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Hawaii's state primary is Aug. 10. Here are tips for what's on the ballot, how to vote

Jeremy Yurow   Paste BN
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Hawaii’s primary state election is fast approaching, and residents are already voting early ahead of August 10.

Here’s a comprehensive voting guide for Aloha State registered voters, including answers to frequently answered questions. 

For information about registering to vote in Hawaii, contact your County Elections Division.

  • County of Hawaii (808) 961-8277
  • County of Maui (808) 270-7749
  • County of Kauai (808) 241-4800
  • City & County of Honolulu (808) 768-3800

For additional voting information in Hawaii, contact the Office of Elections.

  • Phone: (808) 453-VOTE (8683)
  • Toll Free: 1-800-442-VOTE (8683)
  • TTY: (808) 453-6150
  • Toll Free TTY: 1-800-345-5915
  • Email: elections@hawaii.gov
  • Website: elections.hawaii.gov

How do I Vote by Mail in Hawaii? 

Hawaii is one of eight states with universal mail-in voting, which means every registered voter should’ve received a mail ballot by July 23. Here’s how to cast your vote by mail:

  1. Check Your Ballot: Look at both sides for all races and measures.
  2. Mark Your Choices: Use a black or blue pen to fill in the boxes for your selections.
  3. Seal Your Ballot: Place your completed ballot in the secrecy sleeve, then put the secrecy sleeve in the return envelope.
  4. Sign the Envelope: Read the affirmation statement and sign the return envelope. Your ballot won’t be counted without your signature.

How do I return my ballot? 

  • By Mail: Use the postage-paid return envelope. Mail it in early to ensure it arrives on time.
  • By Drop Box: Drop your ballot at a designated drop box. Find locations and hours at elections.hawaii.gov.

What if I haven’t registered to vote yet? 

  • Submit your application to your County Elections Division by 4:30 p.m. local on July 31. 
  • Register online or at a voter service center. You only need to re-register if you change your address, name, or mailing address.

Can I vote in person? 

If you’re a resident who wants to vote in person, you can visit a voter service center in your county. These centers will open on July 29 and offer in-person voting and same-day registration. Check your county’s website for locations and hours.

Can I track my Hawaii ballot?

Voters can virtually check the status of their mail-in ballot by signing up for BallotTrax.

Jeremy Yurow is a politics reporting fellow based in Hawaii for the Paste BN Network. You can reach him at JYurow@gannett.com or on X, formerly Twitter @JeremyYurow

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