State Representatives are members of the state's lower chamber, as part of the state's bicameral legislature. State representatives are responsible for voting on: bills related to public policy matters, levels for state spending, raises or decreases in taxes, and whether to uphold or override gubernatorial vetoes.
Candidate must be a U.S. citizen and a qualified voter in their district.
Filing Requirements
Filing fee is 1% of the office's annual salary; For candidates unable to pay filing fee, signature requirement is equal to 1% of the office's annual salary.
Paperwork Instructions
Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office.