Pasco Supervisor of Elections Brian Corley emphasized the importance of local elections, stating that the real action is at the state and local levels. Corley noted that while presidential elections often draw more attention, it is the local races that have a greater impact on people’s daily lives.
Key Dates for the 2026 Florida Elections
The primary election will take place on August 18, with deadlines for voter registration and vote-by-mail ballots on July 20 and August 6, respectively. The general election is scheduled for November 3, with voter registration and vote-by-mail deadlines on October 5 and October 22.
Voters can register online at RegisterToVoteFlorida.gov or through their local tax collector’s office. They can also submit voter registration information when renewing their driver’s license or ID card.
To be eligible to vote, individuals must be U.S. citizens, legal Florida residents, and at least 18 years old. They must also not have been adjudicated mentally incapacitated or convicted of a felony without having their voting rights restored.
For more information on voting in Florida, including early voting locations and hours, voters can contact their local Supervisor of Elections office.
Original reporting: St. Pete Catalyst — read the source article.
