A vacancy was created after a senator's unexpected death from an aortic tear. This led to a need for a new party pick to compete for a six-year term. The current term is being served out by the senator's sister, who is now a finalist for the nomination.

She is running against a five-term congressman who had previously run for governor and placed third in a primary. The sister had placed first in a special primary, but further details on the election are available. The election is part of a process that has involved multiple polls since June, with voters returning to the polls again to make their selection.