Where to File

The  Secretary of State accepts candidate filings for United States Senator, United States Representative, Statewide Executive, State Legislative, Supreme Court Justice, Court of Appeals Judge, and Superior Court Judge. All single-county Legislative, Superior Court, and Court of Appeals positions now file with the Office of the Secretary of State.

The Benton County Auditor's Office accepts filings for all countywide and local offices. Candidates are encouraged to  file for office online. Online filing Opens at 8AM on May 3, 2027 and Closes at 5PM on May 7, 2027.

Filing for Office

2026 Candidates Who Have Filed
Guide to Elections and Candidate Filing

2026 Lot Draw Results

First candidate that filed = Appears 5
Second candidate that filed = Appears  4
Third candidate that filed = Appears  1
Fourth candidate that filed = Appears  3
Fifth candidate that filed  = Appears  2

Filing a Resolution

Resolution Cover Sheet
For or Against Committee Form
Guide to Elections and Candidate Filing 
Jurisdiction FAQ

Candidate Filing Dates
05/04/26 First day to file a declaration of candidacy.
05/08/26 Last day to file a declaration of candidacy.
05/11/26 Final Day to withdraw from the ballot
05/19/26 Deadline for submission of Voters' Pamphlet statements and photographs.
Upcoming Resolution Filing Dates
12/11/26 Last day to file a resolution for the 2027 February Special Election.
02/26/27 Last day to file a resolution for the 2027 April Special Election.
04/30/27 Last day to file a resolution for the 2027 August Primary Election.
08/03/27 Last day to file a resolution for the 2027 November General Election.
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