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Governor in Maine
- Election date
- November 3, 2026
- Filing deadline
- January 1, 2026 - June 1, 2026
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Governor
About this position
The Governor is the chief executive officer of a state and is responsible for implementing state laws and overseeing the operation of the state executive branch. The Governor oversees legislative proposals and vetoes, executive budgets, and implements executive orders.
Position Details
Employment Type
Full Time
Salary
$70,000/year
Partisan Type
partisan
Election Frequency
Every 4 years
Eligibility Requirements
Candidate shall, at the commencement of the Governor's term, be not less than 30 years of age; a citizen of the United States for at least 15 years, have been 5 years a resident of the State; and at the time of election and during the term for which elected, be a resident of said State.
Filing Requirements
Filing fee is $0; signature requirement of 2,000-3,000 (primary), 4,000-6,000 (petition) .
Paperwork Instructions
Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office.
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