Mexican states gear up for 2026‑2027 elections with reforms and infrastructure

In Hidalgo, the Instituto Estatal Electoral de Hidalgo (IEEH) is holding workshops with political parties and other stakeholders to propose amendments to the state Electoral Code. The proposals aim to introduce affirmative action measures for historically vulnerable groups ahead of the 2026‑2027 electoral cycle, with the intent of providing the state congress with concrete guidelines before the elections begin on 15 December.

In the State of Mexico, the Instituto Electoral del Estado de México (IEEM) will start searching for properties in November to house 170 decentralized electoral bodies—125 municipal and 45 district boards. The institute seeks an additional budget of roughly 261 million pesos, with lease contracts expected to commence in January, ensuring the facilities are ready for the upcoming elections.

Both institutions are coordinating with state finance officials to secure the needed resources and to meet technical, security, and space requirements for the electoral process.