State Resources
California
Your vote matters!
Did you know that a 2024 California City Council election resulted in a tie? The winner was decided by drawing straws.
Important Election Dates
Primary Election - June 2, 2026
Registration Deadlines*
Online/Mail In: May 18, 2026
In-Person: June 2, 2026
Absentee Ballot Deadlines
Request: May 26, 2026
Return: June 2, 2026 (postmarked)
Early In Person Voting
May 23, 2026 – June 1, 2026
*California conducts elections by mail, but offers same day in-person registration. Requests/ballots must be received by the dates above. Ballot boxes will open May 5, 2026. Postmarked ballots must be received by June 9, 2026.
General Election - November 3, 2026
Registration Deadlines*
Online/Mail In: October 19, 2026
In-Person: November 2, 2026
Absentee Ballot Deadlines
Request: October 27, 2026
Return: November 3, 2026
Early In Person Voting
TBA
*California conducts elections by mail, but offers same day in-person registration. Requests/ballots must be received by the dates above.
