State Treasurer
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The State Treasurer is responsible for managing Arizona's financial assets, investing state funds, processing state payments, and managing the state's debt. The Treasurer is a member of the State Loan Commission and the Arizona Finance Authority.
What does this office actually control?
The State Treasurer is Arizona’s banker — the office that holds, invests, and pays out state money.
- Receives, deposits, and disburses all state funds.
- Invests the state’s multi-billion-dollar pool of cash for the state and local governments.
- Manages the state’s debt and day-to-day cash flow.
- Sits on state financial and land-investment boards.
What this office does NOT control
The Treasurer manages the money but doesn’t decide how it’s spent — that’s set by the Legislature and Governor in the budget.
Why this race matters
The State Treasurer safeguards and invests billions of dollars in public funds, manages Arizona’s debt, and sits on the boards that oversee the land trust that helps fund public schools. The decisions made here affect taxpayers and the long-term financial health of the state.
Running
Candidates (3)
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Coverage
Debates & Candidate Forums
Debates and candidate forums are added as they are broadcast. Additional primary and general election coverage will appear here as the 2026 election season progresses.
Elijah Norton declined to participate
The Citizens Clean Elections Commission held this Republican primary event as a one-on-one conversation with Katherine Haley after her opponent, Elijah Norton, declined the invitation to take part.
Forum Breakdown by Topic
President, Arizona State Board of Education
"I'm an Arizona native, a lifelong conservative, and a small business owner whose life has been dedicated to public service. You deserve a treasurer committed to transparency, who will root out fraud every day and safely and wisely invest your dollars."
Answers are condensed from auto-generated captions and edited for clarity. Watch the full debate on YouTube for complete, unedited remarks.
Voter FAQ
State Treasurer — Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Arizona State Treasurer do?
- The State Treasurer is Arizona’s banker. The office receives, deposits, and disburses all state funds, invests the state’s multi-billion-dollar cash pool, manages state debt and cash flow, and sits on state financial and land-investment boards.
When is the 2026 State Treasurer election?
- The primary election is July 21, 2026, and the general election is November 3, 2026. The Treasurer serves a four-year term and is limited to two consecutive terms.View the election calendar
Who is running for State Treasurer in 2026?
- 3 candidates have filed in 2026. You can review each candidate’s party, campaign website, and positions below, or compare them side by side.Compare candidates
Does the Treasurer decide how state money is spent?
- No. State spending is set by the Legislature and Governor through the budget. The Treasurer safeguards and invests the funds, pays the state’s bills, and manages its debt.