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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 Secretary of State General Election
Election Date:November 3, 2026Register by:October 19, 2026
Current holder:Shenna Bellows(Democratic)
The 2026 Maine Secretary of State general election will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect the state's Secretary of State. This office oversees elections, business filings, and state archives, making it a key administrative position in Maine state government.
About This Race
The 2026 Maine Secretary of State general election will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect the state's Secretary of State. This office oversees elections, business filings, and state archives, making it a key administrative position in Maine state government.
Candidates
Important Dates
- Election Date
- November 3, 2026
- Registration Deadline
- October 19, 2026
- Early Voting Starts
- October 7, 2026
- Early Voting Ends
- October 31, 2026
How to Vote
Voters in Maine can register online, by mail, or in person at their town office or city hall. Early voting begins October 7 and runs through October 31, with Election Day voting on November 3. Voters must provide identification when registering or voting for the first time in a federal election, but Maine does not require photo ID to vote in most cases.
