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Maine set to become first state with data center ban
More than a dozen other states are considering similar bans as fears around centers and high energy prices grow.
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Maine Governor General Election
Election Date:November 3, 2026Register by:October 14, 2026
Current holder:Janet T. Mills(Democratic)
The 2026 Maine gubernatorial general election will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect the Governor of Maine. Voters will choose among candidates to fill the state's highest executive office, with the winner serving a four-year term beginning in January 2027.
About This Race
The 2026 Maine gubernatorial general election will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect the Governor of Maine. Voters will choose among candidates to fill the state's highest executive office, with the winner serving a four-year term beginning in January 2027.
Candidates
Important Dates
- Election Date
- November 3, 2026
- Registration Deadline
- October 14, 2026
- Early Voting Starts
- October 21, 2026
- Early Voting Ends
- October 31, 2026
How to Vote
To vote in Maine, residents must register by October 14, 2026, either online, by mail, or in person at their local town office. Early voting begins October 21 and runs through October 31, 2026, at designated municipal polling places; on Election Day, polls are open from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Voters must present identification if registering for the first time or if their registration is incomplete, but photo ID is not required to vote a regular ballot.
