to vote, request your absentee ballot, or check the status of your absentee ballot visit the Maine Secretary of State’s website.
