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General Election · statewide races
2Georgia Governor
November 3, 2026Open seat — Gov. Brian Kemp is term-limited. Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms faces Republican Rick Jackson, who won the June 16, 2026 GOP primary runoff, on November 3.
U.S. Senate – Georgia
November 3, 2026Sen. Jon Ossoff (D) is seeking re-election to Georgia's Class III Senate seat — one of the most competitive Senate races in the country. He faces Republican Mike Collins, who won the June 16, 2026 GOP primary runoff against Derek Dooley.
U.S. House · GA-2
1U.S. House – GA-2 (SW Georgia)
November 3, 2026Rep. Sanford Bishop (D) is one of the longest-serving members of Congress. Covers southwest Georgia including Albany, Valdosta, and rural communities.
Cook County · local races
3Cook County Sheriff
November 3, 2026Cook County Sheriff — responsible for county jail and law enforcement.
Cook County Commission
November 3, 2026Cook County Board of Commissioners — local government and budget.
Cook County Board of Education
November 3, 2026Cook County School Board — non-partisan education governance.
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Cook County voter FAQ
5What's on the ballot in Cook County, Georgia in 2026?
Cook County voters will see 6 races in 2026, including Georgia Governor, U.S. Senate – Georgia, U.S. House (GA-2), Cook County Sheriff, and 2 more. This page lists every race with candidates and key issues.
When is the deadline to register to vote in Cook County?
The registration deadline for the November 2026 general election is October 5, 2026. You can register or check your status at the Georgia Secretary of State's My Voter Page (mvp.sos.ga.gov).
When is early voting in Cook County for the 2026 general election?
Early (advance) voting for the November 2026 general election runs October 12, 2026 through October 30, 2026. Locations are set by the county — contact the Cook County elections office or check mvp.sos.ga.gov for sites and hours.
Where do I vote in Cook County?
Cook County Elections Office — (229) 896-7574 Find your assigned Election Day precinct and a sample ballot on the Georgia My Voter Page (mvp.sos.ga.gov).
What ID do I need to vote in Georgia?
Georgia requires photo ID to vote in person: a Georgia driver's license (even if expired), free state voter ID card, U.S. passport, military ID, tribal ID, or government employee photo ID. Absentee-by-mail voters provide their driver's license or state ID number.
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Cook County elections
Cook County Elections Office — (229) 896-7574
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