Union County Clerk Joanne Rajoppi is reminding voters of the recent change in New Jersey’s vote-by-mail law that may affect how some residents receive their ballots.
Under the new law, voters who have not voted-by-mail in any election over the past four years will no longer automatically receive a mail-in ballot. To continue voting by mail, those voters must now request one by submitting an application.
“My office recently mailed letters to residents affected by this change,” said Clerk Rajoppi. “If you’d like to receive a mail-in ballot for the upcoming election, it’s easy to apply. Applications are available online at UnionCountyVotes.com or through the Union County Votes app.”
Clerk Rajoppi emphasized that voter registration status has not changed as a result of the law. Anyone who has voted by mail in any election since 2020 will continue to receive their ballot automatically.
“This change may impact a number of voters who have previously received a ballot automatically,” Rajoppi added. “Our goal is to ensure every eligible voter understands their options and has the opportunity to participate in the upcoming elections.”
Union County voters continue to have several options for casting their ballots:
- Vote in person on Election Day
- Vote in person during the early voting period
- Vote by mail
For more information, voters can visit UnionCountyVotes.com, download the free Union County Votes app, or call the Elections Office at 908-527-4996.