Election Day Vital Voters’ Guide 2024: What to know in NY, NJ

NEW YORK (PIX11) – Voters across New York and New Jersey will cast their ballot in federal, state, and local elections on Tuesday.

While the race between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump has dominated headlines for months, voters in both states will be asked to decide on much more than who should be the president of the United States.

Below, you’ll find voter resources for both states and information on key races to watch.

Voting 101: What you need to know on Election Day

Voting sites in New York open at 6 a.m. and close at 9 p.m. Tuesday. To find your voting location in New York City, click here. To find your voting site elsewhere in New York, click here.

In New Jersey, voting begins at 6 a.m. and ends at 8 p.m. To find your voting location, click here.

You must be registered to vote to cast your ballot. To check your voter registration in New York, click here. To check your voter registration in New Jersey, click here.

Early voting in NY, NJ

The early voting period in New York and New Jersey ended on Sunday. Voters can still cast their ballot at their polling site on Election Day or drop off an absentee ballot at an approved location.

Problems at your voting location?

If you have problems on Election Day, email wpixnewsdesk@pix11.com to reach the PIX11 News Team.

• To report voting issues or voter intimidation in New York, contact the New York Attorney General's Election Protection Hotline by calling 866-390-2992 or submitting a complaint online.
• To report voting issues or voter intimidation in New Jersey, call the New Jersey Attorney General's Office Voter Information and Assistance hotline toll-free at 1-877-NJ-VOTER (1-877-658-6837).
• To report discrimination or harassment while voting, file a report with the New Jersey Division on Civil Rights through the NJ BIAS online portal or call 1-833-NJDCR4U (1-833-653-2748).

Ballot questions in NY

Prop One, Equal Protection Amendment: Voters will decide whether to amend the New York State Constitution to include a clause that addresses discrimination based on ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, or gender. The amendment specifically addresses protecting reproductive health care and autonomy. For more information on Prop One, click here.

There are also local ballot measures, like a New York City Charter amendment to adjust how city property is cleaned and public safety legislation.

Who’s running in New York

New York voters have much to consider on Election Day. Aside from who should be president, voters will be asked to decide on a U.S. Senate seat, House representatives, and local races.

• U.S. Senate: Incumbent Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is defending her seat against political newcomer Mike Sapraicone. On Oct. 1, PIX11 hosted a forum for the two candidates to discuss issues like abortion, the economy, and immigration. Watch the forum here to learn about their priorities. 
• U.S. House of Representatives: For a full breakdown of the seven House races in New York that could impact the balance of power in Congress, click here. 
  • To look up your representative and district, click here.
  • On Oct. 9, PIX11 News hosted a live debate between the candidates for the 18th Congressional District, Democratic incumbent Pat Ryan and Republican challenger Alison Esposito. Watch the NY-18 debate here to learn about their priorities.
  • On Nov. 1, PIX11 News hosted a live debate between the candidates for the state’s 17th Congressional District, Mike Lawler and Mondaire Jones. Watch the NY-17 debate here to learn about their priorities.
• State Legislature: All New York State Assembly and Senate seats are up for reelection in 2024.
  • For the Assembly, the majority of races are contested.
  • In the state Senate, the majority of races are uncontested, meaning you’ll only see one name on your ballot.
  • To learn more about New York Assembly elections, click here. To learn more about New York Senate elections, click here.
• Judges: To find information on civil and supreme court judges up for election, click here. 
• District Attorney: Residents in Albany and Westchester counties will vote on a new district attorney. 

Who’s running in New Jersey

New Jersey residents will also find more than the presidential race on their ballot when they enter the voting booth on Election Day. For an in-depth look at the six most notable races in New Jersey, click here.

• U.S. Senate: Andy Kim (D) vs. Curtis Bashaw (R)
  • Democratic Rep. Andy Kim is facing off against Republican opponent Curtis Bashaw for the Senate seat left open by former Sen. Bob Menendez. Menendez resigned in August after he was convicted on charges of bribery, conspiracy, fraud, and making false statements.
• U.S. House of Representatives: All 12 of New Jersey’s congressional seats in the House of Representatives are up for grabs. To look up your representative and district, click here.
• Local elections: Voters may also be asked to decide on local races, including board of education elections.

PIX11's Emily Rahhal, Erin Pflaumer, Henry Rosoff, and Jim Vasil contributed to this report.