Make a Plan to Vote!

Many people skip mid-term elections, but most agree this one is too important to miss! A strong turnout is needed and deserves every voice, especially yours. Early voting has already begun in our state and runs through Oct. 30, with Election Day on Nov. 3. If you haven’t already, please take a moment now and make a plan to vote.

• Will you vote by mail, using a designated drop-box (recommended)? Vote early in person? Or vote on Nov. 3? Check here for drop box locations: Find Local Elections Offices & Dropboxes

•  Do you know where to vote, and the hours they’re open? Many locations aren’t open on Fridays, but all offer at least some weekend hours. Check your polling site.

• How will you get there? HPC wants to offer rides to the polls (and drop boxes), so email us at hpcgracenotes@gmail.com if you need a ride or want to offer one.

• Have you made a decision on all those (9!) ballot questions?? Get explanations of each, plus sample endorsements from different groups below.

• And once you have your plan in place, tell everyone you know and invite them to go with you – and remember to vote with love!

First, check to be sure your voter status is current:  My Voter Registration Status: Search

Find hours your polling site is open for early voting (which has begun, and runs through Oct. 30):  Elections Division

How to vote early or vote by mail Voting by Mail (It’s suggested you use a designated drop box for your mail- in vote rather than send through the mail).

List of candidates here: 2026 State Election Candidates

General info on registering to vote and much more, go here: Elections Division

WBUR Your guide to voting in the 2026 general election in Mass. | WBUR News and League of Women Voters Election 2026 Resources - League of Women Voters of Massachusetts also have helpful info.

Find ballot questions with details here: 2026 State Election Ballot Questions