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Run for State Senator in NV
Election Date: Jun 11, 2024Filing Deadline: Mar 15, 2024
Election Details
- Office level: state
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: Part Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: Compensation for state legislators is indexed off of a base per diem rate set in 2011 and increased at the beginning of every new term based on the percentage increase of the salaries of state employees over the preceding term. The base per diem rate was $130/day in 2011 (NRS 218A.630).
- Filing period: Mar 4, 2024 - Mar 15, 2024
- Positions: District 1District 1District 3District 3District 4...
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
Candidate must be a duly qualified elector in their district, at least 21 years old, a resident of the state for one year, and a resident of the district for at least 30 days preceding filing deadline.
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 NV?
Filing fee is $100; Filing fee for independent candidates only is 1% of total number of voters for the position in the previous election, or 100 eligible voters.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office if the district is comprised of more than one county; submit paperwork to the county clerk if the office is wholly contained in a single county.
Where is the filing office?
Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office if the district is comprised of more than one county; submit paperwork to the county clerk if the office is wholly contained in a single county..
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office if the district is comprised of more than one county; submit paperwork to the county clerk if the office is wholly contained in a single county..
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 includes a primary, but not a runoff election.
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