(Boise, Idaho) – It’s the final countdown for Statewide, Legislative, and Federal candidates filing to run in the 2026 election cycle. The final deadline for candidates of these offices is today, February 27, at 5 p.m. MST. Candidates must complete the filing process at VoteIdaho.gov before the deadline.
The list of candidates who file by 5 p.m. will not be immediately available on VoteIdaho.gov. Each submission must be reviewed and verified by the Secretary of State’s elections team to confirm eligibility. A comprehensive and vetted list of candidates is expected to be available later this evening. VoteIdaho.gov will feature a banner once the list is finalized, and updates will also be shared on the Secretary of State’s social media channels.
Across Idaho, more than 350 candidates have successfully filed to appear on the May 19 primary election ballot.
A second, two-week filing period for county and local offices, as well as precinct committeemen, will open next week through VoteIdaho.gov. The filing window for those offices runs from March 2 at 8 a.m. (local time) through March 13 at 5 p.m. (local time).
Candidate filing information for local offices is also available at the local county elections offices.
To learn more about the process and obtain key filing documents, including candidate petition forms, please visit the link available at VoteIdaho.gov. Comprehensive guidance is also provided on our “How to Run for Office” webpage.
The Secretary of State’s office encourages anyone with questions to reach out. Our office is committed to supporting candidates every step of the way to ensure the process is clear, accessible, and conducted smoothly.