Early In-Person and Absentee Voting for Residents
Many residents enjoy going to the polls to cast their vote. Early in-person voting at the polls is a great way to maintain residents’ voting privacy and ensure that any questions they may have are answered accurately by trained poll workers.
According to the Michigan Secretary of State website, early voting begins July 25, 2026, and ends Aug. 2, 2026, for the Aug. 4, 2026, Primary.
Per Federal and State laws, polling places must be handicapped accessible and include assistive devices such as:
- Handicapped parking
- 75 years or older and/or disabled may move to the front of the line
- Seated and wheelchair accessible booths
- Accessible voting machines for visual and hearing deficits, magnifiers
- Curb-side voting – as a courtesy, call ahead
- Trained poll workers, one from each political party, may assist per voter request
Early voting often offers shorter wait times.
Planning ahead is key when transporting residents to early voting polling places. Transportation to the polls can be a challenge. It is important to ensure activist organizations are not transporting residents with the intent to influence their vote.
Residents who requested an absentee or mail-in ballot will soon be receiving them. It is crucial to protect the ballot chain of custody. Only the individual authorized by the resident voter, and who has completed the required form, is allowed to assist the resident voter. For additional information, please request the Michigan Voting Assistance Legal Guide at the email address provided below.
It is important to always verify information with your local office, as sometimes rules and laws change. You may locate your elections office at: Your voter information
For complimentary resources, such as the Michigan Voting Assistance Legal Guide or questions please email Laura.Williams@centerforvulnerablevoters.org or visit www.centerforvulnerablevoters.org.
Disclaimer: This information is being provided for educational purposes and should not be construed as legal advice. You should always consult an attorney before taking action to ensure that recent changes in law have not altered your obligations.