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Here’s everything you need to vote in the 2026 election.<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

The Washington Informer is your 2026 elections headquarters. Check here for everything you need to know \u2014 from where and when to vote, to what’s the latest news.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Registration<\/summary>\n

\u2022 Check your registration status<\/a>
\u2022 Register to vote<\/a>
\u2022 Pre-register to vote (for future voters)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n

Mail-in and absentee ballots<\/summary>\n

\u2022 Request your absentee ballot<\/a>
\u2022 Request your mail-in ballot<\/a><\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n

Find where and when to vote<\/summary>\n

\u2022 Find out where to vote<\/a>
\u2022 Find upcoming elections<\/a><\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n

Additional resources<\/summary>\n

\u2022 Sign up for election reminders<\/a>
\u2022 Locate your local election office<\/a><\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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