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U.S. Representative in New Jersey
- Election date
- November 3, 2026
- Filing deadline
- Until June 2, 2026
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U.S. Representative
About this position
The U.S. House of Representatives is one of two chambers for the federal legislature. Representatives begin the legislation process, offer amendments, and serve on committees.
Position Details
Employment Type
Full Time
Salary
$174,000/year
Partisan Type
partisan
Election Frequency
Every 2 years
Eligibility Requirements
Representative must be at least twenty-five years old, have been a citizen of the United States for at least seven years, and be an inhabitant of the state they seek to represent.
Filing Requirements
Filing fee is $0 for primary candidates; signature requirement of 200 qualified voters. For independent general candidates, filing fee is $0; signature requirement of 2% of voters for General Assembly in candidate's district in the most recent election, not exceeding 100.
Paperwork Instructions
Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office.
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