Vote Smarter 2020: When Do All The Votes Have To Be Counted?

The video explains the process of vote counting and finalizing election results in the U.S. It covers state-specific laws, the period for challenges and recounts, and the timeline for finalizing results. Key dates include the Safe Harbor deadline on December 8th and the Electoral College vote on December 14th. Congress certifies the results on January 6th.

What is the initial step in the election process after voting ends?

• Congressional approval

• Electoral College voting

• Vote counting

• Certification of results

What might the losing side do if the election results are very close?

• Announce a new election

• Accept the results

• Ignore the results

• Request a recount

What is the significance of the Safe Harbor deadline?

• It is the day electors cast their votes

• It is the deadline for states to certify their results

• It is the day of the presidential inauguration

• It is when Congress certifies the election

What happens if a state misses the Safe Harbor deadline?

• The state must hold a new election

• Congress may determine the winner of the state's electoral votes

• The election results are void

• The state loses its electoral votes

When does Congress officially certify the election results?

• January 20th

• December 8th

• January 6th

• December 14th