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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline: Aug 22, 2026
Election Details
- Office level: federal
- Length of term: 6 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 27, 2026 - Aug 22, 2026
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Job description
The U.S. Senate is one of two chambers of the federal legislature. Senators are responsible for writing and passing legislation, approving presidential appointments, and ratifying treaties with foreign countries.
Eligibility requirements
Senator must be at least thirty years, have been a citizen of the United States for at least nine years, and must be an inhabitant of the state they seek to represent.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: Iowa Secretary of State, First Floor, Lucas Building, 321 E. 12th St., Des Moines, IA 50319
Filing phone number: 515-281-0145
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office.
Filing requirements: Filing fee is $0; signature requirement of least 1 percent of the voters of the candidate’s party in at least 10 counties and in the aggregate not less than 0.5 percent of the total vote of the candidate’s party in the state, as shown by the last general election.
FAQ
How often is U.S. Senator elected?
The position of U.S. Senator is typically elected every 6 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 Iowa?
Filing fee is $0; signature requirement of least 1 percent of the voters of the candidate’s party in at least 10 counties and in the aggregate not less than 0.5 percent of the total vote of the candidate’s party in the state, as shown by the last general election.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office.
Where is the filing office?
Iowa Secretary of State, First Floor, Lucas Building, 321 E. 12th St., Des Moines, IA 50319.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 515-281-0145.
How do I get started running for U.S. Senator?
You can start running for U.S. Senator 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 U.S. Senator does not include a primary or runoff election.
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