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A Simple Guide to the April 7 Spring Election in Wisconsin

By Andrew Levinson
March 16th, 2026

MILWAUKEE - On Tuesday, April 7, 2026, Wisconsin voters will head to the polls for the state’s Spring Election. 
Every election matters, particularly for voters with disabilities. Decisions made by judges and other elected officials can affect access to transportation, health care, civil rights, and many other parts of daily life.
This guide explains what is on the ballot, why it matters for people with disabilities, and where you can go to get the information you need to vote.

What Is Being Decided in This Election?Round red, white, and blue “Vote” button with white stars resting on an American flag background.

Spring elections in Wisconsin include judicial races. These are elections for judges who make important legal decisions in our state.
One of the most important races is for the Wisconsin Supreme Court, the highest court in the state. The court decides whether laws follow the Wisconsin Constitution and hears appeals from lower courts. 
There are seven justices on the court, and they serve ten-year terms. They are elected in statewide, nonpartisan elections.
The Supreme Court can shape many issues that affect people with disabilities, including voting rights, education, access to health care, transportation, employment, and long-term care services. 
Some communities will also vote for Circuit Court judges. These judges hear most court cases in Wisconsin first, including civil, criminal, and family cases. And while many races for circuit court judges will only feature one candidate, it’s worth it to know who they are.
Circuit court decisions can impact civil rights, disability rights cases such as guardianship or civil commitments, labor disputes, and other legal issues that affect everyday life. 
Because of this, judicial elections can have long-term effects on disability rights across Wisconsin.

How to Learn About the Candidates

Judicial candidates run in nonpartisan elections, which means their political party is not listed on the ballot. But many candidates are supported by partisan action groups who believe they will operate according to their beliefs.
If you want to learn about the candidates before voting, you can read about their experience, watch interviews or candidate forums, or visit nonpartisan voter information websites such as Vote411.org.
Taking a little time to learn about the candidates can help you decide who best represents your values and priorities.

Outdoor “Vote Here” sign with an American flag graphic and ballot box icon placed on grass beside a road, indicating the location of a polling place.Making a Plan to Vote

One of the best ways to make sure your vote counts is to plan ahead.
Start by checking that you are registered to vote. You can do this at MyVote Wisconsin, the state’s official voter information website.
If you are not registered yet, you can register online, by mail, at your municipal clerk’s office, or at your polling place on Election Day. 
You can also use the MyVote website to find your polling place and see what will appear on your ballot.

 

 

Ways You Can Vote

Wisconsin offers several ways to vote so people can choose the option that works best for them.
Some voters prefer to vote by mail using an absentee ballot. You can request an absentee ballot online, by mail, by email, or by contacting your municipal clerk. 
Other voters choose to vote early in person before Election Day. This is called in-person absentee voting and is often available at municipal clerk offices.
You can also vote in person at your polling place on Election Day between 7:00 AM and 8:00 PM. 
IMPORTANT: If you vote in person, you will need to bring a valid photo ID.

Voting Accessibility for People with Disabilities

Wisconsin law includes several options that help make voting accessible.
For example, if you cannot enter your polling place because of a disability, you can ask for curbside voting. Election workers will bring a ballot out to your vehicle so you can vote outside the building. 
Some voters who are unable to leave their homes because of age, illness, or disability may qualify as indefinitely confined voters, which allows them to automatically receive absentee ballots for each election. 
Accessible voting machines are also available at polling places so that voters with disabilities can vote privately and independently.

Where to Get HelpLogo for the Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition featuring the words “Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition” with a red checkmark inside a ballot box symbol.

If you have questions about voting, several organizations can help.
You can visit myvote.wi.gov to check your registration, find your polling place, or request an absentee ballot.
The Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition also provides information and support for voters with disabilities.
If you have questions related to disability and voting, you can contact the Disability Rights Wisconsin Voter Hotline at 844-347-8683. 

Make Your Voice Heard

People with disabilities are one of the largest and most diverse voting groups in the country. When people with disabilities vote, they help shape policies that affect health care, transportation, housing, employment, and civil rights.
If you are eligible to vote, make a plan now so your voice can be heard in Wisconsin’s Spring Election on April 7.