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Comptroller shakeup comes amid general election race, school voucher rollout
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· July 3, 2026
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Key points The current acting Comptroller, Kelly Hancock, is set to vacate the position at the end of July. A change in leadership is coming to the Comptroller's office, as announced by Gov.
A change in leadership is coming to the Comptroller's office, as announced by Gov. Greg Abbott. Former State Sen. Don Huffines will take on the role. This development is happening as the state prepares for a general election and the implementation of a school voucher program.
The current acting Comptroller, Kelly Hancock, is set to vacate the position at the end of July. Gov. Abbott's announcement names Huffines as Hancock's replacement.
Further details on this Comptroller shakeup can be found through local news sources, including CBS Austin.
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Category: government Published: July 3, 2026 Source: CBS Austin (KEYE) - Local Reading time: 1 min
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