Nevada State Treasurer Race Features GOP Analyst Against Democratic Deputy
The Nevada State Treasurer race features Republican Drew Johnson, a think tank analyst, against Democrat Tya Mathis-Coleman, the office's current deputy, as they compete to succeed outgoing Treasurer Zach Conine.
Reno, NV, September 30, 2026 —
Nevada voters are set to decide the next State Treasurer, with a contest shaping up between Republican Drew Johnson and Democrat Tya Mathis-Coleman. The race will determine who succeeds the outgoing Treasurer, Zach Conine.
Drew Johnson, representing the Republican party, is identified as a think tank analyst. His background in analysis is expected to inform his campaign platform as he seeks to lead the state’s financial office.
Challenging Johnson is Tya Mathis-Coleman, who currently serves as the deputy treasurer within the office. Her tenure as deputy provides her with direct experience in the day-to-day operations and responsibilities of the State Treasurer’s office, a role she now aims to lead.
The election centers on the succession of Zach Conine, the incumbent treasurer. As the candidates prepare for the upcoming contest, the focus will be on their differing approaches to managing Nevada’s public finances, the oversight of state investments, and the administration of programs handled by the Treasurer’s office. The specific details of their policy proposals and campaign strategies will likely emerge as the election cycle progresses.
Story summarized from the original created by Nevada Current on thisisreno.com, see more information here.
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