Home NJ‑11 Special Election 2026: Voter Guide
Description
New Jersey voters in the 11th Congressional District will participate in a Special General Election on April 16, 2026 to fill a seat in the United States House of Representatives.
This NJBallot voter guide explains key election dates, voter registration deadlines, early voting options, vote‑by‑mail rules, and candidates running in the election.
Key Election Dates
Special Primary Election: February 5, 2026
Voter Registration Deadline: March 26, 2026
Early Voting Period: April 6 – April 14, 2026
Special General Election: April 16, 2026
Only voters living within New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District may participate in this election.
Who Can Vote in New Jersey
To vote in a New Jersey election, a person must:
• Be a United States citizen
• Be a New Jersey resident for at least 30 days before the election
• Be 18 years old on or before Election Day
• Not currently be serving a sentence of incarceration for an indictable offense
Candidates in the NJ‑11 Special Election
Democratic Nominee
Republican Nominee
The winner will serve the remainder of the current congressional term in the United States House of Representatives.
Early Voting
Early Voting Dates: April 6 – April 14, 2026
Typical hours:
• Monday–Saturday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
• Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Vote‑by‑Mail Deadlines
April 9, 2026: Deadline to apply for a mail‑in ballot by mail
April 15, 2026 – 3:00 PM: Deadline to apply in person for a mail‑in ballot
April 16, 2026 – 8:00 PM: Deadline to submit mail‑in ballots at drop boxes or county election offices
Ballots sent through the mail must be postmarked by Election Day to be counted.
How to Register to Vote
Register Online
Eligible residents can register through the New Jersey Voter Information Portal using a New Jersey driver’s license, non‑driver ID, or Social Security number.
Register by Mail
Voter registration forms can be downloaded from the New Jersey Division of Elections or requested from a county Board of Elections. Completed forms must be submitted before the March 26, 2026 deadline.
Register in Person
Residents may also register at municipal clerk offices, county election offices, or New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) offices.
Counties in New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District
• Morris County
• Essex County
• Passaic County
• Sussex County
Morris County Voter Registration Notice
The Morris County Board of Elections announced that its office at 10 Court Street in Morristown will remain open until 9:00 PM on March 26, 2026 to accommodate residents registering to vote before the legal deadline.
Additional Voter Resources
For official election information, voters can contact their county Board of Elections, municipal clerk offices, or the New Jersey Division of Elections.
