Upcoming Elections
There are no statewide elections in Tennessee in 2021
There is a special election for the Tennessee state house District 29, the primary is on July 27 and the general election on September 14, 2021
Election Rules
Voter Registration Deadline: 30 days before the election in-person, online or by mail
Early voting in Tennessee will take place from 20 days before the election until 5 days before the election, contact your county election commission for location information.
Tennessee’s Address Confidentiality Program gives survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, trafficking, or other sexual offenses a substitute address that can be used for voter registration. Learn more here.
Restoration of Voting Rights After Felony Convictions: Those convicted of a felony can petition for the restoration of their voting rights after the completion of their sentence, or can receive restoration of rights through a pardon from the governor.
ID Requirements for Voting: Photo ID is required. If ID is not shown, voter can vote provisionally and return with an ID within 2 days for ballot to be counted.
Absentee Voting: An excuse is required to request an absentee ballot. Voters must submit a written request to the local county election commission office at least 7 days prior to the election. Voters can use the request form on the Secretary of State’s website and send by mail, fax, or email. View the excuses and request form here.
Gender Gaps in Representation
Tennessee ranks 49th in the country for women’s representation in the State Legislature.
Tennessee Congressional Delegation
Tennessee State Legislature
Voter Turnout
Tennessee had lower voter turnout than the United States overall in the 2016 Elections.
Percent Voter Turnout by Gender
Percent Voter Turnout by Race
Other races not shown due to population size
