Voting
Voting is how we hold our leaders accountable and build the future we want for our families and our communities. Ryan believes every eligible Hoosier should have the information they need to cast a ballot that counts. Use this page to find out how to register, when to vote, and where to go on Election Day.
The Primary Election for State Representative is on Tuesday May 5th, 2026
The General Election for State Representative is on Tuesday November 3rd, 2026
Get Registered, Stay Registered
Registration closes 29 days before each election for most voters. Paper forms must be received by the deadline. Online registration closes at 11:59 PM local time.
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Primary registration deadline: April 6, 2026
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General registration deadline: October 5, 2026
You can register or update your information online or with a paper form.
Key Election Dates
Primary Election (2026)
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Election Day: Tuesday, May 5, 2026
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Polls open: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Registration deadline: April 6, 2026
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Early voting begins: April 7, 2026
General Election (2026)
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Election Day: Tuesday, November 3, 2026
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Polls open: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Registration deadline: October 5, 2026
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Early voting begins: October 6, 2026
Military and Overseas Voting
If you are serving in the military or living overseas, you can use the Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) to both register and request absentee ballots for all elections in a calendar year.
Vote By Mail:
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Application deadline: April 23, 2026
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Ballot must be postmarked by May 5, 2026 and received by May 15, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Vote By Email or Fax:
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Application deadline: May 4, 2026 at 12:00 PM
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Ballot must be received by 6:00 PM on May 5, 2026
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The FPCA must be renewed each year. It expires on December 31.
Accessible Voting Options
A voter with print disabilities is someone who cannot independently mark a paper ballot because of blindness, low vision or a physical disability that affects manual dexterity. These voters can use the ABS-VPD combined form to register and request an absentee ballot that can be marked using the accessible OmniBallot tool at home.
Key deadlines for ABS-VPD for the 2026 primary:
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To register or update registration: submit ABS-VPD by April 6, 2026 or online by 11:59 PM on that date.
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To vote absentee by email, fax or mail: ABS-VPD must be received by April 23, 2026 at 11:59 PM.
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Ballot must be received by 6:00 PM on May 5, 2026.