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September 27, 2023
Run for Secretary of State in GA
Election Date: May 19, 2026Filing Deadline: Mar 6, 2026
Election Details
- Office level: state
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: Full Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: $102,708/year
- Filing period: Mar 2, 2026 - Mar 6, 2026
- Positions: Georgia Secretary of StateGeorgia Secretary of StateGeorgia Secretary of StateGeorgia Secretary of State
Job description
The Secretary of State is the chief clerk of the state responsible for maintaining state records.
Eligibility requirements
Candidate must be a citizen of the United States for ten years, a resident of Georgia for four years, and at least 25 years old.
FAQ
How often is Secretary of State elected?
The position of Secretary of State 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 GA?
Filing is 3% of the annual salary of the office; Signature requirement of partisan candidates unable to pay filing fee is 1% of eligible voters in the previous election for this office, Signature requirement of independent candidates is 5% of eligible voters in the previous election for this office.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the state party's office if you are running in a major party primary; Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office if you are running as a minor party, independent, or nonpartisan candidate.
Where is the filing office?
Submit paperwork to the state party's office if you are running in a major party primary; Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office if you are running as a minor party, independent, or nonpartisan candidate..
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling Submit paperwork to the state party's office if you are running in a major party primary; Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office if you are running as a minor party, independent, or nonpartisan candidate..
How do I get started running for Secretary of State?
You can start running for Secretary of State 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 Secretary of State includes a primary, but not a runoff election.
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