Thursday, August 10th is the last day of qualifying for election to state office this year. A comprehensive list of qualifying candidates can be found on the Louisiana Secretary of State’s website and is unofficial until qualifying closes at 4:30 p.m. Every statewide office as well as every seat in the Legislature and on BESE is up for grabs.  The primary election will be held on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023 and the Gubernatorial General Election on Nov. 18, 2023. The deadline to register to vote in person, by mail or at the OMV Office is September 13, 2023.