Automatic voter registration

Definition

Automatic voter registration is a policy designed to streamline the process of registering to vote by automatically enrolling eligible citizens when they interact with government agencies, unless they opt out. It aims to increase voter participation by removing the need for individuals to proactively register themselves.

Related terms

Voter turnout: The percentage of eligible voters who cast a ballot in an election.

Voter suppression: Any legal or extralegal measure or strategy that intentionally or unintentionally prevents eligible voters from registering to vote or voting.

Electoral Roll: A list of individuals who are registered to vote in a particular area