2026 Election Hub
Hartford's 2026
Election Starts Here.
Hartford's 2026 Election Starts Here.
With the general election on Tuesday, November 3rd, familiarize yourself with what races are on your ballot this year, who's running, and how that will affect you.
Races on Your Ballot
See what races to expect on this year's ballot!
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Federal
State
City
United States Representative
District 1

U.S. Representatives serve in the U.S. House of Representatives and represent people in their congressional district. They introduce, debate, and vote on federal laws, review national policies, and bring the concerns and needs of their community to Congress in Washington, D.C.
Governor
Lieutenant Governor

The Governor leads Connecticut’s executive branch, sets state priorities, signs or vetoes laws, oversees state agencies, proposes the state budget, and works with lawmakers and local leaders on issues affecting residents. The Governor runs on a shared ticket with the Lieutenant Governor, who supports the Governor, serves a leadership role in the State Senate, and steps in when needed.
Secretary of the State

The Secretary of the State oversees Connecticut’s elections and helps ensure voting is fair, secure, and accessible. They maintain official state records, manage business filings, and provide information to support civic participation across the state.
State Treasurer

The State Treasurer manages Connecticut’s money and investments on behalf of the state. They oversee pension funds and other public funds, help ensure financial stability, and work to protect and grow resources that support state services and residents.
State Comptroller

The State Comptroller oversees the state’s accounting and financial reporting. They manage payroll for state employees, track government spending, and help ensure public funds are used accurately, efficiently, and transparently to support state programs and services.
Attorney General

The Attorney General serves as the state’s chief legal officer. They represent Connecticut in legal matters, provide legal advice to state agencies, and enforce state laws by taking action on issues that affect the public interest and protect residents’ rights.
Connecticut State Senator
District 1 & 2

Connecticut State Senators serve in the Connecticut General Assembly and represent larger legislative districts. They propose, debate, and vote on state laws, review the state budget, and work on policies affecting schools, healthcare, transportation, and other community needs.
Connecticut State Representative
District 1, 3-7

Connecticut State Representatives serve in the Connecticut General Assembly and represent smaller, more local districts. They propose, debate, and vote on state laws, review the state budget, and work on policies affecting schools, healthcare, transportation, and other community needs.
Hartford Judge of Probate

The Judge of Probate handles legal matters involving wills, estates, guardianships, and conservatorships. They make decisions that help protect individuals and families, ensuring legal documents are followed and important personal and financial matters are resolved fairly.
United States Representative
District 1

U.S. Representatives serve in the U.S. House of Representatives and represent people in their congressional district. They introduce, debate, and vote on federal laws, review national policies, and bring the concerns and needs of their community to Congress in Washington, D.C.
Governor
Lieutenant Governor

The Governor leads Connecticut’s executive branch, sets state priorities, signs or vetoes laws, oversees state agencies, proposes the state budget, and works with lawmakers and local leaders on issues affecting residents. The Governor runs on a shared ticket with the Lieutenant Governor, who supports the Governor, serves a leadership role in the State Senate, and steps in when needed.
Secretary of the State

The Secretary of the State oversees Connecticut’s elections and helps ensure voting is fair, secure, and accessible. They maintain official state records, manage business filings, and provide information to support civic participation across the state.
State Treasurer

The State Treasurer manages Connecticut’s money and investments on behalf of the state. They oversee pension funds and other public funds, help ensure financial stability, and work to protect and grow resources that support state services and residents.
State Comptroller

The State Comptroller oversees the state’s accounting and financial reporting. They manage payroll for state employees, track government spending, and help ensure public funds are used accurately, efficiently, and transparently to support state programs and services.
Attorney General

The Attorney General serves as the state’s chief legal officer. They represent Connecticut in legal matters, provide legal advice to state agencies, and enforce state laws by taking action on issues that affect the public interest and protect residents’ rights.
Connecticut State Senator
District 1 & 2

Connecticut State Senators serve in the Connecticut General Assembly and represent larger legislative districts. They propose, debate, and vote on state laws, review the state budget, and work on policies affecting schools, healthcare, transportation, and other community needs.
Connecticut State Representative
District 1, 3-7

Connecticut State Representatives serve in the Connecticut General Assembly and represent smaller, more local districts. They propose, debate, and vote on state laws, review the state budget, and work on policies affecting schools, healthcare, transportation, and other community needs.
Hartford Judge of Probate

The Judge of Probate handles legal matters involving wills, estates, guardianships, and conservatorships. They make decisions that help protect individuals and families, ensuring legal documents are followed and important personal and financial matters are resolved fairly.
United States Representative
District 1

U.S. Representatives serve in the U.S. House of Representatives and represent people in their congressional district. They introduce, debate, and vote on federal laws, review national policies, and bring the concerns and needs of their community to Congress in Washington, D.C.
Governor
Lieutenant Governor

The Governor leads Connecticut’s executive branch, sets state priorities, signs or vetoes laws, oversees state agencies, proposes the state budget, and works with lawmakers and local leaders on issues affecting residents. The Governor runs on a shared ticket with the Lieutenant Governor, who supports the Governor, serves a leadership role in the State Senate, and steps in when needed.
Secretary of the State

The Secretary of the State oversees Connecticut’s elections and helps ensure voting is fair, secure, and accessible. They maintain official state records, manage business filings, and provide information to support civic participation across the state.
State Treasurer

The State Treasurer manages Connecticut’s money and investments on behalf of the state. They oversee pension funds and other public funds, help ensure financial stability, and work to protect and grow resources that support state services and residents.
State Comptroller

The State Comptroller oversees the state’s accounting and financial reporting. They manage payroll for state employees, track government spending, and help ensure public funds are used accurately, efficiently, and transparently to support state programs and services.
Attorney General

The Attorney General serves as the state’s chief legal officer. They represent Connecticut in legal matters, provide legal advice to state agencies, and enforce state laws by taking action on issues that affect the public interest and protect residents’ rights.
Connecticut State Senator
District 1 & 2

Connecticut State Senators serve in the Connecticut General Assembly and represent larger legislative districts. They propose, debate, and vote on state laws, review the state budget, and work on policies affecting schools, healthcare, transportation, and other community needs.
Connecticut State Representative
District 1, 3-7

Connecticut State Representatives serve in the Connecticut General Assembly and represent smaller, more local districts. They propose, debate, and vote on state laws, review the state budget, and work on policies affecting schools, healthcare, transportation, and other community needs.
Hartford Judge of Probate

The Judge of Probate handles legal matters involving wills, estates, guardianships, and conservatorships. They make decisions that help protect individuals and families, ensuring legal documents are followed and important personal and financial matters are resolved fairly.

United States Representative
District 1
U.S. Representatives serve in the U.S. House of Representatives and represent people in their congressional district. They introduce, debate, and vote on federal laws, review national policies, and bring the concerns and needs of their community to Congress in Washington, D.C.

Governor
Lieutenant Governor
The Governor leads Connecticut’s executive branch, sets state priorities, signs or vetoes laws, oversees state agencies, proposes the state budget, and works with lawmakers and local leaders on issues affecting residents. The Governor runs on a shared ticket with the Lieutenant Governor, who supports the Governor, serves a leadership role in the State Senate, and steps in when needed.

Secretary of the State
The Secretary of the State oversees Connecticut’s elections and helps ensure voting is fair, secure, and accessible. They maintain official state records, manage business filings, and provide information to support civic participation across the state.

State Treasurer
The State Treasurer manages Connecticut’s money and investments on behalf of the state. They oversee pension funds and other public funds, help ensure financial stability, and work to protect and grow resources that support state services and residents.

State Comptroller
The State Comptroller oversees the state’s accounting and financial reporting. They manage payroll for state employees, track government spending, and help ensure public funds are used accurately, efficiently, and transparently to support state programs and services.

Attorney General
The Attorney General serves as the state’s chief legal officer. They represent Connecticut in legal matters, provide legal advice to state agencies, and enforce state laws by taking action on issues that affect the public interest and protect residents’ rights.

Connecticut State Senator
District 1 & 2
Connecticut State Senators serve in the Connecticut General Assembly and represent larger legislative districts. They propose, debate, and vote on state laws, review the state budget, and work on policies affecting schools, healthcare, transportation, and other community needs.

Connecticut State Representative
District 1, 3-7
Connecticut State Representatives serve in the Connecticut General Assembly and represent smaller, more local districts. They propose, debate, and vote on state laws, review the state budget, and work on policies affecting schools, healthcare, transportation, and other community needs.

Hartford Judge of Probate
The Judge of Probate handles legal matters involving wills, estates, guardianships, and conservatorships. They make decisions that help protect individuals and families, ensuring legal documents are followed and important personal and financial matters are resolved fairly.
Meet the Candidates
Get to know the candidates asking for your vote in the 2026 Election. Explore their experience, priorities, and plans for office.
See Who's Running
Mark Your Calendar
Sept. 16, 2026
Absentee ballot online portal opens
Students who are eligible to vote by absentee ballot can begin the process.
Oct. 2nd, 2026
Absentee ballots begin being issued.
Sept. 16, 2026
Regular voter registration deadline
Deadline for registering to vote through online or mail-in registration. Voters are still able to register in person during early voting or on election day through same day registration.
Oct. 19th - Nov 1st, 2026
Early Voting
Regular hours are 10 AM to 6 PM, with extended hours of 8 AM to 8 PM on Oct. 27th and Oct. 29th. Early voting locations also provide Same-Day Registration.
Nov. 2nd, 2026
Last weekday before Election Day
There is a limited registration session from 9 AM to 5 PM for people who became eligible after Oct. 16th. This is also the deadline to request an absentee ballot.
Nov. 3rd, 2026
Election Day
Polls are open from 6 AM to 8 PM. Anyone in line by 8 PM can vote. Same-Day Registration is available for eligible voters who are not already registered.
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Civic Journey
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About
The Hartford Youth Civic Collective is a civic resource hub made for and by young people in Hartford. The HYCC aims to make civic life in Hartford understandable, accessible, and meaningful.
Contact
info@hartfordyouthcivichub.com
About
The Hartford Youth Civic Collective is a civic resource hub made for and by young people in Hartford. The HYCC aims to make civic life in Hartford understandable, accessible, and meaningful.
Contact
info@hartfordyouthcivichub.com
About
The Hartford Youth Civic Collective is a civic resource hub made for and by young people in Hartford. The HYCC aims to make civic life in Hartford understandable, accessible, and meaningful.
Contact
info@hartfordyouthcivichub.com
About
The Hartford Youth Civic Collective is a civic resource hub made for and by young people in Hartford. The HYCC aims to make civic life in Hartford understandable, accessible, and meaningful.
Contact
info@hartfordyouthcivichub.com