Pennsylvania Prepares for November 3 General Election
Pennsylvania voters will elect a governor, state legislators, and all 17 congressional representatives on November 3, 2026.
Pennsylvania will hold its general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, featuring a wide array of state and federal contests. Voters will elect a governor and lieutenant governor, the entire Pennsylvania House of Representatives, and half of the state Senate. Additionally, all 17 of the state's congressional districts are up for election.
The gubernatorial race includes Democratic incumbent Josh Shapiro, Republican state treasurer Stacy Garrity, and Libertarian Ken Krawchuk. While no statewide ballot measures are scheduled, local questions will appear on ballots in specific areas, including Philadelphia and Allegheny County.
Election officials set the voter registration deadline for October 19, with the deadline to request mail or absentee ballots ending at 5 p.m. on October 27. To be counted, mail ballots must reach county election offices by 8 p.m. on Election Day. First-time voters at polling locations must provide identification, such as a driver's license or passport.
