FAQs Page

Horsham Republican Party

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find out if I am registered to vote?
How do I register to vote?
What if I will be out of town on Election Day?
How does voting by Absentee Ballot work?
Can I still vote if I am housebound?
If I become physically ill or disabled or am called out of the County because of business or occupational duties after the deadline to apply for an Absentee Ballot what should I do?
If I didn't vote in the last election, am I still eligible to vote on Election Day?
Where do I vote?
What if I am handicapped or disabled?
Is transportation to the polls available on Election Day?
What do I do if I move into a new election district or have changed my name because of marriage or some other reason?
What if I need assistance to vote?
What are the eligibility requirements to vote?
If I would like to volunteer to help with the election and fundraisers whom should I contact?

*If you have any further questions which have not been covered on this site, please call or email Horsham Republican Headquarters, 215-784-9586.

How do I find out if I am registered to vote?
You may call the Montgomery County Department of Voter Registration at 610-278-3280 to find out if you are registered to vote.

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How do I register to vote?
Fill out a registration form to be mailed to the Montgomery County office of Voter's Registration or register in person at the Montgomery County Office of Voter Services at One Montgomery Plaza, 6th floor, Norristown, PA. Registration is open to any qualified elector up to thirty (30) days before each election and reopens five (5) days following each primary election and thirty (30) days following each municipal and general election. The registration form is available in the lobby of the Horsham Township building, State Representative Gene McGill's office, or contact Horsham Republican Headquarters at 215-784-9586. You may also request a Republican Registration packet to be mailed directly to your home through the Montgomery County Republican website.

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What if I will be out of town on Election Day?
If you cannot be in town on Election Day, you may fill out an absentee form to receive an absentee ballot. The absentee form is available in the lobby of the Horsham Township building, State Representative Gene McGill's office, or contact Horsham Republican Headquarters at 215-784-9586. You may also contact the Montgomery County Voter Services department at 610-278-3280 or visit the Office of Voter Services at One Montgomery Plaza, 6th floor, Norristown, PA. If you are in town the day of the election, you are expected to go in person to the polls to vote. At that time, inform the Judge of Elections inside your poll that you had filled out an absentee ballot. The ballot will then be destroyed, and you can vote in person.

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If I didn't vote in the last election, am I still eligible to vote on Election Day?
You are eligible to vote on Election Day if you have voted at least once within the last eight (8) years and have not returned the card sent by voter services within ten (10) days. If you have not voted in the past two years, you will need to re-register in order to be eligible to vote. The registration form is available in the lobby of the Horsham Township building, State Representative Gene McGill's office, or contact Horsham Republican Headquarters at 215-784-9586. You may also request a Republican Registration packet to be mailed directly to your home through the Montgomery County Republican website.

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Where do I vote?
The polling place where you may vote depends on where you live. If you know which voting district you reside in, a list of Polling Places is available. If you do not know your voting district, please contact Horsham Republican Headquarters at 215-784-9586 for more information.

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What if I am handicapped or disabled?
All polling places are handicapped accessible. If you need assistance please contact Horsham Republican Headquarters at 215-784-9586 for more information and to make arrangements.

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Is transportation to the polls available on Election Day?
Yes, transportation to the polls is available on Election Day for those who are in need of a ride. For more information please contact Horsham Republican Headquarters at 215-784-9586.

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Can I still vote if I am housebound?
Yes. If you are not able to vote in person on Election Day, you may fill out an Application for Absentee Ballot form to receive an absentee ballot. The absentee form is available in the lobby of the Horsham Township building, State Representative Gene McGill's office, or contact Horsham Republican Headquarters at 215-784-9586. The application must be received in the offices of the Election Board usually by 5:00PM on the Tuesday prior to the Election.

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How does voting by Absentee Ballot work?
You may vote by Absentee Ballot if you are a registered voter who is unable to appear at your regular polling location on the day of Election. You are eligible to apply for an Absentee Ballot if you will be out of the County on Election Day or if you are housebound. The Absentee Ballot is mailed by the Election Board to the voter if an Application for Absentee Ballot has been filed. Once the voter receives the ballot, the voter should vote, seal and return the Ballot to the Election Board before the deadline to return voted Absentee Ballots, 5:00PM on the Friday before the election. The Application for Absentee Ballot is available in the lobby of the Horsham Township building, State Representative Gene McGill's office, or contact Horsham Republican Headquarters at 215-784-9586. The application must be received in the offices of the Election Board usually by 5:00PM on the Tuesday prior to the Election.

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If I become physically ill or disabled or am called out of the County because of business or occupational duties after the deadline to apply for an Absentee Ballot what should I do?
You may still apply for an Absentee Ballot by executing an emergency application up until 5:00PM on the Friday before the election.

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What are the eligibility requirements to vote?
A potential voter must be a citizen of the United States or a naturalized citizen with proof of naturalization, 18 years or older, a resident of the state at least 30 days prior to the election, and must not have been confined in a penal institution for a felony conviction within the previous 5 years. Registration must be completed at least 30 days prior to the election.

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What do I do if I move into a new election district or have changed my name because of marriage or some other reason?
You may re-register to vote if you have moved into a new election district or to change your name. The registration form is available in the lobby of the Horsham Township building, State Representative Gene McGill's office, or contact Horsham Republican Headquarters at 215-784-9586. You may also request a Republican Registration packet to be mailed directly to your home through the Montgomery County Republican website.

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What if I need assistance to vote?
You may require assistance in voting due to blindness, disability, or inability to read or write. You are not permitted to receive any assistance in voting at any primary or election unless your voter's registration card in the district bears a declartion that you require assistance in order to complete the act of voting for the reason specified by the voter on your registration card and the election officials are satisfied that you still suffer from the same condition.

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If I would like to volunteer to help with the election and fundraisers whom should I contact?
If you would like to volunteer to assist with election day and fundraisers, and are interested in supporting the Horsham Republican Party, please contact Horsham Republican Headquarters at 215-784-9586.