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Pennsylvania 2026 State Senate General Elections

Election Date:November 3, 2026Register by:October 19, 2026
Current holder:Dan Laughlin(Republican)

The 2026 Pennsylvania State Senate General Election will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect members to the Pennsylvania State Senate. All odd-numbered Senate districts are up for election in this cycle, with Senators serving four-year terms. Winners will take office in January 2027 and serve until 2031.

About This Race

The 2026 Pennsylvania State Senate General Election will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect members to the Pennsylvania State Senate. All odd-numbered Senate districts are up for election in this cycle, with Senators serving four-year terms. Winners will take office in January 2027 and serve until 2031.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date
November 3, 2026
Registration Deadline
October 19, 2026
Early Voting Starts
October 28, 2026
Early Voting Ends
November 1, 2026

How to Vote

To vote in Pennsylvania, residents must be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years old by Election Day, and have resided in their precinct for at least 30 days. Voters can register online, by mail, or in person at county election offices. On Election Day, polls are open from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM; acceptable ID includes a Pennsylvania driver's license, state ID, U.S. passport, or military ID. Mail-in ballots must be requested by November 1, 2026, and received by 8:00 PM on Election Day.

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Incumbent
Republican

Dan Laughlin

Pennsylvania State Senate, District 49

Biography

Dan Laughlin is the incumbent Republican State Senator representing Pennsylvania's 49th Senatorial District, serving since 2017. He previously served in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives and is a small business owner from Erie County. Laughlin is seeking re-election to continue his work on economic development, infrastructure, and veterans' issues.

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Democratic

Joe Logue

Pennsylvania State Senate, District 49

Biography

Joe Logue is a Democratic nominee and Erie County Council member running for the Pennsylvania State Senate in District 49. He is a lifelong resident of Erie, a former teacher, and advocate for public education, healthcare access, and environmental protection. Logue is challenging Senator Laughlin to bring new leadership and progressive policies to the district.

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