(Bannock County Press Release, April 27, 2026)
BANNOCK COUNTY, Idaho – The Bannock County Elections Office is preparing for the Primary Election on Tuesday, May 19. Knowing your party affiliation and polling place is the best way to ensure your voice is heard.
Polls will be open on May 19 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Residents can find their assigned polling locations at bannockcounty.gov/elections.
Early voting is available from Monday, April 27 to Friday, May 15 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Elections Office (141 N 6th Ave, Pocatello). Voters cannot cast ballots in the Elections Office on Election Day and must use their assigned polling place.
Absentee ballots must be requested online at voteidaho.gov before 5 p.m. on Friday, May 8. Completed ballots must be returned to the Bannock County Elections Office before 8 p.m. on Election Day.
Because the upcoming election is a Primary, voters party affiliation will determine the ballot they use at the polls.
Idaho uses a primary system where political parties decide who can vote in their elections. The Republican, Libertarian, and Constitution parties have closed their primaries to only their registered members. The Democratic Party allows any registered voter to participate in their primary. Non-partisan ballots featuring judicial candidates and local measures are available to all voters regardless of party.
Idaho residents who are not yet registered to vote can register to vote until May 8, 2026, at voteidaho.gov. If you miss the pre-registration deadline, you can still register at the polls on Election Day with an Idaho photo ID and proof of residence.
For more information about voting in Bannock County, visit bannockcounty.gov/elections.
