Long Island, New York — Nassau & Suffolk Counties
2026 Election Guide

2026 Long Island Elections

Your complete guide to every race on Long Island -- from Congress to your local town board. Candidates, ratings, primary matchups, and everything you need to vote informed.

Next Election

Primary Election

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

79days away

Congressional

4

races on LI

Candidates

53

filed total

Primaries

6

contested

Local

40

county & town

Featured Congressional Races

U.S. House races covering Long Island -- NY-1 through NY-4

NY-1|Suffolk County

NY-1 Congressional Race

Solid R

Eastern Suffolk County. Incumbent Republican Nick LaLota seeks re-election in this solidly Republican district encompassing the East End, Brookhaven, and Riverhead.

Republican
NL
Nick LaLota
Incumbent
Independent / Other
JM
Jordan Maggio
TS
Thomas Sorensen
Primary Matchups -- June 23, 2026
Democrat Primary (5 candidates)
Christopher GallantJonathan JacobsJonathan SchneiderLuca NascimbeneLukas Ventouras
NY-2|Suffolk County

NY-2 Congressional Race

Safe R

Southern Suffolk and parts of Nassau. Incumbent Republican Andrew Garbarino seeks re-election in this safe Republican seat covering Babylon, Islip, and parts of western Brookhaven.

Republican
AG
Andrew Garbarino
Incumbent
Primary Matchups -- June 23, 2026
Democrat Primary (3 candidates)
Garrett PetersenJess MurphyPatrick Halpin
NY-3|Nassau County

NY-3 Congressional Race

Lean D

Northern Nassau, northwestern Suffolk, and parts of Queens. A competitive swing district where Democrats hold a slight edge. Includes parts of Oyster Bay, Huntington, and Smithtown.

Democrat
TS
Tom Suozzi
Incumbent
Primary Matchups -- June 23, 2026
Democrat Primary (2 candidates)
Tom Suozzi(I)Danielle Welch
Republican Primary (3 candidates)
Gregory HachMichael LaveryMichael LiPetri Jr.
NY-4|Nassau County

NY-4 Congressional Race

Lean D

Southern Nassau County. This competitive swing district covers most of the Town of Hempstead, Long Beach, and surrounding communities. Democrats have a slight edge.

Democrat
LG
Laura Gillen
Incumbent
Primary Matchups -- June 23, 2026
Democrat Primary (6 candidates)
Laura Gillen(I)Frank LozadaGian JonesKiana Bierria-AndersonNicholas ScirettaTaylor Darling
Republican Primary (4 candidates)
Brian MillerDennis McGrathMartin SmithmyerMarvin Suber Williams

Governor's Race

New York State -- November 3, 2026

New York Governor

Lean D

Nov 3, 2026

212 days away

The race for New York Governor features incumbent Democrat Kathy Hochul against Republican challenger Bruce Blakeman, the Nassau County Executive. This race has significant implications for Long Island policy on taxes, public safety, and transportation.

KH

Kathy Hochul

DemocratIncumbent
BB

Bruce Blakeman

Republican

State Legislature

All NY State Senate and Assembly seats are on the ballot in 2026

State Senate (8 Long Island districts)

SD-1|Suffolk County

State Senate District 1

Safe R

Eastern Suffolk County. All State Senate seats are on the ballot in 2026.

No candidates filed yet

SD-2|Suffolk County

State Senate District 2

Lean R

Central Suffolk County. All State Senate seats are on the ballot in 2026.

No candidates filed yet

SD-3|Suffolk County

State Senate District 3

Lean R

Western Suffolk County. All State Senate seats are on the ballot in 2026.

No candidates filed yet

SD-4|Suffolk County

State Senate District 4

Lean D

Northern Suffolk and eastern Nassau. All State Senate seats are on the ballot in 2026.

No candidates filed yet

SD-5|Nassau County

State Senate District 5

Lean R

Northern Nassau County. All State Senate seats are on the ballot in 2026.

No candidates filed yet

SD-6|Nassau County

State Senate District 6

Lean R

Central Nassau County. All State Senate seats are on the ballot in 2026.

No candidates filed yet

SD-7|Nassau County

State Senate District 7

Lean D

Southern Nassau County. All State Senate seats are on the ballot in 2026.

No candidates filed yet

SD-8|Nassau County

State Senate District 8

Lean D

Southwestern Nassau County. All State Senate seats are on the ballot in 2026.

No candidates filed yet

State Assembly (22 Long Island districts)

AD-1|Suffolk County

Assembly District 1

Unrated

East End of Long Island including the Hamptons, Shelter Island, and eastern Brookhaven. All 150 New York State Assembly seats are on the ballot in 2026.

Democrat
FWTJ
Fred W. Thiele Jr.Incumbent
AD-10|Nassau County

Assembly District 10

Unrated

Hempstead Village and surrounding areas in Nassau County. All 150 New York State Assembly seats are on the ballot in 2026.

Democrat
TD
Taylor DarlingIncumbent
AD-11|Nassau County

Assembly District 11

Unrated

Parts of Nassau County. All 150 New York State Assembly seats are on the ballot in 2026.

Republican
JC
Joseph CardinaleIncumbent
AD-12|Nassau County

Assembly District 12

Unrated

Central Nassau County including Bethpage and Hicksville area. All 150 New York State Assembly seats are on the ballot in 2026.

Republican
JKM
John K. MikulinIncumbent
AD-13|Nassau County

Assembly District 13

Unrated

North Shore of Nassau County including Glen Cove. All 150 New York State Assembly seats are on the ballot in 2026.

Democrat
CDL
Charles D. LavineIncumbent
AD-14|Nassau County

Assembly District 14

Unrated

Parts of northern Nassau County. All 150 New York State Assembly seats are on the ballot in 2026.

Republican
KPB
Keith P. BrownIncumbent
AD-15|Nassau County

Assembly District 15

Unrated

Parts of Nassau County. All 150 New York State Assembly seats are on the ballot in 2026.

Republican
JB
Jake BlumencranzIncumbent
AD-16|Nassau County

Assembly District 16

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Parts of Nassau County including Great Neck area. All 150 New York State Assembly seats are on the ballot in 2026.

Democrat
GLS
Gina L. SillittiIncumbent
AD-17|Nassau County

Assembly District 17

Unrated

Parts of Nassau County. All 150 New York State Assembly seats are on the ballot in 2026.

Republican
JF
John FerraraIncumbent
AD-18|Nassau County

Assembly District 18

Unrated

Southern Nassau County including Rockville Centre and surrounding areas. All 150 New York State Assembly seats are on the ballot in 2026.

Democrat
JG
Judy GriffinIncumbent
AD-19|Nassau County

Assembly District 19

Unrated

Central Nassau County including Franklin Square. All 150 New York State Assembly seats are on the ballot in 2026.

Republican
EPR
Edward P. RaIncumbent
AD-2|Suffolk County

Assembly District 2

Unrated

North Fork of Long Island, portions of Brookhaven, Riverhead, and Southold. All 150 New York State Assembly seats are on the ballot in 2026.

Republican
JG
Jodi GiglioIncumbent
AD-20|Nassau County

Assembly District 20

Unrated

Parts of Nassau County including Cedarhurst and the Five Towns area. All 150 New York State Assembly seats are on the ballot in 2026.

Republican
AB
Ari BrownIncumbent
AD-21|Nassau County

Assembly District 21

Unrated

Southern Nassau County including Merrick and Bellmore area. All 150 New York State Assembly seats are on the ballot in 2026.

Republican
DGM
David G. McDonoughIncumbent
AD-22|Nassau County

Assembly District 22

Unrated

Parts of Nassau County including Atlantic Beach and Long Beach area. All 150 New York State Assembly seats are on the ballot in 2026.

Republican
MM
Melissa MillerIncumbent
AD-3|Suffolk County

Assembly District 3

Unrated

Central Suffolk County including portions of Brookhaven. All 150 New York State Assembly seats are on the ballot in 2026.

Republican
JD
Joe DeStefanoIncumbent
AD-4|Suffolk County

Assembly District 4

Unrated

Portions of Suffolk County. All 150 New York State Assembly seats are on the ballot in 2026.

Republican
EF
Edward FloodIncumbent
AD-5|Suffolk County

Assembly District 5

Unrated

Portions of Suffolk County including Huntington area. All 150 New York State Assembly seats are on the ballot in 2026.

Republican
DS
Douglas SmithIncumbent
AD-6|Suffolk County

Assembly District 6

Unrated

Western Suffolk County including Brentwood and Central Islip. All 150 New York State Assembly seats are on the ballot in 2026.

Democrat
PR
Philip RamosIncumbent
AD-7|Suffolk County

Assembly District 7

Unrated

Western Suffolk County including Smithtown area. All 150 New York State Assembly seats are on the ballot in 2026.

Republican
JG
Jarett GandolfoIncumbent
AD-8|Nassau County

Assembly District 8

Unrated

South Shore of Nassau County including Massapequa area. All 150 New York State Assembly seats are on the ballot in 2026.

Republican
MD
Michael DursoIncumbent
AD-9|Nassau County

Assembly District 9

Unrated

Valley Stream, Elmont, and surrounding areas in southern Nassau County. All 150 New York State Assembly seats are on the ballot in 2026.

Democrat
MCS
Michaelle C. SolagesIncumbent

All 63 State Senate and 150 Assembly seats are up for election in 2026

Long Island is represented by approximately 8 State Senate districts and 20+ Assembly districts across Nassau and Suffolk counties. Candidate filings will be updated as the April 6 deadline approaches.

County Races

County Executive, Comptroller, Clerk, and Legislature races across Nassau and Suffolk

Nassau County (3 races)

clerk|Nassau County · Nov 2, 2027

Nassau County Clerk

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The Nassau County Clerk handles property records, marriage licenses, naturalization ceremonies, and other vital county records.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

comptroller|Nassau County · Nov 2, 2027

Nassau County Comptroller

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The Nassau County Comptroller serves as the fiscal watchdog for county government, auditing agencies and monitoring spending.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

executive|Nassau County · Nov 2, 2027

Nassau County Executive

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The Nassau County Executive seat will be open in 2027 as Bruce Blakeman is running for Governor. This is the top elected position in Nassau County, overseeing a $4 billion budget and 700,000+ residents.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

Suffolk County (21 races)

clerk|Suffolk County · Nov 2, 2027

Suffolk County Clerk

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The Suffolk County Clerk manages county records, deeds, and acts as clerk of the Supreme and County Courts.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

comptroller|Suffolk County · Nov 2, 2027

Suffolk County Comptroller

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The Suffolk County Comptroller serves as the chief fiscal officer and auditor of county government.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

executive|Suffolk County · Nov 2, 2027

Suffolk County Executive

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Suffolk County Executive Edward Romaine is term-limited. This open-seat race will determine who leads the largest suburban county by area in New York.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

LD-1|Suffolk County · Nov 2, 2027

Suffolk County Legislature District 1

Unrated

Eastern Suffolk. All 18 Suffolk County Legislature seats are on the ballot in 2027.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

LD-10|Suffolk County · Nov 2, 2027

Suffolk County Legislature District 10

Unrated

Western Suffolk. All 18 Suffolk County Legislature seats are on the ballot in 2027.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

LD-11|Suffolk County · Nov 2, 2027

Suffolk County Legislature District 11

Unrated

Western Suffolk. All 18 Suffolk County Legislature seats are on the ballot in 2027.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

LD-12|Suffolk County · Nov 2, 2027

Suffolk County Legislature District 12

Unrated

Southern Suffolk. All 18 Suffolk County Legislature seats are on the ballot in 2027.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

LD-13|Suffolk County · Nov 2, 2027

Suffolk County Legislature District 13

Unrated

Southern Suffolk. All 18 Suffolk County Legislature seats are on the ballot in 2027.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

LD-14|Suffolk County · Nov 2, 2027

Suffolk County Legislature District 14

Unrated

Southern Suffolk. All 18 Suffolk County Legislature seats are on the ballot in 2027.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

LD-15|Suffolk County · Nov 2, 2027

Suffolk County Legislature District 15

Unrated

Southwestern Suffolk. All 18 Suffolk County Legislature seats are on the ballot in 2027.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

LD-16|Suffolk County · Nov 2, 2027

Suffolk County Legislature District 16

Unrated

Southwestern Suffolk. All 18 Suffolk County Legislature seats are on the ballot in 2027.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

LD-17|Suffolk County · Nov 2, 2027

Suffolk County Legislature District 17

Unrated

Southwestern Suffolk. All 18 Suffolk County Legislature seats are on the ballot in 2027.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

LD-18|Suffolk County · Nov 2, 2027

Suffolk County Legislature District 18

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Southwestern Suffolk. All 18 Suffolk County Legislature seats are on the ballot in 2027.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

LD-2|Suffolk County · Nov 2, 2027

Suffolk County Legislature District 2

Unrated

Eastern Suffolk. All 18 Suffolk County Legislature seats are on the ballot in 2027.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

LD-3|Suffolk County · Nov 2, 2027

Suffolk County Legislature District 3

Unrated

Central Suffolk. All 18 Suffolk County Legislature seats are on the ballot in 2027.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

LD-4|Suffolk County · Nov 2, 2027

Suffolk County Legislature District 4

Unrated

Central Suffolk. All 18 Suffolk County Legislature seats are on the ballot in 2027.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

LD-5|Suffolk County · Nov 2, 2027

Suffolk County Legislature District 5

Unrated

Central Suffolk. All 18 Suffolk County Legislature seats are on the ballot in 2027.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

LD-6|Suffolk County · Nov 2, 2027

Suffolk County Legislature District 6

Unrated

Central Suffolk. All 18 Suffolk County Legislature seats are on the ballot in 2027.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

LD-7|Suffolk County · Nov 2, 2027

Suffolk County Legislature District 7

Unrated

Western Suffolk. All 18 Suffolk County Legislature seats are on the ballot in 2027.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

LD-8|Suffolk County · Nov 2, 2027

Suffolk County Legislature District 8

Unrated

Western Suffolk. All 18 Suffolk County Legislature seats are on the ballot in 2027.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

LD-9|Suffolk County · Nov 2, 2027

Suffolk County Legislature District 9

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Western Suffolk. All 18 Suffolk County Legislature seats are on the ballot in 2027.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

2027 County Election Cycle

County-level races in New York (County Executive, Comptroller, Clerk, and Legislature) are held in odd years. The next county elections are in November 2027. Candidate filings will be updated as the cycle approaches.

Town Races

Town Supervisor and Town Council races across Long Island -- next up in 2027

Nassau County Towns (6 races)

Supervisor|Nassau County · Nov 2, 2027

Town of Hempstead Supervisor

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The Town of Hempstead is the largest town in New York State by population with over 750,000 residents. The Supervisor leads the Town Board and manages daily operations.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

Council|Nassau County · Nov 2, 2027

Town of Hempstead Town Council

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Multiple Hempstead Town Council seats will be on the ballot in 2027. The Town Board consists of the Supervisor and six council members.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

Supervisor|Nassau County · Nov 2, 2027

Town of North Hempstead Supervisor

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The Town of North Hempstead includes communities such as Great Neck, Manhasset, Port Washington, and Roslyn. Population approximately 230,000.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

Council|Nassau County · Nov 2, 2027

Town of North Hempstead Town Council

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North Hempstead Town Council seats will be on the ballot in 2027. The Town Board consists of the Supervisor and six council members.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

Supervisor|Nassau County · Nov 2, 2027

Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor

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The Town of Oyster Bay includes communities such as Hicksville, Syosset, Massapequa, and Bethpage. Population approximately 300,000.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

Council|Nassau County · Nov 2, 2027

Town of Oyster Bay Town Council

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Oyster Bay Town Council seats will be on the ballot in 2027. The Town Board consists of the Supervisor and six council members.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

Suffolk County Towns (10 races)

Supervisor|Suffolk County · Nov 2, 2027

Town of Babylon Supervisor

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The Town of Babylon includes Amityville, Lindenhurst, Babylon Village, and West Babylon. A politically competitive South Shore town.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

Council|Suffolk County · Nov 2, 2027

Town of Babylon Town Council

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Babylon Town Council seats will be on the ballot in 2027. The Town Board consists of the Supervisor and four council members.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

Supervisor|Suffolk County · Nov 2, 2027

Town of Brookhaven Supervisor

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The Town of Brookhaven is the largest town in Suffolk County by area and population, stretching from Long Island Sound to the Atlantic Ocean.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

Council|Suffolk County · Nov 2, 2027

Town of Brookhaven Town Council

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Brookhaven Town Council seats will be on the ballot in 2027. The Town Board consists of the Supervisor and six council members.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

Supervisor|Suffolk County · Nov 2, 2027

Town of Huntington Supervisor

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The Town of Huntington includes Huntington Village, Cold Spring Harbor, Dix Hills, and Northport. A politically competitive North Shore town.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

Council|Suffolk County · Nov 2, 2027

Town of Huntington Town Council

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Huntington Town Council seats will be on the ballot in 2027. The Town Board consists of the Supervisor and four council members.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

Supervisor|Suffolk County · Nov 2, 2027

Town of Islip Supervisor

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The Town of Islip includes Bay Shore, Central Islip, Brentwood, and Sayville. Home to Long Island MacArthur Airport.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

Council|Suffolk County · Nov 2, 2027

Town of Islip Town Council

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Islip Town Council seats will be on the ballot in 2027. The Town Board consists of the Supervisor and four council members.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

Supervisor|Suffolk County · Nov 2, 2027

Town of Smithtown Supervisor

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The Town of Smithtown includes St. James, Nesconset, Kings Park, and Commack. Traditionally a Republican stronghold.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

Council|Suffolk County · Nov 2, 2027

Town of Smithtown Town Council

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Smithtown Town Council seats will be on the ballot in 2027. The Town Board consists of the Supervisor and four council members.

No candidates filed yet -- filings open as election approaches

2027 Town Election Cycle

Town Supervisor and Town Council races in New York are held in odd years. The next town elections are in November 2027. All Long Island towns elect a Supervisor and multiple council members. Candidate filings will be updated as the cycle approaches.

Key Dates & Deadlines

2026 election cycle timeline for Long Island voters

6Apr

Filing Deadline

Next Up

Monday, April 6, 2026

Last day for candidates to file petitions to appear on the ballot.

1 days away

23Jun

Primary Election

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

Party primaries for federal and state offices across New York.

79 days away

9Oct

Voter Registration Deadline (General)

Friday, October 9, 2026

Last day to register or update your registration for the General Election.

187 days away

19Oct

Absentee Ballot Request Deadline

Monday, October 19, 2026

Last day to request an absentee ballot by mail.

197 days away

24Oct

Early Voting Begins

Saturday, October 24, 2026

Early voting opens at designated locations in Nassau and Suffolk counties.

202 days away

1Nov

Early Voting Ends

Sunday, November 1, 2026

Last day to vote early before Election Day.

210 days away

3Nov

General Election

Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Election Day for all federal, state, and local offices.

212 days away

Voter Registration & Resources

Official tools for Long Island voters

County Boards of Elections

Nassau County Board of Elections

240 Old Country Road, Suite 406, Mineola, NY 11501

Suffolk County Board of Elections

Yaphank Avenue, P.O. Box 700, Yaphank, NY 11980

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