Candidate Information

Procedures for Recognition as a Political Party

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

Municipal 2016 Election Calendar

This calendar provides dates for those counties having a municipal election in 2016.

Election Calendar

This calendar provides important dates and deadlines for votes and candidates for the 2018 election cycle.

The Federal Hatch Act

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

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.

Write-In Candidacy Certificate Form

A write-in candidate is a person whose name does not appear on the ballot, but who wishes to be elected or nominated to an office. This form must be timely filed in order for a write-in candidate to have their names counted.

Qualifications for Elected Offices

Outlines the qualifications for state, federal and county elected offices in Tennessee.

Municipal 2017 Election Calendar

This calendar provides dates for those counties having a municipal election in 2017.