RESOURCES

VOTING INFORMATION

 

Official voter information center. Comprehensive, and authoritative. 

Great site with tons of helpful, Wisconsin-specific information. Highly recommended.

Register to vote, request your absentee ballot, and track your ballot's status, all in one place. A great resource. 

VOTING FAQs

How do I register to vote?

If you’ve never voted before, or if you’ve relocated and are voting in a new state, you can register HERE.

 

How do I make sure I’m registered?

Registered before? CLICK HERE to double-check your registration to make sure your registration is still valid.

 

Can I register the same day I want to vote?

Yes, you can register on Election Day (but why wait? Do it now!)

How do I request my ballot?

CLICK HERE to request your ballot online or learn how to do it my mail.

 
 

If I’m voting by mail, when do I send my ballot and how do I make sure it’s counted?

 
 

You’ve probably heard that USPS will be handling a high volume of mail and will likely be experiencing delays. That’s why we recommend mailing your ballot by October 24th at the latest if you plan on sending your ballot through USPS. When filling out your ballot, make sure to double-check the instructions to make sure you fill out the ballot correctly. (See the video on the Absentee Information page for step-by-step instructions.) Check to see if your ballot requires using a pen with black or blue ink, a signature on the envelope, any witness requirements and postage, if necessary. You can also track the status of your ballot at myvote.wi.gov. 

 
 
 

Does Wisconsin require my ballot to be postmarked or delivered by Election Day?

 

Ballots must be DELIVERED by 8 PM on Election Day.

 
 
 

What are my non-mail ballot return options?

 
 

A voter can hand deliver an absentee ballot they received by mail to the clerk. Ballots can be returned to the clerk’s office, an early voting site, or the voter’s polling place on election day. Municipal Clerks can also establish ballot drop boxes to accept absentee ballots, but local options vary, so make sure to contact your Municipal Clerk to find out your return options. (See the Clerk Directory on the Absentee Information page.) A family member or another person may also return the ballot on behalf of the voter. Voters who received their ballot by mail and do not have access to a witness could potentially appear at the clerk’s office or in-person absentee site to vote their ballot and have the clerk or clerk staff serve as a witness for the voter. The deadline for voters to return their ballot is 8pm on Election Day.

 
 
 

Can I track my ballot?

 

Yes. CLICK HERE to track your ballot.

 
 
 

What if I request a vote by mail ballot but I decide I want to vote in person instead?

 
 

If you receive your ballot before Election Day, you can drop off your mail ballot in person at your Municipal Clerk’s office, or vote early at your Municipal Clerk’s office using an in-person absentee ballot. Do not mail a ballot and also vote in person. If you request a ballot and want to vote at a polling place instead, contact your Municipal Clerk to determine your options.

 
 

What if I don’t receive my ballot by October 20th?

 
 

If you’ve requested your ballot, but you still haven’t received it at least 14 days before the election, call your Municipal Clerk’s office to see if you can request a replacement, or request an absentee ballot online at myvote.wi.gov. You can also go to your Municipal Clerk’s office during early voting to request an absentee ballot and vote in-person. Do not mail a ballot and also vote in person. If you still don’t receive it before Election Day, you can cast a provisional ballot at your polling place. The earlier that you request your ballot, the less of a chance you won’t receive it in time. CLICK HERE to request it now.

 
 
 

Can I vote early in person?

 
 

If you decide to vote in person, early voting is the safest option - lines will be shorter and allow for easier social distancing. You can vote early in Wisconsin by completing an absentee ballot in-person at your local municipal clerk's office from Tuesday, Oct. 20 to Sunday, Nov. 1. If you apply for an absentee ballot in your municipal clerk's office or another designated location for in-person absentee voting, you will vote your ballot immediately in the clerk's office, seal your ballot in the proper envelope, and return it to a member of the clerk's staff. You will need to show your acceptable photo ID for voting when voting by in-person absentee ballot. To find the dates and hours for in-person absentee voting where you live, contact your municipal clerk (see Absentee Information page), or visit myvote.wi.gov to find your polling place.

 
 
 

What if I want to vote in-person on Election Day?

 

If you are voting on Election Day, wear a mask and keep an appropriate distance from fellow voters. If you are in line before polls close, do not leave. You legally must be permitted to vote. If you witness any incidents of voter suppression, contact 1-833-DEM-VOTE (1-833-336-8683).

 
 
 

Do I need an ID to vote in person?

 

Yes. A state driver's license, state ID card, military ID card, US passport, tribal ID, certificate of naturalization, state accredited college ID with signature, or a receipt from the DMV saying your petition for an ID is in process - any of those will work. Just make sure the name and address match your voter registration information.

 
 
 
 
 

How do I find out where I go to vote?

 
 
 

Go to myvote.wi.gov and click on Where Do I Vote?

 

ELECTED OFFICIALS

When you want to request action on an important issue or just share a question or comment, one of the best things you can do is contact your elected official directly. Below you will find the contact information for all your current elected officials.  

Federal Officials

President Joe Biden (D)

Official Website
Online Contact Form

The White House
1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, DC 20500

White House Switchboard: (202) 456-1414

US Senator Tammy Baldwin (D)

Official Website
Online Contact Form

Washington, DC Office:
717 Hart Senate Ofc Bldg
Washington, DC 20510
Phone: (202) 224-5653
US Capitol Switchboard: (202) 224-3121

La Crosse Office:
205 5th Ave S, Room 216
La Crosse, WI 54601
Phone: (608) 796-0045

Madison Office:
30 West Mifflin St, Suite 700
Madison, WI 53703
Phone: (608) 264-5338

US Senator Ron Johnson (R)

Official Website
Online Contact Form

Washington, DC Office:
328 Hart Senate Ofc Bldg
Washington, DC 20510
Phone: (202) 224-5323
US Capitol Switchboard: (202) 224-3121

Oshkosh Office:
219 Washington Ave, Suite 100
Oshkosh, WI 54901
Phone: (920) 230-7250

Milwaukee Office:
517 East Wisconsin Ave, Suite 408
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Phone: (414) 276-7282

Congressman Derrick Van Orden (R)

Official Website
3rd Congressional District Map
Online Contact Form

Washington, DC Office:
1513 Longworth House Office Building
Washington, DC 20515
Phone: (202) 225-5506
US Capitol Switchboard: (202) 224-3121

La Crosse Office:
210 7th St S
Suite 204
La Crosse, WI 54601
Phone: (608) 782-2558

Eau Claire Office:
404 S Barstow St
Suite 2
Eau Claire, WI 54701
Phone: (715) 831-9214

State of Wisconsin Officials

Governor Tony Evers (D)

Official Website
Online Contact Form

P.O. Box 7863
Madison WI 53707

Phone: (608) 266-1212

State Senator Brad Pfaff (D)

(Represents Most of Vernon County)
Official Website
32nd State Senate District Map

Room 206 South
State Capitol
Madison, WI 53707-7882

Phone: (608) 266-5490
State Capitol Switchboard: (800) 362-9472
[email protected]

Assembly Rep. Loren Oldenburg (R)

(Represents Most of Vernon County)
Official Website
96th State Assembly District Map

Room 10 West
State Capitol
PO Box 8953
Madison, WI 53708

Phone: (608) 266-3534
Toll-Free: (888) 534-0096
State Capitol Switchboard: (800) 362-9472
[email protected]

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