Election Mail

Election Mail

Before they go to the ballot box, they’ll go to the mailbox.

States and localities are increasingly using mail in the election process. That’s why at USPS®, we’re committed to providing you with the training and tools necessary to implement successful and cost-effective mail strategies for any political mailing. The following overview highlights the many benefits of working with USPS on your Vote-by-Mail program.

Election Mail vs. Political Mail

By definition, Election Mail is any item mailed to or from authorized elections officials that enables citizens to vote, including…

• Mail-in ballots
• Ballot materials
• Voter registration cards
• Absentee applications
• Polling place notifications

Political Mail is material promoting political candidates, referenda, or campaigns from a registered…

• Political Candidate
• Federal, state, or local campaign committee
• Committee of a political party – for example, the Democratic National Committee or Republican Congressional Campaign Committee