For Candidates
Campaign Regulations & Campaign Finance
The Commissioner of Political Practices enforces campaign finance and campaign practice laws. For more information about campaign practices, finances, and related reports, review the letter from the Commissioner of Political Practices or visit their website.
NOTE: It is the candidate's responsibility to determine whether or not they are eligible to hold an office. The Election Department cannot advise if candidates are eligible to run for office.
Montana Secretary of State's 2024 Primary and General Election Candidate Calendar - For more MT SOS 2024 Election Calendars Click Here.
Special District Candidate Filing Information and Forms
Open Positions for Candidate Filing by District
Candidate Filing Opens: December 14, 2023
Candidate Filing Closes: February 12, 2024
Deadline to File as a Write-in Candidate:March 4, 2024
Filing Location: Gallatin County Election Office
Election Date: May 7, 2024
School District Candidate Filing Information and Forms
School trustee candidate filing forms can be obtained from the school district clerk or at the website of the Office of Public Instruction.
Candidate Filing Opens: December 14, 2023
Candidate Filing Closes: March 28, 2024
Deadline to File as a Write-in Candidate: April 4, 2024
Filing Location: School District Clerk's Office
Election Date: May 7, 2024
County Candidate Filing Information and Forms
Open County Seats for Candidate Filing
Precinct Committee Person Candidate Filing Form
Write-in Candidate Filing Form
Candidate Filing Opens:
Candidate Filing Closes: March 11, 2024
Deadline to File as a Write-in Candidate for Primary Election: March 4, 2024
Deadline to File as a Write-in Candidate for General Election: September 3, 2024
Filing Location: Gallatin County Election Office
Primary Election Date: June 4, 2024
General Election Date: November 5, 2024