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Connecticut Primary Election

Tuesday, August 11, 2026 · Connecticut

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How to Vote

Registration Deadlines

Register to vote
Online
Friday, July 24, 20261 month
By Mail
Friday, July 24, 20261 month
In Person
Monday, August 10, 20261 month

Voting

Early Voting Starts
Monday, August 3, 20261 month
Early Voting Ends
Sunday, August 9, 20261 month
Mail Ballot Due
Tuesday, August 11, 20261 month

Connecticut

(860) 509-6100lead@ct.gov

Contests

94 races on the ballot

State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 26

2 Candidates

Lucy DathanDemocratic Party
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Sam NestorDemocratic Party
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Secretary of State

Connecticut

Candidate (Uncontested)

Peter LumajRepublican Party
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State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 7

Candidate (Uncontested)

John KisselRepublican Party
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US Representative

Connecticut District 5

4 Candidates

Michele BotelhoRepublican Party
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John BucciarelliRepublican Party
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Jonathan De BarrosRepublican Party· 1 endorsement
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Chris SheaRepublican Party
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State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 30

Candidate (Uncontested)

Aaron ZimmerDemocratic Party
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State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 3

Candidate (Uncontested)

Saud AnwarDemocratic Party
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State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 16

Candidate (Uncontested)

Jack PerryDemocratic Party
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State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 22

Candidate (Uncontested)

Scott ModlinRepublican Party
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Governor

Connecticut

3 Candidates

Ryan FazioRepublican Party
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Betsy McCaugheyRepublican Party
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Timothy WilcoxRepublican Party
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State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 21

Candidate (Uncontested)

Carolann ReidDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Connecticut House of Representatives District 18

Candidate (Uncontested)

Tiffani McGinnisDemocratic Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 12

Candidate (Uncontested)

Lisa DeaneRepublican Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 32

Candidate (Uncontested)

Eric BerthelRepublican Party
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State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 24

Candidate (Uncontested)

Melissa LindseyRepublican Party
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State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 35

Candidate (Uncontested)

Ethan WerstlerDemocratic Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 26

Candidate (Uncontested)

Alma SarelliRepublican Party
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State Representative

Connecticut House of Representatives District 70

Candidate (Uncontested)

Seth BronkoRepublican Party
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US Representative

Connecticut District 2

2 Candidates

Joe CourtneyDemocratic Party
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Kyle GauckDemocratic Party
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State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 2

3 Candidates

Douglas McCroryDemocratic Party
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Maryam KhanDemocratic Party
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Ayana TaylorDemocratic Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 21

Candidate (Uncontested)

Jason PerilloRepublican Party
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US Representative

Connecticut District 4

2 Candidates

Jim HimesDemocratic Party
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Joseph Perez-CaputoDemocratic Party
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State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 32

Candidate (Uncontested)

Matthew KnickerbockerDemocratic Party
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State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 3

Candidate (Uncontested)

Eliott HughesRepublican Party
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Secretary of State

Connecticut

Candidate (Uncontested)

Stephanie ThomasDemocratic Party
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State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 20

Candidate (Uncontested)

Martha MarxDemocratic Party
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State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 36

2 Candidates

Janet Stone McGuiganDemocratic Party
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Jill OberlanderDemocratic Party
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State

State Representative

Connecticut House of Representatives District 102

Candidate (Uncontested)

Ray IngrahamRepublican Party
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State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 24

Candidate (Uncontested)

Julie KushnerDemocratic Party
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US Representative

Connecticut District 4

3 Candidates

Luz BuenoRepublican Party
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Michael GoldsteinRepublican Party
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Daniel MiressiRepublican Party
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US Representative

Connecticut District 5

3 Candidates

Jahana HayesDemocratic Party· 1 endorsement
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Winter SolomitaDemocratic Party
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Jackson Taddeo-WaiteDemocratic Party
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State

State Representative

Connecticut House of Representatives District 92

2 Candidates

Justin FarmerDemocratic Party
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Eli SabinDemocratic Party
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State

Lieutenant Governor

Connecticut

2 Candidates

Tim AckertRepublican Party
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Matthew CoreyRepublican Party
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State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 15

Candidate (Uncontested)

Ruben RodriguezRepublican Party
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State Representative

Connecticut House of Representatives District 150

Candidate (Uncontested)

Steve MeskersDemocratic Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 6

Candidate (Uncontested)

Tremell CollinsRepublican Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 22

Candidate (Uncontested)

Sujata Gadkar-WilcoxDemocratic Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 12

Candidate (Uncontested)

Christine CohenDemocratic Party
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US Representative

Connecticut District 2

2 Candidates

George AustinRepublican Party
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Sean RandallRepublican Party
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State

State Representative

Connecticut House of Representatives District 58

Candidate (Uncontested)

John SantanellaDemocratic Party
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State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 11

Candidate (Uncontested)

Alphonse PaolilloDemocratic Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 19

2 Candidates

Mike FranceRepublican Party
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Jason GuidoneRepublican Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 8

Candidate (Uncontested)

Paul HonigDemocratic Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 17

Candidate (Uncontested)

John-Paul DoraisRepublican Party
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State

State Representative

Connecticut House of Representatives District 34

Candidate (Uncontested)

Melissa ZiobronRepublican Party
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State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 16

Candidate (Uncontested)

Robert C. SampsonRepublican Party
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State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 34

Candidate (Uncontested)

Brandi MandatoDemocratic Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 19

Candidate (Uncontested)

Catherine OstenDemocratic Party
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State

State Representative

Connecticut House of Representatives District 117

Candidate (Uncontested)

Raymond Collins IIIRepublican Party
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Federal

US Representative

Connecticut District 3

3 Candidates

Rosa L. DeLauroDemocratic Party
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Damjan DeNobleDemocratic Party
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Andrew RiceDemocratic Party
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State Representative

Connecticut House of Representatives District 77

Candidate (Uncontested)

DeWayne Wynn Jr.Democratic Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 13

2 Candidates

Jonathan FazzinoDemocratic Party
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Jim JinksDemocratic Party
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State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 4

Candidate (Uncontested)

Jenn JenningsRepublican Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 2

Candidate (Uncontested)

Tim KnottsRepublican Party
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State

State Representative

Connecticut House of Representatives District 136

Candidate (Uncontested)

Lee GoldsteinDemocratic Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 14

Candidate (Uncontested)

James MaroneyDemocratic Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 33

Candidate (Uncontested)

Norm NeedlemanDemocratic Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 34

Candidate (Uncontested)

Paul Cicarella, Jr.Republican Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 4

Candidate (Uncontested)

MD RahmanDemocratic Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 5

Candidate (Uncontested)

Derek SlapDemocratic Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 29

Candidate (Uncontested)

Mae FlexerDemocratic Party
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Federal

US Representative

Connecticut District 3

2 Candidates

Rafael IrizarryRepublican Party
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Christopher LanciaRepublican Party
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State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 31

Candidate (Uncontested)

Henri MartinRepublican Party
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State

State Representative

Connecticut House of Representatives District 66

Candidate (Uncontested)

Suzanne LovigDemocratic Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 28

Candidate (Uncontested)

Amybeth LarocheRepublican Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 28

2 Candidates

Rob BlanchardDemocratic Party
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Dave RockDemocratic Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 15

Candidate (Uncontested)

Joan HartleyDemocratic Party
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Federal

US Representative

Connecticut District 1

2 Candidates

Amy ChaiRepublican Party· 1 endorsement
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Earvin EugeneRepublican Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 9

2 Candidates

Matthew L. LesserDemocratic Party
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Anita Ford SaundersDemocratic Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 33

Candidate (Uncontested)

Charles FerraroRepublican Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 8

2 Candidates

Michael CrissRepublican Party
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Andrew ZiembaRepublican Party
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State

State Representative

Connecticut House of Representatives District 52

Candidate (Uncontested)

Vincent TocciDemocratic Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 23

2 Candidates

Herron GastonDemocratic Party
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Christopher RodriguezDemocratic Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 14

Candidate (Uncontested)

Owen WeaverRepublican Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 7

3 Candidates

David AlexanderDemocratic Party
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David William KinerDemocratic Party
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Cynthia ManginiDemocratic Party
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State

Governor

Connecticut

2 Candidates

Ned LamontDemocratic Party
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Joshua ElliottDemocratic Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 10

Candidate (Uncontested)

Gary WinfieldDemocratic Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 35

Candidate (Uncontested)

Jeff GordonRepublican Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 27

Candidate (Uncontested)

Patricia MillerDemocratic Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 25

2 Candidates

Bob DuffDemocratic Party
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Chris DwyerDemocratic Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 6

Candidate (Uncontested)

Rick LopesDemocratic Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 18

Candidate (Uncontested)

Heather SomersRepublican Party
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State

State Representative

Connecticut House of Representatives District 107

Candidate (Uncontested)

Marty FoncelloRepublican Party
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State Representative

Connecticut House of Representatives District 50

Candidate (Uncontested)

Jadon MacCormackRepublican Party
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State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 31

Candidate (Uncontested)

Laurel LaPorte-GrimesDemocratic Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 36

Candidate (Uncontested)

Joe KellyRepublican Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 25

Candidate (Uncontested)

Justin PerryRepublican Party
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Federal

US Representative

Connecticut District 1

6 Candidates

John LarsonDemocratic Party· 1 endorsement
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Luke BroninDemocratic Party· 1 endorsement
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Ruth FortuneDemocratic Party
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Jillian GilchrestDemocratic Party· 1 endorsement
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Mark Stewart GreensteinDemocratic Party
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Tom McCormickDemocratic Party
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State

Treasurer

Connecticut

Candidate (Uncontested)

Fred WilmsRepublican Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 18

Candidate (Uncontested)

Joe de la CruzDemocratic Party
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State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 1

Candidate (Uncontested)

John FonfaraDemocratic Party
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State

State Representative

Connecticut House of Representatives District 107

Candidate (Uncontested)

Julie KertonDemocratic Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 30

Candidate (Uncontested)

Stephen Harding, Jr.Republican Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 29

Candidate (Uncontested)

Chris ReddyRepublican Party
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State

State Senator

Connecticut State Senate District 17

Candidate (Uncontested)

Jorge CabreraDemocratic Party
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Voter FAQ

Can I submit voter registration forms in person?
You can complete a voter registration application in person. Contact your Registrar of Voters for information on when and where to register to vote.Election-day registration is not available at your polling place, but is available at a designated location in each town, beginning at 6 a.m. and ending at 8 p.m. (You can register and vote at the designated location for your town.) Please plan to arrive early in the day as there may be long lines. You must be registered by 8 p.m. in order to vote. You will need to provide proof of identity and residency.Learn more by visiting the Connecticut Secretary of State website or contacting your Registrar of Voters.
How do I see what's on my ballot?
View official ballot information on the Connecticut Secretary of State website, if available.
How do I contact my state election office?
Secretary of State165 Capitol Avenue Suite 1000 Hartford, CT 06106Telephone: (860) 509-6100
Do I need to bring an ID to vote in person?
You may be asked to show ID to vote in Connecticut. Acceptable forms include: Social Security card any pre-printed form of ID that shows your name and address, name and signature, or name and photographIf you're a first-time voter who registered by mail, you will need to show proof of residence as well. Acceptable forms include: current and valid photo ID that shows your name and address copy of a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or government document that shows your name and addressVoters without ID: If you are unable to provide ID, you will be able to sign an affidavit instead and then vote normally. If you're a first-time voter without ID, you may vote a provisional ballot.
Who can register to vote?
To register in Connecticut you must: be a United States citizenbe a resident of Connecticut and of the town in which you wish to vote be at least 17 years old and be at least 18 years old on or before Election Day (17 year-olds who will turn 18 on or before Election Day may participate in the general primary)have completed confinement if previously convicted of a felony, and have had your voting rights restored by Registrars of Voters
How do I vote if I'm in the military or live overseas?
Active-duty military, their families, and overseas citizens can register to vote and request their absentee ballot using the Federal Post Card Application (FPCA). The FPCA process is done by mail, but your state may offer other options to request and return ballots. Please contact your Town Clerk for more information about delivery and return methods, including email, fax, and state online portals. To follow the FPCA process:Fill out the Federal Post Card Application (FPCA), or download a copy. Your Town Clerk may have questions, so please provide an email address or phone number where they can reach you.Send the application to your Town Clerk.It is never too early to submit an FPCA! Please do so as soon as possible.Please fill out and send back your ballot as soon as you receive it.States begin mailing absentee ballots at least 45 days before Election Day. If you haven't received your ballot by 30 days before Election Day, contact your Town Clerk.If your ballot does not arrive after you submit your FPCA, contact your Town Clerk first. Then: You can still vote using the Federal Write-In Absentee Ballot (FWAB). Print, sign, and mail your FWAB to your Town Clerk.If you mail a FWAB and then receive your regular absentee ballot, you should complete and mail your absentee ballot also. Election officials will ensure that only one ballot is counted.The Federal Voting Assistance Program offers additional information on military and overseas voting in Connecticut. You can also call 1-800-438-VOTE (8683) or email vote@fvap.gov
How can I check my voter registration status?
You can look up your voter registration record and verify that your information is correct using Connecticut's voter registration lookup tool.
Register to Vote
If you’re not registered: Register online by Jul 24. Your by mail registration form must be postmarked by Jul 24. Visit Connecticut’s website for more information about voter registration.
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