2024 Primary Election
June 4, 2024
The primary election is held for members of the political parties to nominate candidates for the General Election. There are three political parties in Iowa: the Democratic Party, the Libertarian Party, and the Republican Party. Winners of the primary election will have their names automatically placed on the general election ballot.
A list of candidates that have filed nomination paperwork can be found here: 2024 Boone County Primary Election Candidate List
(SAMPLE BALLOTS ARE POSTED AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE)
Voter Registration
The voter pre-registration deadline is Monday, May 20 at 5 pm.
New registrants after the deadline, including on Election Day, will follow the Election Day Registration procedures. Proof of identity and proof of residence will be required.
For additional information: Register to Vote
Absentee Voting
By Mail: The first day we can begin accepting written applications/requests for absentee ballots is Tuesday, March 26. The first day that ballots will be mailed is Wednesday, May 15. The last day to request a mailed ballot is Monday, May 20, the original request must be received in the Auditor's Office by 5 pm that day. On the request form, mark "Primary" under type of election.
In-Person: Voting in the Auditor's Office begins Wednesday, May 15, and will be available during regular business hours until 4:30 pm, on Monday, June 3. The Auditor's Office will also be open for In-Person Absentee Voting on Saturday, June 1.
For additional information: Absentee Voting
All absentee ballots must be received by 8:00 pm on Election Day to be considered on time to be counted.
Election Day Voting
The only way to vote on Election Day is by casting a vote at your assigned polling place.
Visit the link to find your polling place or to see more information about How to Vote.
Candidate Filing Information - CANDIDATE FILING HAS CLOSED (3/22/24, 5 PM)
County Office Candidate Filing Dates
- Monday, March 4 - Friday, March 22 at 5 pm
- Paperwork is to be filed with the County Auditor
- Candidate Guidebook, Affidavit of Candidacy & Nomination Petition can be found here: Iowa Secretary of State - Candidates - Primary Election
State and Federal Office Candidate Filing Dates
- Monday, February 26 - Friday, March 15 at 5 pm
- Paperwork is to be filed with the Secretary of State
- Candidate Guidebook, Affidavit of Candidacy & Nomination Petition can be found here: Iowa Secretary of State - Candidates - Primary Election
For information about candidates' ethics and campaign filing responsibilities and deadlines, please contact the Iowa Ethics and Campaign Disclosure Board.
