As the October 13 deadline for voter registration approaches next week, Washington County Election officials are encouraging residents to either register to vote or check that their voter registration is up to date for the November 3 General Election.

Residents can register, check their voter information, or update their voter information in multiple ways:

• Online at OregonVotes.gov

• In person at the County Elections Office 

• By mail using a voter registration form, available in multiple languages. 

Residents who have moved or changed their name should review their voter registration. Those who recently became U.S. citizens or recently turned 16 years old can register to vote. Registered voters who have not turned 18 years old will not receive a ballot until an election occurs on or after their 18th birthday.

Ballots will be mailed to all registered voters, including those in unincorporated areas, beginning Wednesday, October 14. Voters who have not received their ballot approximately one week after October 14 should contact Washington County Elections by phone at 503-846-5800 or by email at [email protected].

Voter assistance is here to support all residents

Washington County's Voter Assistance Team aims to minimize barriers to participating in elections so that all Washington County voters can vote as privately and independently as possible.

Interpretation Translation Resources

Voters who need assistance in a language other than English can access interpretation and translation resources. The Voter Assistance Team provides in-person Spanish interpretation when the Elections Office is open and offers telephone interpretation for many other languages.

Assistance for Voters with Disabilities

The Voter Assistance team also provides help to voters with disabilities. This could include reading the ballot to the voter, reading the Voter's Pamphlet to the voter, or helping the voter mark their ballot. Visits to assisted living facilities and community centers may also be scheduled.

Requesting Help

Voters who need assistance with their ballot, would like to request assistance with their ballot, or would like to request help in a language other than English can contact the Elections Office by phone at 503-846-5800 or by email at [email protected]. Voters may also request a replacement ballot at WashCoVotes.org or by emailing [email protected].

Appointments should be made as early in the election cycle as possible. Voters who are unable to make an appointment in advance are encouraged to contact the Elections Office or visit us in-person. The Voter Assistance Team will do its best to provide any assistance needed. To learn more about the type of help the team can offer, visit WashCoVotes.org.

Track your ballot and get a digital "I Voted" sticker

Washington County voters can sign up for BallotTrax, a free service that provides real-time updates via text, email, or voice alerts as your ballot moves through the system. Voters will receive updates when their ballot is mailed, received, and counted, or if an issue needs attention.