North Dakota, Mesa County Launch 'I Voted' Sticker Design Contests

Several states and counties across the U.S. are launching 'I Voted' sticker design contests to encourage civic engagement and celebrate voting participation ahead of the 2026 election cycle. North Dakota's Secretary of State Michael Howe announced a statewide contest open to all ages, with submissions accepted from September to November 2025 and the winning design to be revealed in March 2026 and distributed during the June primary. Similarly, Thurston County in Washington unveiled a new sticker design created by a local artist, featuring regional symbols, to be used from the 2025 general election through the 2027 primary. Mesa County, Colorado, is also hosting a contest exclusively for students in grades 1-12, with public voting in December 2025 and the winner’s design distributed throughout the 2026 election season. These contests highlight the importance of voter participation and community pride, with officials emphasizing that the stickers symbolize more than just a mark of having voted but a declaration of civic involvement. Public voting and professional judging panels are common elements across these contests, fostering community involvement in the electoral process.