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Louisiana's Switch to Closed Primaries
What Voters Need to Know
What's Changing?
Louisiana used to let everyone vote for anyone in the first round of elections. It didn't matter what party you picked when you signed up to vote. Anyone who received at least 51% of the vote would be declared the winner with no runoff necessary.
Starting in April 2026, Democrats can only vote for Democrats, and Republicans can only vote for Republicans in the primaries.
This is not the only change. There is also the Louisiana v. Callais court case, and based on the outcome, lawmakers might redraw voting maps.
If you're one of Louisiana's 200,000+ Black voters registered as "No Party," you MUST choose a side or lose your voice in who makes it to November.
What Do You Need To Do?
Registering to Vote
  • Gather a copy of each of the following items with your name and current address: A valid photo ID AND a utility bill or government document.
  • Remember to choose a party.
Registered Voter
  • Check your registration status and make sure your registration is ACTIVE.
If registration is active:
  • Check your party choice.
  • Correct it if it is wrong.
  • Choose a party if you don't have one.
Registration Inactive
  • Gather a copy of each of the following items with your name and current address: A valid photo ID AND a utility bill or government document.
  • Remember to choose a party.
What You Need To Know

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