The California Secretary of State has released a certified list of candidates for the upcoming November 2026 ballot, accompanied by an online tool that allows voters to verify their registration status. The move comes as the state prepares for a slate of high‑profile contests, including elections for the U.S. Congress, the governor’s office, and the mayor of Los Angeles.
The certified roster, posted on the Secretary of State’s website, provides the official names of every individual who has qualified to appear on the November ballot. By publishing the list in a certified format, the office aims to give voters a reliable reference point as they consider their options in the statewide and local races.
In parallel with the candidate list, the Secretary of State’s office has launched a digital verification system. Voters can enter personal identifying information into the tool to confirm that their registration is active and up‑to‑date ahead of the election. The service is intended to reduce the likelihood of registration errors and to help Californians avoid potential obstacles at the polls.
The release of the candidate list and the registration‑check tool is part of a broader effort by state officials to outline the election calendar for November 2026. By making these resources publicly available, the Secretary of State seeks to ensure that the electorate has clear, accurate information well before voting day. The calendar includes deadlines for filing, early voting periods, and other procedural milestones that will guide the conduct of the upcoming contests.
California voters now have access to both the official candidate roster and a means to verify their voting eligibility, tools designed to support informed participation in the November 2026 elections across the state and in Los Angeles.