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This guide is part of our ongoing commitment to provide accessible and reliable election resources for all.  \nAs a registered voter, you will receive your ballot in the mail 18 days before Election Day. Please take a moment to check that your voter registration is current, so your ballot is delivered to the correct address. If you have moved or changed your mailing address since the last election, update your registration as soon as possible.  \nWhen your ballot arrives, vote and sign the return envelope. Your signature is important as it enables election officials to verify your identity and maintain the integrity of the voting process. Remember, your ballot must be received by 7:00 PM on Election Day in order to be counted.  \nYour vote matters, and your vote makes a difference. Thank you for being an active part of Hawaii’s democratic process. Together, we can ensure safe, secure, and transparent elections for everyone.  \nVery truly yours,  \nScott T. Nago  \nPrimary  \n2026Hawaii  \nVOTER GUIDE  \n02  \nA MESSAGE FROM THE CHIEF ELECTION OFFICER  \n03  \nWHAT IS THE VOTER GUIDE?  \n03  \nMARK YOUR CALENDAR  \nPrimary Election General Election  \n03-04  \nVOTER REGISTRATION  \n04  \nVOTING BY MAIL  \n04  \nCOMPLETING YOUR MAIL BALLOT  \n04  \nRETURNING YOUR MAIL BALLOT  \n04  \nPROCESSING YOUR BALLOT  \n04  \nTRACK YOUR BALLOT  \n04  \nVIEW ELECTION RESULTS  \n04  \nBALLOT DROP BOXES  \n05  \nVOTER SERVICE CENTERS  \n05  \nACCESSIBLE VOTING  \n05  \nCAMPAIGN SPENDING  \n05  \nETHICS COMMISSION  \n06  \nYOUR VOTING RIGHTS  \n06  \nLANGUAGE ASSISTANCE  \n06  \nPOLITICAL PARTY LEGEND  \n07  \nCOUNTY ELECTIONS DIVISIONS  \n07  \nCONTACT US  \n07  \nDISCLAIMER  \n08-123  \nCANDIDATE STATEMENTS  \nWHAT IS THE VOTER GUIDE?  \nThe Voter Guide ensures you have information about the elections process and the contests you’ll be voting on. The guide includes information on voter registration, key dates, and resources like how to track your ballot and accessible voting. Additionally, statements and photos are submitted by the candidates running for office.  \nHow are the statements and photos compiled?  \nEvery candidate can provide a short statement and photo when they file to run for office. The statement must be less than 150 words, and candidates are offered the following guidance: Treatyour statement as a resume; focus on what matters to your community; share your goals and vision; highlight relevant experience; stay positive; and avoid criticism of opponents.  \nThe statements and photos are published in the guide as provided by the candidates. Also published will be the candidate’s ballot name, legal name, political affiliation, and contact information. If the candidate does not provide a statement or photo, the phrase ‘No Statement Submitted’ or ‘No Photo Submitted’ will appear next to their candidate information.  \nMARK YOUR CALENDAR  \n2026 Primary Election  \n• July 21: Look for your Primary Election ballot packet to be delivered in the mail.  \n• July 27: Voter Service Centers are open through Election Day for voter registration and accessible in-person voting. Visit elections.hawaii.gov for locations, dates, and hours.  \n• July 29: Final day for first-time voters to submit a paper Voter Registration Application for the Primary Election.  \n• August 8: Primary Election. Voted ballots must be received by 7:00 PM.  \n2026 General Election  \n• October 16: Look for your General Election ballot packet to be delivered in the mail.  \n• October 20: Voter Service Centers are open through Election Day for voter registration and accessible in-person voting. Visit elections.hawaii.gov for locations, dates, and hours.  \n• October 26: Final day for first-time voters to submit a paper Voter Registration Application for the General Election.  \n• November 3: General Election. 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