Nevada Cancels Thousands of Voter Registrations Ahead of 2026 Election

Douglas County sees fourth highest number of active voters in the state

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

The Nevada Secretary of State's Office reported cancelling 1,746 voter registrations in Douglas County in preparation for the 2026 election season. Notices were sent out to 4,671 voters who did not participate in the 2024 election, and 4,085 were moved to the inactive list. Douglas County has the fourth highest number of active voters in Nevada with 41,328, trailing Lyon County by only 1,676.

Why it matters

Voter registration maintenance is an important part of election integrity, ensuring the voter rolls are up-to-date and accurate. However, the high number of cancelled registrations in Douglas County raises questions about potential barriers to voting and whether all eligible residents are being properly notified.

The details

The Nevada Secretary of State's Office reported cancelling 1,746 voter registrations in Douglas County, with notices sent to 4,671 voters who did not participate in the 2024 election. Of those, 4,085 were moved to the inactive voter list. Douglas County has the fourth highest number of active voters in Nevada with 41,328, trailing only Lyon County.

  • Notices were sent out to 4,671 voters who did not participate in the 2024 election.

The players

Nevada Secretary of State's Office

The state agency responsible for overseeing elections and maintaining voter registration rolls in Nevada.

Amy Burgans

The Douglas County Clerk-Treasurer, who oversees voter registration and elections in the county.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What’s next

Voters in Douglas County who did not receive a postcard from the Clerk-Treasurer's office are encouraged to reach out to confirm their registration status ahead of the 2026 election.

The takeaway

Voter registration maintenance is an important part of election integrity, but the high number of cancelled registrations in Douglas County raises concerns about potential barriers to voting and whether all eligible residents are being properly notified.