BANNOCK COUNTY, Idaho – Residents interested in serving their community can soon file to run for office in the 2026 Primary Election. The filing window for county-level seats opens Monday, March 2, and closes at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 13.
New this year, all candidates must file their declaration forms online at voteidaho.gov. For help with the new online system, visit the Elections Office at 141 N 6th Avenue in Pocatello or call 208-236-7333.
The following county seats are up for election:
- Assessor
- Clerk
- Commissioner (District 1 and District 2)
- Coroner
- Treasurer
Voters’ party affiliation will determine the ballot they use to vote in the Primary Election. The Republican, Libertarian, and Constitution parties have closed their primaries to only registered members. The Democratic Party allows any registered voter to participate in their primary.
Voters who are already registered with a political party but wish to change their affiliation must do so online at voteidaho.gov by Friday, March 13, 2026. Unaffiliated voters can affiliate with a party at the polls. Idaho residents who are not yet registered to vote can register online at voteidaho.gov until May 8, 2026, or can register at the polls on Election Day with an Idaho photo ID and proof of residence.
Election day is scheduled for Tuesday, May 19, 2026. Polls are open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. More information about voting in the Primary Election is available at bannockcounty.gov/elections.
