Kevin McCormick is running for Texas lieutenant governor as the Green Party candidate in the Nov. 3, 2026, general election. He is certified for the ballot.

This candidacy is listed in the Texas secretary of state’s official November 3, 2026 certification for Collin County.

Asked why he is running, McCormick said in our questionnaire: "Texas voters need to break out of the duopoly corral. Electoral reform is necessary to give more power to voters. I am running for Lieutenant Governor to give voters a candidate who will fight for necessary reforms such as electoral system reform to empower voters and help restore democracy."

He faces Republican Dan Patrick, Democrat Vikki Goodwin and Libertarian Anthony Cristo.

The lieutenant governor sets the Texas Senate's agenda and appoints its committee chairs.

Party: Green Party

Education: McCormick said: "I have a Law degree from the University of Houston Law Center and a BA in Political Science from the University of Texas San Antonio."

Occupation: McCormick said: "I have practiced law, worked in agriculture, managed small business, and taught high school math. … I am presently retired, which is why I have time to run for office."

Party roles: McCormick said: "Co-chair -- Dallas County Green Party. Co-chair -- Green Party Banking and Monetary Reform Committee."

Asked what accomplishments show he can handle the job, McCormick said in our questionnaire: "My work experience has been quite varied. I have worked with laborers and with elites. I am familiar with all regions of Texas and recognize their varied needs. …"

Legislative priorities: Asked what his top three priorities for the 2027 legislative session would be, McCormick said: "1) Invest in public transportation by expanding bus fleets in Texas cities to reduce traffic congestion and make alternatives available; 2) Invest in the rural economy to establish family farm greenhouse food production cooperatives, provide a solid foundation for hemp production and processing, improve infrastructure and promote sustainable agriculture; and 3) Reform the Election Code to adopt ranked-choice voting in all elections, establish a statewide single primary election for candidates, and meaningfully limit gerrymandering of electoral districts, including a constitutional amendment to create a non-partisan redistricting commission."

Senate rules: Asked whether the Senate should keep its rule requiring 18 of 31 senators to agree before a bill reaches the floor, McCormick said: "I believe a number like 14 may be better, so more issues can be brought to a vote and the positions of the senators made public. The Senate rules are necessary because of time constraints, the need to focus on important issues, and the tendency of partisan politicians to create theatrical situations and controversies."

Property taxes and public schools: Asked about proposals to eliminate or reduce school district property taxes, McCormick said: "I have proposed reforming the property tax system by basing appraisals on economic value instead of speculative value, which would reduce property taxes for most Texans." He added: "The state allotment for public schools must be increased so they suffer no loss of funding. I also believe that funding should be moved to classroom resources and more teachers from bureaucracy and high-stakes testing. The voucher program should be means-tested so that only families who need, but cannot afford, an alternative are eligible."

Differences from opponents: McCormick said: "I am not bound to any set of wealthy donors or political elites and am not obligated to any special interest. This gives me the ability to actually serve the public interest. …"

More information is available on McCormick's campaign website.

Responses are based on public data and answers to a Surround Sound Media questionnaire if they were provided.