Voting in
Pennsylvania
Your Voting Cheat Sheet
Pennsylvania offers no-excuse mail-in voting and in-person early voting at county election offices. Most voters do not need to show ID. Registration must be completed 15 days before the election.
Upcoming Elections in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Primary Election
Pennsylvania voters choose party nominees for key federal and state races. Pennsylvania is a closed primary state, so only registered party members may vote in their party's primary.
- • U.S. Senate nomination
- • U.S. House nominations (all 17 districts)
- • Governor nomination
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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
Pennsylvania requires ID only for first-time voters at a new polling location. Most returning voters do not need to show ID. Acceptable forms for first-time voters include a driver's license, student ID, or utility bill.
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
- ID is required only for first-time voters at a new polling location
- In-person early voting is available at county election offices
- Registration deadline is 15 days before the election
- Pennsylvania is a key swing state with significant electoral impact
Official Resources
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