Ride to the Polls: Secretary Benson Provides Free Ride Resources as Election Day Approaches

Image courtesy of michiganvoting.org With the November 5 General Election just days away, Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson urges voters to plan their transportation to polling places or early voting sites. To facilitate voter participation, Benson has released a list highlighting nonpartisan organizations and businesses offering free or discounted rides, ensuring every voter has the opportunity to make their voice heard. Secretary Benson highlighted the importance of ensuring that transportation does not stand in the way of any eligible Michigan citizen’s access to the ballot box. “I’m glad lawmakers worked to lift the ban on providing rides to voting locations and grateful to the organizations who have stepped up to provide transportation for citizens who need it to vote,” Benson said. “These services will be essential for many, especially older citizens and voters with disabilities, to ensure every eligible voter can make their voice heard in this election.” Several transportation agencies throughout the state are providing rides to assist voters in reaching polling places. The Capital Area Transportation Authority (CATA) is offering complimentary rides across its entire system until November 5 for individuals registering to vote, engaging in early voting, or delivering their ballot to a drop box or polling...