News & Updates
The information contained here is intended to provide guidance for those who are preparing to circulate petitions and is not to be used as a substitute for consulting the Election Law for specific petition requirements. Please refer to the Official Political Calendar for all filing dates.
Updates:
- Even-Year Elections Transition Guidance: On December 22, 2023, Governor Hochul signed Chapter 741 of the Laws of 2023, which moves elections for a number of local offices outside of New York City to even-numbered years. For more information, please see the guidance document.
- Requirement for Ballot Access Related Filings by Mail or Overnight Delivery Service: For detailed information, please read this filing requirement document.
- New Requirements for Independent Nominating Petitions: Pursuant to the permanent injunction granted by the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York in Schmidt v. Kosinski, the witness requirements for Independent Nominating Petitions have changed. Please see the new requirements.
Guidance
Petition Information
General Petition Guidance
General guidance for those who are preparing to circulate petitions.
Sample forms prepared by the State Board of Elections.
Information on filing locations for petition forms.
Candidate Specific Guidance
Caucus and petition information on Party nominations of candidates for office.
Petition information on independent/write-in candidates running for President.
Important Rules & Regulations
The following information is intended to provide guidance for those who are preparing to circulate petitions and is not to be used as a substitute for consulting NYS Election Law for specific requirements.
Resources
Contact Information
Additional information may be obtained by calling the New York State Board of Elections at (518) 474-6220 or by contacting your County Board of Elections.