Candidates are beginning to join the race for Kane County treasurer in the 2026 election, with incumbent Chris Lauzen and two challengers announcing their campaigns.

Along with Lauzen, the field at this point includes current Kane County Auditor Penny Wegman and Connie Cain, who says she’s a former Treasurer’s Office employee.

Lauzen, a Republican, previously served as a state senator in the 21st and 25th districts, then served as the Kane County Board chair from 2012 until 2020, when he withdrew from his reelection bid, according to past reporting.

In 2022, Lauzen ran for and was elected the county’s treasurer, for which he’s now seeking another term.

In a press release, Lauzen said that, if elected, this would be his final term as treasurer. He cited the impending retirements of

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