Some Greater Cincinnati voters may see an unfamiliar Congress member on their ballot when early voting starts April 7.
New congressional maps that go into effect in 2027 are being used in this election. That means you may be voting in a different congressional district and see a new representative on your ballot.
Election day for the primary race is May 5. Early voting for the race starts April 7 and ends May 3.
Winners in the May primary will run against each other in the general election on Nov. 3.
Here’s what to know before you head to the polls.
What’s my congressional district?
Find your congressional district online at findmydistrict.ohiosos.gov. Enter your home address in the search bar and select “Congressional Districts” and “2027 Districts” to see the district you will vote in for the May primary.
A new district means a new representative
The borders for all three Greater Cincinnati congressional districts were redrawn. If your address is now in a new district, you will have a new representative.
District 1, which includes parts of Hamilton and Warren counties, is represented by Democrat Greg Landsman. In the new maps, it expanded to include Clinton County, but lost some Hamilton County turf, including cities like Blue Ash and Deer Park.
District 2, which includes Clermont County and Southeastern Ohio, is represented by Republican Dave Taylor.
Republican Warren Davidson represents District 8. It includes parts of Butler and Hamilton counties, and grew to encompass more Hamilton County areas like Blue Ash, Amberley Village, and Deer Park.
District 10 is newly part of Greater Cincinnati. In the new maps, it includes Middletown and Trenton. It’s represented by Republican Mike Turner.
All four congressmen are running for reelection.
Can I vote by mail for the primary?
Yes. Absentee voting by mail starts April 7. Ballots can be mailed or personally delivered to your county’s board of elections. Boards must receive the ballots by 7:30 p.m. on Election Day, May 5.
Who can vote in the primary election?
All registered Ohio voters can vote in the May primary. Voters will select either a Democrat, Republican, Libertarian or an Issues Only ballot. You can only vote on candidates within one party. Issues Only ballots do not include partisan candidates.
This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Voters may see unfamiliar names on their primary ballots. Here’s why
Reporting by Victoria Moorwood, Cincinnati Enquirer / Cincinnati Enquirer
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