Election Day 2024 falls on Tuesday, November 5, when tens of millions of Americans will head to the polls to vote in the general election.

Election Day is not a federal holiday, but it is recognized by some states. A handful of states even require employers to give employees time off to vote.

Is Election Day a federal holiday?

No, Election Day is not a federal holiday.

The post office will be open and mail will be delivered as usual on Election Day. Stock markets are also open on Election Day.

Most banks will remain open, but some local branches may close depending on local guidelines.

Is Election Day a public holiday?

The answer is that it depends on where you are.

Only five states, including New York, recognize Election Day as a holiday and require employers to give employees paid time off to vote.

The following states require employers to provide paid leave to vote:

• Hawaii
• Illinois
• Maryland
• new York
• West Virginia

The following states recognize an Election Day holiday but do not require paid time off to vote:

• Delaware
• Indiana
• Louisiana
• Michigan
• Montana
• New Jersey
• Rhode Island
• Virginia

So what’s open and what’s closed on Election Day?

NBC New York reunited this list of what is open and closed on election day.