Montgomery, Ala. (WDNews) — Gov. Kay Ivey has officially called for a Special Primary Election to be held in Alabama Congressional Districts 1, 2, 6 and 7.
According to a writ issued Tuesday, the election will take place on “Tuesday, August 11, 2026.”
The document states, “The following Special Primary Election is hereby called in the voting precincts of Congressional Districts 1, 2, 6, and 7,” covering dozens of counties across Alabama, including Houston, Coffee, Dale, Geneva, Pike and Montgomery counties.
The writ further states the election “is called pursuant Act 2026-612 and other applicable provisions of the Constitution and laws of the State of Alabama, in the manner and form provided by law.”
Ivey also requested probate judges provide proper notice of the election and notify county officials as required by law.
“WITNESS MY HAND this the 12th day of May 2026,” the document states, bearing Ivey’s signature.
