April 22, 2025 •
Miami to Hold Special Election

The Miami City Commission announced the date for a special election following the death of Commissioner Manolo Reyes. The date of the District 4 election has been set for June 3. The winner of the election will serve the rest […]
The Miami City Commission announced the date for a special election following the death of Commissioner Manolo Reyes. The date of the District 4 election has been set for June 3. The winner of the election will serve the rest of Reyes’ term ending in 2027.
April 17, 2025 •
Florida Announces Special Election for Senate District 15

FLORIDA: Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the date for the special election to replace Sen. Geraldine Thompson who died seven months ago. The primary will be on June 24, and the general election will be held on September 2. One of […]
FLORIDA: Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the date for the special election to replace Sen. Geraldine Thompson who died seven months ago. The primary will be on June 24, and the general election will be held on September 2. One of the candidates vying for the position is State Rep. LaVon Bracy-Davis, who announced her resignation from the House, effective September 1.
April 15, 2025 •
California Governor Calls For Special Election

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Gov. Gavin Newsom has issued a proclamation declaring a special election to be held for Assembly District 63. The seat became vacant after Assembly member Bill Essayli announced he was resigning to take an appointment as U.S. Attorney for the […]
Gov. Gavin Newsom has issued a proclamation declaring a special election to be held for Assembly District 63. The seat became vacant after Assembly member Bill Essayli announced he was resigning to take an appointment as U.S. Attorney for the Central District of California. The special primary election will be held on June 24, followed by the special general election on August 26.
March 31, 2025 •
Minnesota Special Election Scheduled for April 29, 2025

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Gov. Tim Walz issued a writ of special election to fill a vacancy in Senate District 6 following the resignation of Sen. Justin Eichorn on March 20. The Senate was expected to expel Eichorn after he was arrested and charged as […]
Gov. Tim Walz issued a writ of special election to fill a vacancy in Senate District 6 following the resignation of Sen. Justin Eichorn on March 20. The Senate was expected to expel Eichorn after he was arrested and charged as part of a minor prostitution sting. The special primary election will be held on April 15, followed by the special general election on April 29.
March 24, 2025 •
Massachusetts Special Election Scheduled

The Massachusetts House of Representatives called for a special election to be held on May 13 for the 3rd Bristol District. The seat was previously held by Rep. Carol Doherty who passed away at the age of 82 after battling […]
The Massachusetts House of Representatives called for a special election to be held on May 13 for the 3rd Bristol District. The seat was previously held by Rep. Carol Doherty who passed away at the age of 82 after battling pancreatic cancer. A special primary will take place May 13.
March 14, 2025 •
Arizona’s 7th Congressional District Rep. Raúl Grijalva Dies

Arizona’s 7th Congressional District Rep. Raúl Grijalva passed away on March 13 after complications from lung cancer, ending his decades-long career in public service. One of Arizona’s longest-serving congressmen, Mr. Grijalva championed immigrants’ rights and climate change policies. Arizona Gov. […]
Arizona’s 7th Congressional District Rep. Raúl Grijalva passed away on March 13 after complications from lung cancer, ending his decades-long career in public service. One of Arizona’s longest-serving congressmen, Mr. Grijalva championed immigrants’ rights and climate change policies. Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs will call for a special election in accordance with state law within 72 hours after the office is officially declared vacant. A special general election must follow between 70 and 80 days after the special primary election.
March 12, 2025 •
New Hampshire Special Election Scheduled

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Gov. Ayotte and the Executive Council scheduled a special election to be held on June 24 for state representative in Strafford County District 12. The seat was previously held by Gerri Cannon, the first transgender legislator elected in the state. […]
Gov. Ayotte and the Executive Council scheduled a special election to be held on June 24 for state representative in Strafford County District 12. The seat was previously held by Gerri Cannon, the first transgender legislator elected in the state. A primary election will be held on May 6.
March 11, 2025 •
Connecticut Special Election Scheduled

Gov. Lamont ordered a special election to be held on April 22 for state House District 113 after Rep. Jason Perillo’s resignation. Perillo resigned on February 28 after winning a special election for Senate District 21.
Gov. Lamont ordered a special election to be held on April 22 for state House District 113 after Rep. Jason Perillo’s resignation. Perillo resigned on February 28 after winning a special election for Senate District 21.
March 7, 2025 •
Mississippi Redistricting Causes Multiple New Special Elections

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Both the state House and Senate have approved redistricting plans. The new plan splits several districts in half and pushes several current representatives and senators out of their district. In total, the redistricting changes will cause 15 special elections, 10 […]
Both the state House and Senate have approved redistricting plans. The new plan splits several districts in half and pushes several current representatives and senators out of their district. In total, the redistricting changes will cause 15 special elections, 10 in the House and five in the Senate. The schedule for the elections includes a primary election August and a general election in November. The exact dates of the special election will be forthcoming in the affected districts.
March 6, 2025 •
Texas 18th Congressional District Rep. Sylvester Turner Dies

Former Houston mayor and current U.S. Congressman Sylvester Turner unexpectedly died March 5 at the age of 70 after suffering a medical emergency. Turner’s 18th Congressional District seat will be filled through a special election to determine who will finish […]
Former Houston mayor and current U.S. Congressman Sylvester Turner unexpectedly died March 5 at the age of 70 after suffering a medical emergency. Turner’s 18th Congressional District seat will be filled through a special election to determine who will finish his current term. Gov. Greg Abbott has called for the special election to be held on November 4.
February 27, 2025 •
Alambama Special Election Scheduled for House District

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A special election has been announced by Gov. Kay Ivey in order to fill a vacancy in House District 11. The seat was formerly filled by Rep. Randall Shedd who was recently tapped to join the office of Senate President […]
A special election has been announced by Gov. Kay Ivey in order to fill a vacancy in House District 11. The seat was formerly filled by Rep. Randall Shedd who was recently tapped to join the office of Senate President Pro Tem Garlen Gudger. The primary has been set for May 13 and a special primary runoff has been set for June 10, if necessary. The special general election will be held on August 26.
February 18, 2025 •
DC Ward 8 Special Election to be Held on July 15

On July 15, there will be a special election for the Ward 8 seat of the Council of the District of Columbia. Trayon White, who was re-elected to the seat in 2024, was expelled from the council by a unanimous […]
On July 15, there will be a special election for the Ward 8 seat of the Council of the District of Columbia.
Trayon White, who was re-elected to the seat in 2024, was expelled from the council by a unanimous vote of his co-councilmembers earlier this month. The reason for the expulsion stems from pending federal corruption charges against White, who ran and was elected while facing these charges.
White, who has served in the council position since 2016, could choose to run again because he has not been found guilty of the charges against him.
February 12, 2025 •
Massachusetts Special Election Scheduled

The Massachusetts House of Representatives called for a special election to be held on May 13 for District 6. Rep. Jerald Parisella declined to take the oath of office for a new term because he was appointed as an associate […]
The Massachusetts House of Representatives called for a special election to be held on May 13 for District 6. Rep. Jerald Parisella declined to take the oath of office for a new term because he was appointed as an associate justice of the District Court in November. A special primary will take place April 15.
February 7, 2025 •
Minnesota Special Election Scheduled for March 11, 2025

Gov. Tim Walz issued a writ of special election to fill the vacant seat in House District 40B following the resignation of Representative-elect Curtis Johnson after a district judge ruled the Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party (DFL) candidate did not meet the residency […]
Gov. Tim Walz issued a writ of special election to fill the vacant seat in House District 40B following the resignation of Representative-elect Curtis Johnson after a district judge ruled the Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party (DFL) candidate did not meet the residency requirement to serve the district. The special election will be held on Tuesday, March 11. If necessary, a special primary election will be held on Tuesday, February 25. The Minnesota Supreme Court canceled a previously scheduled date ruling Gov. Walz scheduled the election too soon. The decision left Republicans with a one-seat advantage in the chamber over the DFL, who were boycotting the session as a result. Wednesday evening DFL and Republican caucus leadership reached an agreement to organize the body. With a quorum for the first time, the House officially began the 2025-26 session Thursday, February 6, after a more than three-week DFL boycott and elected Republican Rep. Lisa Demuth as speaker.
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