JACKSON, Miss. – Secretary of State Michael Watson has announced a new "I Voted" sticker contest open to all registered voters in Mississippi.

A new component of the Promote the Vote (PTV) program, Mississippians will have the opportunity to express their creativity and promote civic engagement through this year's contest. Anyone 18 years and older who is registered to vote in Mississippi is encouraged to design and submit artwork to be used as the "I Voted" sticker for all 82 counties during the 2026 election cycle.

"I am thrilled to bring this contest to Mississippi voters through the expansion of Promote the Vote. Combining artistic expression and pride for our beloved state is a great way to engage our voters while highlighting the creative talent of Mississippians," said Secretary Michael Watson.

Submissions must fit on a two-inch circular sticker and cannot be derogatory or negative in any way. The design must include the following: 

• The words "I Voted" (quotation marks not included)
• 2026
• A title for the design

The deadline to submit entries is October 31, 2025. All eligible submissions will be reviewed by a panel of judges including:

• A representative from the Mississippi Economic Council
• A representative from the Mississippi Arts Commission
• A representative from the Mississippi Department of Archives and History

Click here for an overview of the contest

Click here to enter your contest submission

More information about the "I Voted" sticker contest may be found on our website. For questions, please contact PTV@sos.ms.gov.