York County, Pennsylvania, is gearing up for its primary elections, which are held every spring. During these elections, registered voters will select candidates to represent their political parties in the upcoming general election. According to Pennsylvania law, primaries are closed, meaning only voters registered with the Democratic or Republican parties can participate. However, if there are constitutional amendments or referendum questions on the ballot, a separate ballot will be available for all voters.
The general elections, which occur in the fall, are open to all registered voters, regardless of party affiliation. During these elections, candidates are elected to office to serve their designated terms. The offices on the ballot vary depending on the election cycle, with federal offices being voted on in even-numbered years and municipal offices in odd-numbered years.
York County uses Scytl, a platform for reporting election results. Residents can view historical election results and access the Scytl Election Results User Guide on the York County Elections Office website. For more detailed information on elections, including statewide results, voters are encouraged to visit the Pennsylvania Department of State website.