Data and Research
Future Voter Scorecards
We developed an innovative research model using the most reliable data available: voter files, reports from election officials, and demographic data from the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.
Our Scorecards measure our program success, as well as illustrate disparities by region, filling a much needed gap in research.
What do they do?
Measure voter registration and turnout rates of 18-year-olds at the local level (school districts, cities, counties).
Measure rates of preregistration in states where 16- and 17-year-olds can register.
Publish rankings and track changes over time.
Publications
We routinely provide news, research, and analysis concerning high school voter registration. Explore our publications, focusing on state-specific research to nationwide calls to action.
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Increasing Voter Registration Among 18-Year-Olds in New Hampshire
Research Report
Feb. 2024
Laura W. Brill, Kassie Canter, Fionn Shea -
Spotlight on New York
Lack of comprehensive implementation of voter preregistration law has led to low rates and grave inequalities
Apr. 2023
by Laura W. Brill -
New Hampshire Research Report
Registration rates lag, but same-day registration provides a chance for first-time voters in the midterms
Sep. 2022
The Civics Center -
Introducing Students to our Democracy
A case study of compliance with youth voter registration laws in Georgia and North Carolina
Sep. 2022
Marina Pino & Vicki Shapiro -
Future Voters and Gaps in Our Democracy
A Report and Call to Action on the 50th Anniversary of the 26th Amendment
March 2021
Laura Brill, Andrea Hartman, Vicki Shapiro, James Wenz -
The Civics Center’s Toolkit for California Educators
We prepared this Toolkit to provide useful resources and a step-by-step guide for high school voter registration activities.
Feb. 2022
The Civics Center