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Method of Nomination for U.S. House of Representatives, 8th CD

Method of Nomination for U.S. House of Representatives, 8th CD

Candidates for U.S. House of Representatives, 8th CD, submit their paperwork with the Chair of the Eighth (8th) Congressional District Committee.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

  • BEGIN FILING 12 NOON on Friday, May 1, 2026 at the Arlington Central Library, in the Blue Room on the second floor.
  • Original Primary Filing Fee Receipt from the Virginia Department of Elections for $3,480
  • Petitions of Qualified Voters collected starting January 1, 2026
    • For U.S. House of Delegates: 1000 signatures of qualified voters in the Eighth (8th) Congressional District.

FULL INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE ON  THE VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF ELECTIONS WEBSITE