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April 22, 2026Dr. Jay Maharjan joined statewide candidates at the Red Rock Dems Forum, emphasizing judgment, taxpayer protection, and wise investment. Afterward, attendees said his message of steady financial leadership resonated.

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Whether you have a question, want to get involved, or would like to connect, please reach out and our team will respond as soon as possible.Mailing Address: Dr Jay Maharjan for Nevada Treasurer 2026 2550 E Desert Inn Rd, Ste 185 Las Vegas, NV 89121

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I’m running for Nevada State Treasurer because Nevada’s finances should work for everyday Nevadans, not politics or special interests. The job is simple: protect taxpayer dollars and make responsible decisions that strengthen Nevada for the long term.

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April 15, 2026The Pahrump Valley Times recently featured Dr. Jay Maharjan speaking at the Nye County Democratic Convention, noting his campaign for Nevada State Treasurer and his focus on being a candidate who understands the people of rural Nevada.<a href="https://pvtimes.com/news/ford-how-great-an-opportunity-we-have-ahead-of-us-photos-184777/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Read the full story →</a>

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April 2, 2026Dr. Jay Maharjan is listed on Sierra Nevada Ally’s website as part of its 2026 election coverage. Sierra Nevada Ally is an independent, community-funded newsroom focused on civics, climate, culture, and underserved communities across Nevada.<a href="https://sierranevadaally.org/profile/jay-maharjan/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Read the full story →</a>

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April 16, 2026The Reno Gazette-Journal recently featured Dr. Jay Maharjan in its coverage of the Democratic race for Nevada State Treasurer, highlighting that he is the only candidate with graduate training in finance and doctoral-level research on the management of state public funds.<a href="https://www.rgj.com/story/news/politics/elections/2026/04/16/democrats-dalia-maharjan-mathis-coleman-run-for-nevada-treasurer/89645919007/?gnt-cfr=1&amp;gca-cat=p&amp;gca-uir=true&amp;gca-epti=z117165p002350c002350e008400v117165d--71--b--71--&amp;gca-ft=110&amp;gca-ds=sophi" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Read the full story →</a>

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May 20, 2026Dr. Jay Maharjan was recently featured by the Record-Courier in Douglas County for its coverage of the Nevada State Treasurer race. Dr. Maharjan discussed responsible financial stewardship, protecting taxpayer dollars, and building long-term economic opportunity for Nevada families.

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March 10, 2026 — 9:00 AMToday we announced the launch of our campaign for Nevada State Treasurer. This campaign is focused on listening to communities across Nevada and building a thoughtful, people-centered approach to the Treasurer’s office. Updates and announcements will be shared here as the campaign moves forward.<a href="/untitled-document-1.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Read the full press release →</a>

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<h2>A Career Focused on Stewardship</h2><img src="https://run.imgix.net/31b8117a-a964-45a4-b056-611bf87a1e45/94bb0f15-faff-4ed9-86a7-0d60d3127cdb/94bb0f15-faff-4ed9-86a7-0d60d3127cdb.jpg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C259%2C283&amp;w=1500" alt="" caption="" align="left" alignwidth="40" tiltdirection="left" variant="framed"><h3>I’m running for Nevada State Treasurer because how our state manages its money affects everyday lives.</h3>I’m an educator and public-policy researcher focused on careful, long-term financial decision-making in government. In my work with families and students, I see firsthand how financial choices made at the state level shape real opportunities — from schools and housing to community stability.I’ve spent my career working across education, public service, and economic policy — roles where responsible stewardship, transparency, and accountability matter. Nevada deserves steady financial leadership that plans ahead, earns public trust, and puts people first.Right now, I’m focused on listening to communities across Nevada — rural and urban — to understand where the Treasurer’s office can make the most meaningful difference.(Commencement address during my years of public service.)

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Nevada’s financial decisions affect daily life — from housing and schools to infrastructure and long-term stability. I’m running for State Treasurer to provide steady stewardship of Nevada’s money, grounded in listening to communities across the state and making careful, long-term decisions that protect taxpayer dollars.

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April 7, 2026 Nevada Current, part of the national States Newsroom network, recently featured Dr. Jay Maharjan’s campaign for Nevada State Treasurer, highlighting his steady focus on stewardship, transparency, public trust, and the kind of long-term financial leadership Nevada needs.<a href="https://nevadacurrent.com/2026/04/07/democratic-primary-for-state-treasurer-features-assemblymember-deputy-treasurer-obama-appointee/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Read the full story →</a>

Nevada Current Features Jay Maharjan

May 08, 2026Dr. Jay Maharjan was featured and interviewed by the Las Vegas Review-Journal in its 2026 Nevada election coverage. The interview highlights his background and campaign for Nevada State Treasurer.<a href="https://www.reviewjournal.com/voter-guide-2026/?candidate=jay-maharjan--1518" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Read the full story →</a>

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April 24, 2026The Nevada Independent included Dr. Maharjan in its Treasurer primary coverage. As a teacher, Jay sees where public policy meets real life. He believes programs like the Millennium Scholarship require disciplined oversight and best practices. His campaign is about judgment, taxpayer protection, and public trust.<a href="https://thenevadaindependent.com/article/competitive-nevada-treasurer-primary-has-democratic-party-leadership-picking-sides" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Read the full story →</a>

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Building a Campaign on Trust: This campaign is built on trust, substance, and responsibility. I’m proud to have the support of respected leaders, educators, public servants, and community voices who believe Nevada needs careful financial stewardship, sound judgment, and long-term leadership as our state looks ahead.

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April 7, 2026The Elko Daily Free Press recently featured Dr. Jay Maharjan in its statewide coverage of the Democratic race for Nevada State Treasurer, broadening access to his campaign message through both print and audio-formatted reporting for rural Nevada readers.<a href="https://elkodaily.com/news/state-regional/nevada/article_089d5cdc-b59e-565c-9893-ce26b1f440dc.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Read the full story →</a>

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April 28, 2026Jay Maharjan has been named a 2026 Gun Sense Candidate by Moms Demand Action for supporting common-sense gun safety and safer communities across Nevada.

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Nye County Democratic Central Committee Convention

Join Dr. Jay Maharjan at the Nye County Democratic Central Committee Convention in Pahrump, where he will share his vision for the State Treasurer's office and meet with local Democrats from across Nye County.

While the State Treasurer does not set housing policy, state financial decisions directly influence housing affordability. How Nevada manages bond issuance, debt issuance, and long-term financing affects the cost of building schools, infrastructure, and housing across the state.Poorly structured debt or short-term financing choices can raise borrowing costs for local governments — costs that ultimately fall on families and communities. Responsible financial leadership helps ensure the state’s financing tools are used to support affordability, rather than unintentionally driving costs higher over time.Through careful stewardship, the Treasurer can:<ul><li>Support sound financing practices that lower long-term borrowing costs</li><li>Ensure debt is structured responsibly to avoid future budget pressure</li><li>Promote financial stability so communities can plan and grow sustainably</li></ul>Addressing cost pressures requires more than slogans. It requires disciplined financial judgment — and an understanding of how today’s financing decisions shape tomorrow’s affordability.

State financial decisions shape housing costs, school construction, and infrastructure. Responsible stewardship means using Nevada’s financial tools to support affordability today without creating larger problems tomorrow.

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Mesquite to Moapa Democratic Club

Dr. Jay Maharjan will join the Mesquite to Moapa Democrats to discuss his campaign for Nevada State Treasurer and listen to community priorities from Mesquite and Moapa Valley.

Douglas County Community Conversation

Thank you to everyone who came out in Minden for a thoughtful and welcoming community conversation. It was a great opportunity to listen, share perspectives, and learn more about the issues that matter most to Douglas County families and neighbors. Grateful for the warm welcome and the chance to continue building connections across Northern Nevada.

Vegas Tech Summit

Dr. Jay Maharjan will attend the Vegas Tech Summit, a regional convening focused on how emerging technologies can expand opportunity and economic mobility in Southern Nevada.Jay previously led Nevada's efforts under the Startup America Partnership, where he worked with entrepreneurs, workforce leaders, and public-sector partners.

Lovelock Lions Club Statewide Candidate Forum

Dr. Jay Maharjan was invited to submit a written message to be read at the Lovelock Lions Club Statewide Candidate Forum, sharing his vision for responsible financial stewardship and long-term economic leadership for Nevada.

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Invited to Speak with Grupo de Mujeres

Dr. Jay Maharjan was invited to speak with Grupo de Mujeres, a women’s empowerment group dedicated to family development.The conversation will focus on listening to Nevada families, strengthening financial opportunity, and responsible stewardship for our communities.

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NPHC Las Vegas Candidate Forum

Dr. Jay Maharjan is honored to have been invited to participate in this community forum, hosted in collaboration with the Las Vegas Chapter of the National Pan-Hellenic Council and local partner organizations.

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MLK Day Parade — Downtown Las Vegas

Community appearance at the MLK Day Parade in downtown Las Vegas, honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy of service, equality, and civic responsibility.

Podcast Interview: Social Wealth Funds & The Future for Abundant Nevada

Dr. Jay Maharjan will join Elias Benjelloun of Nevada Partners for a podcast conversation on Social Wealth Funds &amp; the Future of an Abundant Nevada.The conversation will focus on stewardship, innovation, and building long-term opportunity for Nevada families.

Good financial leadership starts with listening. Before decisions are made about debt, investment, or long-term obligations, it’s essential to understand how those choices affect communities differently across Nevada.I’m spending this period listening to people across rural and urban communities — educators, local leaders, families, and small business owners — to better understand where financial decisions work well and where they unintentionally create strain. These conversations strengthen judgment, surface risks that don’t always appear in spreadsheets, and help ensure state decisions reflect real conditions on the ground.Listening first leads to more responsible leadership. It ensures financial decisions are informed by lived experience as well as data, resilient to political pressure, and built to hold up over time.

Good financial leadership starts with listening. I’m spending this time hearing directly from communities across Nevada so real experiences — not politics — guide responsible decisions in the Treasurer’s office.

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Boulder City Democratic Club

Dr. Jay Maharjan will speak with members of the Boulder City Democratic Club on Tuesday, May 19. He will discuss his campaign for Nevada State Treasurer, his focus on responsible stewardship of public dollars, and his vision for strengthening financial security for Nevada families.

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Speaking Engagement: Centennial Hills Democratic Club

Join Dr. Jay Maharjan, candidate for Nevada State Treasurer, for a conversation with members and community members of the Centennial Hills Democratic Club.

Red Rock Democrats: Meet the Candidates Forum

Dr. Jay Maharjan will attend the Meet the Candidates for Governor, Attorney General, and Treasurer event hosted by the Red Rock Democratic Club, which will include a community fundraiser and food drive benefiting Three Square Food Bank. Attendees are encouraged to bring non-perishable food donations.

Washoe County Democratic Convention

Dr. Jay Maharjan will address delegates and attendees at the Washoe County Democratic Convention and engage with Democrats from across Washoe County.

Investing in education and communities isn’t just about priorities — it’s about how those investments are financed, structured, and sustained over time. The State Treasurer plays a key role in ensuring that schools, workforce training, and community infrastructure are supported through disciplined, responsible financial management.Through my work as an educator and my doctoral research on public fund governance, I’ve seen how financing decisions translate into real outcomes. When debt is poorly structured or short-term pressures drive borrowing, costs rise for school districts, local governments, and ultimately taxpayers. When financing aligns with long-term capacity and oversight, communities gain stability and flexibility.Responsible investment means:<ul><li>Supporting school districts and local governments with sound, predictable financing tools</li><li>Structuring debt so it remains affordable over the full life of a project</li><li>Avoiding financial decisions that shift hidden costs onto future budgets</li><li>Maintaining strong oversight and clear accountability for public funds</li></ul>Smart, disciplined financing helps education systems and communities plan with confidence — across both urban and rural Nevada. The Treasurer’s responsibility is to ensure these investments are financially durable, so they expand opportunity without creating future strain.

Smart, disciplined financing helps schools, workforce training, and community infrastructure succeed. I believe in responsible investment strategies that strengthen opportunity across both urban and rural Nevada.

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Douglas County Democratic Convention

Dr. Jay Maharjan attended the Douglas County Democratic Convention in Minden, where he spoke with local Democrats about responsible financial stewardship, public trust, and his campaign for Nevada State Treasurer.

Responsible stewardship means managing Nevada’s money with care, discipline, and long-term judgment. The State Treasurer’s core responsibility is to safeguard taxpayer dollars, manage debt responsibly, and ensure that decisions made today do not create unnecessary risk tomorrow.In my doctoral research, I studied how public funds are governed across multiple U.S. states, including how accountability structures, risk tolerance, and investment strategy shape long-term outcomes. One consistent lesson is that states that treat public money as a long-term trust — rather than a political tool — are better positioned to remain stable through economic cycles.As Treasurer, stewardship means:• Managing debt carefully to avoid overextending future budgets • Prioritizing stability and liquidity over speculative returns • Investing public funds with clear objectives and strong oversight • Making decisions that remain sound in both strong and uncertain economic conditionsGood stewardship isn’t loud. It’s measured, disciplined, and focused on protecting the public interest over time.

The Treasurer’s job is to protect taxpayer dollars, manage debt carefully, and make long-term financial decisions that keep Nevada stable — not gamble with public money or chase short-term political wins.

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Fairness, transparency, and accountability are essential to managing public money responsibly. Strong financial systems should operate predictably and fairly, so working families are not disadvantaged by decisions made far from their daily lives.My research has examined how public institutions use clear, data-driven tools to evaluate whether financial systems are working as intended and whether benefits and risks are shared equitably. In practice, this means using evidence to ensure financial decisions are transparent, accountable, and structured to support opportunity across communities over time.

Nevadans deserve to know how their money is managed. Transparency, strong oversight, and ethical decision-making are essential to earning public trust and ensuring funds are used as intended.