Voting in
Oregon
Your Voting Cheat Sheet
Oregon pioneered all vote-by-mail elections in 2000. Every registered voter receives a ballot in the mail approximately 2-3 weeks before Election Day. There are no traditional polling places, but official drop-off sites are available statewide.
Upcoming Elections in Oregon
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
Oregon votes entirely by mail and does not have traditional polling places. Voters verify their identity by signing their ballot envelope, which is compared to their signature on file.
Early Voting
Early voting is not available in Oregon.
Absentee / Mail-In Voting
Election Day Polling Hours
N/A - All mail voting; ballots must be received by 8:00 PM on Election Day
Election Day: November 3, 2026
Key Facts
- Oregon is an all vote-by-mail state; every registered voter receives a mailed ballot
- No traditional polling places exist; ballots are returned by mail or at official drop sites
- Ballots are mailed to voters approximately 2-3 weeks before Election Day
- Oregon was the first state to adopt statewide vote-by-mail in 2000
- Automatic voter registration is provided through the Oregon DMV
Official Resources
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