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Vermont Statewide Primary Election

Tuesday, August 11, 2026 · Vermont

How to Vote

Registration Deadlines

Register to vote

Same-day registration available

Voting

Early Voting Starts
Saturday, June 27, 20265 days
Early Voting Ends
Monday, August 10, 20261 month
Mail Ballot Due
Tuesday, August 11, 20261 month

Contests

113 races on the ballot

State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Lamoille-2 District

2 seats up for election

Candidate (Uncontested)

Richard BaileyRepublican Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Bennington-5 District

2 seats up for election

2 Candidates

Michael NigroDemocratic Party
Tom BlakelyDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Chittenden-14 District

2 seats up for election

2 Candidates

Barbara RachelsonDemocratic Party
Mary-Katherine StoneDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Windsor-2 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

VL CoffinRepublican Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Orleans-Lamoille District

2 seats up for election

2 Candidates

Mark HigleyRepublican Party
Praneet MenonRepublican Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Chittenden-25 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Brenda SteadyRepublican Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Bennington-4 District

2 seats up for election

Candidate (Uncontested)

Al ClaytonRepublican Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Addison-5 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Jubilee McGillDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Washington-4 District

2 seats up for election

Candidate (Uncontested)

Pelin KohnDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Addison-Rutland District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Jim CaseyRepublican Party
State

State Senator

Vermont State Senate Essex District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Russ IngallsRepublican Party
State

State Senator

Vermont State Senate Franklin District

2 seats up for election

Candidate (Uncontested)

Alexander BobellaDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Chittenden-8 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Bridget BurkhardtDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Franklin-6 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

James GregoireRepublican Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Franklin-1 District

2 seats up for election

Candidate (Uncontested)

Carolyn Whitney BranaganRepublican Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Chittenden-13 District

2 seats up for election

Candidate (Uncontested)

Bram KleppnerDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Addison-4 District

2 seats up for election

Candidate (Uncontested)

Renee McguinnessRepublican Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Rutland-7 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Chris KeyserRepublican Party
State

Secretary of State

Vermont

Candidate (Uncontested)

Sarah Copeland HanzasDemocratic Party
State

Vermont Treasurer

Vermont

Candidate (Uncontested)

Joshua BechhoeferRepublican Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Windsor-Addison District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Kirk WhiteDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Addison-1 District

2 seats up for election

2 Candidates

Robin ScheuDemocratic Party
Amy SheldonDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Essex-Caledonia District

Candidate (Uncontested)

John KascenskaRepublican Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Franklin-7 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Allen DemarRepublican Party
State

Attorney General

Vermont

Candidate (Uncontested)

Charity ClarkDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Chittenden-24 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Alyssa BlackDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Chittenden-10 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Kate NugentDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Caledonia-Essex District

2 seats up for election

Candidate (Uncontested)

Deborah Cordz DolginRepublican Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Chittenden-21 District

2 seats up for election

Candidate (Uncontested)

Daisy BerbecoDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Rutland-9 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Jeff HaylonDemocratic Party
State

Lieutenant Governor

Vermont

3 Candidates

Esther CharlestinDemocratic Party
Molly GrayDemocratic Party
Ryan McLarenDemocratic Party
State

State Senator

Vermont State Senate Windsor District

3 seats up for election

5 Candidates

Joe MajorDemocratic Party
Rebecca WhiteDemocratic Party
Benjamin BricknerDemocratic Party
Elizabeth BurrowsDemocratic Party
Heather ChaseDemocratic Party
State

State Senator

Vermont State Senate Bennington District

2 seats up for election

3 Candidates

Seth BongartzDemocratic Party
Robert PlunkettDemocratic Party
Brian CampionDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Chittenden-7 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Shawn SweeneyDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Chittenden-6 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Kate LalleyDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Chittenden-1 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Jana BrownDemocratic Party
State

State Senator

Vermont State Senate Orange District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Monique PriestleyDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Chittenden-2 District

2 seats up for election

2 Candidates

Angela ArsenaultDemocratic Party
Erin BradyDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Caledonia-2 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Michael SouthworthRepublican Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Franklin-1 District

2 seats up for election

Candidate (Uncontested)

Caroline BrightDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Rutland-5 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Eric MaguireRepublican Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Addison-4 District

2 seats up for election

Candidate (Uncontested)

Herb OlsonDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Bennington-2 District

2 seats up for election

Candidate (Uncontested)

Asher EdelsonDemocratic Party
State

Vermont State Auditor

Vermont

Candidate (Uncontested)

Timothy AsheDemocratic Party
State

State Senator

Vermont State Senate Rutland District

3 seats up for election

3 Candidates

Brian CollamoreRepublican Party
David WeeksRepublican Party
Terry WilliamsRepublican Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Windsor-1 District

2 seats up for election

Candidate (Uncontested)

John BartholomewDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Franklin-2 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Eileen DickinsonDemocratic Party
State

State Senator

Vermont State Senate Bennington District

2 seats up for election

2 Candidates

Lawrence WhitmireRepublican Party
Josh WilliamsRepublican Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Windham-9 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Ian GoodnowDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Chittenden-17 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Abbey DukeDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Windsor-Windham District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Thomas CharltonRepublican Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Chittenden-12 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Martin LaLondeDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Rutland-2 District

2 seats up for election

Candidate (Uncontested)

Dave PotterDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Grand Isle-Chittenden District

2 seats up for election

2 Candidates

Leland MorganRepublican Party
Michael MorganRepublican Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Chittenden-22 District

2 seats up for election

2 Candidates

Karen DolanDemocratic Party
Lori HoughtonDemocratic Party
State

State Senator

Vermont State Senate Addison District

2 seats up for election

Candidate (Uncontested)

Steven HeffernanRepublican Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Windsor-Orange-1 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

John O'BrienDemocratic Party
State

State Senator

Vermont State Senate Caledonia District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Scott BeckRepublican Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Washington-3 District

2 seats up for election

Candidate (Uncontested)

Michael BoutinRepublican Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Bennington-4 District

2 seats up for election

2 Candidates

Rob HunterDemocratic Party
Thomas WestDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Caledonia-Washington District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Greg BurttRepublican Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Rutland-4 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Anna TadioDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Chittenden-11 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Brian MinierDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Lamoille-3 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Paul SciortinoRepublican Party
State

State Senator

Vermont State Senate Chittenden North District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Irene WrennerDemocratic Party
State

State Senator

Vermont State Senate Chittenden Southeast District

3 seats up for election

5 Candidates

Thomas ChittendenDemocratic Party
Virginia LyonsDemocratic Party
Kesha Ram HinsdaleDemocratic Party
Joanna GrossmanDemocratic Party
Elizabeth HuntDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Chittenden-5 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Chea Waters EvansDemocratic Party
State

State Senator

Vermont State Senate Chittenden North District

2 Candidates

Chris MattosRepublican Party
Ashley BartleyRepublican Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Addison-3 District

2 seats up for election

Candidate (Uncontested)

Rob NorthRepublican Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Caledonia-3 District

2 seats up for election

Candidate (Uncontested)

Beth QuimbyRepublican Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Chittenden 3 District

2 seats up for election

Candidate (Uncontested)

Edye GraningDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Chittenden-9 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Emilie KrasnowDemocratic Party
State

State Senator

Vermont State Senate Grand Isle District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Patrick BrennanRepublican Party
State

State Senator

Vermont State Senate Chittenden Central District

3 seats up for election

4 Candidates

Martine GulickDemocratic Party
Tanya VyhovskyDemocratic Party
Nikhil GoyalDemocratic Party
Elaine HaneyDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Bennington-1 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Jonathan CooperDemocratic Party
State

State Senator

Vermont State Senate Chittenden Southeast District

3 seats up for election

2 Candidates

Bruce RoyRepublican Party
Javen SearsRepublican Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Rutland-6 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Mary HowardDemocratic Party
State

Lieutenant Governor

Vermont

Candidate (Uncontested)

John RodgersRepublican Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Orleans-2 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Woodman PageRepublican Party
State

Governor

Vermont

2 Candidates

Amanda JanooDemocratic Party
Aly RichardsDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Franklin-5 District

2 seats up for election

2 Candidates

Lisa HangoDemocratic Party
Wayne LarocheDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Windham-8 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Daniel QuippDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Windsor-Orange-2 District

2 seats up for election

Candidate (Uncontested)

Rebecca HolcombeDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Chittenden-25 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Julia AndrewsDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Essex-Orleans District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Larry LaborRepublican Party
State

State Senator

Vermont State Senate Franklin District

2 seats up for election

2 Candidates

Randy BrockRepublican Party
Robert NorrisRepublican Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Chittenden-23 District

2 seats up for election

2 Candidates

Leonora DodgeDemocratic Party
Golrang GarofanoDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Orange-Caledonia District

Candidate (Uncontested)

James MerriamDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Lamoille-2 District

2 seats up for election

2 Candidates

Daniel NoyesDemocratic Party
Jim RyanDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Bennington-3 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

David DurfeeDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Chittenden-Franklin District

2 seats up for election

Candidate (Uncontested)

Anthony MicklusRepublican Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Bennington-Rutland District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Sandy PinsonaultRepublican Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Chittenden-4 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Phil PouechDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Chittenden-18 District

2 seats up for election

Candidate (Uncontested)

Carol OdeDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Lamoille-Washington District

2 seats up for election

Candidate (Uncontested)

David YacovoneDemocratic Party
Federal

US Representative

Vermont

Candidate (Uncontested)

Becca BalintDemocratic Party· 2 endorsements
State

State Senator

Vermont State Senate Windsor District

3 seats up for election

Candidate (Uncontested)

Jonathan GleasonRepublican Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Caledonia-Essex District

2 seats up for election

Candidate (Uncontested)

Scott CampbellDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Windham-7 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Emilie KornheiserDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Windham-6 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Emily Carris-DuncanDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Chittenden-19 District

2 seats up for election

Candidate (Uncontested)

Sarita AustinDemocratic Party
State

Governor

Vermont

Candidate (Uncontested)

Phil ScottRepublican Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Chittenden-16 District

2 seats up for election

Candidate (Uncontested)

Jill KrowinskiDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Windham-Windsor-Bennington District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Christopher MorrowDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Bennington-Rutland District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Mike RiceDemocratic Party
State

State Senator

Vermont State Senate Washington District

3 seats up for election

4 Candidates

Ann CummingsDemocratic Party
Andrew PerchlikDemocratic Party
Anne WatsonDemocratic Party
Gabriel LajeunesseDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Chittenden-20 District

2 seats up for election

Candidate (Uncontested)

Gayle PezzoDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Lamoille-3 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Lucy BoydenDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Orange-2 District

Candidate (Uncontested)

Monique PriestleyDemocratic Party
Federal

US Representative

Vermont

2 Candidates

Mark CoesterRepublican Party
Gerald MalloyRepublican Party
State

State Senator

Vermont State Senate Windham District

2 seats up for election

2 Candidates

Wendy HarrisonDemocratic Party
Nader HashimDemocratic Party
State

State Senator

Vermont State Senate Addison District

2 seats up for election

2 Candidates

Ruth HardyDemocratic Party
Hannah SessionsDemocratic Party
State

State Representative

Vermont House of Representatives Windsor-3 District

2 seats up for election

Candidate (Uncontested)

Alice EmmonsDemocratic Party

Voter FAQ

Do I need to bring an ID to vote in person?
If you've voted in Vermont before or if you registered for the first time in person at your clerk’s office, you do not need to show ID to vote.If you're a first-time voter in the municipality who registered by mail or online, and didn't provide ID when you registered, you will need to show ID to vote. Acceptable forms include: valid photo ID copy of a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or any other government document that shows your current name and addressVoters without ID: If you are unable to provide ID, you may register in person at the polls and will need to provide your Vermont driver’s license number or the last four digits of your Social Security number.
Who can register to vote?
To register in Vermont you must: be a United States citizenbe a Vermont residentbe at least 18 years old on or before Election Dayattest that you have taken or affirmed the Voter's Oath when registering to vote for the first time: “You solemnly swear or affirm that whenever you give your vote or suffrage, touching any matter that concerns the State of Vermont, you will do it so as in your conscience you shall judge will most conduce to the best good of the same, as established by the Constitution, without fear or favor of any person.”
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 local election office 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 local election office may have questions, so please provide an email address or phone number where they can reach you.Send the application to your local election office.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 local election office.If your ballot does not arrive after you submit your FPCA, contact your local election office first. Then: You can still vote using the Federal Write-In Absentee Ballot (FWAB). Print, sign, and mail your FWAB to your local election office.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 Vermont. You can also call 1-800-438-VOTE (8683) or email vote@fvap.gov
Can I register to vote on Election Day?
Vermont does offer registration on Election Day. In Vermont, you may register to vote on any day up to and including the day of the election. Registration is available online, by mail, at your town or city clerk's office before the election, and during polling hours on Election Day. Watch this video about election day registration from the Vermont Secretary of State, Elections Division.
Can I register to vote online?
Vermont offers online voter registration.The Vermont online voter registration system is accessible to all Vermont voters.There is no deadline to register online.You should register online by the Friday before Election Day to be sure your name appears on the checklist. If you register online the day before or on Election Day, your application may not be processed and your name may not appear on the checklist, so you may be asked to fill out another application at the polls. Watch this video about online voter registration from the Vermont Secretary of State, Elections Division.
What are key deadlines for this election?
Registration deadlinesIn person during early voting:Jun 27 - Aug 10In-person at voting location on Election Day:Aug 11Absentee ballot deadlinesRequest ballot (received by):Aug 10 by 5:00 p.m. EDTReturn ballot by mail (received by):Aug 11 by 7:00 p.m. EDTReturn ballot in person:Aug 11 by 7:00 p.m. EDTVoting deadlinesEarly voting (in-person absentee voting):varies by locationIn-person:Aug 11
How do I vote by mail?
In Vermont, any registered voter can request to receive a ballot by mail. Request your absentee ballot online by Aug 10. What should I do if I don’t get my ballot?If you don’t receive your ballot in the mail, then contact your local election office.How do I return my ballot?Read the instructions carefully on how to mark and return your ballot.You can return your ballot by mail or by visiting a dedicated drop off location.Contact your local election office for more information about where to return your ballot in person.If you choose to return your ballot by mail, the United States Postal Service (USPS) recommends that voters mail their completed ballots at least one week before the due date. Find a USPS location near you.What do I need to do if I’ve moved?What’s on your ballot depends on where you live, so your voter registration is tied to your exact address. If you’ve moved, you need to re-register with your new address.
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 Vermont Secretary of State, Elections Division website or contacting your local election office. Watch this video about in person registration from the Vermont Secretary of State, Elections Division.