Research
Our Latest Data and Analysis on Youth Voter Registration Rates
Spotlight on Pennsylvania – In big elections registered youth turn out at high rates
This research report examines Pennsylvania voter file data from statewide general elections since 2018, showing that registered 18-year-olds turn out at high rates in presidential elections and midterms.
Publications
We routinely provide news, research, and analysis concerning high school voter registration. Explore our publications, focusing on state-specific research to nationwide calls to action.
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Increasing Voter Registration Among 18-Year-Olds in New Hampshire
Research Report
Feb. 2024
Laura W. Brill, Kassie Canter, Fionn Shea -
Spotlight on New York
Lack of comprehensive implementation of voter preregistration law has led to low rates and grave inequalities
Apr. 2023
by Laura W. Brill -
New Hampshire Research Report
Registration rates lag, but same-day registration provides a chance for first-time voters in the midterms
Sep. 2022
The Civics Center -
Introducing Students to our Democracy
A case study of compliance with youth voter registration laws in Georgia and North Carolina
Sep. 2022
Marina Pino & Vicki Shapiro -
The Civics Center’s Toolkit for California Educators
We prepared this Toolkit to provide useful resources and a step-by-step guide for high school voter registration activities.
Feb. 2022
The Civics Center -
Future Voters and Gaps in Our Democracy
A Report and Call to Action on the 50th Anniversary of the 26th Amendment
March 2021
Laura Brill, Andrea Hartman, Vicki Shapiro, James Wenz