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Voter Registration in Washington, DC
Voter registration is governed in Washington, DC by state law and the federal National Voter Registration Act (commonly known as "motor voter").
National Voter Registration Act
The National Voter Registration Act Of 1993 Congress enacted the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 (also known as the "NVRA" and the "Motor Voter Act"), to enhance voting opportunities for every American. The Act has made it easier for all Americans to register to vote and to maintain their registration.
The NVRA allows the Department of Justice to bring civil actions in federal court to enforce its requirements. The Act also gives the responsibility to the Federal Election Commission (FEC) to provide States with guidance on the Act, to develop a national mail voter registration form, and to compile reports on the effectiveness of the Act. An amendment in the Help America Vote Act of 2002 transferred the FEC's responsibilities under the Act to the Election Assistance Commission.
To visit the United States Department of Justice Civil Rights Division National Voter Registration Act of 1993, click the following link:
http://www.justice.gov/crt/voting/nvra/activ_nvra.php
Voter Registration Form in Washington, DC
You can register to vote on-line at:
https://www.dcboee.org/voter_info/register_to_vote/ovr_step1.asp
General Information for Voter Registration in Washington
Board of Education In 1968, residents were granted the right to vote for an elected Board of Education. Under the law creating the school board, one member would be elected from each of the eight wards, and three would be elected at-large. All 11 members serve four-year terms.
Delegate to the House of Representatives In 1970, the "District of Columbia Election Act" was amended by Congress to allow DC residents to elect a Delegate to the House of Representatives. The first primary for this office was held in January 1971, with the general election held in March. The District's Delegate to the House does not have a vote on the House floor, but may vote in Committee.
Mayor and District Council The Home Rule Charter was approved in late 1973, allowing DC residents to elect a Mayor and 13member District Council. Under the Charter, one councilmember is elected from each of the eight wards, while the Chairman and four remaining members are elected at-large. Both the Mayor and the members of the DC Council hold four year terms. The first Home Rule elections were held in 1974.
Advisory Neighborhood Commissions The first Advisory Neighborhood Commission (ANC) elections were held in February 1976 Under the law, each ANC Single Member District (SMD) is comprised of approximately 2,000 residents. Commissioners serve two-year terms and receive no salary. There are 299 Single Member Districts in the District of Columbia. They are grouped into 37 Commissions.
Initiative, Referendum, and Recall The Initiative, Referendum, and Recall Procedures Act of 1978 gave voters the right to file a measure for consideration on the ballot. A detailed explanation of the Initiative, Referendum, and Recall process is included.
United States Senator and Representative US Senator and US Representative are local offices, created through an Initiative Measure. The first elections for these offices were held in 1990.
References https://www.dcboee.org/voter_info/register_to_vote/ovr_step1.asp
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