Early voting begins; voters reminded of photo requirements

Early voting began on Wednesday, February 15, giving registered voters the opportunity to cast ballots for the March 6 Presidential Preference Primary. This is the first statewide election in which voters are required to show photo identification prior to casting their ballots.

Scott County Administrator of Elections Gabe Lowe Krahn is encouraging voters to take advantage of early voting if they wish.

“Early voting offers a convenient way for voters to cast their ballots without worrying about making it to the polls on Election Day,” said Krahn. “The added flexibility allows individuals to work voting into their already busy schedules.”

Early voting will be conducted at Scott County Office Building in Huntsville & Oneida Municipal Building. You may contact the Scott County Election Commission office for more information regarding early voting hours, locations and sample ballots. Early voting ends Tuesday, February 28.

Voters are reminded that they will need to present a state or federal issued photo ID in order to vote in person, whether during early voting or on Election Day.

“I thank the county election officials and others who have worked diligently to ensure that voters are aware of the new requirement,” said Secretary of State Tre Hargett. “I am confident that their hard work will make this historic election a success.”