Alaska
Candidates who support common-sense gun safety laws are running up and down the ballot this year in Alaska. Learn more and plan your vote.
In an average year, 176 people die by guns in Alaska. More at EveryStat.
in the country for Gun Law Strength (up from #40 last year). Learn more about Gun Law Rankings.
Alaska Voter Registration Deadlines — 2026 Statewide Primary and General Elections
As always, it’s best to double-check your state’s election website to verify the information outlined below and to see any recent changes to election rules: Alaska Election Website
Upcoming Statewide Election Dates in Alaska
Primary Election: August 18, 2026
General Election: November 3, 2026
In-Person Voter Registration Deadline
Primary Election: July 19, 2026,* is the last day for Alaska residents to register in person to vote in the primary election.
General Election: October 4, 2026,* is the last day for Alaska residents to register in person to vote in the general election.
Learn more about in-person voter registration in Alaska.
*Note: Alaska law allows for in-person same-day voter registration only for the purpose of voting for President and Vice President of the United States.
Mail Voter Registration Deadline
Primary Election: July 19, 2026, is the last day for Alaska residents registering via mail to vote in the primary election to postmark their application forms.
General Election: October 4, 2026, is the last day for Alaska residents registering via mail to vote in the general election to postmark their application forms.
Use the Gun Sense Voter registration tool to access Alaska’s voter registration form. You will have the option to download Alaska’s voter registration form, or to continue with the voter registration process online.
Online Voter Registration Deadline
Primary Election: July 19, 2026, is the last day for Alaska residents to register online to vote in the primary election.
General Election: October 4, 2026, is the last day for Alaska residents to register to vote in the general election.
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