Special Election: Philadelphia – 201st House Legislative District
After announcing in January that he would not seek re-election, Stephen Kinsey resigned his seat in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives effective July 16, 2024.
House Speaker Joanna McClinton scheduled a Special Election for Tuesday, September 17, 2024 to fill the remainder of Kinsey’s term.
AARP Pennsylvania is dedicated to ensuring that Philadelphia residents of the 201st House Legislative District know how to register to vote, where to vote in person, what the rules are for mail-in, absentee or early voting, and key dates for voting.
While AARP Pennsylvania strongly encourages people to get out and vote for the candidates of their choice, we are non-partisan - we do not endorse or oppose any political candidates. We do not have a political action committee for donating to candidates or contribute to any candidate or political party.
Where is the House Legislative District?
House Legislative District 201 is located in part of Philadelphia County consisting of the City of Philadelphia, including Ward 10: Divisions 6, 16, 18-22, 26, 27; Ward 12: Divisions 1-7, 9, 10, 12-16, 22, 23; Ward 17: All Divisions; and Ward 59: All Divisions.
Find out if you live within Legislative House District 201 by visiting the Pennsylvania General Assembly website.
What are the key dates regarding the September 17, 2024 Special Election?
- Last day to register to vote: Tuesday, September 3, 2024
- Last day to apply for a mail-in or absentee ballot: Tuesday, September 10, 2024
- Last day for the County Board of Elections to receive voted mail-in or absentee ballots: Tuesday, September 17 – must be received by 8:00 P.M. to be counted
- Special Election Day for the 201 District House Seat: Tuesday, September 17, 2024 – polls are open from 7:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M.
Please check back frequently and stay tuned for more information about the 2024 Special Election for Legislative House District 201 and the issues that matter most to Philadelphia residents 50+.
How do I contact the Philadelphia County Elections Office & Voter Registration Office?
Philadelphia County Board of Elections
City Hall, Room 142
1400 JFK Blvd Philadelphia, PA 19123
Enter through the East or South portals
Phone: (215) 686-3469
Voter Registration Office
520 N. Columbus Blvd, 5th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19107 Enter through the Spring Garden St. entrance
Phone: (215) 686-1590
Where can I find more information on how to vote?
Visit the Pennsylvania Department of State's Voting and Election website.
