Early voting for the September 9 special election to choose a new representative for Virginia’s 11th Congressional District has begun. The ballot includes Democratic candidate James R. Walkinshaw and Republican candidate Stewart L. Whitson.
The 11th Congressional seat was vacated by Gerry Connolly, who died on May 21. The district covers most of Fairfax County and the entirety of Fairfax City.
Fairfax County Voting Centers
Registered voters who live in the 11th District can cast an early ballot though Saturday, September 6. The Fairfax County Government Center is open for voting Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Saturday, September 6, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Reston’s North County Governmental Center is open Monday through Friday from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. It’s also open on Saturday, September 6, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Nine additional sites are also open through Saturday, September 6. These locations are open Monday through Friday from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturday, September 6, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. They include Burke Centre Regional Library; Centreville Regional Library; Great Falls Library; Herndon Fortnightly Library; Franconia Government Center; Sully Government Center; West Springfield Government Center; Jim Scott Community Center; and Lorton Community Center.
Register to Vote
District residents can register and vote on the same day at any early voting site from September 3 to 6. Voters can also register at their polling location on election day (September 9).
Residents should bring a valid photo ID, or they can fill out an ID confirmation form and still cast a regular ballot. Valid IDs include a Virginia driver’s license (even expired), U.S. passport, utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or a government document with your name and current address.
Ballots and voting materials are available in English, Spanish, Vietnamese, and Korean. For voters with disabilities or mobility needs, curbside voting, ballot-marking devices, and other accommodations are available. For more information, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/elections or call 703-222-0776.
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