Election Day 2024: What's Open and Closed
Despite not being a federal holiday, Election Day sees varied closures across schools and businesses while banks and postal services remain operational.
- Most banks, including major branches like Bank of America and Wells Fargo, are open and operating during regular hours on Election Day.
- The U.S. Postal Service, along with UPS and FedEx, continues normal operations, ensuring mail and package delivery on November 5.
- Milwaukee Public Schools are closed for students, as many schools serve as polling locations, but staff will attend for professional development.
- Election Day is not a federal holiday, so many government agencies and businesses remain open, although some may choose to close or offer time off for voting.
- The U.S. stock market is open and trading as usual, aligning with its schedule of closures on recognized federal holidays.
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