401 State Street, Hudson, NY 12534 * 518-828-3115 * elections@columbiacountyny.gov
Office Hours: 8 am - 4 pm, Monday through Friday
Please note that the office will be closed on Tuesday, January 6, in order for the staff to attend offsite training. The office will reopen on Wednesday, January 7.
Register To Vote (online portal)
-- Print English Voter Registration Form
-- Print Spanish Voter Registration Form
Poll Site List &
Election District Maps
Poll Site Search, Voter Registration, Absentee and Early Mail Ballot Tracker
Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) Requests
Become a Poll Worker
The Board of Elections is always looking for qualified voters to serve
as Poll Inspectors. It's a great
way to earn extra money while responding to your community's need.
Please contact us if you are interested.
Important Dates for the 2026 Election Cycle
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Village of Chatham Election, March 18, 2026
Polls are open from 12 pm until 9 pm
Tracy Memorial Village Hall - 77 Main Street, Chatham NY 112037
Please reach out to the Chatham Village Clerk with any questions
Tracy Memorial Village Hall, 77 Main Street, Chatham NY 112037
Business hours are 9 am – 1 pm, Monday – Thursday
(518) 392-5821 x5921
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2026 Primary Election - June 23, 2026
Polls are open from 6 am until 9 pm
Change of Party Enrollment for 2026 Primary Election
An application to change one’s party enrollment for ANY primary election in 2026 must be IN HAND at the board of elections no later than February 14, 2026.
2026 Primary Election Voter Registration Deadline
You may register in person at the Columbia County Board of Elections, by mail, or any state agency participating in the National Voter Registration Act, on any business day throughout the year but, to be eligible to vote in the Primary Election, your application must be received at the Columbia County Board of Elections no later than June 13, 2026.
2026 Primary Election Voter Change of Address Deadline
All change of address forms and notifications received at the Columbia County Board of Elections no later than June 8, 2026, must be processed by the Board for the General Election Sec. 5-208(3).
2026 Primary Election Absentee and Early Mail Ballot Request by Mail or SBOE Portal Deadline
Your Absentee or Early Mail Ballot application or letter of application by mail or online portal, must be received at the Columbia County Board of Elections no later than June 13, 2026. June 13, 2026, is also the last day for the Board to receive applications for a Military or UOCAVA ballot for the Primary Election, if not previously registered.
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2026 General Election - November 3, 2026
Polls are open from 6 am until 9 pm
2026 General Election Voter Registration Deadline
You may register in person at the Columbia County Board of Elections, by mail, or any state agency participating in the National Voter Registration Act, on any business day throughout the year but, to be eligible to vote in the General Election, your application must be received at the Columbia County Board of Elections no later than October 24, 2026.
2026 General Election Voter Change of Address Deadline
All change of address forms and notifications received at the Columbia County Board of Elections no later than October 19, 2026, must be processed by the Board for the General Election Sec. 5-208(3).
2026 General Election Absentee and Early Mail Ballot Request by Mail or SBOE Portal Deadline
Your Absentee or Early Mail Ballot application or letter of application by mail or online portal, must be received at the Columbia County Board of Elections no later than October 24, 2026. October 24, 2026, is also the last day for the Board to receive applications for a Military or UOCAVA ballot for the Primary Election, if not previously registered.
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Columbia County Board of Elections will never contact you by text message. If you have questions or concerns regarding the validity of any message or mailing you may have received, please don't hesitate to call us at 518-828-3115 or email elections@columbiacountyny.gov
