State Senators are members of the state's upper chamber, as part of the state's bicameral legislature. State senators are responsible for voting on: bills related to public policy matters, levels for state spending, raises or decreases in taxes, and whether to uphold or override gubernatorial vetoes.
A candidate must be 18 years-old and a elector of the district.
Filing Requirements
Filing Fee is $75; signature requirement for Major Party candidates: 2% of the total of the current voter registration of the party in the district. Minor Party candidates: 4% of the current total of qualified voters of the district..
Paperwork Instructions
Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office.