In The News 20 March 2026

Military, overseas voting begins for primary election

Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose announced today that Ohio’s 88 county boards of elections have begun sending ballots to military and overseas voters, officially kicking off the 2026 primary election.

“As a veteran, I believe those who defend our democracy should always have a voice in it,” said Secretary LaRose. “Our accessible resources and continuous focus on supporting all voters ensure Ohioans serving abroad can stay informed and vote securely, no matter where they are.”

Military voters can find everything they need, including ballot request forms, deadlines, and submission instructions, at MilitaryVotes.Ohio.gov. Similarly, civilians currently overseas are encouraged to visit VoterPassport.Ohio.gov.

Key Dates for Ohio Voters:
March 20: Military and Overseas absentee voting begins
April 6: Voter registration deadline
April 7: Early in-person voting begins
May 3: Early in-person voting ends
May 5: Primary Election Day. Polls open 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Absentee ballots must be received by your county board of elections by 7:30 p.m. on Election Day.

For more information on voter registration, election deadlines, and how to become a poll worker, visit VoteOhio.gov — Ohio’s trusted source for election information.

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