OAR 165-010-9901. Filing Deadline for Certain Nonpartisan Vacancies Occurring Before the 2026 General Election

(1) The purpose of this rule is to establish filing deadlines under ORS 249.205 for declarations of candidacy when a vacancy occurs in a nonpartisan office after the 80th day but on or before the 62nd day before the November 3, 2026, General Election. (2) A declaration of candidacy under this rule must be filed with the Secretary of State according to the following schedule: (a) For a vacancy occurring after August 15, 2026, but before August 25, 2026, no later than 5:00 p.m. on August 25, 2026. (b) For a vacancy occurring on or after August 25, 2026, but before September 2, 2026, no later than 5:00 p.m. on September 2, 2026. (c) For a vacancy occurring on September 2, 2026, no later than 12:00 p.m. on September 3, 2026.