Filing Period Begins for June Election in LA County

Candidates can now file for state, federal, and most county offices on the June 2 primary ballot.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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The filing period for the June 2 primary election in Los Angeles County begins on Monday, February 9th. This includes all state and federal offices as well as most county offices, including the open First District seat on the LA County Board of Supervisors.

Why it matters

The June primary election will determine the candidates that advance to the general election in November, making the filing period an important first step in the electoral process. The open First District seat on the LA County Board of Supervisors is a particularly high-profile race that will impact the direction of county policies and initiatives.

The details

Candidates have until March 11th to file the necessary paperwork and signatures to appear on the June 2 primary ballot for state, federal, and most county offices in LA County. This includes the open First District seat on the Board of Supervisors, which is being vacated by a longtime incumbent.

  • The filing period begins on Monday, February 9, 2026.
  • The filing deadline is Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
  • The June 2, 2026 primary election will determine the candidates that advance to the November general election.

The players

LA County Board of Supervisors

The governing body of Los Angeles County, responsible for setting policies and overseeing county operations and services.

First District

One of the five districts that make up the LA County Board of Supervisors, representing a large swath of central and eastern LA County.

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What’s next

The filing deadline is March 11, 2026, after which the official candidate list for the June 2 primary will be set.

The takeaway

The start of the filing period marks an important milestone in the 2026 election cycle, as candidates vie for state, federal, and county offices that will shape the future of Los Angeles County.