Direct answer:
- In the United States, Senate elections are held on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November of even-numbered years. Senators serve six-year terms, with roughly one-third of the 100 seats up for election every two years. The exact class up for election in a given year depends on the class designation (Class I, II, or III) assigned to each senator.
Contextual details:
- Regular Senate elections occur every two years, with terms beginning January 3 of the following year. For example, elections held in November 2026 will decide Class II seats (and any special elections that may arise) with terms starting January 3, 2027.
- Special elections can occur at other times to fill vacancies when a senator leaves office before their term ends.
If you’d like, I can tailor this to your state and identify which class seats are up in the next scheduled cycle, and provide dates for any upcoming primary or general elections in your state.
