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New York General Election

Tuesday, November 3, 2026 · 164 days away

U.S. House, U.S. Senate, Governor, statewide offices

What’s being decided

The general election determines who holds each office. All registered voters may participate. Winning candidates take office in January 2027.

Candidates

Governor

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Kathy Hochul

Democratic · Incumbent since 2021

Kathy Hochul has served as Governor of New York since August 2021, when she assumed office after Governor Andrew Cuomo resigned. She was elected to a full term in November 2022. Before becoming governor, she served as New York's Lieutenant Governor and previously as a U.S. House member representing western New York.

Voter information

Registration deadline

October 9, 2026 (25 days before the November 3 general)

Same-day registration available

You can register and vote on Election Day at your polling place.