Ride Fort Smith Transit for free to Vote in the March 5 Primary Election. Fort Smith Transit (FST) provides free transportation to polling locations on the day of the Arkansas primary elections, Tuesday, March 5, 2024. Voters can ride at no charge on all FST buses, Demand, and Paratransit Services.
Transportation issues should not prevent a US citizen from voting; yet, they are stated as a significant or minor
cause for not voting. FST is making every attempt to make the trip to and from the polls the least stressful aspect of the day for individuals who are waiting to cast their ballot in person on Election Day.
“Fort Smith Transit wants to be a part of the solution for the transportation barrier that many of our citizens have and make it easier for them to reach the polls and cast their ballots this election,” said Fort Smith Transit Civil Rights Officer Gregory A. Carthon. “We aim to make voting simple and available to everyone who depends on Fort Smith Transit because we believe that democracy functions best when everyone participates and has a voice.”
The guide below will help you learn when and where to cast your ballot, as well as answer other questions about the elections.
Party Primaries: Arkansans will vote to decide on the Democratic and Republican nominees in various races. Those include the U.S. president and the U.S. House of Representatives. The winners of these primary races will become their party's nominees for the general election in November.
Ride Fort Smith Transit for free to Vote in the March 5 Primary Election. Fort Smith Transit (FST) provides free transportation to polling locations on the day of the Arkansas primary elections, Tuesday, March 5, 2024. Voters can ride at no charge on all FST buses, demand, and paratransit services.
Judicial Races: All ballots will include judicial races. Those will include three seats on the Arkansas Supreme Court.
Local Races: If you live in an area with a school race, a school millage vote, or a special election, those will also appear on the ballot.
Timeline?
Feb. 20, 2024: Early voting begins. Hours and dates may vary by county.
March 5, 2024: Election Day voting.
How to Find a Voting Location?
All details of the election, including early voting, vote locations, and absentee voting:
Election Information 