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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline: Jun 1, 2026
Election Details
- Office level: state
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: Full Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: $72,551/year
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: Apr 15, 2026 - Jun 1, 2026
- Positions: Wisconsin Attorney GeneralWisconsin TreasurerWisconsin GovernorPresident of the United StatesWisconsin Supreme Court Justice - Seat 6...
Job description
The state treasurer shall: Sign checks, share drafts, and other drafts. Sign checks, share drafts, and other drafts on depositories in which moneys may be deposited...Provide services related to the promotion of the unclaimed property program under ch. 177 in consultation with the secretary of revenue...Permit at all times inspection and examination of the books, papers and transactions of the treasurer's office by the governor, secretary of state, attorney general, department of administration or state auditor, or by the legislature, any committee thereof or either house thereof...Make a certified copy of any deed, bond, document or paper filed in the treasurer's office, and transcripts from the books and records kept therein, when required by any person so to do; and collect therefor 25 cents per folio, and $1 for such certificate...Perform all other duties imposed upon the state treasurer by law.
Eligibility requirements
At least 18 years old, US citizen, qualified elector, resident of WI for 28 consecutive days prior to taking office
Filing instructions
Filing office address: Wisconsin Elections Commission, 212 East Washington Avenue, Third Floor, P.O. Box 7984, Madison, Wisconsin 53707-7984
Filing phone number: 608-266-8005
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the Wisconsin Elections Commission's office.
Filing requirements: Filing fee is $0; signature requirement of 2,000.
FAQ
How often is State Treasurer elected?
The position of State Treasurer is typically elected every 4 years.
What does it mean for an election to be partisan?
Partisan elections require candidates to declare a party affiliation, like Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, or Independent.
What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Wisconsin?
Filing fee is $0; signature requirement of 2,000.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Wisconsin Elections Commission's office.
Where is the filing office?
Wisconsin Elections Commission, 212 East Washington Avenue, Third Floor, P.O. Box 7984, Madison, Wisconsin 53707-7984.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 608-266-8005.
How do I get started running for State Treasurer?
You can start running for State Treasurer by checking to ensure you meet all filing deadlines and requirements. Next, you can prepare to file for office and start planning your campaign strategy. Get in touch with our team of campaign experts for help with any step of the campaign process!
Is there a primary or runoff election for this office?
The next election for State Treasurer does not include a primary or runoff election.
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