On July 1, 1971, the 26th Amendment was ratified, lowering the required voting age from 21 to 18. This amendment was passed 54 years ago. Voter registration applications are available for those who will be 18 on or before the next election.

Source: Wake County Board of Elections

Source Type: Gov

Source Location: Raleigh

Savanah, GA

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