Idaho Candidate Filing Week Begins Feb. 23 for 105 Legislative Seats, Seven Statewide Offices

Filings will show up in real time throughout the week on the state’s candidate filing page.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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The filing period for Idaho’s 105 legislative seats and seven statewide offices is open from February 23 to February 27. Candidates can file online this year, with the filings appearing in real-time on the state’s website. The primary election is scheduled for May 19 and the general election for November 3.

Why it matters

The upcoming elections will determine the leadership of Idaho’s state government, including the governor, attorney general, and other key positions. The candidate filing period is an important milestone that will shape the political landscape in the state.

The details

In a new change this year, candidates can file online at VoteIdaho.gov, eliminating the need to travel to Boise. According to Secretary of State Phil McGrane, the candidate filing page will be closely watched, with "every computer in this building will be clicking refresh on that list." EdNews will provide daily filing updates on their Elections page.

  • The filing period is open from 8 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 23, to 5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 27.
  • The primary election is scheduled for May 19.
  • The general election is scheduled for Nov. 3.

The players

Phil McGrane

Idaho Secretary of State.

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What they’re saying

“Every computer in this building will be clicking refresh on that list, so if you see them distracted in a committee hearing, now you know why.”

— Phil McGrane, Secretary of State (dailyfly.com)

What’s next

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