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Steven Johnson

State Treasurer

2026 Kansas State Treasurer — General Election · November 3, 2026

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Last reviewed September 16, 2026

Overview

Current race
2026 Kansas State Treasurer — General Election on November 3, 2026
VerifiedSource: Kansas Secretary of State
Official candidacy
State Treasurer · Republican · Incumbent
VerifiedOfficial records: Kansas Secretary of State, State of Kansas
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Kansas Secretary of State — 2026 Primary Election Official Vote Totals

State Treasurer — Republican

Steven Johnson: 278,284 votes (100.00%)

Primary election: August 4, 2026; official results published

Filed: 2026-04-09

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A Message from Steven

Source-published biography

"The State Treasurer ensures safe and efficient operation of state government through effective banking, investment and cash management. In short, the State Treasurer is the Chief Banker of the State. I am proud to serve as your State Treasurer. This page outlines the host of services our office provides to Kansans every day. If you have a question about any of our services, please feel free to contact us at 785-296-3171." Learn more about Steven.

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"The State Treasurer ensures safe and efficient operation of state government through effective banking, investment and cash management. In short, the State Treasurer is the Chief Banker of the State. I am proud to serve as your State Treasurer. This page outlines the host of services our office provides to Kansans every day. If you have a question about any of our services, please feel free to contact us at 785-296-3171." Learn more about Steven.

MEET STEVEN JOHNSON

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Steven Johnson was born and raised on a cattle and grain farm near Assaria, Kansas.

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Steven Johnson was born and raised on a cattle and grain farm near Assaria, Kansas.

MEET STEVEN JOHNSON

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After graduating from Southeast Saline High School, Steven went on to study Agricultural Economics at Kansas State University, where he was elected Student Body President and graduated with honors. Steven began his career in the financial services sector while remaining involved in the family farm. He continued his education at the University of Chicago where he received a Masters in Business Administration with an emphasis in finance and business policy.

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After graduating from Southeast Saline High School, Steven went on to study Agricultural Economics at Kansas State University, where he was elected Student Body President and graduated with honors. Steven began his career in the financial services sector while remaining involved in the family farm. He continued his education at the University of Chicago where he received a Masters in Business Administration with an emphasis in finance and business policy.

MEET STEVEN JOHNSON

Source-published biography

Steven was elected the state’s 42nd state treasurer in 2022 and assumed office on January 9, 2023. Steven currently serves on the board of directors for the National Association of State Treasurers (NAST) and as Chair of the College Savings Plan Network (CSPN). Steven is committed to serving Kansas as both a reliable banker for state funds and a responsible fiduciary of invested dollars.

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Steven was elected the state’s 42nd state treasurer in 2022 and assumed office on January 9, 2023. Steven currently serves on the board of directors for the National Association of State Treasurers (NAST) and as Chair of the College Savings Plan Network (CSPN). Steven is committed to serving Kansas as both a reliable banker for state funds and a responsible fiduciary of invested dollars.

MEET STEVEN JOHNSON

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Steven was elected the state’s 42nd state treasurer in 2022 and assumed office on January 9, 2023. Steven currently serves on the board of directors for the National Association of State Treasurers (NAST) and as Chair of the 529 Network. Steven is committed to serving Kansas as both a reliable banker for state funds and a responsible fiduciary of invested dollars.

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Steven was elected the state’s 42nd state treasurer in 2022 and assumed office on January 9, 2023. Steven currently serves on the board of directors for the National Association of State Treasurers (NAST) and as Chair of the 529 Network. Steven is committed to serving Kansas as both a reliable banker for state funds and a responsible fiduciary of invested dollars.

Positions and priorities

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Operate State Banking Safely and Efficiently

Candidate position
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Ensure safe and efficient state banking, investment, and cash-management operations.

  • Preserve the three core Treasurer functions and two operating standards.
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Serve as a Responsible Fiduciary for State Investments

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Serve as a responsible fiduciary of Kansas state funds and invested dollars.

  • Preserve the fiduciary governing standard.
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Increase Efficiency and Eliminate Waste

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Increase efficiency and eliminate waste in State Treasurer operations.

  • Preserve the two administrative outcomes.
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Selected a New 529 Program Manager

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Selected TIAA-CREF Tuition Financing as the new manager for Kansas's 529 education savings program after a competitive procurement.

  • Preserve the completed procurement and selected manager.
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Modernized and Rebranded the Kansas 529 Program

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Scheduled a March 2026 platform conversion and rebranding of Kansas's 529 program to improve value and service for education savers.

  • Preserve the modernization, timing, and stated service objective.
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Codified Free-Market Fiduciary Duties

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Advocated for legislation codifying fiduciary duties that direct state investments toward financial rather than social or political objectives.

  • Preserve the completed advocacy record and enacted fiduciary direction.
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Help Kansans Recover Unclaimed Property

Candidate position
FactVote summary · Goal / Priority

Help Kansas residents find and recover unclaimed property held by the state.

  • Preserve the continuing public-service function.
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Provide Financial-Empowerment Programs

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FactVote summary · Policy

Provide financial education and savings programs that help Kansans plan for school and future needs.

  • Preserve the service direction without inventing program eligibility.
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Member-level public record

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Sources

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  1. Election record

    2026 Kansas candidate record — Steven Johnson

    Kansas Secretary of State

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  2. Candidate-owned primary source

    Steven Johnson — candidate-owned primary source 1

    Steven Johnson campaign

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  3. Candidate-owned primary source

    Steven Johnson — candidate-owned primary source 2

    Steven Johnson campaign

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  4. GOVERNMENT_CURRENT_OFFICE_IDENTITY

    Steven Johnson — current Kansas office

    State of Kansas

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  5. GOVERNMENT_CAMPAIGN_FINANCE_SEARCH

    Steven Johnson — Kansas campaign-finance disclosure search

    Kansas Governmental Ethics Commission

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  6. GOVERNMENT_OFFICIAL_OFFICE_SOURCE

    Steven Johnson — Part 88 verified source

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    Steven Johnson — Part 88 verified source

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    Steven Johnson — Part 88 verified source

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