NJ PRIMARY ELECTION: JUNE 2, 2026
NJ PRIMARY ELECTION: JUNE 2, 2026
Early Voting Period: May 26 – May 31
Registration Deadline: May 12
Deadline to apply by mail for Vote-by-Mail ballot: May 26
Deadline to apply in-person for VBM ballot: June 1, 3 pm
Deadline to mail VBM ballot: June 2
Deadline to deliver VBM ballot to drop box or county office: June 2, 8 pm
Deadline to “cure” VBM or provisional ballot issue: June 10
NOTE: Recent changes surrounding postmark dates with USPS mean that your ballot will be postmarked on the date that it is processed by the post office, not when you put it in the mail. To avoid missing the deadline, we recommend mailing your VBM before election day (June 2), so that it is received by the County Board of Elections prior to their deadlines.
The U.S. House of Representatives proposes and votes on federal legislation and represents local districts in Congress. The House also holds exclusive power over initiating revenue bills, impeaching federal officers, and electing the President if no candidate received the majority vote in the Electoral College.
The Senate proposes and votes on federal legislation but also provides long-term, state-level representation in Congress, ratifies treaties, and confirms presidential appointments. The Senate additionally has the power to convict or exonerate impeachment cases brought by the House.
The Representatives and Senator elected during this election will help make up the New Jersey Congressional delegation and represent New Jersey, including the interest of New Jersey voters, in Washington D.C.
Local officials make decisions on schools, policing, roads, and community services
You can verify your voter registration online at vote.nj.gov or by calling NJ Division of Elections at 1-877-NJ-VOTER (1-877-658-6837).
Look up your polling place online at vote.nj.gov, or by calling NJ Division of Elections at 1-877-NJ-VOTER (1-877-658-6837).
