RUN FOR OFFICE
We're looking for the next generation of leaders to help us build a better America, right here in Houston County. If you're thinking about running, let us know.
It's almost time to qualify your campaign!
Check the tiles below to find out where to go to qualify your campaign, how much the qualifying fee is, and to whom it must be paid.
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See the Georgia Secretary of State's website for the candidate handbook and other essential information.
To qualify, bring with you:
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Valid photo ID
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Completed Declaration of Candidacy & Affidavit (recommended)
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Qualifying fee
Qualifying schedule:
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Monday, March 2, 2026 - 9:00am thru 5:00pm​
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Tuesday, March 3, 2026 - 9:00am thru 5:00pm
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Wednesday, March 4, 2026 - 9:00am thru 5:00pm
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Thursday, March 5, 2026 - 9:00am thru 5:00pm
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Friday, March 6, 2026 - 9:00am thru 12:00pm
OFFICES
Board of Education - Post 6 (At large)
Houston County Government Building
2030 Kings Chapel Road
PO Box 945
Perry, GA 31069
*Qualifying fee: $216
*Payable to the Houston County Board of Elections. Qualifying fee must be made by money order or certified campaign or personal check only - no cash or credit/debit card payments accepted.
Board of Education - District 4
Houston County Government Building
2030 Kings Chapel Road
PO Box 945
Perry, GA 31069
*Qualifying fee: $216
*Payable to the Houston County Board of Elections. Qualifying fee must be made by money order or certified campaign or personal check only - no cash or credit/debit card payments accepted.
Board of Education - District 2
Houston County Government Building
2030 Kings Chapel Road
PO Box 945
Perry, GA 31069
*Qualifying fee: $216
*Payable to the Houston County Board of Elections. Qualifying fee must be made by money order or certified campaign or personal check only - no cash or credit/debit card payments accepted.
County Commission: Post 2
Houston County Democratic Committee
Succeed Cowork
1302 Watson Blvd.
Warner Robins, GA 31093
*Qualifying fee: $592.80
*Payable to the Houston County Democratic Committee. Qualifying fee must be made by money order or certified campaign or personal check only - no cash or credit/debit card payments accepted.
County Commission: Chair - Post 1
Houston County Democratic Committee
Succeed Cowork
1302 Watson Blvd.
Warner Robins, GA 31093
*Qualifying fee: $4,297.49
*Payable to the Houston County Democratic Committee. Qualifying fee must be made by money order or certified campaign or personal check only - no cash or credit/debit card payments accepted.
Solicitor General
Houston County Democratic Committee
Succeed Cowork
1302 Watson Blvd.
Warner Robins, GA 31093
*Qualifying fee: $4,131.40
*Payable to the Houston County Democratic Committee. Qualifying fee must be made by money order or certified campaign or personal check only - no cash or credit/debit card payments accepted.
State Court Judge
Houston County Government Building
2030 Kings Chapel Road
PO Box 945
Perry, GA 31069
*Qualifying fee: $5,639.35
*Payable to the Houston County Board of Elections. Qualifying fee must be made by money order or certified campaign or personal check only - no cash or credit/debit card payments accepted.
District Attorney
206 Washington Street, Atlanta, GA 30334
State Capitol Building, Room 230
(Public entrance is on Mitchell Street)
*Qualifying fee: $3,974.19
*Payable to the Democratic Party of Georgia. Qualifying fee must be made by money order or certified campaign or personal check only - no cash or credit/debit card payments accepted.
Superior Court Judge
2 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive
West Tower, 8th Floor SE
Atlanta, GA 30334
*Qualifying fee: $6,031.80
*Payable to the Georgia Secretary of State. Qualifying fee must be made by money order or certified campaign or personal check only - no cash or credit/debit card payments accepted.
Judge of the Court of Appeals
2 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive
West Tower, 8th Floor SE
Atlanta, GA 30334
*Qualifying fee: $6,831
*Payable to the Georgia Secretary of State. Qualifying fee must be made by money order or certified campaign or personal check only - no cash or credit/debit card payments accepted.
Justice of the Supreme Court
2 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive
West Tower, 8th Floor SE
Atlanta, GA 30334
*Qualifying fee: $6,900
*Payable to the Georgia Secretary of State. Qualifying fee must be made by money order or certified campaign or personal check only - no cash or credit/debit card payments accepted.
State House Representative
206 Washington Street, Atlanta, GA 30334
State Capitol Building, Room 230
(Public entrance is on Mitchell Street)
*Qualifying fee: $400
*Payable to the Democratic Party of Georgia. Qualifying fee must be made by money order or certified campaign or personal check only - no cash or credit/debit card payments accepted.
State Senator
206 Washington Street, Atlanta, GA 30334
State Capitol Building, Room 230
(Public entrance is on Mitchell Street)
*Qualifying fee: $400
*Payable to the Democratic Party of Georgia. Qualifying fee must be made by money order or certified campaign or personal check only - no cash or credit/debit card payments accepted.
Public Service Commissioner
206 Washington Street, Atlanta, GA 30334
State Capitol Building, Room 230
(Public entrance is on Mitchell Street)
*Qualifying fee: $3,934.70
*Payable to the Democratic Party of Georgia. Qualifying fee must be made by money order or certified campaign or personal check only - no cash or credit/debit card payments accepted.
Commissioner of Labor
206 Washington Street, Atlanta, GA 30334
State Capitol Building, Room 230
(Public entrance is on Mitchell Street)
*Qualifying fee: $3,929.94
*Payable to the Democratic Party of Georgia. Qualifying fee must be made by money order or certified campaign or personal check only - no cash or credit/debit card payments accepted.
Commissioner of Insurance
206 Washington Street, Atlanta, GA 30334
State Capitol Building, Room 230
(Public entrance is on Mitchell Street)
*Qualifying fee: $3,911.82
*Payable to the Democratic Party of Georgia. Qualifying fee must be made by money order or certified campaign or personal check only - no cash or credit/debit card payments accepted.
Commissioner of Agriculture
206 Washington Street, Atlanta, GA 30334
State Capitol Building, Room 230
(Public entrance is on Mitchell Street)
*Qualifying fee: $3,779.63
*Payable to the Democratic Party of Georgia. Qualifying fee must be made by money order or certified campaign or personal check only - no cash or credit/debit card payments accepted.
State School Superintendent
206 Washington Street, Atlanta, GA 30334
State Capitol Building, Room 230
(Public entrance is on Mitchell Street)
*Qualifying fee: $3,998.10
*Payable to the Democratic Party of Georgia. Qualifying fee must be made by money order or certified campaign or personal check only - no cash or credit/debit card payments accepted.
Attorney General
206 Washington Street, Atlanta, GA 30334
State Capitol Building, Room 230
(Public entrance is on Mitchell Street)
*Qualifying fee: $4,475.07
*Payable to the Democratic Party of Georgia. Qualifying fee must be made by money order or certified campaign or personal check only - no cash or credit/debit card payments accepted.
Secretary of State
206 Washington Street, Atlanta, GA 30334
State Capitol Building, Room 230
(Public entrance is on Mitchell Street)
*Qualifying fee: $3,859.11
*Payable to the Democratic Party of Georgia. Qualifying fee must be made by money order or certified campaign or personal check only - no cash or credit/debit card payments accepted.
Lt. Governor
206 Washington Street, Atlanta, GA 30334
State Capitol Building, Room 230
(Public entrance is on Mitchell Street)
*Qualifying fee: $3,048.28
*Payable to the Democratic Party of Georgia. Qualifying fee must be made by money order or certified campaign or personal check only - no cash or credit/debit card payments accepted.
Governor
206 Washington Street, Atlanta, GA 30334
State Capitol Building, Room 230
(Public entrance is on Mitchell Street)
*Qualifying fee: $5,549.78
*Payable to the Democratic Party of Georgia. Qualifying fee must be made by money order or certified campaign or personal check only - no cash or credit/debit card payments accepted.
United States Representative
206 Washington Street, Atlanta, GA 30334
State Capitol Building, Room 230
(Public entrance is on Mitchell Street)
*Qualifying fee: $5,220
*Payable to the Democratic Party of Georgia. Qualifying fee must be made by money order or certified campaign or personal check only - no cash or credit/debit card payments accepted.
United States Senator
206 Washington Street, Atlanta, GA 30334
State Capitol Building, Room 230
(Public entrance is on Mitchell Street)
*Qualifying fee: $5,220
*Payable to the Democratic Party of Georgia. Qualifying fee must be made by money order or certified campaign or personal check only - no cash or credit/debit card payments accepted.