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Hawaii General Election

Tuesday, November 3, 2026 · Hawaii

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Register to vote
Online
Tuesday, November 3, 20267 months
By Mail
Monday, October 26, 20266 months
In Person
Tuesday, November 3, 20267 months

Same-day registration available

Voting

Early Voting Starts
Tuesday, October 20, 20266 months
Early Voting Ends
Monday, November 2, 20267 months
Mail Ballot Due
Tuesday, November 3, 20267 months

Ballot Measures

1 measure for voters to decide

Hawaii Increase Time for Senate to Act on Judicial Appointments Amendment (2026)

Increase Time for Senate to Act on Judicial Appointments Amendment

State legislative processes and sessionsState judicial selection

Increase the timeframe for the Senate to consider and act on appointments of judges and justices from 30 days to 60 days for appointments made between April 1 and December 31 when the Senate is not in regular session or is soon to adjourn the regular session

A YES vote means

<p>A "yes" vote supports increasing the timeframe for the state senate to consider and act on appointments of judges and justices from 30 days to 60 days for appointments made between April 1 and December 31 when the senate is not in regular session or is soon to adjourn the regular session.</p>

A NO vote means

<p>A "no" vote opposes increasing the timeframe for the state senate to consider and act on appointments of judges and justices, thereby maintaining the requirement that the senate act on appointments within 30 days. </p>

3 endorsements for YES

Voter FAQ

Can I register to vote online?
Hawaii offers online voter registration.You need a Hawaii ID and a Social Security number to use Hawaii&#39;s online voter registration system. If you don’t have a Social Security number or a Hawaii-issued ID, you can still submit a voter registration application by mail or in person.In Hawaii, you can register online at any time. However, if you register online close to an election, you should make a plan to vote in person during the early voting period or on Election Day because you may not receive a ballot in the mail for that first election. Watch this video about online voter registration from the Hawaii Office of Elections.
Can I submit voter registration forms in person?
You can complete a voter registration application in person. Contact your local election office for information on when and where to register to vote.You can also register to vote and cast a ballot in person on Election Day.Learn more by visiting the Hawaii Office of Elections website or contacting your local election office. Watch this video about in person registration from the Hawaii Office of Elections.
How do I see what's on my ballot?
View official ballot information on the Hawaii Office of Elections website, if available.
How do I contact my state election office?
Office of Elections802 Lehua Avenue Pearl City, HI 96782Telephone: 808-453-8683
Do I need to bring an ID to vote in person?
If you've voted in Hawaii before, you don't need to provide ID to vote.If you're a first-time voter who registered by mail, and didn't provide a copy of your ID when you registered, you will need to show ID to vote. Acceptable forms include: current and valid photo identification copy of a current utility bill, bank statement, paycheck, or other government issued document that shows your name and addressVoters without ID: If you are unable to provide ID, you will be able to vote a provisional ballot. Your provisional ballot will be counted, as long as you are otherwise eligible to vote.
How do I contact my local election office?
Visit your state’s site to find your local election office.
Who can register to vote?
To register in Hawaii you must: be a United States citizenbe a State of Hawaii residentbe at least 16 years old (you must be 18 years old by election day in order to vote) not be incarcerated for a felony conviction not be adjudicated by a court as "non compos mentis" Watch this video about who can register to vote from the Hawaii Office of Elections.
Register to Vote
Check that you're registered to vote on Hawaii's website. If you’re not registered: Register online by Nov 3. Your by mail registration form must be postmarked by Oct 26.
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