It is the last day to register to vote in Indiana. Here's what you need to know:

Today, October 7, is the last day for Hoosiers to register to vote. As Election Day approaches, here's what you need to know to make sure you're ready to cast your vote.

How to register to vote

The fastest way to register to vote in Indiana is through www.indianavoters.com. Application must be completed by Monday, October 7th at 11:59 p.m.

You may also submit an application in person to the Lake County Clerk or the Board of Elections and Registration by close of business on Monday, October 7th.

An application by post must be postmarked by Monday, October 7th at the latest.

What you need to register:

1. Possess a valid Indiana driver's license or Indiana State ID card.

2. Be a citizen of the United States.

3. Be at least 18 years of age at or before the next general, municipal or special election. (A 17-year-old may register and vote in the primary if the voter turns 18 at or before the next general or local election.)

4. Live in your district at least 30 days before the next general, municipal or special election.

5. Currently not incarcerated after being convicted of a felony.

What's on the ballot? What is at stake?

At the top of the list are Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump, vying for the presidency in a race that could have huge implications for the future of reproductive rights, the U.S. Supreme Court and democracy itself.

At stake in the governor's race between Mike Braun and Jennifer McClinton are education, the future of property taxes and the way local governments raise revenue for services.

Gary voters are choosing their state representative, led by the District 3 Senate seat vacated by Mayor Eddie Melton, in a race featuring Democratic Gary Councilman Mark Spencer and Republican Will Miller. Their respective primary victories ensure the seat remains in the hands of Gary residents.

A nationwide referendum will be held on the ballot. The ballot measure is a constitutional amendment that would remove the position of superintendent of public instruction from the sixth position in the gubernatorial line of succession. In Indiana, a bill must be passed by a simple majority of both chambers of the state legislature in two consecutive legislative sessions to reach a vote. If a majority of voters approve the measure, it will become part of the state constitution.

What you need to know about postal voting

The deadline to request a mail-in ballot is October 24th. The application can be made in four ways:

1. Show up at the county board of elections office

2. Call the county board of elections to request an application

3. Email the County Board of Elections at [email protected]

4. Visit the Indiana Secretary of State's Office online portal (www.indianavoters.com).

The completed application may be returned to the Indiana Election Division or county board of elections before the deadline specified at the top of the application form:

1. Personal delivery or mail to 2293 N. Main St., Ste A-205, Crown Point, IN 46307

2. Email [email protected]

3. Fax to (219) 755-3801

Your ballot must be received by the district election committee by 6:00 p.m. (local time) on election day. Please contact the Lake County Board of Elections and Registration if you did not receive your mail-in ballot (on time) after submitting your application.

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