Simsbury 2026 Election Voter Guide: Candidates, Polling Places, Early Voting Details

SIMSBURY, CT — On Nov. 3, residents cast their votes for several key federal and state positions, including the office of governor, Congress, state representative, and state senate.

Simsbury's Ballot

1. Governor and Lieutenant Governor

Vote for one ticket.

• Democratic Party, Working Families Party: Ned Lamont and Susan Bysiewicz
• Republican Party, Independent Party: Ryan Fazio and Matt Corey

2. U.S. House of Representatives — 5th Congressional District

Vote for one.

• Democratic Party, Working Families Party: Jahana Hayes
• Republican Party: Chris Shea

3. State Senate — 8th District

Vote for one.

• Democratic Party, Independent Party: Paul Honig
• Republican Party: Michael R. Criss

4. State House of Representatives — 16th District

Vote for one.

• Democratic Party: Melissa Osborne
• Republican Party: No candidate listed

5. Secretary of the State

Vote for one.

• Democratic Party, Working Families Party, Independent Party: Stephanie Thomas
• Republican Party: Peter Lumaj

6. State Treasurer

Vote for one.

• Democratic Party, Working Families Party: Erick Russell
• Republican Party, Independent Party: Fred Wilms

7. State Comptroller

Vote for one.

• Democratic Party, Working Families Party, Independent Party: Sean Scanlon
• Republican Party: Jennifer S. Tooker

8. Attorney General

Vote for one.

• Democratic Party, Working Families Party: William Tong
• Republican Party: John Bolton

9. Judge of Probate

Vote for one.

• Democratic Party: David C. Shepard
• Republican Party: No candidate listed

10. Registrar of Voters

Vote for one.

• Democratic Party: Karen E. Cortes
• Republican Party: Jennifer Batchelar

Simsbury Charter Revision Question

In addition to the candidate races, Simsbury voters will be asked to decide a local charter revision question.

Ballot question:

"Shall the Charter of the Township of the Town of Simsbury be amended as proposed by the Simsbury Charter Revision Commission to take effect December 7, 2026, as approved by the Simsbury Board of Selectmen?"

• Yes: Approve the proposed charter amendments.
• No: Reject the proposed charter amendments.

The ballot also includes write-in voting options for the listed offices.

Note: Some candidates appear on more than one party line. These are the same candidates appearing under different party endorsements, not separate individuals.

Simsbury Voter Information

Simsbury residents planning to vote in the Nov. 3 general election have several important deadlines approaching, including an Oct. 16 voter registration deadline and the start of early voting Oct. 19.

The town encourages residents to review their registration information, polling locations, and voting options before Election Day.

Residents who have moved, changed their names, or need to register for the first time can update their information through Connecticut's online voter registration portal.

The deadline to register online or in person for voting at a regular polling location is Friday, Oct. 16, according to the town.

Eligible residents who miss that deadline may still register in person at the Same Day Voter Registration Station at the Simsbury Public Library, 725 Hopmeadow St., during the early voting period or on Election Day.

Early voting begins Oct. 19

Simsbury residents can vote early at the Simsbury Public Library, 725 Hopmeadow St., from Monday, Oct. 19, through Sunday, Nov. 1.

Early voting hours are:

• Oct. 19-26: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Oct. 27: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Oct. 28: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Oct. 29: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Oct. 30-Nov. 1: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

There will be no voting Monday, Nov. 2.

Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3, when Simsbury's regular polling locations will be open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Voters who plan to cast ballots on Election Day should confirm their assigned polling locations in advance.

Important voting resources

The Town of Simsbury provided several online resources to help residents prepare for the election:

• Voter registration: Register to vote or update registration information.
• Sample ballot: View Simsbury's official 2026 election sample ballot.
• Polling location: Check voter registration status and assigned polling place.
• Absentee ballots: Review absentee ballot information and voting procedures.
• Registrar of Voters: Visit the Simsbury Registrar of Voters webpage.

The deadline to request an absentee ballot is Nov. 2.

Residents can also review the town's official voting information announcement.