Vote
Make your voice heard.
Democratic Primary — August 11. Polls are open 6:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
Early voting — August 3–9. Make a plan to vote in person.
Absentee ballot? All eligible Connecticut voters can request one—no excuse required.
Questions about the campaign?
Want updates on the 97th District race or how to volunteer?
Get involvedVoting resources
Key dates and rules come from the Secretary of the State. New Haven residents can also contact the local Registrar of Voters for registration help.
Register
- Am I registered?
Check your registration status, party affiliation, and polling place.
- Register to vote
Register or update your address online. The pre-election deadline is 18 days before Election Day.
- Registration deadlines
Vote early
- Early voting
Vote in person August 3rd through the 9th. Polling locations to come!
Absentee ballot
- Absentee ballot
As of 2026, all eligible voters may request an absentee ballot — no excuse required. Apply through your town clerk or online.
- 2026 absentee voting updates
Secretary of the State — absentee updates (opens in new tab)
Election Day
- Election Day hours
Polls are open 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Anyone in line at 8:00 p.m. may still vote.
- Same-day registration
Missed the deadline? You can register and vote in person on Election Day at your town's designated location.
- Photo ID
Connecticut does not require photo identification to vote in most cases.
Official resources
- MyVote.CT.gov
City of New Haven
- Registrar of Voters
200 Orange Street, Room 201. Open Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
- Registration help
- Absentee ballots
Absentee ballot applications and returns are handled by the Town Clerk.
State legislature
- Find your legislators
