Voter Information Center
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Make a plan, be prepared, and spread the word.
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
This is a consequential primary election for Maine. Voters will decide every seat in the state Legislature this year, plus a U.S. Senate race and an open race for governor.
There are several ways to vote in Maine:
- Vote by mail
- Vote early in person
- Vote in person on Election Day
New this year: All voters can use ongoing absentee ballots.
All Maine voters can apply for ongoing absentee voter status with no excuse or reason required. With ongoing absentee voting, you can automatically receive a mail-in ballot for each election without having to request a ballot every time. Learn more and apply for ongoing absentee status here.
Open the menus below to choose how you will vote, plan a time to vote, and know what you need.
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