Oregon 2026 general election voter guide

Oregon voters will take part in the state’s 2026 general election. Before voting, each person should confirm the dates, registration rules, ballot contents and voting instructions that apply to the election.

Check the key dates

A voting plan begins with the deadlines. Voters should confirm the date of the general election, the registration deadline and the final deadline for submitting a ballot. These dates serve different purposes, so voters should not assume that completing one step also completes another.

Write down the deadlines in one place and leave time to address a registration question or another problem. When reviewing a deadline, check whether it refers to completing a form, sending something or having it received. Follow the official wording attached to each date.

Voting early in the available period can provide more time to deal with a missing instruction, an outdated registration record or another issue. Anyone waiting until the final day should check the applicable submission requirements before acting.

Confirm your voter registration

Voters should review their registration before the registration deadline. Check that the name and address on the record are current and accurate. A voter who has moved or changed a name should follow Oregon’s instructions for updating the record.

Do not assume that a past registration still reflects current information. Confirm the record directly and keep any confirmation associated with a new registration or update. If a question arises, seek an answer before the deadline rather than waiting until the voting period is nearly over.

Registration and voting are separate steps. Confirming a registration does not cast a ballot, and receiving voting information does not replace the need to complete and submit the ballot under the state’s instructions.

Review what is on the ballot

The ballot will identify the contests and measures a voter can consider in the general election. Read the complete ballot before making choices, including any instructions that explain how to mark it correctly.

For candidate contests, compare the names and offices exactly as they appear on the ballot. For ballot measures, read the ballot language and any official explanatory information before deciding. Voters can also note which choices require more research and return to them before submitting the ballot.

No voter has to make selections in the order they appear. A useful approach is to review the full ballot first, research unfamiliar contests or measures and then make final choices. Before submission, check that the ballot reflects the voter’s intended selections and follows the stated marking rules.

Make and complete a voting plan

A complete plan covers when to vote, how to submit the ballot and what to do if a problem occurs. Use the voting method and instructions Oregon makes available for the election, and pay close attention to the final submission deadline.

Set aside enough time to read the ballot without rushing. Follow every required step for completing and submitting it. Before finishing, inspect the ballot for unintended marks or missed instructions.

Keep relevant voting information until the process is complete. If the state offers a way to check ballot status, follow the official directions for using it. Questions about registration, ballot instructions or deadlines should be resolved through Oregon’s official election channels.