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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline: May 1, 2026
Election Details
- Office level: state
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: Full Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: $151,838/year
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: Jan 31, 2026 - May 1, 2026
- Positions: Arkansas State Supreme Court Chief JusticeArkansas TreasurerArkansas AuditorArkansas Secretary of StatePresident of the United States...
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
Must be a qualified elector, a U.S. Citizen, an Arkansas resident for at least 7 years, at least 30 years old, lawfully registered to vote, must not hold any other office, must never have been convicted of embezzelment of public money, bribery, forgery, or other infamous crimes
Filing instructions
Filing office address: Arkansas Secretary of State: 500 Woodlane Street, Suite 256, Little Rock, AR 72201
Filing phone number: 501-682-5070
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office.
Filing requirements: Filing fee is $5,000 (Democrat), $15,000 (Republican), $0 (independent); signature requirement of the lesser of 10,000 qualified signatures or 3% of voters in the last gubernatorial election in which the candidate is seeking office for independant candidates only.
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 Arkansas?
Filing fee is $5,000 (Democrat), $15,000 (Republican), $0 (independent); signature requirement of the lesser of 10,000 qualified signatures or 3% of voters in the last gubernatorial election in which the candidate is seeking office for independant candidates only.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office.
Where is the filing office?
Arkansas Secretary of State: 500 Woodlane Street, Suite 256, Little Rock, AR 72201.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 501-682-5070.
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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