Everything to Know About Virginia’s 4th District’s “Firehouse” Primary
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Why Is There An Election for Virginia’s 4th U.S. Congressional District?
After VA-04’s Representative Don McEachin passed away in late November 2022, Governor Youngkin ordered a special election to fill his seat on February 21, 2023.
Before that election can be held, each party will select a candidate to represent it. These candidates will be selected through a “Firehouse Primary,” which is a contest funded and overseen by a local political party organization.
The December 20th Democratic Firehouse Primary is where the Democratic nominee will be selected.
Where to Vote
Date: Tuesday, December 20, 2022
Times: 6:00AM - 7:00PM
Locations (Note, any qualified voter can vote at ANY of these locations on Tuesday, 12/20):
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Dogtown Dance Studio - 109 W 15th St, Richmond, VA 23224
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Diversity Richmond - 1407 Sherwood Ave, Richmond, VA 23220
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Meadowdale Library - 4301 Meadowdale Blvd, North Chesterfield, VA 23234
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Surry Parks & Recreation Center - 205 Enos Farm Drive, Surry, VA 23883
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Charles City Government Center - 10900 Courthouse Road, Charles City, VA 23030
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Brunswick Conference Center - 100 Athletic Field Rd, Lawrenceville, Virginia 23868
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IBEW Local 666 - 1390 E Nine Mile Rd, Highland Springs VA 23075
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Tabernacle Baptist Church - 444 Halifax St, Petersburg, VA 23803
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Click any location for directions!
Should You Vote
The answer is yes if you are:
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A Registered Voter in Virginia’s 4th Congressional District;
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Willing to sign a form stating you consider yourself a Democrat;
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And can bring Accepted form of voter ID, including:
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VA Driver’s License
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VA DMV-issued ID card
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Valid public or private employer ID with photo
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U.S. Military ID
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Valid Student ID
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Valid U.S. Passport
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Voter ID card or confirmation documents
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Current utility bill, bank statement, government check, or paycheck with voter’s name and address
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Signed ID confirmation statement
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FAQ
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Can I vote by mail in this election?
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No. All votes for the Democratic Primary must be cast in person on Tuesday, December 20.
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Will there be early voting for this election?
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No. All votes for the Democratic Primary must be cast in person on Tuesday, December 20.
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How do I know if I am registered to vote?
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You can check your registration information and status here.
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How do I know if I am registered in the 4th U.S. Congressional District?
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First, check your registration information here. Then, scroll down your voter information page and look for a header labeled “Districts.” Your U.S. Congressional district is labeled “Congressional,” and “04” will appear next to that designation if you are registered in the 4th Congressional District.
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Do I need to vote in both the December 20, 2022 election AND the February 21, 2023 election?
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Yes. The December 20th election will determine who the Democratic candidate is for the February 21, 2023 Special Election.
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The race to determine who the winner of the 4th Congressional District Seat will then be determined in the February 21, 2023 Special Election.
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