2022 Illinois election dates to know
Three ways to cast your ballot
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Option 1: Vote by Mail May 19 – June 28
- Apply March 30 - June 23 to request a ballot by mail
- Receive your ballot in the mail and make your selections
- Send ballot back to your local election authority in a well-sealed envelope
Vote by mail applications can be found here
Option 2: Vote Early May 19 – June 27
Check which locations are open for early voting under your local election authority.
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- Visit the polling place between the following hours to cast your ballot
15 days prior to election
*These hours of operation apply only to permanent branch polling locations. Check with your local election authority for more specific times/locations for your area.
Weekdays – 8:30 am -4:30 pm or 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
8 days prior to election
Weekdays – 8:30 am – 7:00 pm or 9:00 am – 7:00 pm
Saturdays & Holidays – 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Sundays – 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Visit the polling place between the following hours to cast your ballot
Option 3: Election Day June 28
- Polling places open from 6:00 am – 7:00 pm.
New IL District Maps
Illinois legislative and congressional districts have been redistricted ahead of the 2022 elections.
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Voting FAQ
- What is grace period registration?
- Grace period registration is an extension of the regular registration deadline.
- What is grace period voting?
- If a voter who registers to vote or changes his or her address during this grace period wishes to vote at the election or primary occurring during this grace period, he or she must do so in-person at the same time that he/she registers.