State Resources
Maryland
In selecting men for office, let principle be your guide. Regard not the particular sect or denomination of the candidate – look to his character. (Noah Webster)
Important Election Dates
Primary Election - June 23, 2026
Registration & Party Affiliation Deadline
June 2, 2026
Absentee Ballot Deadlines*
Request mail ballot: June 16, 2026
Request online ballot: June 19, 2026
Return: June 23, 2026 (postmarked by 8PM
Early Voting
June 11, 2026 – June 18, 2026
*The in person absentee ballot request deadline is election day (June 23, 2026).
Maryland conducts elections by mail. Unless otherwise noted, requests/ballots must be received by the deadlines listed above.
General Election - November 3, 2026
Registration Deadline
October 13, 2026
Absentee Ballot Deadlines*
Request mail ballot: Oct. 27, 2026
Request online ballot: Oct. 30, 2026
Return: November 3, 2026
Early Voting
October 22, 2026 – October 29, 2026
*The in person absentee ballot request deadline is election day (November 3, 2026).
Maryland conducts elections by mail. Unless otherwise noted, requests/ballots must be received by the deadlines listed above.
