Idaho Voters Can Preview Primary Ballots Online

Secretary of State shares 3-step process to view sample ballots ahead of May 19 primary election.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 3:53am

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A photorealistic oil painting of an Idaho state capitol building in a warm, cinematic style, with the building bathed in soft, diagonal sunlight and deep shadows, conveying a sense of civic duty and democratic process.The stately Idaho state capitol serves as a backdrop for the state's democratic process, as voters prepare to make their voices heard in the upcoming primary election.Boise Today

Idahoans can now view their specific sample ballots for the upcoming May 19 primary election by visiting VoteIdaho.org and following a simple 3-step process laid out by Secretary of State Phil McGrane. This allows voters to review all candidate races and measures that will appear on their individual ballot before casting their vote.

Why it matters

Providing voters with easy access to sample ballots ahead of election day helps them make more informed decisions and participate in the democratic process. This is especially important for primary elections where a voter's party affiliation determines which ballot they receive.

The details

Secretary of State Phil McGrane announced that Idahoans can view their sample ballots by going to VoteIdaho.org, clicking 'Find Your Sample Ballot', entering their voter information, and then accessing their personalized sample ballot that lists all the candidate races and measures they will see on their official ballot.

  • The May 19 primary election is coming up in Idaho.

The players

Phil McGrane

The Secretary of State of Idaho who shared the process for Idahoans to view their sample ballots online ahead of the primary election.

VoteIdaho.org

The official website where Idaho voters can access their personalized sample ballots for the upcoming primary election.

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What they’re saying

“Sample ballots list all candidate races and measures that will appear on a voter's specific ballot, so voters can make informed decisions before casting their ballot.”

— Phil McGrane, Idaho Secretary of State

What’s next

Voters in Idaho are encouraged to visit VoteIdaho.org and review their sample ballots ahead of the May 19 primary election.

The takeaway

Providing Idahoans with easy online access to their personalized sample ballots before election day empowers them to make more informed decisions about the candidates and issues on their ballot.