A version of this story was originally published last year. It has been updated to reflect the 2025 elections.

Mainers can vote early by absentee ballot at all municipal offices starting Monday through the rest of October ahead of the state’s Nov. 4 election.

Turnout is likely to be low in the odd-year election with two referendum questions on the statewide ballot. Question 1 would require voters to provide identification before voting and institute new restrictions on absentee voting , while Question 2 is a “red flag” gun-control law similar to those in more than 20 states.

Maine allows no-excuse absentee voting. The system doubles as the state’s form of early voting. You can fill out an absentee ballot in person at your municipal office now through Oct. 30, which is the Thursday

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