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Every Vote Counts, But Not Every Delawarean Can Vote

By Jesse S.

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Breaking the Cycle: How Person-First Probation Reform Can Improve Health and Reentry in Delaware

by Jasmyn Moore, ACLU-DE Policy & Advocacy Intern

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Party at the Polls in Sussex County

Showing up early to cast your ballot is worth celebrating – come party at the polls with us! We’re hosting a party to celebrate voting participation in Delaware. Early voters will get a chance to connect with other voters, enjoy some food and music, and take pride in civic participation with your community! Parties are free to attend and open to the public. We encourage you to bring your family, your friends, and your “I voted!” sticker.

Oct 30, 2026 | 3:00 PM (ET)

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How to Vote in Delaware’s 2026 General Elections

DVRC’s voter resource guide for the November 3 General Elections

Press Releases

Sep 21, 2026

DVRC Issues Statement on Supreme Court Ruling in Favor of Permanent Absentee Voters

The Delaware Supreme Court affirmed the earlier decision from the Delaware Court of Chancery.

Sep 15, 2026

DE Legal & Civil Rights Orgs Submit Joint Amicus Brief in Permanent Absentee Voting Lawsuit

Today, the ACLU of Delaware (ACLU-DE), the Community Legal Aid Society, Inc (CLASI), the League of Women Voters of Delaware, and The Arc of Delaware submitted an amicus brief with the Delaware Supreme Court, urging the court to uphold permanent absentee voting laws ahead of the 2026 Midterm Elections.

Sep 9, 2026

Delaware Becomes First State in the Nation to Enact Law Restricting Reverse-Keyword Warrants

The legislation signed into law today, HS 1 for HB 145 w/HA 1, prohibits law enforcement and courts from requesting, issuing, or enforcing reverse-keyword court orders and reverse-keyword requests, with limited exceptions.

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Party at the Polls in Sussex County

Showing up early to cast your ballot is worth celebrating – come party at the polls with us!

We’re hosting a party to celebrate voting participation in Delaware. Early voters will get a chance to connect with other voters, enjoy some food and music, and take pride in civic participation with your community! Parties are free to attend and open to the public. We encourage you to bring your family, your friends, and your “I voted!” sticker.

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