2026 Primary Election Recommendations
Primary Elections are critical as they directly determine the General Election ballot, making each vote in the Primary count the most. While the General Election determines the winners, the Primary Election determines the Candidates on the November ballot.
It is important to note that many of these elections will be decided in the Primary. They will not appear on the General Election Ballot if only one of the parties has a candidate for the seat.
Elected Officials determine public policy on important issues impacting your business. When you vote, your voice counts.
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The REALTOR® organization recommends candidates who champion issues related to real estate, home-ownership, and private property rights. In addition, the Association considers support of issue campaigns that address the rights of the property owners and/or improves the quality of life within our region.
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Important Election Dates:
Last Day to Register to Vote in Primary: July 20, 2026
Primary Election Date: August 18, 2026
Early Voting for the 2026 Primary Election will be available:
Saturday, August 8 - Saturday, August 15, 2026
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Early Voting sites will be open:
Monday - Friday - 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Saturday - Sunday - 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 pm.
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Who May Vote:
Brevard County voters registered with a political party may participate in that party’s primary elections.
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The following recommended federal and state candidates will only appear on the Primary Election Ballot August 18, 2026:
State House Representatives
District 31: Robyn Hattaway
District 32: Representative Brian Hodgers
District 34: Representative Robbie Brackett
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Brevard County Commission
District 1: Micah Loyd
District 4: Rob Feltner
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School Board
District 1: Megan Wright
District 2: Gene Trent
District 5: Michele McCormack
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Canaveral Port Authority
District 3: Vince Jackson
District 5: Carol Craig
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City of Palm Bay
Seat 4: Kenny Johnson
Seat 5: Mike Jaffe
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City of Titusville
Seat 1: Herman Cole
Seat 3: Kayla Manning
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The following recommended federal and state candidates will only appear on the General Election Ballot November 3, 2026:
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U.S. Congress District 8
Mike Haridopolos
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State Senate District 8
Jake Johansson
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State House Representatives:
District 30: Representative Chase Tramont
District 33: Representative Monique Miller