EASTON, CT — Easton voters will head to the polls Tuesday, Nov. 3, to elect state and federal officials, including Connecticut's governor, members of Congress and representatives in the state legislature.
Races on the ballot include governor, Congress, state Senate, state House, secretary of the state, treasurer, comptroller, attorney general, judge of probate and registrar of voters.
Easton is part of Connecticut's 4th Congressional District and 28th state Senate District. However, the town is divided between two state House districts, meaning candidates for that office vary depending on where residents live.
Here's what Easton voters need to know about the candidates, polling locations and important election deadlines, according to the town's official sample ballots and election information.
Governor And Lieutenant Governor
U.S. House — 4th Congressional District
State Senate — 28th District
State House Of Representatives — 135th District (Easton Voting District 1)
State House Of Representatives — 112th District (Easton Voting District 2)
Secretary Of The State
State Treasurer
State Comptroller
Attorney General
Judge Of Probate
Registrar Of Voters
Election Day: Where To Vote In Easton
All Easton voters will cast their ballots at Samuel Staples Elementary School, 515 Morehouse Road, on Tuesday, Nov. 3.
Voting will take place in the school's cafetorium, with separate voting areas for the town's two districts.
Polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Voters who are in line by 8 p.m. will be permitted to cast a ballot.
Residents unsure of their voting district can check their information through the Connecticut voter lookup tool or contact the Easton Registrar of Voters.
Early Voting In Easton
Early voting is underway at the Easton Public Library Community Room, 691 Morehouse Road.
The early voting period runs from Monday, Oct. 19, through Sunday, Nov. 1.
Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, except for two days with extended hours:
There will be no early voting Monday, Nov. 2.
Voters should bring identification, according to town officials.
Voter Registration
The regular voter registration deadline was Friday, Oct. 16.
Eligible residents who missed the deadline may still register and vote through Connecticut's same-day registration process during early voting or on Election Day.
Same-day registration is available during early voting hours at the Easton Public Library Community Room.
Residents seeking to register on Election Day must use the town's designated same-day registration location rather than the regular polling area. Voters should contact the Registrar of Voters to confirm where to report.
Absentee Voting
Connecticut voters may request absentee ballots without providing a specific excuse.
The deadline to request an absentee ballot is Monday, Nov. 2. Completed absentee ballots must be received by 8 p.m. on Election Day, Nov. 3.
Easton officials have reminded residents to mail completed ballots early to ensure they arrive before the deadline.
Voters can request an absentee ballot through the Connecticut online absentee ballot portal or contact the Easton Town Clerk's Office.
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