New York Voter Guide 2026

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2026 New York Election

Election Date

Tuesday, November 3, 2026

State Population

~19 million people

Congressional Districts

26 U.S. House seats

State Assembly

150 districts

Statewide Offices

Find candidates for New York's major offices:

New York City Elections

NYC has its own election system separate from the rest of New York State. NYC races include Mayor, City Council, and unique local offices.

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New York Counties & Major Cities

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Important Dates

  • March 2026: Candidate filing period opens
  • April 2026: Candidate filing deadline
  • June 23, 2026: Primary Election
  • August 2026: General election campaign period
  • November 3, 2026: General Election Day

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  2. Learn about candidates: Bio, positions, official links
  3. Research further: Campaign websites, voting records, finance data
  4. Vote informed: Know what's on your ballot before election day

Official New York Election Resources

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