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It all led up to this, Iowa.

In just two days, voters will head to the polls to make their voices heard on Election Day. Thousands more have already voted early or by postal vote.

Polling stations open at 7 a.m. on Tuesday. Until then, Iowans have one more time to vote on candidates for president, Congress, legislative and county seats.

Do I still have time to vote early?

Yes. Voters can still vote early on Monday. Check with your auditor's office for times.

The Polk County Elections Office, 120 Second Ave. in Des Moines, is open for early voting Monday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. In Dallas County, the auditor's office is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 210 N. 10th St. in Adel.

I voted early. How can I be sure my vote was counted?

Absentee and early voters can track their ballots on the Secretary of State's website. If you have not yet mailed your mail-in ballot, you should drop it off at your auditor's office by 8 p.m. Tuesday. In a recent change, ballots must be received by Election Day and must not be postmarked.

When are the polls open on Election Day in Iowa?

Polls will be open November 5th from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. If you are standing in line when the polls close, you can still vote.

Where do I vote in Iowa for the 2024 election?

To find your polling place, visit the Iowa Secretary of State's website at sos.iowa.gov/elections. There you will find your district number and your voting location.

What should I bring to the vote?

Registered voters must present their ID when they go to the polls. You can present an Iowa driver's license, ID card, U.S. passport, military ID, veterans ID, tribal ID, or voter ID.

I am not registered. Can I still vote?

Yes. You can register at your polling station on election day. Find out if you are registered to vote on the Iowa Secretary of State website.

If you are not registered, bring ID and proof of residency, e.g. For example, a rental agreement, utility bill, paycheck, or property tax bill.

How do I know who is on my ballot?

Once you find your county and voting location, your county auditor should have sample ballots available on their website.

Comprehensive coverage of the federal, state and local elections can also be found at www.desmoinesregister.com/news/elections/voter-guide/.

Where can I see the results of the 2024 election in Iowa?

The Des Moines Register will have dozens of journalists and photographers covering the election and providing real-time results Tuesday evening. Check desmoinesregister.com for regular updates and download the app to stay informed of important developments.

I had a problem with the vote. Where should I go?

Des Moines Register investigative reporters Tyler Jett and Lee Rood keep an eye out for voting issues on November 5th. Contact Jett from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. at [email protected], (515) 284-8215 or at X: @LetsJett. He also accepts encrypted messages at [email protected].

Or contact Rood at [email protected], at (515) 284-8549, at X: @leerood or on Facebook at Facebook.com/readerswatchdog.

Be sure to include your name and contact information so they can get in touch with you.

The Iowa Secretary of State also offers a hotline for election security tips on its website or by calling 1-888-SOS-VOTE.

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