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NewsFOX 13 Tampa BayAugust 18, 2026Hillsborough

Florida holds primary election on August 18 with polls open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Florida voters are casting ballots in the primary election today, August 18, with in-person polling locations open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mail-in ballots must be received by election offices no later than 7 p.m. today to be counted.

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Why It Matters

Residents must adhere to specific deadlines and party-affiliation rules to ensure their votes are counted in the primary election.

Key Facts

  • The primary election is held today, August 18.
  • In-person polling locations are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Mail-in ballots must arrive at election offices by 7 p.m. on August 18 to be counted.
  • Florida is a closed primary state, restricting voters to races corresponding to their registered party.
  • The deadline to register or change party affiliation was July 20.

Who's Mentioned

locationFlorida“The state where the primary election is taking place.”