Maryland General Election
Tuesday, November 3, 2026 · 165 days away
U.S. House, U.S. Senate, Governor, statewide offices
What’s being decided
The general election determines who holds each office. All registered voters may participate. Winning candidates take office in January 2027.
Candidates
U.S. Senate
Democratic · Incumbent since 2017
Chris Van Hollen has represented Maryland in the U.S. Senate since 2017. He previously served in the U.S. House of Representatives for eight terms, including as ranking member of the House Budget Committee. He sits on the Senate Appropriations and Banking committees and has been a consistent voice for progressive economic and social policy.
Voter information
Registration deadline
October 13, 2026 (21 days before the November 3 general)
You can register and vote on Election Day at your polling place.