From the viewpoint of federal elections (presidency and US Congress), 2023 is an off year, with only special federal elections taking place. But overseas voters who intend to return to the USA at some point can take part in the many state and local elections scheduled for this year. (Do remember that checking the “intend to return” box when registering makes an overseas voter liable for state and local taxes – if any.) If you intend to return, register and request a ballot as soon as possible in order to meet state requirements for voting in 2023.
If you check the box that says “return is uncertain,” register anyway, in case of a special election, and to ensure you stay registered with local officials.
All overseas voters should also get ready for 2024, when the next big cycle of federal elections will take place. As FAWCO’s US Voting Committee has already noted, every election in the foreseeable future will be the most important of our lives. Read the article to see why.
Register to vote through the US Vote Foundation or the Federal Voting Assistance Program (FVAP). To find out what elections are scheduled for 2023, see Wikipedia or go to the US Vote Foundation, scroll down the homepage to “When’s My Next Election,” select your state and start clicking.
Elections in 2023
Special federal election
- Rhode Island Congressional District 1 (US House of Representatives)
State and local elections
- Governor, Attorney General, Secretary of State, etc.: Kentucky, Louisiana and Mississippi
- State Supreme Court judges: Wisconsin (already decided) and Pennsylvania
- State legislature: Louisiana, Mississippi, New Jersey and Virginia
- Many local and municipal elections