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Elections News

With elections underway, check out our Just the Facts information about the upcoming elections. It covers everything voters need to know to stay informed and prepared.

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Board Approves 2026 Primary and General Elections Plan

The Board of Supervisors approved the Primary and General Elections Plan on June 24. The Plan informs Maricopa County voters and other stakeholders about key information, so they can vote confidently. Click here to review the 2026 Plan or visit Maricopa.Vote.

Voting is Underway for the 2026 Primary Election

Voting has begun for the 2026 Primary Election! Vote Centers will open in phases throughout the month, with more than 230 locations available on Election Day. Maricopa County's “vote anywhere” model gives voters the flexibility to cast their ballot in person or drop off an early ballot at any Vote Center that's convenient for them. Voters can choose from a variety of locations, days, and hours to fit their schedule. To find Vote Centers, ballot drop boxes, hours of operation, and real-time wait times, visit Locations.Maricopa.Vote.

New Options for Voters Returning a Mail Ballot

New voting options are available for the 2026 Primary Election under a recently enacted state law, giving voters added flexibility when returning an early ballot. During early and emergency voting, voters can verify their ID at a vote center when dropping off their early ballot. On Election Day, voters can show ID and have their early ballot tabulated at a Vote Center and that ballot will be included in Election Night results. Voters may still return an early ballot by mail or via a secure drop box. At a voting location, voters can still skip the line and drop off an early ballot.

Hiring Poll Workers

Poll workers play a vital role in helping Maricopa County voters have a safe, secure, and positive voting experience. We're looking for dedicated community members to serve at Vote Centers during the 2026 Primary and General elections. No previous experience is required—we provide all the training you need. Whether you're looking to give back to your community, earn extra income, or experience the election process firsthand, serving as a poll worker is a rewarding way to make a difference. Learn more and apply: GetInvolved.Maricopa.Vote.

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Showing ID at Voting Locations

Whether voting early in person or on Election Day, every voter is required to show proof of identity. Arizona law outlines three lists of IDs that are allowed when voting in person to verify your identity. Valid identification is also required prior to receiving a ballot at any emergency voting location or from a special election board. Click here to learn about the forms of ID accepted to vote in Arizona.

Primary Election Results

Unofficial results for the July 21 Primary Election will be available on Results.Maricopa.Vote. The first batch of results – posted at 8:00 PM on Election Night – will contain all early ballots that have already been tabulated. Results will be updated throughout Election night and the days following. Results are not official until they are canvassed by The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors. To learn more about how Maricopa County tabulates and reports results, visit CountingBallots.Maricopa.Vote.

New Options for Voters Who Receive a Ballot by Mail

Learn about the new options available for returning your early ballot in the 2026 Primary Election, including how eligible voters can have their completed early ballot tabulated at a Vote Center on Election Day. Watch it here.

Upcoming Events & Election Deadlines

Get election information at a community event near you!

Community Outreach Events:

• July 2, 2026 – Spark the Spectrum Accessible Voting Workshop, Voter Education Event, First Place–Phoenix, 3001 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ 85012, 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
• July 4, 2026 – Royal Palm Neighborhood 4th of July Parade and Celebration, Voter Education Event, Royal Palm Park, 8405 N 15th Ave, Phoenix, AZ, 85021, 7 a.m. to 9 a.m.

Primary Election Deadlines:

• July 10, 2026 – Last day to request a ballot by mail
• July 14, 2026 – Last day to mail back your ballot
• July 21, 2026 – Election Day!
• July 26, 2026 – Signature Curing Deadline at 5 p.m.

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2026 Phoenix Fan Fusion, Voter Education Event
From June 5-7, our voter outreach team immersed in the electrifying Phoenix Fan Fusion event, an action-packed weekend filled with voter education and engaging comic enthusiasts. We had a fantastic time interacting with folks who stopped by our table to learn about the upcoming Primary and General elections and ways to participate. A huge thanks to Phoenix Fan Fusion for the opportunity to join in on the spectacular experience of this large-scale, pop-culture event. See where the voter outreach team will venture to next at Outreach.Maricopa.Vote.

Want us to attend your next event?  Reach out to ElectionsOutreach@Maricopa.Gov or click here to learn more.

Request Services

Reach out to request services for voter education, election information, and voter registration. Start here to fill out your request.

About Elections

Maricopa County Elections administers city, town, school district, special district, county, state, and federal elections in Maricopa County. As one of the largest voting jurisdictions in the country, Maricopa County Elections serves more than 2.5 million registered voters. We are focused on ensuring the safety, security, and integrity of elections in Maricopa County. We are committed to transparency and accountability and provide 24-7 live streaming of the ballot tabulation area here, producing publicly available election plans prior to Primary and General elections, and work closely to ensure political party observers are present throughout the election process. Get the facts about Maricopa County Elections at JustTheFacts.Vote.

Contact: Maricopa.Gov/ContactLesko / 602-506-7642 301 W Jefferson St  |  Phoenix, AZ 85003

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