What’s On My Ballot In New Jersey? 

New Jersey will be electing a new governor this year, in a high-stakes, high-spending race that many have described as a litmus test for once reliably blue states in the post-Trump political era. The contest is expected to draw national attention as both parties invest heavily in shaping the state’s future leadership and political tone.

But that’s not all voters will be deciding this year. All 80 state Assembly seats are also on the ballot, giving residents the chance to reshape the balance of power in Trenton. The political direction of the Legislature will influence which policies can advance, or stall, under the next governor, from taxes and housing to education and public safety.

At the local level, voters in several townships will be weighing in on races for county commissioners, boards of education, and other municipal offices. Jersey City residents will elect a new mayor to replace Steven Fulop, who is not seeking re-election. Meanwhile, voters in Legislative District 35 will choose a permanent successor to Senator Nellie Pou, who vacated her seat after being elected to the U.S. House of Representatives.

How do I find my legislative district?

To find out which district you reside in, input your address into the state Legislature’s website.

Who is running in my legislative district?

NJ Spotlight News has created a guide for New Jersey residents to read more about the platforms of candidates running in their legislative districts. 

What’s on my ballot?

Some county websites post sample ballots online, which can be found by searching “[Your county] ballot 2025.”

Voters can also find sample ballots by inputting their address here.