Nebraska Voter Guide

Upcoming Elections

There are no statewide elections in Nebraska in 2021

Election Rules

Voter Registration Deadline: 18 days before Election Day postmarked or online, 11 days before Election Day if registering in-person at the election office.

Early voting in Nebraska will take place from 30 days before the election until the day before the election at your county elections office. Find your election office’s info here.

Nebraska’s Address Confidentiality Program provides a secure address for voter registration for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking. Learn more here.

Restoration of Voting Rights After Felony Convictions: The right to vote for felons is automatically restored two years after the completion of their probation.

ID Requirements for Voting: ID is only required for first-time voters.

Absentee Voting: Any registered Nebraska voter can request an early-vote ballot, no excuse is required. Voters can find the application online and mail, fax, or drop it off at the county election office. Applications must be received at least 11 days prior to the election. Download the application here.

Gender Gaps in Representation

Nebraska ranks 27th in the country for women’s representation in the State Legislature.

Voter Turnout

Nebraska had higher voter turnout than the United States overall for both men and women in the 2016 Elections.

Percent Voter Turnout by Gender

Percent Voter Turnout by Race

Other races not shown due to population size