Kate Marshall
Kate Marshall is running for election for Mayor of Reno in Nevada. She is on the ballot in the primary on June 9, 2026.[source]
Marshall (Democratic Party) was the Lieutenant Governor of Nevada. She assumed office on January 7, 2019. She left office on September 17, 2021.
Biography
After graduating from the University of California, Berkeley, Marshall taught English and commerce in Kenya as a member of the U.S. Peace Corps. She later returned to the United States and received a J.D. from UC Berkley's School of Law. She interned for U.S. Senator Paul Laxalt's law firm in Washington, DC. She later was accepted to the United States Department of Justice's Honors program.[1]
In 1997, Marshall moved to Nevada at the request of the Nevada attorney general to create Nevada’s Antitrust Unit as senior deputy attorney general.[1]
Education
- Attended, California State University-San Francisco[2]
- B.A. - University of California, Berkeley (1982)
- J.D. - University of California, Berkeley
Political career
Lieutenant governor of Nevada (2019-2021)
Marshall was first elected to the lieutenant governor's office in 2018. She assumed office in January 2019. Marshall resigned as lieutenant governor on September 17, 2021, to become the senior adviser to governors in President Joe Biden's (D) administration.[3]
Nevada treasurer (2007-2015)
Marshall was first elected Nevada state treasurer in 2006 and assumed office in January 2007. Marshall won re-election to her second, and final, four-year term on November 2, 2010.[1] She was barred by term limits from seeking a third term as state treasurer. She served in this position until January 2015.[1][2]
Elections
2026
See also: Mayoral election in Reno, Nevada (2026)
General election
The primary will occur on June 9, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. General election candidates will be added here following the primary.
Nonpartisan primary
Nonpartisan primary election for Mayor of Reno
The following candidates are running in the primary for Mayor of Reno on June 9, 2026.
Candidate | ||
| Eddie Lorton (Nonpartisan) | ||
 | Kate Marshall (Nonpartisan) | |
| Greg Nuttle (Nonpartisan) | ||
| Jesse Razo (Nonpartisan) | ||
| Devon Reese (Nonpartisan) | ||
| Tim Ross (Nonpartisan) | ||
| Kathleen Taylor (Nonpartisan) | ||
| Corinthia Yancey (Nonpartisan) | ||
| John Wayne Zink (Nonpartisan) | ||
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Endorsements
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2018
General election
General election for Lieutenant Governor of Nevada
Kate Marshall defeated Michael Roberson, Janine Hansen, and Ed Uehling in the general election for Lieutenant Governor of Nevada on November 6, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Kate Marshall (D) | 50.4 | 486,381 |
 | Michael Roberson (R) | 43.7 | 421,697 | |
 | Janine Hansen (Independent American Party) | 2.5 | 23,893 | |
 | Ed Uehling (Independent) | 1.1 | 10,435 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 2.4 | 23,537 | ||
| Total votes: 965,943 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Lieutenant Governor of Nevada
Kate Marshall defeated Laurie Hansen in the Democratic primary for Lieutenant Governor of Nevada on June 12, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Kate Marshall | 75.3 | 93,795 |
| Laurie Hansen | 24.7 | 30,709 | ||
| Total votes: 124,504 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Lieutenant Governor of Nevada
Michael Roberson defeated Brent Jones, Eugene Hoover, Gary Anthony Meyers, and Scott LaFata in the Republican primary for Lieutenant Governor of Nevada on June 12, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Michael Roberson | 52.8 | 63,675 |
 | Brent Jones | 20.7 | 24,899 | |
 | Eugene Hoover | 13.2 | 15,918 | |
 | Gary Anthony Meyers | 7.6 | 9,153 | |
 | Scott LaFata | 5.7 | 6,854 | |
| Total votes: 120,499 | |||
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2014
- See also: Nevada secretary of state election, 2014
Marshall ran for Nevada Secretary of State in 2014.[4] The primary took place June 10, 2014.[5] The general election took place on November 4, 2014.
Results
General election
| Secretary of State of Nevada, 2014 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Republican |  Barbara Cegavske |
50.4% | 273,720 | |
| Democratic | Kate Marshall | 46.1% | 250,612 | |
| Independent | None of these candidates | 3.5% | 18,778 | |
| Total Votes | 543,110 | |||
| Election results via Nevada Secretary of State | ||||
Debates
October 3 debate
Barbara Cegavske (R) and Kate Marshall (D) differed over campaign finance laws, voter ID and same-day voter registration during a debate on Vegas PBS. Marshall said that Cegavske failed to spearhead campaign finance and ethics reform during her time in the Nevada State Senate. Cegavske argued that Democrats held the Nevada State Legislature in recent sessions and failed to pursue campaign finance reforms. Marshall countered that Cegavske was the chair of the Senate Legislative Operations and Election Committee in 2005 and voted against a 2013 proposal for significant reform. Cegavske said that her committee reviewed hundreds of proposals but committee members blocked most bills due to concerns for their respective parties.[6]
Cegavske supported voter ID during the debate while Marshall opposed an ID requirement, which she said could lead to disenfranchisement. Marshall argued on behalf of same-day registration at voting locations to increase turnout. Cegavske expressed concern that same-day registration might not be feasible as elections officials would need to verify citizenship and residency on short timetables.[6]
2011
Marshall ran for the U.S. House in a special election on September 13, 2011. She lost to Mark Amodei (R).[7]
| United States House, Nevada Special Election, 2011 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Republican | Mark Amodei |
61.6% | 75,180 | |
| Democratic | Kate Marshall | 38.4% | 46,818 | |
| Total Votes | 121,998 | |||
2010
Marshall won re-election as state treasurer in the November 2010 election, defeating Republican Steven E. Martin and Mike Hawkins.[8]
| Nevada State Treasurer (2010) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | Percent | ||
| Kate Marshall (D)
|
338,588 | 48.31% | ||
| Steven E. Martin (R) | 307,115 | 43.82% | ||
| Mike Hawkins | 28,376 | 4.05% | ||
| None of These Candidates | 26,837 | 3.83% | ||
2006
| 2006 Race for Treasurer - Democratic Primary[9] | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Percentage | |||
 Kate Marshall (D)
|
65.5% | |||
| Geoffrey Vanderpal(D) | 20.2% | |||
| Write Ins | 14.3% | |||
| Total votes | 114,070 | |||
| 2006 Race for Treasurer - General Election[10] | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Percentage | |||
| Kate Marshall (D)
|
47.3% | |||
| Mark Destefano (R) | 41.7% | |||
| Mark Andrews (IAP) | 6.2% | |||
| Write Ins | 4.8% | |||
| Total votes | 573,589 | |||
Campaign themes
2026
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Campaign website
Marshall's campaign website stated the following:
My Vision
Jump to:
Smart Investments and Management of Reno’s Budget
Common Sense Solutions for Reno Families
Smart Investments and Management of Reno’s Budget
The City of Reno is estimating a budget shortfall of $26M. That is serious, it demands experience, discipline, and a willingness to dig into the details. From my time as State Treasurer, I know that budgets don’t fix themselves—and that the devil is always in the details. As Treasurer, I helped guide Nevada through the Great Recession, worked with legislative leadership to close budget gaps during multiple special sessions, and conducted audits that eliminated wasteful spending, off-the-books accounts, and no-bid contracts. I also took on Wall Street banks and recovered millions of dollars for Nevada taxpayers. As Mayor, I will bring that same hands-on approach to Reno’s finances. I will work closely with the City Manager to conduct a thorough review of the City’s revenues and expenses—making sure we are collecting what is owed, spending on what truly matters, and reviewing every tax incentive to ensure it delivers real value to our community. Addressing this deficit will require tough choices, transparency, and accountability, and I have the experience to lead that effort responsibly
Tackle the Housing Crisis
Housing is deeply personal for me. Growing up, every time the rent went up, we moved. By the time I was in fifth grade, I had lived in four different homes, each move a new neighborhood and a new school. The only home my father ever owned was foreclosed. Because of that, when someone tells me they can’t afford a place to live, It’s not an abstract policy problem for me. I know on a personal level how important it is for Reno to remain affordable. I’ve seen how the rising cost of homes has impacted our city, and I believe that housing must keep up with population growth. I support building both affordable and market rate housing. Home ownership builds wealth and stability and relieves pressure on the rental market. At the same time, growth must respect our neighborhoods and our community character. We can streamline permitting and approvals to lower costs and speed construction without sacrificing oversight or quality. Addressing housing affordability requires urgency, empathy, and smart governance. No matter what one’s income is, everyone should have a place they can call home.
Common Sense Solutions for Reno Families
- I love our city. Reno has earned national recognition as a place where people want to live, build businesses, and raise their families. That growth gives us much to be optimistic about—but it also brings real challenges. To grow successfully, we need leadership that listens, acts, and delivers, so Reno grows smartly and efficiently without losing what makes it special.
- Throughout my career, I’ve brought people together to get results. I’m running for mayor to chart a new way forward—one that respects the unique needs of every neighborhood, partners with local leaders, works constructively with our city manager, and makes the most of every tax dollar. My goal is simple: to make Reno more affordable, more livable, and stronger for the next generation.
- As mayor, I will launch new efforts to support small businesses, connect families with reliable child care, and strengthen workforce development—just as I did as Lieutenant Governor. I will lead a regional strategy for wildfire prevention and management to protect our residents and homeowners from this growing threat. And I will guide smart, responsible growth with a clear vision that keeps Reno affordable and livable, so we never lose what makes our city such a wonderful place to call home.
- I have the experience, the relationships, and the temperament to lead Reno into its next chapter—and that’s why I’m running for mayor.
— Kate Marshall's campaign website (March 20, 2026)
Campaign finance summary
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See also
2026 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Official biography of Kate Marshall
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Project Votesmart" accessed November 1, 2012
- ↑ KOLO 8, "Lt. Gov. Marshall announces transition date to White House job," September 10, 2021
- ↑ Official Campaign Website 2014, "Homepage," accessed February 27, 2013
- ↑ Nevada Secretary of State, "Silver State Election Night Results 2014," accessed June 10, 2014
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 Las Vegas Review-Journal, "Secretary of state candidates argue election reform, voter ID issues," October 3, 2014
- ↑ Nevada Secretary of State Ross Miller, Silver State Election, "U.S. House of Representatives, District 2 (Official)"
- ↑ Nevada Secretary of State, "November 2010 General Election Results," accessed May 14, 2011
- ↑ Nevada Secretary of State - Official 2006 Primary Election Results
- ↑ Nevada Secretary of State - Official 2006 General Election Results
| Political offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by Mark Hutchison (R) |
Lieutenant Governor of Nevada 2019-2021 |
Succeeded by Lisa Cano Burkhead (D) |
| Preceded by Brian Krolicki (R) |
Nevada State Treasurer 2007-2015 |
Succeeded by Dan Schwartz (R) |
