PROVIDENCE, R.I. (August 8, 2008) — Secretary of State Mollis is reminding Rhode Islanders they have until tomorrow, August 9, to register to vote in the September 9 primary.

Even though the deadline to register to vote falls on a Saturday, his office at 148 West River St. in Providence will be open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday. In addition, every city and town has made accommodations to enable residents to register at the last minute. Mollis has published a list of the locations in every city and town that will be open on Saturday so people can take advantage of the extra day to register to vote.
Secretary Mollis says the signs point to elections officials being very busy on Saturday. In addition to the record turnout in March’s presidential primary, more than 2,800 Rhode Islanders filed to run for office this year.

“The overwhelming activity we’ve had so far this year shows Rhode Islanders are passionate about this year’s elections. This is their last chance to make sure they are eligible to make their voices heard in the primary,” he said.

Completed voter registration forms that have not been turned into local board of canvassers by tomorrow must be postmarked by August 9 in order to make the deadline.
At the top of September’s ballot, U.S. Sen. Jack Reed will face Democratic challenger Christopher Young. There are local primaries for state representative, state senate, city council and school committee in many communities this year.

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In order to register to vote, you must be at least 18 years of age, a U.S. citizen, a resident of Rhode Island and have a valid social security number or Rhode Island driver’s license. Registering to vote is free.