Election Information
Endorsed Candidates
Voces de la Frontera Action proudly endorses candidates who actively advocate for immigrant and workers rights. We prioritize those who defend and elevate the voices of young people of color and the Latine community.
Wisconsin Election Dates 2024
Spring Primary
Spring General
Fall Primary
Fall General
Election Day voting hours are always 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Voters who are in line when polls close should remain in line and will still be able to cast a ballot. Look up your polling location here.
Voters can register to vote in person at the polls on Election Day. To register, bring proof of residence and an approved photo ID.
Primary elections
Primary elections are held when more than two candidates are running for the same position, for any given office. The primary election will narrow the selection to two candidates, who will move on to the final general election.
Individual voters may or may not have primary elections. Voters will have to research their ballot options by visiting https://myvote.wi.gov/
General elections
General elections are the final elections that determine which candidates win their positions.
General elections may also feature local referendums. A referendum is a direct vote on a particular proposal, law, or policy issue. For example, voting yes or no to an increased sales tax in your city.
Spring elections
Spring elections typically focus on local non-partisan races such as for school boards, city councils, and county boards.
Fall elections
Fall elections typically focus on partisan races such as state and federal senators and representatives.
Notable Fall elections in 2024 include:
- President of the United States
- Wisconsin U.S. Senate Seat (currently held by Tammy Baldwin)
- Wisconsin U.S. House of Representatives Seat
Get Ready to Vote
Vote early in-person
By voting early, you can rest assured that nothing will prevent you from voting on Election Day.
See early voting locations and schedules for the following areas:
Milwaukee: Online here or call 414-286-3491
Madison: Online here or call 608-266-4601
Green Bay: Online here or call 920-448-3000
Racine: Online here or call 262-636-9171
Kenosha: Online here or call 262-653-4020
Sparta: Online here or call 608-269-4340
Arcadia: In-person early voting
The 19th-29th Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm
Or call (608) 323-3359
For statewide information, go to myvote.wi.gov or call the Wisconsin Election Commission at 866-VOTE-WIS or (608) 266-8005
Vote in-person on Election Day
Election Day voting hours are always 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Voters who are in line when polls close should remain in line and will still be able to cast a ballot.
To look up your polling location visit https://myvote.wi.gov/.
Vote absentee
Voting by mail (absentee) is a safe and legal way to vote without ever leaving your home! In order to vote by mail, you must be registered to vote and request an absentee ballot.
Request an absentee ballot via mail, online, or in-person at your city clerk’s office. You can return your absentee ballot in the mail, to your city clerk’s office, or to your polling location on Election Day.
Visit https://myvote.wi.gov/ to review your options for absentee voting.
Where do I vote?
To look up your polling location visit https://myvote.wi.gov/. Note that early voting times and locations vary.
What do I need to vote?
To vote in Wisconsin, you need to be registered to vote and present an acceptable photo ID (see the list of acceptable documents below).
Registration is available online, by mail, in person, or at your polling place on Election Day. If you’ve moved, changed your name, or haven’t voted in a while, you’ll need to re-register.
When registering in person or by mail, you must present proof of residence (see the list of acceptable documents below). If you have a Wisconsin driver’s license or DOT-issued ID, you’ll need to provide the number and expiration date. If not, you must provide the last four digits of your Social Security number.
ACCEPTABLE FORMS OF ID INCLUDE:
- A Wisconsin driver’s license or state ID card (current or expired after the last general election on November 3, 2020)
- U.S. Passport
- Military ID
- Veterans Affairs ID card
- Tribal ID card
- Certain student IDs, if accompanied by proof of enrollment
ACCEPTABLE PROOF OF RESIDENCE DOCUMENTS INCLUDE:
- A current and valid Wisconsin driver’s license or photo ID card.
- Any official ID card or license issued by a Wisconsin governmental body.
- A real estate tax bill or receipt for the current or preceding year.
- A utility bill from within 90 days of registering.
- A bank or credit card statement.
- A paycheck or pay stub.
- A document issued by a government agency or public school.
- Homeless voters can use an affidavit from a social service agency.
- A valid residential lease (not acceptable if registering by mail).
- A university or college ID card, if accompanied by a fee statement for the current semester.
For those affected by domestic abuse, sexual assault, or stalking, Wisconsin offers confidential voter registration. You can register as a confidential voter with your municipal clerk for added protection. Learn more about confidential voter registration here.To register to vote or verify your registration, visit myvote.wi.gov.
Who can vote?
Federal guidelines for voter eligibility include the following requirements:
- To be registered to vote (Wisconsin allows same-day voting and registration)
- To be at least 18 years old
- To be a U.S. citizen (through birth or naturalization)
- To prove state residency (for Wisconsin residents, that means living at your local address for at least 28 days).
- To be registered to vote (Wisconsin allows same-day voting and registration)
Who is not eligible to vote?
Federal guidelines exclude:
In Wisconsin, you lose your voting rights if you are convicted of a felony, treason, or bribery. You can register to vote after you have completed your sentence, including any prison, probation, parole, or extended supervision. Pretrial detention and misdemeanors do not restrict your voting rights.
Non-citizens, including permanent legal residents
What can I do if I can’t vote?
Engaging in democracy is crucial and extends beyond just voting in elections. Even those who cannot vote due to immigration status, age, or other reasons can still make their political voices heard in impactful ways. These include organizing community events, participating in protests, advocating for policy changes, joining local advocacy groups, and using social media to raise awareness about issues that affect their lives and their communities.
Find Your Elected Officials
Click the button to find a map of Wisconsin’s State Assembly, Senate and Congressional Districts.
MyVote.Wi.Gov
The Wisconsin voter online resource that can answer your questions is https://myvote.wi.gov/
Visit this website to make your voting plan, or continue reading below for more information.
Voceros por el voto
Empowering Voters through Personal Connections
Voceros por el Voto is our community-based relational voter program designed to inspire and mobilize voters through the power of personal connections. A Vocero ignites passion within their family and friend group to engage in democratic action by motivating people to register and vote for pro-immigrant, pro-labor candidates. As the largest Latine relational voter program in Wisconsin, Voceros por el Voto has been pivotal in delivering victories for statewide elections since 2018.
About the Program
Voces de la Frontera Action has developed and refined Voceros por el Voto to create a network of voters based on personal relationships and social networks. Even if you can’t vote, chances are, you know someone who can. Voters can be family, friends, co-workers, or anyone with whom you have a relationship. By joining the Voceros network, Voces de la Frontera Action empowers individuals with education and tools to persuade others to vote. Those who can vote are also encouraged to become Voceros.
Voceros are empowered to share personal stories and motivations to encourage others to vote for candidates and policies that benefit all working-class communities, including immigrants. This innovative approach is extremely effective because it cuts through political advertising noise, coming from a trusted source. It ensures that everyone is included in the political process, recognizing that we all have the ability to make our voices heard.
