Hidalgo County, Texas

County Treasurer

Leo and Pena are on the November 3, 2026 ballot. Names follow official Hidalgo County election filings.

About this race

March 3 primary result: Lita Leo won the Democratic nomination over Alex Cantu (55.89%-44.11%) and meets Republican nominee Princess Anne Pena on the November 3 ballot, per the county's official canvass.

What this office does

County treasurer. The county treasurer collects property taxes and other revenue, holds the county's funds, and invests them under state rules. The treasurer distributes tax collections to the county, cities, school districts and special districts that levy them. The office is a custodian of public money, not the body that sets the tax rate.

This race. Every voter in Hidalgo County votes on this seat. The sitting officeholder, Lita Leo, is on the ballot.

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Lita Leo

DemocraticIncumbent

Biography

Lita Leo is the sitting Hidalgo County Treasurer, per the county's official website. No campaign website was found as of September 3, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Lita Leo.

Princess Anne Pena

Republican

Biography

Princess Anne Pena is a Mission-based healthcare provider running for Hidalgo County Treasurer, per local election coverage. No campaign website was found as of September 3, 2026.

Next on your ballotHidalgo County Commissioner, Precinct No. 2

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Questions about this race

Who is running for County Treasurer in 2026?

2 candidates are tracked for County Treasurer on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Lita Leo and Princess Anne Pena. Candidate information follows official Hidalgo County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

When is the County Treasurer election in Texas?

Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Registration deadlines, early voting dates and mail ballot rules for Texas are on the Texas election hub at theballotbrief.com.

How do I see my exact Hidalgo County ballot?

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Verify this race

Candidate roster from official Hidalgo County and state election office filings, last verified October 16, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.

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Also on your ballot

Hidalgo County Commissioner, Precinct No. 4 Judge, County Court at Law No. 1 Judge, County Court at Law No. 2 See all 31 Hidalgo County races

Candidate profiles

Lita Leo, full profile Princess Anne Pena, full profile Official Texas election office