Voting in
Massachusetts
Your Voting Cheat Sheet
Massachusetts offers no-excuse mail-in voting and early in-person voting for about a week before the election. Most voters do not need to show ID. Registration must be completed 10 days before the election.
Upcoming Elections in Massachusetts
2026 Federal Midterm General Election
The 2026 midterm general election determines control of Congress and numerous governorships. All 435 U.S. House seats, approximately 33-34 U.S. Senate seats, and 36 governorships are on the ballot.
- • U.S. Senate (33-34 seats)
- • U.S. House of Representatives (all 435 seats)
- • Gubernatorial races (36 states)
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Registration Deadlines
Quick Facts
Voter ID Requirements
Massachusetts generally does not require ID to vote. First-time voters who registered by mail without providing ID may be asked to show identification.
Early Voting
Absentee / Mail-In Voting
Election Day Polling Hours
7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Election Day: November 3, 2026
Key Facts
- No-excuse mail-in voting is available to all registered voters
- Early voting is available for approximately one week before Election Day
- Most voters do not need to show ID at the polls
- Registration deadline is 10 days before the election
- Massachusetts offers online voter registration
Official Resources
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