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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline: May 26, 2026
Election Details
- Office level: state
- Length of term: 2 years
- Commitment level: Full Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: $110,000/year + per diem
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: May 19, 2026 - May 26, 2026
- Positions: Montgomery County Legislature - District 2Montgomery County Family Court JudgeMontgomery County ExecutiveMontgomery County Legislature - District 6Montgomery County Legislature - District 1...
Job description
State Senators are members of the state's upper chamber, as part of the state's bicameral legislature. State senators are responsible for voting on: bills related to public policy matters, levels for state spending, raises or decreases in taxes, and whether to uphold or override gubernatorial vetoes.
Eligibility requirements
Must be at least 18 years old, a U.S. citizen, a resident of state for 5 years, and a resident of district for 12 months immediately preceding election
Filing instructions
Filing office address: New York State Board of Elections: 40 North Pearl St., Suite 5 Albany, New York 12207
Filing phone number: 518-474-6220
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the New York State Board of Elections office.
Filing requirements: Filing fee is $0; signature requirement of 5% of enrolled voters of the party in the district or 1,000, whichever is less (party candidates); 5% of the total number of votes cast for governor at the last gubernatorial election in the district or 3,000, whichever is less (independent candidates).
FAQ
How often is State Senator elected?
The position of State Senator 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 Montgomery County?
Filing fee is $0; signature requirement of 5% of enrolled voters of the party in the district or 1,000, whichever is less (party candidates); 5% of the total number of votes cast for governor at the last gubernatorial election in the district or 3,000, whichever is less (independent candidates).
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the New York State Board of Elections office.
Where is the filing office?
New York State Board of Elections: 40 North Pearl St., Suite 5 Albany, New York 12207.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 518-474-6220.
How do I get started running for State Senator?
You can start running for State 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 State Senator does not include a primary or runoff election.
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