State treasurer race pits office’s current deputy against think tank analyst

By: Jeniffer Solis

Outlets: Nevada Current

Published: September 30, 2026

Words: 1,029

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 2 days ago

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The state of Nevada collects a lot of money from taxes, fees and investments — and while the state Legislature directs how that money is spent, it’s the state treasurer who acts as steward of the state coffers.

The current treasurer, Zach Conine, has served for two terms and cannot run for office again. That has opened the door for two candidates — Republican Drew Johnson and Democrat …

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