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Asked to officiate a wedding in Ohio? Before you say “you may kiss the bride,” make sure you’re properly registered with the Ohio Secretary of State.

Any ordained or licensed minister of a religious society or congregation may obtain a license to perform marriages in Ohio. Applications can be completed online, and out-of-state credentials are accepted.

Visit OhioSoS.gov to get started!

While Ohio always reports the unofficial results on Election Night, the Official Canvass takes place within 21 days of the election. During that time, boards of elections carefully review and count provisional ballots, cured absentee ballots, and any other valid votes. This process ensures every eligible vote is counted accurately and transparently for the final tally.

Learn more about the Official Canvass here: https://www.ohiosos.gov/elections/elections-administration/directives -directives

You took the time to vote, now make sure your ballot is counted! 🗳️

Ohioans who cast a provisional ballot can call 866-OHIO-VOTE (866-644-6868) to find out if they need to provide additional information for their vote to count. If so, you have until Saturday to get that information to your county board of elections.

Learn more at: https://www.ohiosos.gov/elections/frequently-asked-questions -voting

In Ohio, no ballots are counted and no results are tabulated until the polls close at 7:30 PM.

Leading up to Election Day, Ohioans are encouraged to report potential election law violations to the Ohio Secretary of State's Election Integrity Unit. Early voting locations and polling places will have this poster hanging up to remind voters to "SEE IT, SEND IT."

Make a report here: https://www.ohiosos.gov/public-integrity/file-a-complaint-with-public-integrity

In Ohio, election observers are appointed by political parties, groups of candidates, and issue committees. Separate from bipartisan teams of poll workers, these observers play an important role in ensuring transparency and accountability in Ohio's election process. Every observer must take an oath before observing. To learn more, click here: https://www.ohiosos.gov/elections/frequently-asked-questions

Wondering how we keep Ohio's elections secure?

Here’s some of the many steps we take to keep Ohio elections transparent and accountable!

Whether you are voting early or on Election Day, don't forget to bring your valid, unexpired government-issued photo ID! Make your plan for the May 5 Primary Election today at VoteOhio.gov!

In Ohio, a person who is 17 years old at the time of a primary election, but will be 18 years old by or on the day of the next general election, is allowed to vote in that primary election.

However, their voting is limited to candidates seeking nomination for the general election and presidential convention delegates.

They cannot vote on questions, issues, or state and central committee contests in the primary.

Register to vote today at VoteOhio.gov!

While absentee ballots must now be received by 7:30 p.m. on Election Day, this change in Ohio law does not impact the deadline for military and overseas voters. Mailed UOCAVA ballots may still be received up to 4 days after Election Day.

Learn more about absentee voting in Ohio here: https://www.ohiosos.gov/elections/frequently-asked-questions -voting