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Filing Period

The filing period for the April 29 State Representative District 78 Special Election is Tuesday, April 8 until Tuesday, April 15 (5:00 p.m.) at the Secretary of State’s Office, Lucas Building, 1st Floor, 321 E 12th Street, Des Moines, IA 50319

Candidate's List

Candidate's List

This list will be updated as filings are accepted by our office. A final version will be uploaded after the filing window closes.

Candidate's Guide

Candidate's Guide

This document provides guidance to candidates regarding eligibility requirements, nomination procedures, filing instructions, and an election calendar.

Ethics and Campaign Disclosure Requirements

For information about candidates' ethics and campaign filing responsibilities and deadlines, please contact the Iowa Ethics and Campaign Disclosure Board.

Nomination Papers

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