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Treasurer of State
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 4 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: The Treasurer of State collects and invests the state's money, manages its cash, and oversees the sale of state debt.
Taxes & budget
Jay EdwardsRepublican
- Opposes using unclaimed funds for a Browns stadium.
Seth WalshDemocratic
- Pledges no new state investments in Israel or other countries.
- Supports repealing the law allowing BBB-rated bond investments.
- Opposes using unclaimed funds for a Browns stadium.
Housing
Jay EdwardsRepublican
- Proposes reduced-rate loan programs for first responders and veterans.
Seth WalshDemocratic
- Supports partnerships for affordable housing and first-time buyers.
Economy & jobs
Jay EdwardsRepublican
- Proposes moving state deposits to local banks and credit unions.
Seth WalshDemocratic
- Proposes reinvesting state funds in Ohio community banks.
- Proposes expanding AgLink financing for family farms.
Roads & infrastructure
Jay EdwardsRepublican
No documented position found.
Seth WalshDemocratic
- Supports ratepayer protections before state support for data centers.
Government & transparency
Jay EdwardsRepublican
- Pledges to overhaul the Ohio Checkbook spending website.
Seth WalshDemocratic
No documented position found.
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