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Wisconsin Elections Commission — Candidates on Ballot by Election
2026 General Election - 11/3/2026
Candidate: Yee Leng Xiong
Party: Democratic
Office: State Treasurer
Committee ID: 0106771
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Candidate biography
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Yee Leng Xiong's story is about service, stewardship, and never forgetting where you came from. Born in Wausau to refugees who fled persecution and communism, Yee learned early that freedom comes with responsibility—the responsibility to give back and build a better future for the next generation. His parents lost their eldest son during their escape, a tragedy that instilled in Yee the value of protecting what matters most: family, community, and opportunity.
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Yee Leng Xiong's story is about service, stewardship, and never forgetting where you came from. Born in Wausau to refugees who fled persecution and communism, Yee learned early that freedom comes with responsibility—the responsibility to give back and build a better future for the next generation. His parents lost their eldest son during their escape, a tragedy that instilled in Yee the value of protecting what matters most: family, community, and opportunity.
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In 2014, Yee made history as the first Hmong American elected to the DC Everest School Board, becoming Vice President by 2022, and most recently became the Board Treasurer.. He knows firsthand how critical state funding is to our schools—and as State Treasurer, he'll have a direct say in managing the $1.3 billion Common School Fund that supports education across Wisconsin.
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In 2014, Yee made history as the first Hmong American elected to the DC Everest School Board, becoming Vice President by 2022, and most recently became the Board Treasurer.. He knows firsthand how critical state funding is to our schools—and as State Treasurer, he'll have a direct say in managing the $1.3 billion Common School Fund that supports education across Wisconsin.
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In 2016, Yee was elected Marathon County Supervisor for District 19, becoming only the second Hmong American to serve on the Board. He has served on the Human Resources, Finance and Property Committee; chaired the Social Services Board; and chaired the Transportation Coordinating Committee, helping reinvest funds in elders and neighbors with disabilities. He is now Vice Chair of the Public Safety Committee and a member of the Health and Human Services Committee and the Board of Health. Through these roles, Yee has managed complex budgets and made tough decisions about how every taxpayer dollar is spent.
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In 2016, Yee was elected Marathon County Supervisor for District 19, becoming only the second Hmong American to serve on the Board. He has served on the Human Resources, Finance and Property Committee; chaired the Social Services Board; and chaired the Transportation Coordinating Committee, helping reinvest funds in elders and neighbors with disabilities. He is now Vice Chair of the Public Safety Committee and a member of the Health and Human Services Committee and the Board of Health. Through these roles, Yee has managed complex budgets and made tough decisions about how every taxpayer dollar is spent.
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In 2018, Weston residents elected Yee as the village's first Hmong American Trustee. He led the Parks and Recreation Committee, served as Vice Chair of Public Safety, and sat on the Joint Finance Committee for the Everest Metro Police Department. After completing two terms in 2022, Village President Mark Maloney asked Yee to continue serving as a citizen member of the Village Finance Committee—a testament to his financial expertise and trusted leadership until 2024.
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In 2018, Weston residents elected Yee as the village's first Hmong American Trustee. He led the Parks and Recreation Committee, served as Vice Chair of Public Safety, and sat on the Joint Finance Committee for the Everest Metro Police Department. After completing two terms in 2022, Village President Mark Maloney asked Yee to continue serving as a citizen member of the Village Finance Committee—a testament to his financial expertise and trusted leadership until 2024.
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Transportation and infrastructure
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Support low-interest Trust Fund Loans for roads, fire stations, school repairs, and essential infrastructure
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Support low-interest Trust Fund Loans for roads, fire stations, school repairs, and essential infrastructure
Return Unclaimed Money to Wisconsin Families
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Expand outreach so people know what they’re owed and how to claim it
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Expand outreach so people know what they’re owed and how to claim it
Responsible Stewardship of Wisconsin’s Public Lands
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Protecting our natural resources while supporting our schools.
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Protecting our natural resources while supporting our schools.
Financial Literacy & Family Economic Security
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Expand financial literacy programs statewide
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Expand financial literacy programs statewide
Transportation and infrastructure
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Support low-interest Trust Fund Loans that help towns, counties, and school districts build infrastructure without raising taxes.
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Support low-interest Trust Fund Loans that help towns, counties, and school districts build infrastructure without raising taxes.
Return Money to Families
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Expand outreach and modernize systems so Wisconsinites can easily claim unclaimed property that belongs to them.
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Expand outreach and modernize systems so Wisconsinites can easily claim unclaimed property that belongs to them.
Support Local Communities with Smart Infrastructure Investment
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Ensure small towns and rural communities can access affordable financing
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Ensure small towns and rural communities can access affordable financing
Responsible Stewardship of Wisconsin’s Public Lands
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Support responsible forestry and land management practices
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Support responsible forestry and land management practices
Protect & Grow Wisconsin’s School Trust Fund
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Yee will prioritize strong returns while protecting the principal, ensuring long-term stability for schools
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Yee will prioritize strong returns while protecting the principal, ensuring long-term stability for schools
Fiscal Responsibility & Transparent Government
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Act as an independent watchdog for Wisconsin taxpayers
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Act as an independent watchdog for Wisconsin taxpayers
Return Unclaimed Money to Wisconsin Families
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Strengthen efforts to return millions in unclaimed property to families
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Strengthen efforts to return millions in unclaimed property to families
Return Unclaimed Money to Wisconsin Families
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Improve accessibility through multilingual resources and modern technology
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Improve accessibility through multilingual resources and modern technology
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