Category: New Jersey
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New Jersey Tests Expanded Youth Franchise as 17-Year-Olds Cast Ballots in Primary
New Jersey is pioneering youth voting by allowing 17-year-olds, who will turn 18 by the general election, to participate in the February 2026 congressional primary. This initiative, part of the New Voter Empowerment Act, aims to enhance civic engagement among young people, potentially influencing future electoral participation trends.
