state elections

State elections are votes held within a state to choose officials who govern at the state level, such as governors, state legislators, and sometimes other positions like attorneys general or secretaries of state. These elections occur regularly, often every two or four years, separate from federal elections like those for President or Congress. They allow residents to select leaders who make decisions on local issues, state laws, education, transportation, and public safety. State elections help shape policies directly affecting citizens' daily lives and ensure local representation reflects the community’s needs and priorities.