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Mailing a Ballot Near Election Day? Late Postmarks Could Lead to Rejection

Officials recommend getting ballots postmarked at a post office when mailing them close to Election Day to avoid processing-related delays.

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Mailing a Ballot Near Election Day? Late Postmarks Could Lead to Rejection

Voters returning ballots through the U.S. Postal Service close to Election Day could risk rejection if their ballots receive a late postmark.

Officials recommend having ballots postmarked at a post office when mailing them near Election Day. That step can help voters avoid problems tied to changes in mail processing.

Originally reported by NPR. Read the full story at NPR

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