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Arkansas voters must submit absentee voter applications by mail, fax or email today

40/29 News·Oct 27, 2026 · 9:55 AM CT
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Tuesday, Oct. 27, is the deadline for county clerks to receive absentee ballot applications sent by mail, fax or email for Arkansas' Nov. 3 general election. Applications delivered in person by a designated bearer or authorized administrator are due by 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, and mailed absentee ballots must arrive by 7:30 p.m. on Election Day.

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