Texas Lieutenant Governor General

About This Race

The 2026 Texas Lieutenant General election will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect the Lieutenant Governor of Texas. The lieutenant governor serves as the president of the Texas Senate and is the second-highest executive office in the state, succeeding the governor if the office becomes vacant. This race is considered one of the most influential statewide elections due to the lieutenant governor's significant control over the legislative agenda and state budget.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date: November 3, 2026
Registration Deadline: October 7, 2026
Early Voting Starts: October 21, 2026
Early Voting Ends: November 1, 2026

How to Vote

To vote in Texas, residents must register by October 7, 2026, either online via the Texas Secretary of State’s voter portal, by mail, or in person at their county voter registrar’s office. On Election Day or during early voting (October 21–November 1, 2026), voters must present one of seven approved forms of photo ID, such as a Texas driver’s license, U.S. passport, or election identification certificate; those without ID may sign a reasonable impediment declaration and present supporting documentation.

Incumbent

Republican

Dan Patrick

Lieutenant Governor of Texas

Biography

Dan Patrick, the incumbent Lieutenant Governor since 2015, is a former state senator and radio talk show host seeking a fourth term. He is running on a platform of border security, property tax reduction, and conservative social policies, including opposition to transgender youth medical care and support for school voucher programs.

Campaign Website

Democratic

Mike Collier

Lieutenant Governor of Texas

Biography

Mike Collier, a certified public accountant and former chairman of the Harris County Democratic Party, is running for lieutenant governor after previously seeking the office in 2018 and 2022. His campaign focuses on expanding access to affordable healthcare, strengthening public education, and reforming the state’s property tax system to provide relief for homeowners and small businesses.

Campaign Website

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