Elections matter. The people we elect to represent us – from the White House to the State House to City and Town Council – hold tremendous power to advance environmental conservation or can threaten natural resource protections. With your vote and support, we can elect environmentally responsible candidates across the state!
Every election year, we endorse state, county, and local candidates whom we expect to be environmental champions as well as ballot measures that protect and restore New Jersey’s environment.
Key Election Dates
June 3 – Deadline to apply for a Mail-In Ballot by Mail for Primary Election. Apply for a mail-in ballot here and check here to find a ballot dropbox.
June 3-8 – Early In-Person Voting. Check for your polling location to vote early in-person.
June 6 – Deadline for Application to Receive Primary Election Mail-In Ballots by Electronic Means for Qualified Overseas Civilian and Military Voters.
June 9 by 3:00 pm – Deadline for In-Person Mail-In Ballot Applications for Primary Election.
June 10 – Primary Election Day. Find your polling place to vote in person on Election Day and check here for a mail-in ballot dropbox.
September 20 – Commencement of Mailing of Mail-In Ballots for General Election.
October 14 – Voter Registration Deadline for General Election.
October 25 - November 2 – Early Voting Period.
October 28 – Deadline to apply for a Mail-In Ballot by Mail for General Election.
November 3 by 3:00pm – Deadline for In-Person Mail-In Ballot Applications for General Election.
November 4 – General Election Day. You can find your polling place here.
Vote by Mail Guidance
If you’re filling out a mail-in ballot, here’s how to do it correctly:
- Read the enclosed instructions carefully on how to mark your ballot and be sure to complete the front and back of each page. Vote in every race on the ballot you’re comfortable with, and do your research if you need to know more.
- Put your ballot into the inner certification envelope. Fill out and sign the certificate, keeping it attached to the inner envelope.
- Seal the certificate envelope, and then place it into the pre-paid mailing envelope.
- Once you complete your ballot, return it right away. There are a number of ways you can do this:
- Drop it into a secure ballot drop box in your county.
- Take it directly to your County Board of Elections office.
- After you return your ballot, you can track its status using the state’s online tool.