RELIC often gets asked about the election process, but the one question that is asked the most is regarding the Electoral College. Learn about resources covering the Electoral College’s history, its connection to the voting process, and a timeline that applies to the current election.

National Archives: The National Archives gives a detailed overview of the Electoral College, including key dates and events associated with the upcoming election as they apply to the Electoral College. Click to read more.

The 12th Amendment:

Passed by Congress on December 9, 1803, and ratified on June 15, 1804, this Amendment explains what we know today as the “Electoral College,” but in the Constitution, it is referred to collectively as the “Electors.” Click to read more.

Did you know?

Under the 23rd Amendment of the Constitution, the District of Columbia is allocated three electors and is treated like a State for purposes of the Electoral College. Click to read more.

The Allocation of Votes for Each State:

Click here to learn more about the allocation process and how many each state is allocated.

Now and Then:

Click here to read an extract from the election law of the Commonwealth of Virginia in 1883. It gives insight into the voting process at that time and makes you think about how far it has come and the struggles to get “all American citizens” the right to vote.