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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline: Jun 1, 2026
Election Details
- Office level: state
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: Full Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: $145,000/year
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: N/A - Jun 1, 2026
- Positions: U.S. Senate - AlaskaAlaska Supreme Court Justice (Retain Maassen?)Alaska Appeals Court Justice (Retain Terrell?)Alaska Supreme Court Justice (Retention Awaiting Appointment)Alaska Supreme Court Justice (Retain Carney?)...
Job description
The Governor is the chief executive officer of a state and is responsible for implementing state laws and overseeing the operation of the state executive branch. The Governor oversees legislative proposals and vetoes, executive budgets, and implements executive orders.
Eligibility requirements
At least 30 years of age on the first Monday in December following the election; citizen of the United States for at least 7 years; qualified voter of the state; resident of Alaska for at least 7 years immediately preceding filing for office.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: Division of Elections, Court Plaza Building, 240 Main Street, 4th Floor, Juneau, AK 99801
Filing phone number: 907-465-4611
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the Division of Elections' Office.
Filing requirements: Filing fee is $200, or $100 each for Governor and Lieutenant Governor filing jointly; signature requirement of 1 percent of the number of voters who cast ballots in the preceding general election
FAQ
How often is Governor elected?
The position of Governor is typically elected every 4 years.
What does it mean for an election to be partisan?
Partisan elections require candidates to declare a party affiliation, like Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, or Independent.
What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Alaska?
Filing fee is $200, or $100 each for Governor and Lieutenant Governor filing jointly; signature requirement of 1 percent of the number of voters who cast ballots in the preceding general election
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Division of Elections' Office.
Where is the filing office?
Division of Elections, Court Plaza Building, 240 Main Street, 4th Floor, Juneau, AK 99801.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 907-465-4611.
How do I get started running for Governor?
You can start running for Governor by checking to ensure you meet all filing deadlines and requirements. Next, you can prepare to file for office and start planning your campaign strategy. Get in touch with our team of campaign experts for help with any step of the campaign process!
Is there a primary or runoff election for this office?
The next election for Governor does not include a primary or runoff election.
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