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Welcome to Union County Votes

Roselle Special School Election – Tuesday, September 15, 2026
General Election – Vote by Mail Update
  • The State is currently in litigation with the Federal government, and at this time no one knows what the outcome will be.
  • If you are not comfortable at this time with receiving a Vote by Mail, you may OPT OUT by sending an email:
    • Please e-mail ucvote@ucnj.org and provide your full name, address and date of birth.
    • You will receive confirmation that you will no longer receive a Vote by Mail Ballot and may vote early or at your polling place on November 3, 2026.
    • Please submit your request NO LATER THAN September 15, 2026.You may receive Vote by Mail Ballots in the future by submitting a new application.
  • If you choose to continue to receive a Vote by Mail Ballot, it is strongly recommended that you place your ballot in the mail a minimum of 7 days prior to November 3rd or place your ballot in a secure Drop Box.
  • Drop Box locations can be found here.
    • Drop Box locations will be listed on your Sample Ballot.
  • Please call our office at 908-527-4996 if you have any questions.
Revised Petitions for School Board Candidates Now Available

Please call 908-527-4996 for the updated form

Click here for a recording of our recent webinar

Notice to All Overseas and Military Voters

Pursuant to recent changes in the federal law, a FPCA request will no longer serve as a request for ballots for the next two General Elections, (Section 585 of the Military and Overseas Empowerment Act).

You must now send a new FPCA application each year. Applications can be downloaded here

How to Vote by Mail
Election Night Security and Tabulation

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Three Steps To Vote

Step 1

To Vote or Check Voter Registration Status

Step 2

About candidates and the election process

Step 3

How, Where and When

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Union County NJ Votes App – Your One-Stop Voter Tool

The Union County NJ Votes app provides users with voting information including how to register to vote; where to vote; how to apply for a vote by mail ballot; important election dates; how to vote using the machines or a vote by mail ballot; how to apply to work at a polling place; accessibility information; how to become a candidate; campaign finance information; election results; information for federal overseas or military voters; and how to contact the Union County Clerk’s Office.