Kevin McCormick, a Green Party candidate, is running for Texas lieutenant governor in the Nov. 3, 2026, general election. He faces Republican Dan Patrick, Democratic candidate Vikki Goodwin and Libertarian Anthony Cristo.

Asked why he is running, McCormick said in our candidate 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."

Candidate information

Party: "Green Party"

Family and residence: "Myself and my wife live near Lindale, Texas. We have two grown children."

Education: "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 and work history: "I have practiced law, worked in agriculture, managed small business, and taught high school math. I am familiar with all the regions of Texas. I am presently retired, which is why I have time to run for office."

Family in politics or government: "Not at this time. Siblings who had government jobs are retired."

Experience and public service

McCormick says he is retired. According to San Antonio Report, he served as a law clerk at the Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Texas and worked as an attorney in private practice. He also taught math at Jefferson High School.

Previous elected or appointed offices: "Co-chair -- Dallas County Green Party. Co-chair -- Green Party Banking and Monetary Reform Committee."

On the issues

What are the critical differences between you and other candidates?

"I have studied and learned about politics and economics all my adult life because I find it very interesting and important. 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."

What would be your top three priorities for the 2027 legislative session?

McCormick said he would claim a public mandate for three items: "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."

Should the Senate keep its rule requiring 18 of 31 senators to agree before a bill reaches the floor?

"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."

Do you support proposals to eliminate or sharply reduce school district property taxes?

"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. … 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."

What changes would you make to how Texas regulates hemp-derived THC products?

"Legal hemp-derived THC products should be regulated by requiring a license to sell; accurate labeling requirements disclosing ingredients, potency, and source; prohibiting sales to minors; prohibiting health claims in advertisements; and other regulations that are necessary for the industry to function properly." McCormick added: "I believe drug prohibition policies should be changed to de-criminalization and medical treatment and the issue mostly removed from the criminal justice system."

The election is Nov. 3, 2026.