Get Ready to Vote: Your Guide to Washington’s August 5 Primary Election

At Washington Veterans Vote Foundation, we believe our community’s voice is powerful—especially when it’s heard at the ballot box. Whether you're a veteran, currently serving, or part of a military family, you’ve already made service a priority. Now it's time to make your voice count at home.

Washington’s August 5 primary election is just around the corner. Here’s what you need to know to be ready—whether it’s your first time voting in Washington or your fiftieth.

✅ Step 1: Make Sure You’re Registered to Vote

If you’re not registered to vote yet, now’s the time. In Washington, it’s easy to register online, by mail, or in person.

• Register online at VoteWA.gov by July 28

• Register by mail (received by July 28)

• Register in person all the way up to Election Day (August 5) at your county elections office

Are you stationed out of state or deployed? You can still vote! Washington allows military and overseas voters to register and vote electronically. Start the process at VoteWA.gov and select "Military and Overseas Voters."

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🔍 Step 2: Check Your Voter Registration

Already registered? Great! Take a minute to confirm your registration and make sure your address is up to date—especially if you’ve moved recently or are away from home for service or training.

• Visit VoteWA.gov and click "My Voter Information" to check your status, update your address, and confirm your voting district.

  
  

📬 Step 3: Know the Important Dates

Washington is a vote-by-mail state—so your ballot comes to you.

Here’s what to watch for:

• Ballots mailed: By July 18

• Last day to register or update online/by mail: July 28

• Election Day: Tuesday, August 5

• Return your ballot by 8 p.m. on August 5

  • Drop it in a county drop box (no stamp needed!)

  • Or mail it back—but make sure it’s postmarked by Election Day

Need help finding a drop box near you? Use the drop box locator at VoteWA.gov.

🗳 Step 4: Learn What’s on Your Ballot

Every county’s ballot is a little different. Depending on where you live, you may be voting on local leaders, initiatives, levies, or congressional candidates. The best way to be prepared is to review your personalized voter guide:

• Log in to VoteWA.gov to see a sample ballot, get links to the official voters’ pamphlet, and learn more about the races that matter to your community.

If you have questions, your county elections office is a great resource.

🗣 Why It Matters

Military families know better than most the value of service—and of standing up for what matters. Voting is one way to continue that service here at home. Your vote helps shape the communities you live in, the schools your kids attend, the infrastructure you rely on, and the leaders who represent your values.

📢 Spread the Word! Know another veteran or military family member who’s not registered? Share this guide with them. Let’s help ensure Washington’s military community shows up and speaks out.

Questions? We’re here to help. Send us a question via our comment form.

Your voice matters. Make sure it’s heard on August 5.