It's National Voter Registration Day, and voters across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut are encouraged to check their status.

From date deadlines to key state and polling locations, here's everything voters in New Jersey need to know before casting their vote:

We are less than two months out from Election Day. Here's when it is and other important deadlines you need to know in New Jersey.

There's still time to register to vote and to request a mail-in ballot. Early, in-person voting begins Oct. 26. Read about other details for voters.

The Texas secretary of state on Wednesday asked the federal government to provide citizenship data to help state officials verify whether registered voters are eligible to cast ballots. Secretary of State Jane Nelson said her office is compiling a list of registered voters whose citizenship can’t be verified using state sources.

This election season MAKERS encourages all citizens to fulfill their democratic duty by registering to vote and casting a ballot. Voting is one of the most powerful tools at our disposal to make our voices heard and bring about real change.