Form SEL 505. Oregon Request for Voter Registration Cards

The Request for Voter Registration Cards SEL 505 form is used for the purpose of requesting voter registration cards in the state of Oregon. This form is typically used by individuals, organizations, or entities involved in voter registration drives or campaigns to obtain official voter registration cards for distribution to eligible voters.

Key Sections and Information:

1. For Office Use Only:

   • This section is reserved for office use and includes fields for recording the number of voter registration cards provided or shipped, the staff person who filled the request, and the date the request was filled or shipped.
   • It also allows for indicating whether the voter registration cards were picked up or shipped.

2. Request Information:

   • Date of Request: Enter the date when the request for voter registration cards is made.
   • Person and/or Organization Making Request: Provide the name of the individual or organization making the request.
   • Mailing Address (no PO Boxes): Include the complete mailing address where the requested voter registration cards should be sent.
   • City, State, Zip Code, and County: Specify the city, state, ZIP code, and county associated with the provided mailing address.
   • Daytime Telephone Number: Enter a contact telephone number for the requester.
   • Email Address: Include an email address for correspondence.

3. Distribution Plan:

   • Indicate the type and quantity of voter registration forms being requested. Options include SEL 500 English Version (9 X 12), SEL 500LP Large Print Version (11 X 17), and SEL 500a Spanish Version (9 X 12).
   • Answer whether there have been previous requests for voter registration cards from the Elections Division or county elections offices.
   • Provide details about how and where the requested voter registration cards will be distributed and if any publicizing efforts are planned.
   • Specify if coordination with another voter registration drive is taking place and provide relevant details.

4. Signature and Date:

   • The requester must sign and date the form as an agreement to return any unused voter registration cards to the Elections Division.

5. Information on Help America Vote Act (HAVA) and Other Election Laws:

   • This section provides information about the federal Help America Vote Act (HAVA) and its requirements for voter registration, including the need for an Oregon DMV Driver’s License or Identification number or the last four digits of the Social Security number.
   • It highlights the responsibilities of registrants and provides details on acceptable identification.
   • The section also mentions other election laws, including the requirement to forward registration cards promptly and the prohibition of altering information on registration cards by unauthorized individuals.

Usage: This form is used by individuals, organizations, or entities involved in voter registration efforts in Oregon. It allows them to request voter registration cards for distribution to eligible voters. The form collects essential information about the requester, the distribution plan, and compliance with election laws, including HAVA requirements.