Four Southern States Prepare for November 3 Elections

Voters across Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, and Missouri are preparing for elections on November 3, 2026, featuring a mix of federal races, state offices, and constitutional amendments.

In Alabama, the election includes contests for governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general, and all state legislative seats, alongside one U.S. Senate seat and seven U.S. House seats. In Arkansas, voters will elect a governor and a U.S. Senator while deciding on amendments regarding the right to bear arms and citizens-only voting. Missouri voters will participate in a primary featuring proposals to restrict abortion access and establish a public endowment fund to eliminate state taxes.

Louisiana Secretary of State managed the early voting period for the open primary, which concluded on October 27. Over 363,000 ballots were cast as of October 25, with voters deciding on candidates and ten constitutional amendments.

Administrative deadlines remain critical across the region. Alabama requires mailed absentee ballot applications by October 27 and in-person applications by October 29. Voter identification laws vary by state, with Alabama requiring photo ID for most voters and Louisiana requiring residency and citizenship verification for primary participation.