Nebraska Secretary of State Bob Evnen certified the statewide ballot Thursday for the May 12, 2026, primary election.
In adherence with state law, the Secretary of State must certify candidates, offices, and measures to be placed on the statewide ballot at least 50 days prior to the election.
“Now that the primary ballot is certified, just ahead of the 50-day deadline, counties can begin finalizing their preparations for the primary election in May.” said Secretary Evnen in a statement.
The full list of candidates and offices up for election in the May 12, 2026, statewide primary election, can be viewed below or at sos.nebraska.gov/elections.





