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The state treasurer receives and disburses most of the state's money and informs the Legislature through a yearly report on the state's financial picture.

The treasurer operates the unclaimed property division, working to locate the owners of unclaimed property such as inactive bank accounts, uncashed checks, stock shares and insurance proceeds.

The treasurer also administers the Nebraska College Savings program and collects and disburses child support payments.

In addition, the treasurer administers the long-term care savings program and the state’s transparency website, .

The treasurer is a member of the Board of State Canvassers, the state Investment Council, the Quality Jobs Act Board and the State Records Board.

State Treasurer John Murante is running for a second four-year term. He faces Katrina Tomsen of Upland, a Libertarian.

The state treasurer is paid $85,000 a year.

Editor’s note: Candidate John Murante did not respond for the Voter's Guide.  

Age: Declined to provide

Address: 125 N. Highland Ave., Upland

Occupation: Optometrist

Political party: Libertarian

Website: None

What experiences qualify you for this office?

I started and operated my own small business in Norfolk and had to learn some things the hard way — I know what it is like to be attacked by electronic warfare. I have had to resort back to my U.S. Military Academy training of two years and am thankful for it. Dealings with business and money are important to keep transparent. I helped to keep our condominium community running smoothly as secretary/treasurer.

Why do you want to be state treasurer?

I want a thorough understanding about Nebraska state revenue and expenditures. It seems that too many politicians are afraid to make tough decisions when it comes to money because they are not informed well enough; I admire Margaret Thatcher's economics when no one else wanted the job. Fortunately, Nebraskans do well at balancing the budget, but Nebraska citizens are going to face some challenges with outside investors.

What would be your priorities?

1. I would like to review the tax revenue and make sure that every real estate parcel is taxed with no exemptions. These parcels would be at various rates to accommodate for growth; but they all need to be on the books to study the budget. No real estate should be labeled "tax exempt."

2. I want to make sure that there are no security breaches with the office of the treasurer. It is misleading to say that we have cybersecurity.

Are there any changes you would support or propose in the operation of the state treasurer’s office?

I want to keep the office of the state treasurer in the city of Lincoln where all of the legislation is happening. I understand that there was a satellite office opened in Omaha, and I would close it. When dealing with finances, I want to be able to meet our leadership and bureaucracy in person.