New Jersey’s 11th congressional district is currently vacant, following the resignation of Mikie Sherrill (D, Montclair), who was elected Governor of New Jersey in 2025. A special election to replace Sherrill will be held on April 16, 2026.
Denville is located in the 11th Congressional District and is part of New Jersey’s 26th state legislative district. The vacant seat affects residents across Morris County and surrounding areas who have been without congressional representation since Sherrill took office as governor.
For the 2026–2027 session, the 26th legislative district of the New Jersey Legislature is represented in the State Senate by Joseph Pennacchio (R, Rockaway Township) and in the General Assembly by Brian Bergen (R, Denville Township) and Jay Webber (R, Morris Plains).
Denville and Morris County residents should prepare for the April special election by checking voter registration status and polling locations. The election will determine congressional representation for the remainder of the current term, making it an important opportunity for local voices to be heard in Washington.
