Current Election Information

Oregon General Election: Nov. 3, 2026

Be An Informed Voter: Portland and Multnomah County Voter Guides

Voters guides are not yet available; check back in October!



Plan Your Vote: VOTE411.org

Find reliable, nonpartisan ballot information … customized to you! Written information is available in English and Spanish.



Local Video Voters’ Guide
Find one-on-one interviews with local candidates about the issues important to the positions they seek. Available on YouTube.



Local Voter Forum Videos
Moderated forums for key candidate races and major ballot measures. Recorded videos are available on YouTube.


Local Voters’ Guide Podcasts

Learn about your ballot on the go! All LWVPDX Video Voter Guides and Voter Forums are available as podcasts.



Oregon Statewide Voters’ Guide
For statewide candidates, check out the Voters Guide from LWV of Oregon, including written, video, and audio information.



Check Your Voter Registration
Oct. 13 the deadline to register to vote, update your mailing address, or choose a party for the November midterm.

Return Your Ballot

General Election day is Tuesday, November 3. Ballots are due no later than 8pm. Find an official ballot drop site in Multnomah County to return in person between now and election day.

If you plan to mail in your ballot, Multnomah County Elections recommends mailing it several days early to ensure it’s postmarked and received by an election office in time to be counted. You do not need a stamp — postage is paid.

What’s on the Ballot in Multnomah County?

Voters in Portland and Multnomah County may see the following on their ballots:

  • U.S. Senator
  • U.S. Representatives
  • Governor
  • Commissioner of the Bureau of Labor and Industries
  • State Senators
  • State Representatives
  • Local Judicial Offices
  • District Attorney (some counties)
  • Multnomah County Offices
  • City of Portland Offices
  • Ballot Measures

Stay tuned for more details about what will appear on your ballot as filing deadlines approach.

Key November 2026 General Election Dates

  • Sept. 18 – Military/overseas ballots mailed
  • Sept. 21 – Absentee ballots available
  • Oct. 5 – Out-of-state ballots mailed
  • Oct. 13 – Voter registration deadline
  • Oct. 14 – Ballots mailed to voters
  • Nov. 3 – Primary Election Day
  • Nov. 20 – Final Election Results Certified

If you plan on mailing your ballot, Multnomah County Elections recommends mailing it several days early to ensure it’s postmarked and received by an election office in time.

Get the VOTE411

Visit VOTE411.org for detailed, nonpartisan ballot information … customized to you!

VOTE411

Local Voter Guide Podcasts

Voters guides are not yet available; check back in October!