So, You Want to Be in Congress?
If you do, now might be your time — especially if you’re in South Carolina’s First Congressional District.
Earlier this morning, Governor Nikki Haley signed an Executive Order scheduling a Special Election in the 1st Congressional District. The seat became vacant after Governor Haley appointed Tim Scott to the United States Senate. Candidates will file with their respective state party offices.
If you decide to run, here’s what you need to know:
- January 18 at Noon – Filing for Office Opens
- January 28 at Noon – Filing for Office Closes
- March 19 – Party Primary
- April 2 – Party Primary Runoff (if necessary)
- May 7 – General Election
The filing fee will be prorated from $3480, as required by law (around $3000).
Candidates must also complete all disclosure requirements as enforced by the Federal Election Commission (http://www.fec.gov/info/filing.shtml).
That’s it in a nutshell. Now you can run for Congress.
