Anderson voters may need to replace some absentee ballots before the April 23 primary deadline

Some absentee ballots may need to be replaced

Madison County Election Office says some absentee ballots for the May 5 primary were defective because of a printing issue involving 14-inch ballots. That matters for Anderson voters who already requested absentee voting, because some ballots may need to be replaced before election day.

The key point is simple: if you received an absentee ballot, check the county’s guidance right away to see whether yours is among the defective ballots. Do not assume every absentee voter is affected. The county notice is limited to the ballots it identified as defective.

If your ballot does need to be replaced, follow the instructions from Madison County Election Office as soon as possible so your vote is not delayed.

Deadlines that matter this week

Indiana’s absentee-by-mail application deadline is April 23, 2026. That is the date by which the request must be received, so anyone still planning to vote by mail should not wait.

The primary itself is Tuesday, May 5, 2026.

For Anderson residents who prefer not to deal with a mail ballot issue, early voting is already underway in Indiana, and Madison County has in-person voting options available before primary day.

Where Anderson voters can check in person voting options

Madison County’s polling-locations page includes vote center information and a map for voters who want to cast a ballot in person. That is the most direct place to confirm where to go if you plan to vote early or on primary day.

The practical takeaway for Anderson voters is to act now if you requested an absentee ballot. Check whether the county says your ballot is affected, ask for a replacement if needed, and keep the April 23 request deadline in mind if you still need to vote by mail. If in-person voting is easier, early voting options are already open.

Sources

• Madison County Election Office ballot defect resolution and voter guidance
• Madison County 2026 primary polling locations and vote center map
• Indiana Secretary of State absentee voting deadlines
• WRTV report on Indiana early voting start