ABSENTEE VOTING - May 2026 County Primary Election

A registered voter may be eligible to vote an absentee ballot by mail if they meet one of the criteria as provided by T.C.A. § 2-6-201.
The FIRST day to request a Ballot is Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
The LAST day to request a Ballot is Saturday, April 25, 2026.

Apply for an Absentee Ballot

EARLY VOTING
The early voting period is Wednesday, April 15 – Thursday, April 30, 2026

View Early Voting Locations and Hours

VOTER REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS APRIL 6, 2026.

April 6 is the registration deadline to cast a ballot in the May 5, 2026, election.

Registering to vote is easy, fast, and secure at GoVoteTN.gov.

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