Misinformation and disinformation undermine not only confidence in elections, but also the trust needed to govern ourselves in a democracy. Knowing that spreading falsehoods can lead to very real harm to our neighbor, we should strive to be trustworthy in all that we share. At LAMPa, this is always our goal.
Look for our Faith + Elections logo for reliable information this election season. We will be sharing important dates and updates from the Pennsylvania Department of State here and on social media. As we support civic engagement, we encourage voters to start at the PA Department of State website. There, you will find information about registering to vote, how to report a problem, how to track the status of a mail-in ballot and other guidance, including fast-checking election claims. You can also sign up to receive updates from the Department of State.
You can also use their website to locate your official county elections office website for more local information, including polling places, policies, processes and ways to contact your county elections officials. We encourage you to sign up to serve as as a poll worker to help elections run smoothly, safely and efficiently — helping your neighbors vote without long wait times and creating a positive civic experience for your community. It’s also a wonderful way to see and serve your neighbors! Poll workers are paid a stipend by their counties, and most can serve in half-day shifts. It’s a great experience for high school students, who may be eligible to serve with the permission of a parent or guardian and their principal. Learn how to become a student poll worker.
Want to be part of LAMPa’s election protection and integrity network? Drop us a line here.
IMPORTANT 2026 DATES:
ASAP — Sign up to serve as a poll worker. (If you do not hear from your county elections office, you may need to contact them. See the contact link above. Your county election office should contact you about training. If you have signed up and do not hear from them, contact LAMPa. )
May 4 — Last day to REGISTER to vote before the Primary Election
May 12 — Last day to apply for a mail-in or civilian absentee ballot
May 19 — Last day for county elections office to receive completed mail-in and civilian absentee ballots (must be received by 8 p.m.)
May 19 — PRIMARY ELECTION (Polls are open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.)
May 22 -– County elections office deadline to begin the canvass (the official count)
May 26 — Last day for county election office to receive completed military and overseas ballots (submitted for delivery no later than 11:59 p.m. on May 18)
June 8 — Deadline for county elections offices to certify returns from the Primary Election with the Secretary of the Commonwealth
Oct. 19 — Last day to REGISTER to vote before the Primary Election
Oct. 27 — Last day to apply for a mail-in or civilian absentee ballot
Nov. 3 — Last day for county elections office to receive completed mail-in and civilian absentee ballots (must be received by 8 p.m.)
Nov 3 — GENERAL ELECTION (Polls are open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.)
Nov. 6 — County elections offieces begin the canvass (official count)
Nov. 10 — Last day for county election office to receive completed military and overseas ballots (submitted for delivery no later than 11:59 p.m. on May 18)
Nov. 17 -– Deadline for county elections offices to complete the canvass (the official count)
Nov. 23-– Deadline for county elections offices certify returns from the November election with Secretary of the Commonwealth
Download the full calendar, including post-election processes and dates, here.
