Louisiana

Louisiana Governor General Election

Incumbent: Jeff Landry

The Louisiana Governor General Election will be held on November 18, 2027, to elect the Governor of Louisiana for a four-year term. This statewide election determines the chief executive of the state, responsible for implementing state laws, overseeing the budget, and leading the Louisiana National Guard unless federalized.

Louisiana Lieutenant Governor General Election

Incumbent: Billy Nungesser

The Louisiana Lieutenant Governor General Election will be held on November 18, 2027, to elect the state's next lieutenant governor. The lieutenant governor serves as the president of the Louisiana Senate and succeeds the governor in case of vacancy, making this a key statewide executive office.

Louisiana Attorney General General Election

Incumbent: Liz Murrill

The Louisiana Attorney General General Election will be held on November 18, 2027, to determine the state's chief legal officer. The Attorney General is responsible for representing the state in legal matters, issuing legal opinions, and overseeing consumer protection and criminal enforcement divisions.

Louisiana Secretary of State General Election

Incumbent: Kyle Ardoin

The Louisiana Secretary of State general election on November 18, 2027, will determine who holds the state's chief election officer position. The Secretary of State oversees elections, business filings, administrative law, and the state archives, making this a critical role in ensuring electoral integrity and government transparency.

Louisiana State Senate General Election

Incumbent: Sharon Hewitt

The Louisiana State Senate General Election on November 18, 2027, will determine the outcome of state senate seats across multiple districts. Voters will elect members to serve four-year terms in the upper chamber of the Louisiana State Legislature, with significant implications for state policy, budget, and legislation.

Louisiana State House General Election

Incumbent: Taylor Barras

The Louisiana State House General Election on November 18, 2027, will determine the representatives for all 105 districts in the Louisiana House of Representatives. Members serve four-year terms and are responsible for creating and voting on state legislation, including the budget and tax policies.

Louisiana Governor Primary Election

The Louisiana Governor Primary Election on October 9, 2027, is a statewide election to select the next governor of Louisiana. As Louisiana uses a jungle primary system, all candidates run on the same ballot regardless of party, and if no candidate receives more than 50% of the vote, a runoff will be held between the top two finishers.

Louisiana Lieutenant Governor Primary Election

Incumbent: Billy Nungesser

The Louisiana Lieutenant Governor Primary Election held on October 9, 2027, determines the Democratic and Republican nominees for the office of Lieutenant Governor of Louisiana. The winner of the primary will advance to the general election held on November 20, 2027, where they will compete to serve as the state's second-highest executive officer, succeeding the governor in case of vacancy and overseeing state departments such as culture, recreation, and tourism.

Louisiana Attorney General Primary Election

Incumbent: Liz Murrill

The Louisiana Attorney General Primary Election on October 9, 2027, is a statewide primary to select the Democratic and Republican nominees for the office of Louisiana Attorney General. The winner of the primary will advance to the general election to serve as the state's chief legal officer, responsible for representing Louisiana in legal matters and overseeing consumer protection and law enforcement coordination.

Louisiana Secretary of State Primary Election

Incumbent: Nancy Landry

The Louisiana Secretary of State Primary Election on October 9, 2027, determines the party nominees for the state's chief election officer. This statewide primary election will select Democratic and Republican candidates who will advance to the general election to oversee elections, manage state archives, and regulate securities and commercial filings.

Louisiana State Senate Primary Election

Incumbent: Sharon Hewitt

The Louisiana State Senate Primary Election of 2027 is scheduled for October 9, 2027, to nominate candidates for various State Senate districts across Louisiana. This partisan primary will determine which candidates advance to the general election, with winners representing their respective parties in the November 2027 general election.

Louisiana State House Primary Election

Incumbent: Jason Hughes

The Louisiana State House Primary Election on October 9, 2027, is a nonpartisan blanket primary where all candidates, regardless of party affiliation, appear on the same ballot. Voters will elect representatives to the Louisiana House of Representatives from single-member districts across the state, with the top two vote-getters advancing to the general election if no candidate receives a majority.

Louisiana U.S. Senate General Election

Incumbent: Jacky Rosen

The 2026 Louisiana U.S. Senate general election will be held on December 5, 2026, to elect one U.S. Senator from Louisiana to serve a six-year term in the United States Senate. This race is significant as it will determine Louisiana's federal representation amid shifting political dynamics in the South.

Louisiana U.S. House District 1 General Election

Incumbent: Steve Scalise

The 2026 Louisiana U.S. House District 1 General Election will be held on December 5, 2026, to determine the representative for Louisiana's 1st congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives. This seat covers the Northshore region of Lake Pontchartrain, including St. Tammany, Tangipahoa, and Washington parishes, as well as parts of Jefferson and Orleans parishes. The race is part of the broader 2026 U.S. House elections.

Louisiana U.S. House District 2 General Election

Incumbent: Troy Carter

The Louisiana U.S. House District 2 General Election will be held on December 5, 2026, to determine the representative for Louisiana's 2nd congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives. This district encompasses most of New Orleans and parts of surrounding parishes, and the race is significant due to its historically competitive nature and demographic diversity.

Louisiana U.S. House District 3 General Election

Incumbent: Clay Higgins

The Louisiana U.S. House District 3 General Election will be held on December 5, 2026, to determine the representative for Louisiana's 3rd congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives. This district covers parts of southwestern Louisiana, including Lafayette, Lake Charles, and surrounding areas, and is currently represented by a Republican incumbent.

Louisiana U.S. House District 4 General Election

Incumbent: Mike Johnson

The Louisiana U.S. House District 4 General Election will be held on December 5, 2026, to determine the representative for Louisiana's 4th congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives. This district covers northwestern Louisiana, including Shreveport and Bossier City, and is currently represented by a Republican incumbent.

Louisiana U.S. House District 5 General Election

Incumbent: Julia Letlow

The Louisiana U.S. House District 5 General Election will be held on December 5, 2026, to determine the representative for Louisiana's 5th congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives. This district covers northeastern and central Louisiana, including cities such as Monroe, Alexandria, and Lafayette. The winner will serve a two-year term in the 119th United States Congress.

Louisiana U.S. House District 6 General Election

Incumbent: Garret Graves

The Louisiana U.S. House District 6 General Election is scheduled for December 5, 2026, to fill the seat representing Louisiana's 6th congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives. This district covers parts of East Baton Rouge, West Baton Rouge, Iberville, and Pointe Coupee parishes, including portions of Baton Rouge and surrounding areas. The winner will serve a two-year term in the 120th Congress beginning January 3, 2027.

New Orleans Mayoral General Election

Incumbent: LaToya Cantrell

The New Orleans Mayoral General Election on November 19, 2026, will determine the city's next mayor for a four-year term. The election is nonpartisan, but candidates may affiliate with political parties. If no candidate receives a majority in the general election, a runoff will be held on December 10, 2026.

Baton Rouge Mayor-President General Election

The Baton Rouge Mayor-President General Election on November 19, 2026, will determine the city's chief executive officer who serves as both mayor and president of the Metropolitan Council. This nonpartisan election will decide leadership for Louisiana's second-largest city, overseeing municipal services, budget, and public safety for over 220,000 residents.

Shreveport Mayor General Election

Incumbent: Adrian Perkins

The Shreveport Mayor General Election on November 19, 2026, is a city-level election to select the mayor of Shreveport, Louisiana. This nonpartisan race will determine the city's chief executive officer for a four-year term, with responsibilities including overseeing city operations, preparing the budget, and setting policy direction.

Louisiana U.S. Senate Primary Election

Incumbent: Bill Cassidy

The Louisiana U.S. Senate Primary Election on November 3, 2026, is a federal primary election to nominate candidates for the United States Senate seat currently held by Senator Bill Cassidy. Louisiana uses a jungle primary system where all candidates, regardless of party, appear on the same ballot, and if no candidate receives over 50% of the vote, a runoff is held between the top two finishers.

Louisiana U.S. House District 1 Primary Election

Incumbent: Steve Scalise

The Louisiana U.S. House District 1 Primary Election is a federal primary election held on November 3, 2026, to select party nominees for the U.S. House of Representatives from Louisiana's 1st congressional district. The district covers parts of southeastern Louisiana, including portions of Orleans, Jefferson, and St. Bernard parishes, and is currently represented by a Republican incumbent.

Louisiana U.S. House District 2 Primary Election

Incumbent: Troy Carter

The Louisiana U.S. House District 2 Primary Election will be held on November 3, 2026, to select each party's nominee for the U.S. House of Representatives from Louisiana's 2nd congressional district. This district includes most of New Orleans and surrounding areas, and the winner will advance to the general election to serve in the 119th Congress.