As the November 4, 2025 Election Day approaches, the United States’ voters are gearing up for an off-year election that, while not carrying the same national focus as the recent presidential campaign or the upcoming midterm elections, is still significant with over a dozen key local races across the country. To ensure preparedness, voters are encouraged to review their sample ballots, enabling them to make informed decisions when casting their votes. Access to these ballots is available through local election offices, allowing voters to familiarize themselves with the candidates and measures on their ballot.
In Virginia, the election will feature contests for governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general, and local offices. The Virginia Department of Elections offers a simple, one-stop resource for voters to look up both their polling site and the specific ballot items applicable to their precinct by entering their address and zip code. Similarly, in New Jersey, voters will participate in the selection of a new mayor, alongside other major races. The Division of Elections provides a comprehensive guide, including links to official candidate lists, making it accessible for voters to review the candidates and ballot measures.
California is set to host a special election on November 4, where voters will decide on whether the state legislature should have the authority to redraw congressional districts. Los Angeles County has provided an interactive online sample ballot, enabling voters to review the measures and candidates before casting their votes. Pennsylvania’s Commonwealth website outlines the information on voting and sample ballots for its local Supreme Court race, while Texas is hosting a special election in the 18th Congressional District, as well as on constitutional amendments and a local Senate race. Voters are directed to the Texas Secretary of State’s website for further details.
In New York City, with a mayoral race on the ballot, the city’s official website allows voters to enter their address to access their sample ballot. Meanwhile, in Miami, the City of Miami’s website provides a downloadable sample ballot for voters to review before Election Day. Cincinnati in Ohio will select a new mayor, and voters can find their sample ballot through the Hamilton County Board of Elections’ website. Similarly, voters in Detroit, Michigan, will choose a new mayor, city council members, and police commissioners, and are directed to Michigan’s Voter Information Center to access their sample ballot.
Voters in Minneapolis are encouraged to check the Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State’s website to access their sample ballot by entering their address. In Seattle, Washington, voters will choose a new mayor, while other voters will be voting on measures, city council members, and various legislative and judicial candidates. Access to the Seattle sample ballot is available through a King County website, as well as the Washington Secretary of State’s voters’ guide. If a voter’s state, city, or county is not on the list, the recommendation is for them to visit their official election office’s website for the most accurate information.