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Iowa

Your Vote Matters!

Did you know that a 2017 Riceville, Iowa school board candidate lost an uncontested race because no one voted in that election?

Important Election Dates

Primary Election - June 2, 2026

Registration Deadline*

May 18, 2026

Absentee Ballot Deadlines

Request: May 18, 2026

Return: June 2, 2026 (8PM)

In Person Early Voting

May 13, 2026 – June 1, 2026

*Iowa offers same day in person registration. Check with your local elections office for details. 

General Election - November 3, 2026

Registration Deadline*

October 19, 2026

Absentee Ballot Deadlines

Request: October 19, 2026 

Return: November 3, 2026 (8PM)

In Person Early Voting

October 14, 2026 – November 2, 2026

*Iowa offers same day in person registration. Check with your local elections office for details. 

State Voter Guides

Voting Resources

Have you ever wondered how elections work, or if your vote actually matters?

 

Numerous elections have been won, or tied, by only a handful of votes. Depending on the state, elections resulting in a tie can be decided by games of chance – like drawing cards. Your vote matters!

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Righteous Leadership Matters

“When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man rules, the people groan.” (Proverbs 29:2)