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2026 Voter Hub

Make Your Plan to Vote

Check your polling location and get a sample ballot via the SC Election Commission website.

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Last updated on October 08, 2026

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The right to vote is fundamental to our democracy and one of the most valuable ways we can hold our leaders accountable and uphold the rule of law.

Learn your rights, research the candidates, and make a plan to vote in the 2026 election. Remember, early voting is October 19-31 and Election Day is November 3.

Important dates and deadlines for the 2026 General Election

October 5: Final deadline to register

October 19-31: Early in-person voting, Monday through Saturday, 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Find your early voting center here.

October 23: Deadline to apply for an absentee ballot. Learn more about absentee voting here.

November 3: Election Day, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Check Your Voter Registration

Make sure you’re ready to vote.

If you have moved within your county or changed your name recently, the State Election Commission recommends that you update your information prior to voting to help ensure a smoother voting experience.

Check your voter registration status, make sure your information is accurate, and find out what steps you need to take if you need to update your information.

Check Your Voter Registration
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Know Where the Candidates Stand

Our rights are on the ballot at the state level.

Every seat in the South Carolina House of Representatives is up for election in November 2026.

Research your candidates' stances on topics including reproductive rights, immigrants’ rights, voting rights, and more. As a reminder, the ACLU of South Carolina does not endorse or oppose candidates. We want voters to make an informed decision about the candidates they elect.

You can find more information about local and state candidates' stances via the League of Women Voters' Vote411 website and Responsible Action's South Carolina Voter Guide.

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Know Your Voting Rights

The first step to defending our rights is learning our rights.

Every eligible voter should be able to cast their ballot without intimidation or unnecessary barriers. Knowing your rights before Election Day can help you recognize a problem and know where to turn for help.

Know Your Voting Rights
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Need Help While Voting?

Contact the nonpartisan Election Protection Hotline to report harassment, intimidation, accessibility issues, or other problems and get help protecting your right to vote.

Call or text 866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683) any time during early voting or on Election Day. Learn more at 866ourvote.org

Protect the Polls

You can help serve as a poll observer. We'll show you how.

Do you want to help defend democracy in your community? We want you to be a non-partisan poll observer! Join one of the virtual training sessions offered by our partners with the Legal Defense Fund from Sept. 24 through Oct. 29 and help ensure your neighbors can vote securely, from early voting through Election Day.

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Get Ready

Don’t wait until Election Day to make your plan. Visit the official State Election Commission website at scvotes.gov to confirm your registration, check your polling place, and get a sample ballot.

Make Your Voting Plan