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Lieutenant Governor in Texas
- Election date
- November 3, 2026
- Filing deadline
- March 4, 2026 - April 2, 2026
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Lieutenant Governor
About this position
The Lieutenant Governor is the second-highest ranking official of the state executive office. The Lieutenant Governor is the first successor to the Governor and the presiding officer of the State Senate, only voting to break a tie.
Position Details
Employment Type
Full Time
Salary
$7,200/year + $221/day
Partisan Type
partisan
Election Frequency
Every 4 years
Eligibility Requirements
Must be a Texas resident of at least five years and 30 years old
Filing Requirements
Filing fee is $3,750 or in lieu of filing fees; signature requirement of 1% resident signatures
Paperwork Instructions
Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office.
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