Today Is the Deadline to Register to Vote in Pennsylvania

October 19, 2026

Today is the deadline to register to vote in Pennsylvania’s 2026 general election. Eligible voters must complete the online voter registration application by 11:59 p.m. today to register for the November 3 election.

Register to vote online through the Pennsylvania Department of State. You can also check your voter registration status online.

Health care is a top policy issue for many Americans. Elections at the state and federal levels can shape policies and decisions that affect health care, communities, and the people they serve.

Here are three other things to know ahead of Election Day:

• Know where to vote: If you plan to vote in person, you can find your polling place and contact your county election office through Pennsylvania’s official election resources. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. If you are in line by 8 p.m., you can still vote.
• Voting by mail: The deadline to apply for a mail-in or absentee ballot is 5 p.m. Tuesday, October 27. Completed ballots must be received by your county election office by 8 p.m. Tuesday, November 3.
• Know what’s on your ballot: The 2026 General Election includes races for governor, lieutenant governor, the U.S. House, and the Pennsylvania General Assembly, along with local races and other contests that vary by county.

HAP encourages Pennsylvania’s hospital community to stay informed and make its voice heard in elections. New resources have been added to HAP’s Elections resources page to help you prepare for Election Day. Additional information is available through the Pennsylvania Department of State.

Read the latest HAPAC unPACked column (member login required) to learn how Pennsylvania’s elections could determine the balance of power nationally.