(HELENA) — Montana Secretary of State Christi Jacobsen says that nearly 150 candidates filed with the Secretary of State’s Office on the opening day of the 2026 candidate filing period. About 40 candidates appeared in person to file at the Montana State Capitol.
“Tuesday was an incredible opening day for the 2026 candidate filing period,” said Secretary Jacobsen. “It was great to visit with so many of the candidates, and an honor to assist them with this step as they sign up to serve their community and state. I wish the best of luck to all of the candidates running for office this year.”
The latest results for candidates filing with the Secretary of State’s Office can be found on their website. Local candidates file with their county election office Candidate filing closes at 5 p.m. on March 4, 2026.
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