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Why?
Millions of eligible voters don't vote because of a conflicting work schedule—not everyone can head to the polls on a Tuesday. As Americans, we shouldn't have to choose between earning a paycheck and casting a vote. That's why we started Time Off to Vote; we believe that your most basic democratic right should never be constrained by your job. It's as simple as that.
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26%
of Americans report that obligations including work kept them from the polls. (2024)
28
states do not have a paid Time Off to Vote law. (2024)
2,020
companies have pledged to give employees at least a few hours off to vote through Time to Vote. (2024)
Sources: CBS News, ballotpedia, SHRM
Led by Students
As the future generation of American workers, we demand that we don’t sacrifice our most basic democratic right in order to earn a living. Formed by a coalition of students from schools across the country, Time Off to Vote is making a statement to states, colleges, the federal government, and our future employers.
Non-Partisan
Time Off to Vote transcends party lines. Our founders and supporters span the ideological spectrum. Current Time Off to Vote laws come from an even combination of red and blue states, demonstrating the non-partisan nature of the movement.
Does my state have Paid Time Off to Vote?
States with paid TOTV laws
*The following states offer one to three hours off for voting, but it’s up to each employer to decide whether that time is paid or unpaid: Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Massachusetts, North Dakota, Ohio, and Wisconsin. Kentucky stands out by allowing up to four hours of voting leave.