Candidate Information

2020 Election Calendar

View key dates for the 2020 election cycle.

2019 Local Election Calendar

This calendar provides dates for those counties having a local or municipal elections in 2019.

Qualifying Procedures for Tennessee Governor

Outlines information regarding the qualifications for Governor, first day to obtain a nominating petition, and the qualifying deadlines for this office.

Qualifying Procedures for United States Senate

Outlines information regarding the qualifications for U.S. Senate, first day to obtain a nominating petition, and the qualifying deadlines for this office.

Procedures for Recognition as a Political Party

Outlines information regarding process to be be recognized as a political party in Tennessee.

The Federal Hatch Act

Provides a link to an explanation of permitted and prohibited political activities for federal employees.

Qualifying Procedures for President of the United States

Outlines information regarding the qualifications for this office, first day to obtain a nominating petition and the qualifying deadlines for this office.

Qualifying Procedures for Presidential Delegates

Outlines information regarding the procedures for the party executive committees, as well as, the procedures for individuals wishing to be delegate candidates to the National Party Convention.

Where to File Candidate Nominating Petitions

Outlines where a candidate must file their original nominating petition and certified duplicate, if applicable, in order to run for that office.

Qualifying Procedures for Tennessee Senate

Outlines information regarding the qualifications for Tennessee Senate, first day to obtain a nominating petition, and the qualifying deadlines for this office.

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