Frequently Asked Questions
The questions and answers below pertain to residents of Amherst County, Virginia. Have a question that we haven’t addressed? Let us know and we’ll do our best to find an answer for you!
Voter Registration and Voting Information
How do I register to vote in the state of Virginia?
You can register to vote online by visiting the Virginia Department of Elections website.
How can I check if I'm registered to vote in the state of Virginia?
You can check your registration status online by visiting the Virginia Department of Elections website.
I'm registered to vote in the state of Virginia, but I need to update my address. How can I do that?
You can update your registration address online by visiting the Virginia Department of Elections website.
Where can I find my polling place?
You can find your polling place by visiting the Virginia Department of Elections website.
How can I check my voting history in the state of Virginia?
You can check your voting history online by visiting the Virginia Department of Elections website.
Elected Representatives
Who are my elected representatives?
Look up your legislators online by entering your home address on the Virginia General Assembly website.
The following elected officials represent all Virginia residents:
- Abigail Spanberger (Democrat)
- Assumed office on January 17, 2026 for a four-year term.
- Her current term ends on January 12, 2030.
- Learn more on Ballotpedia.
- Lieutenant Governor Ghazala F. Hashmi (Democrat)
- Assumed office on January 17, 2026 for a four-year term.
- Her current term ends on January 12, 2030.
- Learn more on Ballotpedia.
- Attorney General Jay Jones (Democrat)
- Assumed office on January 17, 2026 for a four-year term.
- His current term ends on January 12, 2030.
- Learn more on Ballotpedia.
- U.S. Senator Tim Kaine (Democrat)
- Assumed office on January 3, 2013 for a six-year term, and was re-elected in 2018 and 2024.
- His current term ends on January 3, 2031.
- Learn more on Ballotpedia.
- U.S. Senator Mark R. Warner (Democrat)
- Assumed office on January 3, 2009 for a six-year term, and was re-elected twice in 2014 and 2020.
- His current term ends on January 3, 2027.
- Learn more on Ballotpedia.
The following elected officials represent all Amherst County residents:
- U.S. House of Representative John McGuire (Republican, 5th Congressional District)
- Assumed office on January 3, 2025 for a two-year term.
- His current term ends on January 3, 2027.
- Learn more on Ballotpedia.
- Virginia State Senator R. Creigh Deeds (Democrat, 11th District)
- Assumed office on January 10, 2024 for a four-year term.
- His current term ends on January 12, 2028.
- Learn more on Ballotpedia.
- Virginia State Delegate Timothy P. Griffin (Republican, 53rd District)
- Assumed office on January 10, 2024 for a two-year term, and was re-elected in 2025.
- His current term ends on January 12, 2028.
- Learn more on Ballotpedia.