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September 27, 2023
Run for State Senator in Louisiana
Election Date: Nov 20, 2027Filing Deadline: Jul 23, 2027
Election Details
- Office level: state
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: Part Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: $16,800/year + $161 per diem
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: Jul 21, 2027 - Jul 23, 2027
- Positions: Louisiana House of Representatives - District 16Louisiana State Senate - District 16Louisiana House of Representatives - District 4Louisiana State Senate - District 4Louisiana State Senate - District 10...
Job description
State Senators are members of the state's upper chamber, as part of the state's bicameral legislature. State senators are responsible for voting on: bills related to public policy matters, levels for state spending, raises or decreases in taxes, and whether to uphold or override gubernatorial vetoes.
Eligibility requirements
A candidate must be 18 years of age or older, must be a resident of the district they seek to hold office to for a minimum of 2 years, must not have been convicted of a felony offense, must have no outstanding fines with the Louisiana Ethics Administration Program
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 8585 Archives Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Filing phone number: 225-922-0900
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the Louisiana Secretary of State's office.
Filing requirements: Filing fee is $600; signature requirement of 500
FAQ
How often is State Senator elected?
The position of State Senator is typically elected every 4 years.
What does it mean for an election to be partisan?
Partisan elections require candidates to declare a party affiliation, like Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, or Independent.
What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Louisiana?
Filing fee is $600; signature requirement of 500
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Louisiana Secretary of State's office.
Where is the filing office?
8585 Archives Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70809.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 225-922-0900.
How do I get started running for State Senator?
You can start running for State Senator by checking to ensure you meet all filing deadlines and requirements. Next, you can prepare to file for office and start planning your campaign strategy. Get in touch with our team of campaign experts for help with any step of the campaign process!
Is there a primary or runoff election for this office?
The next election for State Senator does not include a primary or runoff election.
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