What's on the ballot for the November 3 midterms?

The offices on the ballot include:

• All 5 of the state’s U.S. House of Representatives members
• All 6 of the state’s Constitutional Officers: Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of the State, Comptroller, Treasurer, and Attorney General
• All 36 State Senators
• All 151 State Representatives
• Judge of Probate and, in some towns, other municipal positions, including 

  Registrars of Voters.

Visit MyVote.CT.gov/sampleballots 1-2 weeks prior to the election to see who’s on your ballot or for a full list of candidates throughout the state, see Appendix II in the Secretary of the State's comprehensive 2026 General Election Guide. 

Am I eligible to vote in Connecticut?

You are eligible to vote in Connecticut IF you:

• Are a U.S. citizen and resident of Connecticut
• Are 18 years old, or turning 18 before Election Day
• Have completed confinement, if you were convicted of a felony

Can all registered voters participate in the midterms?

Yes, as long as they are on the active voter list. If you registered before but have not voted in the last four years, you may be considered an "inactive" voter and will need to update your registration to be placed back on the "active" list. Contact your Registrar of Voters to verify your status and use any of the options below to update your registration.

How do I register or update my registration in time to vote in the General Election?

To check your registration status, use the Voter Lookup Tool at MyVote.CT.gov/lookup or call your Registrar of Voters.

1. To register online, by mail, or at the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and vote in the General Election, the deadline is October 16:

• Mail-in registration forms must be postmarked on this day or received by your Registrars of Voters.
• Online voter registration applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m.
• Voter registration at the DMV must be completed by close of business.
• In-person registration at your local Registrars of Voters’ office ends at 8 p.m.

2. Same-Day Registration (SDR) is also available for new voters after October 16, during the Early Voting period or on Election Day. SDR is available at a designated location in each town, and is not available at your regular Election Day polling place. Registered voters can update their registration in person after October 16 at their Registrar of Voters' office during business hours.

What are my voting options?

Every eligible voter has three voting options this year:

1. Election Day - In-person voting is November 3 from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m at your regular polling location. Find your regulary polling location online with the Voter Lookup Tool at MyVote.CT.gov/lookup or call your town hall. 
2. In-person Early Voting - Monday October 19 to Sunday November 1, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with extended hours on Tuesday, October 27 and Thursday, October 29 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.  Find your Early Voting location HERE.
3. Absentee Voting is a two-step process, but no excuse is needed to apply! Ballots became available on October 2. Completed absentee ballot must be received by your Town Clerk by 8 p.m. on Election Day.

Visit the Early Voting and Absentee Voting FAQ for more details. 

What ID do I need to show in order to vote?

ID requirement for in-person voting for first-time voters:

• Copy of a current and valid photo ID that shows the voter’s name and address or copy of a current utility bill, bank, statement, government check, paycheck, or government document that shows the voter’s name and address.

ID requirements for all other voters (this includes most voters):

• Social security card or any pre-printed form of ID showing the voter’s name together with his or her (1) address, (2) signature, or (3) photograph.
• Alternative to ID:  Sign a statement on Form ED-681.

Visit FAQ - Voter Identification for more details.

Where can I find more nonpartisan Connecticut election information?

• Visit VOTE411.org from the League of Women Voters Education Fund or visit the Secretary of the State's official voter information page at MyVote.CT.gov.