The 2024 Arizona statewide elections will be pivotal, with important dates to remember.
July 30, 2024.
November 5, 2024. These dates mark when voters will decide on key political positions and issues that will shape the state's future.
The U.S. Senate race is particularly notable this year.
Incumbent Senator Kyrsten Sinema, who switched from Democrat to Independent, has announced she will not seek re-election. This has opened the field to new candidates.
U.S. Representative Ruben Gallego is running for the Democratic nomination, while prominent Republicans Mark Lamb and Kari Lake are also in the race.
All nine of Arizona's U.S. House of Representatives congressional districts will hold elections.
Key races include District 2, Incumbent Eli Crane (R) is seeking re-election. In District 3, Incumbent Greg Stanton (D) faces new challengers.
These races are critical as they will determine Arizona's representation in the U.S. House.
Three seats on the Arizona Corporation Commission are up for election. The commission, which regulates public utilities in the state, currently has a Republican majority.
Commissioners Lea Márquez Peterson (R), James O'Connor (R), and Anna Tovar (D) are expected to run for re-election.
In addition to federal and state elections, numerous local elections will take place. These include mayoral and city council seats in various cities such as Mesa, Chandler, and Scottsdale.
These local elections are vital for addressing community-specific issues and governance.
Arizona allows for early voting starting on July 3, 2024. Independent voters can participate in the primary elections by selecting a party ballot.
This inclusive approach ensures that all registered voters, regardless of party affiliation, can have a say in the primary process.
Voters will also decide on various ballot measures during the elections. These measures will address a range of issues affecting the state and its residents.
Detailed information on these measures will be available closer to the election date. The 2024 Arizona statewide elections are set to be highly impactful, with significant races at the federal, state, and local levels.
Voters will have the opportunity to shape the political landscape of Arizona through their participation in these elections.