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September 27, 2023
Run for Secretary of State in Kansas
Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline: Aug 3, 2026
Election Details
- Office level: state
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: Full Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: $86,003/year
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: N/A - Aug 3, 2026
- Positions: Kansas Secretary of StateU.S. Senate - KansasKansas Court of Appeals Judge - Position 2 (Retain Isherwood?)Kansas Court of Appeals Judge - Position 9 (Retain Arnold-Burger?)Kansas Court of Appeals Judge - Position 4 (Retain Warner?)...
Job description
The Secretary of State is the chief elections officer of the state, administering elections and voter registration throughout the state. The office also files campaign finance reports and registers lobbyists. The secretary operates the business filing center, which registers business entities, trademarks, trade names, and liens made pursuant to the uniform commercial code. The secretary's publications section is responsible for publishing various legal and informational documents for the state. This includes statutory and administrative law publications such as session laws, regulations, and the state's gazette, the Kansas Register.
Eligibility requirements
Must be an elector and resident on election date and when taking office
Filing instructions
Filing office address: Kansas Secretary of State : Memorial Hall, 1st Floor,120 SW 10th Avenue Topeka, KS 66612-1594
Filing phone number: 785-296-4561
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office.
Filing requirements: Filing Fee is 1% of salary; signature requirement for Major Party candidates: 1% of the total of the current voter registration of the party in the district. Minor Party candidates: 5000
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 Kansas?
Filing Fee is 1% of salary; signature requirement for Major Party candidates: 1% of the total of the current voter registration of the party in the district. Minor Party candidates: 5000
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office.
Where is the filing office?
Kansas Secretary of State : Memorial Hall, 1st Floor,120 SW 10th Avenue Topeka, KS 66612-1594.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 785-296-4561.
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 does not include a primary or runoff election.
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