Brazil's TSE to Widely Notify Voters of Polling Location Changes Ahead of October 25 Elections

On October 19, 2026, the Ministério Público Eleitoral (MPE) urged the Tribunal Superior Eleitoral (TSE) to extensively publicize changes to over 400 voting locations affecting approximately 130,000 voters across 22 states. These changes, prompted by heavy rains, energy supply issues, and structural risks to previous sites, require voters to cast ballots at different polling stations for the upcoming second round of elections on October 25.

To ensure voters are well-informed despite the tight timeframe, the MPE recommended multiple communication channels, including notifications through the E-título app, official electoral websites, radio, television, social media, and by placing informational posters at former voting locations. The goal is to prevent voter confusion and facilitate smooth electoral participation.

In a related electoral process, the Minas Gerais government has opened voter registration from October 26 to November 10 for representatives to join the Conselho Estadual de Política Cultural (Consec-MG) for 2026-2028. Candidates and voters must meet qualifications such as residency in Minas Gerais and at least two years of cultural experience. The Consec-MG, which provides guidance on state cultural policies, includes representatives from 18 cultural sectors. Voting will be conducted online via an auditable platform.

Overall, these efforts reflect Brazil's attention to ensuring electoral integrity and voter engagement through clear communication about logistical changes and new electoral opportunities within the cultural sector.