Delaware Voters Will Elect New State Treasurer
The 2026 midterm election will determine the next state treasurer as the incumbent steps down.
Updated on Oct. 11, 2026 in Elections
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Delaware voters will head to the polls on November 3, 2026, to select a new state treasurer. The position is open as incumbent Treasurer Colleen Davis is not seeking reelection after serving two terms.
Why it matters
The upcoming election marks a transition in the management of the state's finances. With the current treasurer departing, voters will choose between candidates to oversee these responsibilities for the next term.
Incumbent Treasurer Colleen Davis is not seeking reelection after completing her second term in office. The race features Democratic nominee Ted Lauzen and Republican nominee Mike Ramone.
The players
Colleen Davis
She is the incumbent state treasurer who is not seeking reelection after serving two terms in office.
Ted Lauzen
He is the Democratic party nominee running for the office of state treasurer.
Mike Ramone
He is the Republican party nominee running for the office of state treasurer.
The details
Voters across Delaware will cast their ballots to determine who replaces Colleen Davis as the state's chief financial officer. The two candidates vying for the position are Democrat Ted Lauzen and Republican Mike Ramone.
Timeline
October 22, 2026: Early voting begins.
November 3, 2026: Election day.
Political Context
The transition follows the conclusion of the two-term limit set by the Delaware State Constitution. Opposition parties typically use these open-seat races to argue for a change in fiscal oversight and policy direction for the state treasury.
The outcome of this election will directly impact who manages state investments, debt, and public banking services. Residents should prepare for potential shifts in financial oversight that could affect state-managed programs.
The takeaway
Voters should review the platforms of Ted Lauzen and Mike Ramone before the election to understand their competing visions for state fiscal policy. Preparing ahead of the November 3 date ensures that residents are ready to participate in the selection of their next treasurer.
What happens next
Early voting for the midterm election begins on October 22, 2026, followed by election day on November 3, 2026.
Further reading
For additional information on the ballot and voting procedures, visit Delaware Elections.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WHYY.
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