Early voting is set to kick off in New York on Saturday, Oct. 26. Government officials across the capital region want to remind voters of their options and deadlines.

Early voting has already started for states like Vermont and Massachusetts. As we get closer to November 5, it’s time for voters to start making a plan.

Each state has been trying to make it easier for voters to know where to go and what deadlines to keep in mind.

New York and Massachusetts both have poll guides on their website.

Early voting has already begun in Massachusetts, but the last of early voting will be on November 1. If you’re not registered to vote for this election cycle, October 16 will be your last day to register for the Commonwealth. Regarding mail-in ballots, it needs to be postmarked by November 5.

Sarah Copeland Hanzas, Vermont Secretary of State, said their state has recently rolled out a new resource to help voters learn more about the candidates.

“You can go to MyVoter page and see a voter guide that tracks your ballot,” she said. “It has all of the candidates. A candidate statement, website, social media handles, and contact information. And we really encourage voters to use that to find the candidate whose values closely match their own.”

In Vermont, ballots have already been mailed to every registered voter. Vermont’s Secretary of State also said that they do not currently recommend voters mail in their ballots since they may not be received before November 5. However, there are still a few ways to cast your vote.

“First, You can drop it off during normal business hours. Two, you can find the official ballot drop box. Number three, you can go to your polling place on Election Day and cast your ballot on that day,” she said. “And BYOB, if you decide you would like to vote in person, please take your ballot with you. That will just save you the hassle of signing an affidavit that says you didn’t vote on the ballot that was mailed to you.”

Voters across the Capital Region can also check out our Election Guide to learn more about key races and voter deadlines.