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Florida voters will decide 99 races during the 2026 midterm election cycle, including a high-stakes gubernatorial contest and competitive federal races. The state will elect a new governor (as incumbent Ron DeSantis is term-limited), all 27 U.S. House seats, one U.S. Senate seat, and numerous state legislative positions across the Florida Senate and House of Representatives.
With its status as the nation's third-most populous state and a perennial battleground in federal elections, Florida's 2026 races will draw national attention. The state legislative races will determine the balance of power in Tallahassee, while the gubernatorial race will shape policy direction on issues ranging from education and healthcare to environmental management and economic development. Both major parties will compete in primaries on August 18, 2026, with the general election following on November 3, 2026.
Florida's diverse electorate—spanning urban centers like Miami, Tampa, and Jacksonville; suburban communities across Central Florida; and rural regions in the Panhandle and interior—creates a complex electoral landscape. The state's continued population growth and shifting demographics make it a focal point for understanding broader national political trends during this midterm cycle.
Florida voters must be U.S. citizens, Florida residents, and at least 18 years old by Election Day. Voter registration is available online through the Florida Division of Elections, in person at county Supervisors of Elections offices, or by mail. Florida operates closed primaries, meaning only registered party members may vote in that party's primary elections.
Florida offers multiple voting methods: early in-person voting (available at designated locations for up to 15 days before Election Day, with specific dates set by each county), vote-by-mail (no-excuse absentee voting available to any registered voter who requests a ballot), and in-person voting at assigned polling places on Election Day. Voters must present valid photo identification with signature at the polls, such as a Florida driver's license, Florida ID card, U.S. passport, or other approved forms. Voters without photo ID may cast a provisional ballot. Each county's Supervisor of Elections website provides specific information on polling locations, sample ballots, and local election procedures.
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