The Illinois Secretary of State’s Office is urging voters in the Chicago area to confirm their registration status ahead of the Nov. 3, 2026 general election. Residents are asked to check their voter file and are reminded that registration is automatic for anyone who visits a Secretary of State office unless they expressly decline.
Illinois law requires automatic enrollment of anyone who goes to a Secretary of State office, unless the individual opts out, making verification important for those planning to vote.
The advisory is being issued about a week before the election, giving residents time to address any registration issues.