Most Legislative Seats are Uncontested

Throughout most of Virginia, the General Assembly elections this November will be a mere formality.

In 79 of 140 districts, only one name will appear on the ballot.

The lack of competition is particularly keen in the House of Delegates, where 62 of 100 seats are uncontested.

UNCONTESTED HOUSE SEATS

CONTESTED HOUSE SEATS

Things are is more competitive in the State Senate, where Democrats and Republicans are locked in a battle for control of the 40-seat chamber. Republicans hold a 21-19 majority. There are 23 Senate seats with more than one candidate on the November ballot.

UNCONTESTED SENATE SEATS

CONTESTED SENATE SEATS

The percentage of contested seats is down slightly from four years ago, the last year when both House and Senate seats were up for election. See below:

June 23, 2015