Free rides gives voter access to register, vote early through Election Day - Nov. 5
To eliminate transportation barriers for voters, the region’s three transit agencies – CATA, EATRAN and Clinton Transit – are offering systemwide free rides now through the Nov. 5 state general election for riders registering to vote, participating in early voting, dropping off ballots at drop boxes and voting in-person on Election Day.
Need a ride to register or vote?
Simply inform your driver that you are going to vote, and your ride is free — no ID required. For a list of early voting locations, ballot drop boxes and polling sites, visit www.michigan.gov/vote. Riders will also find voting sites and can plan their trips for election-related activities via Transit app. Download the app today from your app store.
Free rides to the polls service expanded
CATA has offered systemwide free rides to polls since 1988.
With the passing of Proposal 2 in November 2022, voters now have the constitutional right to cast their vote early for every statewide and federal election. For election information including a list of early voting locations, check your county's website as they differ from election day polling sites.
Early in-person voting: The early voting period begins the second Saturday prior to Election Day and ends the Sunday before an election. However, communities may decide to provide additional days of early voting. Under state law, communities can offer up to 29 days of early voting. Specific dates are available on your county clerk's office website.
Voter registration: Residents can register at any time up to 8 p.m. on Election Day at your city or township clerk’s office. The deadline to register to vote by mail or online is Oct. 22. Between Oct. 23 and Nov. 5, residents must register to vote in-person at their local clerk's office. Additional voter registration details can be found at www.michigan.gov/VoterRegistration.