Vermont Governor's Race Tightens as Registration Stays Open Through Election Day

Vermonters can register to vote up to and including Nov. 3, the day polls open for the general election. Registration is available online, at town clerks' offices, or at the polling place on Election Day. Voters must be U.S. citizens, current Vermont residents, and at least 18 years old by Nov. 3.

The Vermont Public 2026 Poll, conducted in mid-September, showed Democratic and Progressive candidate Amanda Janoo within 10 points of five-term Republican Governor Phil Scott. Janoo is a Cambridge-trained economist. Scott has held the office through five terms, and the survey indicates his support among the coalition he assembled is weakening.

Beyond the governor's race, Vermont voters will decide contests for lieutenant governor, attorney general, secretary of state, state treasurer, and auditor. The lieutenant governor contest drew attention after incumbent Republican John Rodgers and Democratic candidate Molly Gray exchanged views during a recent Vermont Public debate. Incumbent Democrat Becca Balint of Brattleboro is running for reelection to the state's single U.S. House seat, with Republican Gerald Malloy of Weathersfield and independent Adam Ortiz of Newport City also on the ballot.

County-level offices, including state's attorneys and sheriffs, appear on ballots across the state. Two proposed amendments to the Vermont Constitution, identified as Props 3 and 4, also face voter consideration. Vermont's Voter Portal lets residents check registration status and locate their polling place.

The election covers statewide, legislative, and county races. Vermont Public has published an interactive candidate guide listing who appears on each ballot. The source article does not provide polling data for the other statewide offices, the U.S. House race, or the county contests.