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New Hampshire Secretary of State General

Election Date:November 3, 2026Register by:October 26, 2026
Current holder:David M. Scanlan(Republican)

The New Hampshire Secretary of State General Election will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect the state's chief election officer. This office oversees statewide elections, maintains voter registration records, certifies election results, and ensures compliance with state and federal election laws.

About This Race

The New Hampshire Secretary of State General Election will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect the state's chief election officer. This office oversees statewide elections, maintains voter registration records, certifies election results, and ensures compliance with state and federal election laws.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date
November 3, 2026
Registration Deadline
October 26, 2026
Early Voting Starts
October 5, 2026
Early Voting Ends
November 2, 2026

How to Vote

To vote in New Hampshire, residents must register by October 26, 2026, either online, by mail, or in person at their town or city clerk's office. On Election Day, voters can cast ballots at their designated polling place; early voting is available from October 5 to November 2, 2026, at designated locations. Valid photo ID is required to vote, or voters may sign an affidavit of identity if they lack ID.

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Incumbent
Republican

David M. Scanlan

New Hampshire Secretary of State

Biography

David M. Scanlan is the incumbent New Hampshire Secretary of State, having been appointed in 2021 and elected in 2022. A veteran of the U.S. Army and former deputy secretary of state, he is running for re-election to continue modernizing election systems and ensuring voting access and integrity across the state.

Campaign Website
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Democratic

William C. Bradford

New Hampshire Secretary of State

Biography

William C. Bradford is a former New Hampshire state representative and election law attorney who has advocated for voting rights and electoral transparency. He is challenging the incumbent to increase voter participation, modernize voting technology, and ensure all eligible voters can access the ballot.

Campaign Website

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