We are now just a few weeks away from statewide and local non-partisan elections that will be held on April 7, 2026. In this important election, Wisconsin voters will have the opportunity to make their voices heard in a vital Wisconsin Supreme Court race and in local elections.

The Wisconsin Supreme Court candidates are Judge Maria Lazar, widely regarded as an independent jurist committed to applying the law as written, and Judge Chris Taylor, who previously worked as lobbyist for Wisconsin’s largest abortion provider, Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin. Taylor has also made abortion “rights” a key component of her campaign.

I encourage you to join me in voting for the sanctity of life by casting a ballot for Judge Maria Lazar. For other races, candidates will vary based on your district and county.

Visit My Vote Wisconsin for official information on elections in your area including polling place location and a sample ballot. You can also register to vote and request an absentee ballot at that same site.

Why vote early or absentee?

In my experience, many Christians don’t intend to miss voting in elections. Sometimes it might be the busyness of life, a weather emergency, illness, work, or other unforeseeable event that prevents one from voting. Voting early in-person or absentee by mail protects your voice by ensuring your ballot is cast even if something comes up on Election Day.

Key dates:

• You can join me in requesting an absentee ballot now at myvote.wi.gov. When you request an absentee ballot, you have the opportunity to receiving absentee ballots for all remaining 2026 elections, including the August Partisan Primary and the November general election. Perhaps you’re like me and have a busy schedule; this is a great way to make sure you can cast your ballot early and not miss any election. If you plan to vote by mail, please register for your absentee ballot as early as possible. The deadline is at 5:00 p.m., Thursday, April 2, but don’t risk missing out.
• Your absentee ballot must be received by your clerk by 8:00 p.m. on Election Day, Tuesday, April 7. Mail early or hand-deliver to your clerk’s office. I recommend sending your ballot within 2 days of receiving it. You can track your ballot to make sure it is counted at myvote.wi.gov.
• In‑person absentee (early) voting is generally available Tuesday, March 24 - Sunday April 5; exact dates and hours vary by municipality. Check with your clerk via myvote.wi.gov. If you live in a rural area as I do, early voting may only be available during a one- to two-hour period.
• Election Day voting is Tuesday, April 7, 7:00a.m. – 8:00 p.m. at your assigned polling place. Again, you can find your polling location at myvote.wi.gov.

Start today:

1. Look up your ballot, polling place, and election deadlines at myvote.wi.gov. Register to vote if you haven’t already.
2. Research candidates online, or with voter guides like iVoterGuide (which should be available within the coming weeks).
3. Make your voting plan (absentee by mail, early in person, or on April 7).

Thank you for being an informed and engaged Wisconsin voter!