The opportunity to run for office in 2026 begins with the candidacy filing which opens this Friday. In both Duchesne County and Uintah County, the local offices to be filled in the 2026 General Election include School Board Districts 1, 2, and 3; County Commission Seat A and B; County Attorney, County Clerk-Auditor, and County Sheriff. There are also openings for Utah State Senate District 20 and Utah State House District 68 as well as several Appeals and Supreme Court Judges up for retention. In Uintah County, there will also be U.S. House District 2 and in Duchesne County, U.S. House District 3 and Utah State House District 67. Candidacy filing for all offices will be open January 2nd through January 8th. Filing fees vary depending on the office but are listed in the 2026 Election Notice for each county.
