Your vote is your voice. Voters who vote in every election have a say in schools, taxes, roads, transit, courts, parks, housing, natural resources, healthcare, gun laws, job programs, and much more.
Información de Votación
Información del votante en español aquí
When is the next election? Tuesday, April 2, 2024
We will vote for municipal leaders (i.e., county judges, aldermen, supervisors), and school board members, as well as our U.S. presidential preference.
If necessary, there will be a primary election on February 20, 2024.
[Elections are held in even-numbered years in February, April, August, and November. Odd-numbered years have elections in February and April.]
Who can vote?
If you are at least 18 years old, a U.S. citizen, and have resided at your address for at least 28 days before Election Day, you have the right to vote.
(If you have been convicted of a felony, you may not vote until the sentence, including probation, parole, or extended supervision, has been served. If you have a wager on the results of an election, it is illegal for you to vote. Also, if a judge has declared you unfit to vote, you may not vote.)
Am I registered to vote?
Enter your name and birthdate here to see if you are registered to vote. If you are not registered,
- you may register online up to 20 days before an election.
- If you have a current, correct, valid Wisconsin Driver License or Wisconsin State ID Card, that number is all you need to register online.
- or, you may register by mail, if there is enough time for your clerk to receive your request at least 20 days prior to an election.
- Complete this form and send it, along with a copy of your proof of address, to your municipal clerk.
- or, you may register at your municipal clerk's office any weekday during office hours except the Monday before an election.
- If you have a current, correct, valid Wisconsin Driver License or Wisconsin State ID Card, that is all you need.
- If your address is different from that on your license or state ID, you will also need to verify your address.
- If you do not have a license or state ID, you must supply the last four digits of your social security number. And you will also need to verify your address.
- or, you may register at your polling place on Election Day.
- If you have a current, correct, valid Wisconsin Driver License or Wisconsin State ID Card, that is all you need.
- If your address is different from that on your license or state ID, you will also need to verify your address.
- If you do not have a license or state ID, you may supply the last four digits of your social security number. And you will also need to verify your address.
How do I vote?
You have three options to cast a ballot:
- Vote absentee by mail. Your clerk will mail you a ballot a few weeks before an election, along with a return envelope. When you receive your ballot, follow the directions carefully, and mail it back quickly. Your ballot must be witnessed, and your witness must put their signature and full address on the outside of your ballot. Ballots must arrive back at your clerk's office by Election Day. If time is a problem, return the ballot to your clerk's office during weekday hours. Ballots must be mailed or returned by each individual voter, but Federal laws protect the rights of disabled voters, who may receive assistance in returning their ballot.
- Request a ballot online. You will need to upload a photo of your photo ID.
- Or, request a ballot by mail.
- You must be a registered voter.
- Complete this form.
- Send the form and a copy of your photo ID to your municipal clerk.
- Vote absentee in person during office hours at your clerk's office beginning the Tuesday two weeks before an election. The last day to vote early in person is the Friday before Election Day.
- You may register to vote (or re-register due to a new address or new name) at your clerk's office.
- You will need your photo ID.
- Vote at your polling place on Election Day. Polls are open from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm on Election Day.
- You may register to vote (or re-register due to a new address or new name) at your polling place on Election Day.
- State your name and address to the pollworker, present a photo ID.
- You may ask to see a list of registered write-in candidates.
- When you receive a ballot, proceed to a voting booth to mark your ballot.
- It's OK to ask someone to help you read your ballot if you are visually impaired. There may also be a special device available to help you complete your ballot with auditory directions.
- Insert your ballot into the tabulation machine.
- While at your polling place, you may use a cellphone to present proof of address, photo ID, look up candidates while you vote, and take photos -- but it is illegal to photograph other voters or a completed ballot, even your own completed ballot.
* If you are a disabled voter, read this. Questions? Call this hotline: 844.347.8683
Do I need a Voter ID?
Yes. Voters in Wisconsin must present a photo ID whenever they vote in person.
If your driver license or state ID is unexpired, that is all you need. (If you are a registered voter, the address is not required to be correct.)
You must have a photo ID on file to request a mailed ballot. Upload a photo of your ID online when you request a mailed ballot.
VoteRiders will help voters get a Voter ID.
Who are we voting for? Click here to find out who is on your ballot.
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How do I decide who to vote for?
The League of Women Voters offers a nonpartisan voting guide at Vote411.org. Enter your address, click on Save & View Races.
Here is a guide to spot misinformation and disinformation.
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I have questions.
Contact your clerk's office anytime during office hours:
Menasha: 920.967.3608
Fox Crossing: 920.720.7103
Harrison: 920.989.1062
Find your clerk.
Voter helpline: call or text 608.285.2141
Can I vote if I'm living away at college? Yes. You have two choices:
- Use your permanent home address to request a mailed ballot, and vote from anywhere. Here is how to get a mailed ballot prior to Election Day:
- As soon as you move to attend college: Go to MyVote.wi.gov, click on Vote Absentee by Mail and enter your name and birthdate.
- Click on Request Absentee Ballot Verify your name/address and check that box. Then select “I want my ballot mailed to a different address” and enter the address you are using at college. then Continue. Select the correct election and complete your request.
- When you receive your ballot, decide who will get your vote. Enter your address at Vote411.org then click on Show My Races to read candidates’ answers to questions. Watch LWV forums on YouTube.com And look at wisconsinvote.org — Candidates & Races
- As soon as you receive your ballot, line up someone who is 18 or older and a resident of Wisconsin to verify that you filled out your own ballot.
- Fill in your ballot. Place it in the enclosed envelope. Seal and sign the envelope, and then have your witness add their full address (street address, city, state, and zip code) and signature. Mail it back as soon as you can. Postage is not required.
2. Vote in person on Election Day.
- Vote at your home polling place or
- Vote at your college address's polling place. Remember to have proof of this address to register to vote.
- Voter helpline: call or text 608.285.2141
How do I find election results?
State election results
Winnebago County election results
Calumet County election results
Menasha Fox Crossing Harrison
Who represents me now? Here is a list.
Go to MyVote.WI.gov, click on My Voter Info, then My Elected Officials, and enter your address
Whorepresentsme
Wisconsin's Federal District Maps
Fox Valley Area State Assembly Districts
Fox Valley Area State Senate Districts
Thinking of running for office? Read this.
For more information, contact your couty clerk or school district office:
- Winnebago County Clerk
- Calumet County Clerk
- Outagamie County Clerk
- Menasha Joint School District
- Appleton Area School District (Superintendent's Office)
- Kimberly Area School District