2022 Primary Election

Election Day

May 17, 2022 Primary Election

See Important dates for the May 17, 2022 Primary Election
Mark your calendar. Your vote counts and the primary election is an important civic duty and part of being an American citizen. If you'd like to run for office, see below for a list of important dates.
  • For Candidates
    • 09/09/21    First day for candidate to file for office
    • 03/08/22    Last day for candidate to file for office
    • 03/10/22    Last day for candidate’s statement to be filed for inclusion in voters’ pamphlet
    • 03/11/22    Last day to withdraw candidacy
       
  • For Districts & Jurisdictions
    • 02/25/22    Last day to file text of referral/ballot title for challenge period
    • 03/17/22    Last day for a measure and Explanatory Statement to be filed
    • 03/21/22    Last day for measure arguments to be filed for inclusion in voters’ pamphlet
       
  • For Voters
    • 04/02/22    Ballots mailed to military/overseas voters
    • 04/18/22    Ballots mailed to out of state voters
    • 04/26/22    Last day to register to vote or change party affiliation
    • 04/27/22    Ballots mailed to voters
    • 04/29/22    Deschutes County drop boxes open
    • 05/12/22    Last day Election Official to mail replacement ballots to voters
       
  • 05/17/22    Election Day

          Don't forget to sign your ballot return envelope!

Learn More at Deschutes County Clerk's Office

WHEN
May 17, 2022 at 7:00am - 7pm
WHERE
May 17, 2022 Primary Election