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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline: Aug 5, 2026
Election Details
- Office level: federal
- Length of term: 2 years
- Commitment level: Full Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: $174,000/year
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: Jul 11, 2026 - Aug 5, 2026
- Positions: U.S. House of Representatives Delegate - District of Columbia
Job description
A U.S. Delegate is a non-voting member of the U.S. House of Representatives.
Eligibility requirements
Representative must be be a qualified elector in the District, at least twenty-five years old, hold no other paid public office, and have resided in the District of Columbia continuously since the beginning of the three-year period ending on the date of the general or special election.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: DC Board of Elections, 1015 Half Street, SE, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20003
Filing phone number: 202-727-2525
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the DC Board of Elections ' office.
Filing requirements: Filing fee is $0; signature requirement of 2,000, or 1% of registered voters in the same party as the candidate, whichever is less (primary); 3,000, or 1.5% of registered voters, whichever is less (general)
FAQ
How often is Delegate to the U.S. House elected?
The position of Delegate to the U.S. House is typically elected every 2 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 District of Columbia?
Filing fee is $0; signature requirement of 2,000, or 1% of registered voters in the same party as the candidate, whichever is less (primary); 3,000, or 1.5% of registered voters, whichever is less (general)
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the DC Board of Elections ' office.
Where is the filing office?
DC Board of Elections, 1015 Half Street, SE, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20003.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 202-727-2525.
How do I get started running for Delegate to the U.S. House?
You can start running for Delegate to the U.S. House 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 Delegate to the U.S. House does not include a primary or runoff election.
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