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| Secretary of State Jon Husted's Biography Learn more about Secretary of State Jon Husted. |
| Military Ready to Vote Military Ready-to-Vote (MRV) provides voting materials, information and assistance to ensure Ohio service members serving on active duty have everything they need to participate in Ohio elections while they are in the service of the country. If you are a military organization and in need of a large quantity, please contact our Military Liaison Avi Zaffini, by clicking here, to make arrangements. MRV Posters: 
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| Ohio Voter PassportOhio Voter Passport (OVP) provides information for Ohio overseas residents who wish to participate in the election process. OVP Posters:
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| My Vote, My Right, My Responsibility Reminder Card The My Vote, My Right, my Responsibility reminder card provides deadlines and information relating to upcoming Ohio elections. The PDF version of this card prints four to a page.
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| | Ohio Military Votes Information Card OhioMilitaryVotes.com is a one-stop shop to support and honor Ohio service men and women on Election Day. This card has information on Military Ready-to-Vote and Vote in Honor of a Veteran, two Ohio Secretary of State initiatives to provide assistance to members of the military who wish to vote and help Ohioans honor those who have served.
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| Ohio Business Profile Information Card The Ohio Business Profile (OBP) is an ongoing effort to recognize the impact of businesses in Ohio. The OBP Information Card contains more information about the program and ways you can submit a business you think should be featured. Suggest a business online and learn more about the program by visiting www.OhioBusinessProfile.com
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| Profile Ohio Ohio is a state as diverse as its people. Profile Ohio provides information about Ohio's statehood, government structure and locations and people of interest. Profile Ohio serves as a first step to learning about the State of Ohio. This publication is available in electronic format only. |
| Rule Making Process for the Secretary of State The Guide to the Rule Making Process for the Ohio Secretary of State focuses on the agency's rule-making authority under the Administrative Procedure Act. This publication is available in electronic format only. |
| State Flag of Ohio - Celebrating 110 Years!
Ohio is the only state to have a swallow-tailed burgee flag. The State Flag of Ohio details the history behind the design and adoption of Ohio’s unique state flag as well as other facts and information. |
| Vote in Honor of a Veteran Materials Through the Vote in Honor of a Veteran (VIHOV) initiative, you can demonstrate the pride you feel for an individual veteran and, at the same time, encourage others to exercise their right to vote when you go to the polls on Election Day. For more information visit www.OhioMilitaryVotes.com. These are free publications. |
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| Starting a Business in Ohio Checklist The Starting a Business in Ohio Checklist assists Ohioans in starting their business through a basic checklist that all soon-to-be business owners should keep in mind. |
| Guide to Starting a Corporation in Ohio Starting a business is a procedure that requires a great deal of planning and work. The Guide to Starting a Corporation in Ohio serves as a resource regarding the incorporation process in Ohio.
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| Guide to Starting a Limited Liability Company in Ohio The Guide to Starting a Limited Liability Company in Ohio provides important information on how to navigate the formation and filing process with the Secretary of State’s office.
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| Guide to Starting a Nonprofit Organization in Ohio Nonprofit organizations serve residents throughout Ohio. The Guide to Starting a Nonprofit Organizations in Ohio is a general overview of requirements and resources for nonprofit organizations.
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| Guide to Starting a Partnership in OhioThe Guide to Starting a Partnership outlines the process and requirements one needs to know when forming and operating a partnership in Ohio.
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| Guide to Starting a Sole Proprietorship in Ohio The Guide to Starting a Sole Proprietorship is meant to provide information to those who plan to operate their business as a sole proprietorship.
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| Guide to Secured Transactions Filings in Ohio The Guide to Secured Transactions Filings in Ohio provides the requirements under Ohio law for Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) filings. The guide also explains Secretary of State policies regarding UCC filings.
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| Guide to Registering Your Trademark or Service Mark in Ohio The Guide to Registering Your Trademark or Service Mark in Ohio assists Ohio business owners with filing an application for trademark or service mark with the Secretary of State's office
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| Absentee Ballot Request If you want to vote absentee by mail in an upcoming election, you can fill out or download the Secretary of State's Absentee Ballot Request Form, and mail it to your county board of elections. (click here for a boards of elections directory). For more information about voting absentee in Ohio, click here. Other Absentee Ballot Forms: ** The online PDF form is designed to be filled out online if you choose. If you do fill the form out online, please print, sign and then place the form in an envelope and mail it to your local board of elections (click here for a boards of elections directory). |
| ADA Publications Voter Access Guide 
This Voter Access Guide includes general voter information as well as resources available to those voters with disabilities. This publication is available in electronic format only. Options for Voting Options for Voting provides an overview of options available to assist Ohioans with disabilities as they exercise their right to vote. This publication is available in electronic format only. Accessible Parking Guide The Accessible Parking Guide outlines the standards and requirements for parking spaces at polling locations. This publication is available in electronic format only. |
| 2013 Candidate Requirement Guide Running for office? The Candidate Requirement Guide, which is updated on an annual basis, contains requirements and guidelines for those who choose to run for elected office. This publication is available in electronic format only. |
| Constitution of the State of Ohio The Ohio Constitution of 1851 sets the framework for state government and provides rights for the people of Ohio. This publication has been updated to reflect amendments adopted by Ohio voters in November of 2011. This publication is available in electronic format only. |
| | Ohio District Maps Ohio District Maps provides maps and guides depicting district lines for the General Assembly, Congress, courts of appeals and the state board of education. |
| 2013 Elections Calendar The Elections Calendar provides dates and information on elections and campaign finance deadlines and events throughout each year. Currently, only the electronic version is available. |
| Find a New Direction: Reclaim Your Right to Vote This guide explains basic voting rights to eligible Ohio voters who have been convicted of a crime. This publication is available in electronic format only. |
| Historical Elections Statistics The Election Statistics section of the Secretary of State's website serves as a reference for current and historical Ohio election results. The section is updated after each election with results of federal and statewide races. Election Statistics are only available in electronic format. |
| 2009-2010 Official Roster of Federal, State and County Officers The Official Roster of Federal, State and County Officers contains names and contact information for federal and state agencies as well as county officials. The information contained in this publication is current as of the original date of collection. Sections of the 2009-2010 Federal Roster are available for download in PDF. - Introduction
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- State Colleges and Universities
- Judiciary
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| The Guide to Local Liquor Option Elections: Revised 2010 The Guide to Local Liquor Option Elections contains instructions describing how to petition for any local liquor option election involving the sale of intoxicating liquor or beer. The Guide to Local Liquor Option Elections has been updated to reflect all new deadlines required by the federal MOVE Act and Am. Sub. HB 48 (effective July 2, 2010). This publication is available in electronic format only. |
| Precinct Election Officials Recruitment Materials The Be a P.E.O. in Ohio materials provide a brief overview of the benefits and requirements for being a precinct election official by staffing a polling place on Election Day. Thousands of Ohioans play an important role in our democracy each year by helping to operate polling places and help safeguard the election process. The Be a P.E.O in Ohio card includes a detachable self-mailer which allows all eligible Ohioans to sign up for more information on becoming a P.E.O. The 11”x 17” poster, high school seniors flyer and refer a friend flyer all can be used in recruitment efforts to encourage greater participation in being a P.E.O in Ohio. More information and an online sign up form can also be found at www.PEOinOHIO.com.
The Be a P.E.O. in Ohio card is available for order by clicking the Order Now button. All other publications are available in electronic format only. |
| 2010-2011 Ohio Municipal, Township and School Board Roster This guide to local government contains names and contact information of officials for all Ohio municipalities, townships and school boards. It is developed during even-numbered years. The 2010-2011 Municipal Roster as a downloadable database: This download includes all of the information available in the text format of the roster including: municipal addresses and public officials, township addresses and public officials, and school board addresses and board members. Once you have downloaded the text file, you can open the document using Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access or any other database program that accepts comma-separated files. If you have any questions about this download, please call ( 614) 466-3613. Mailing data for Ohio municipalities, townships and school boards. This publication is available in electronic format only. |
| Guide to Voting in Ohio The Guide to Voting in Ohio, provides general information about registering to vote and casting your ballot by mail or in person. The guide covers topics ranging from voter eligibility and registration to absentee balloting and Election Day procedures. For more detailed information and resources, visit www.MyOhioVote.com.
The United States Election Assistance Commission publishes Federal Voting Guides in multiple languages. You may access them by clicking here.
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| Voter Registration Form You can fill out or download Ohio's Voter Registration form and mail it to your county board of elections (click here for a boards of elections directory). If you are conducting a voter registration drive and would like to request a large number of forms, call our request line at (614)466-3613. ** The online PDF form is designed to be filled out online -- if you choose. If you do fill the form out online, please print, sign and then place the form in an envelope and mail it to your local board of elections (click here for a boards of elections directory).
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| Voter Registration Instructions Voter Registration Instructions will educate you on how to complete a Voter Registration form. This brochure is a great resource if your organization is planning a voter registration drive. This publication is available in electronic format only. |
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| Campaign Finance Handbook The Ohio Campaign Finance Handbook assists all reporting entities in navigating the various regulatory paths established by Ohio law. Each of the handbook's chapters discusses specific entity types or areas of campaign finance activity and can serve as a map for the reader to understand each area of regulation and reporting applicable to their circumstance. Local candidates and other political entities can also receive filing information from the board of elections located in their county. For a list of all county boards of elections, visit the board directory.
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| | Contribution Limit Chart The Contribution Limit Chart is adjusted for inflation in each odd-numbered year.
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| | Reporting Calendar The Campaign Finance Reporting Calendar contains filing dates throughout the year. Filing entities submitting reports to a county board of elections should contact the board for special election dates and other filing deadlines. See Ohio Revised Code 3517.10 for complete details of the timing and requirements for most campaign finance reporting.
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| | Treasurer's Checklist The Treasurer's Checklist contains items needed for completing various reporting forms.
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