This special election was called to fill the vacancy left by Joel Rudman (R), who resigned to run in the special election for Florida's 1st Congressional District.
Key Dates:
- Primary Election: April 1, 2025 (Passed)
- General Election: June 10, 2025
- Candidate Filing Deadline: February 4, 2025 (Passed)
- Early Voting Period: May 31 - June 7, 2025 (with potentially up to 6 additional days offered by county) .
Candidates:
- Democrat: Dondre Markell Wise
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District Information:
The district is located in Okaloosa and Santa Rosa counties in the Florida panhandle.
Legal Framework:
In Florida, if there is a vacancy in the State Legislature, a special election must be called to fill the vacant seat. The governor is responsible for calling the election and must consult with the Secretary of State to set the election dates and nominating deadlines.
Official Notice:
The Florida Division of Elections issued the official notice of special election for State House District 3 on January 21, 2025.