Washington County Precinct 3 Commissioner Kirk Hanath has announced he will run for Washington County judge in the March 2026 Republican primary.

Hanath, who has served on the commissioners court since 2004, said in a campaign announcement that he hopes to bring his experience in county government to the county’s top elected position. He cited fiscal responsibility, community collaboration and long-range planning as priorities.

“Serving the people of Washington County as their commissioner in Precinct 3 has been an honor, and I am excited about the opportunity to embark on this next chapter in public service,” Hanath said in the release. “If elected county judge, I will continue to prioritize the needs of our residents — fostering economic growth, enhancing public safety, leveraging tech

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