Voting Resources

Louisiana elections are coming up on November 3, 2026.  With nonpartisan resources from the New Orleans Public Library, you can be in-the-know for this election and every election.

Are You Registered to Vote?

The easiest way to check your voter registration is Geaux Vote, the Louisiana Secretary of State website. Visit geauxvote.com or download the Geaux Vote mobile app from the App Store or Google Play.

On Geaux Vote, you can check whether you’re registered to vote, register for the first time, or make changes to your registration. Changes might include updating your address or joining a political party. 

You can also request an absentee ballot, find your polling place, or view a sample ballot. Sample ballots are especially helpful so you can make a voting plan, research the issues and candidates in advance, and show up to the polls feeling prepared.

If you’re not registered to vote, stop by one of the Library’s upcoming voter events where registration help will be available for you.

What's On The November 2026 Ballot?

U.S. Senate

Following their primary elections in June, Jamie Davis and Julia Letlow are running in the general election for Louisiana’s next U.S. Senator. All Louisiana voters will have this race on their ballots.

U.S. House of Representatives

Louisiana is divided into six congressional districts. Each district elects a member for the U.S. House of Representatives. You can find your House candidates listed on Geaux Vote three weeks ahead of the election.

The U.S. House election is an open election or “jungle primary.” If a candidate gets over 50% of the vote, that candidate is the winner. If no candidate gets over 50% of the vote, there will be a run-off election in December.

Louisiana State Constitutional Amendments

As explained by the Power Coalition, “A constitutional amendment changes Louisiana’s Constitution, which is the state’s highest legal document. Amendments
are placed on the ballot by the Legislature (Louisiana voters cannot propose amendments themselves). If a majority of voters approve an amendment, it becomes part of the Constitution. If a majority vote against it, the Constitution stays the same.”

There are ten proposed constitutional amendments to vote on this November. All Louisiana voters will have the amendments on their ballots. Read more about the amendments.

Important Dates For The November 2026 Election

October 5

The deadline to register to vote in person or by mail.

October 13

The deadline to register to vote online through the GeauxVote Registration System.

October 20 – 27

Early Voting (excluding Sundays).

October 30

The deadline to request an absentee ballot (other than military and overseas voters). 

November 2

The deadline for your registrar of voters to receive your voted absentee ballot (other than military and overseas voters).  

November 3

Election Day! Polls are open 6am – 8pm.

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