Judge Steve Snell
Faith. Family. Fiscal responsibility.
Steve Snell is the Williamson County Judge in Texas, serving since April 2025. Explore his record on public safety, taxpayer dollars and planning for growth.
A safer community.
A stronger Williamson County.
Serving as County Judge since April 2025.
Asking for your vote on November 3, 2026.
Meet Steve
A husband, a dad, an educator and your Williamson County Judge.
Steve Snell spent 31 years in Texas public education before taking office as County Judge in April 2025. He served as superintendent of Liberty Hill ISD and Spring Hill ISD and as an assistant superintendent in Hutto ISD.
At Liberty Hill, he guided a rapidly growing district through more than $1 billion in construction projects. In 2024, he was named Region 13 Superintendent of the Year.
Steve and his wife, Amy, are Texas Tech graduates and longtime educators. They raised their children, Madison and Will, in Williamson County and are active at Celebration Church in Liberty Hill.
Today, Steve brings that experience to the work residents count on: public safety, responsible spending, roads, water and preparing for growth.
More about Steve’s backgroundRecord in office
Responsible decisions. Essential services. A plan for growth. Explore the work Judge Snell is doing with the Commissioners Court.
A $712.94 million FY 2026-2027 budget funds public safety and roads while adopting the no-new-revenue county tax rate. The county estimates about $28 in annual county tax savings for the average homestead.
County budget detailsThe FY27 budget adds nine Sheriff’s Office positions and seven EMS positions, with funding for radios, body-worn and in-car cameras, and other safety equipment.
Read the county announcementFollowing a $500,000 allocation, the county approved a $498,700 consultant contract on October 20 to develop a regional water infrastructure plan with cities and water providers.
Water study updateJudge Snell voted against the elected-official salary measure and declined the increase for his own position, according to the campaign’s August 26 announcement.
Read the campaign releaseDuring the July 2025 floods, Judge Snell issued a local disaster declaration as the county responded to flooding and supported rescue operations.
July 2025 disaster declarationThe FY27 budget includes a $75 million Road and Bridge Fund, including $10 million for the Long-Range Transportation Plan to help infrastructure keep pace with growth.
Transportation budget detailsExplore the county announcements and campaign releases linked above for details.
The work ahead
Steve is seeking a full term to keep moving the county forward with common sense, conservative leadership.
Keep county taxes and spending disciplined while funding the services residents rely on.
Support competitive pay, reliable equipment and the people who protect our neighborhoods.
Keep transportation and infrastructure planning focused on safety, mobility and quality of life.
Bring cities and water providers together to plan for both rural and urban water needs.
Support small businesses, responsible economic development and workforce partnerships.
Listen to residents, explain decisions and make public input part of planning for the future.
Local experience. Regional thinking. Judge Snell supports collaboration on jobs, school safety and infrastructure, along with a regional medical examiner’s office to better serve families.
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Rooted in our community
From years in our public schools to service in county government, Steve’s work has always been about the people who call Williamson County home.
Get involvedTrusted leadership
Support from law enforcement, elected officials and community organizations.
Endorsed October 21, 2026
Support from the men and women who serve our community in law enforcement.
Latest updates
The Williamson County Deputies Association has endorsed Judge Steve Snell for County Judge.
The Commissioners Court approved a consultant contract for the regional water infrastructure plan.
Judge Snell welcomed the announced manufacturing campus, projected to bring more than 2,000 jobs to Williamson County.
Questions & answers
His experience, his priorities and the office he serves.
Updated October 22, 2026Steve Snell is the Williamson County Judge in Texas and the Republican candidate for that office in the November 3, 2026 general election. He took office in April 2025 after a 31-year career in public education.
Learn moreThe County Judge leads the Commissioners Court, working with four county commissioners on the budget, county services and infrastructure. The office also leads the county during emergencies. In Williamson County, this is primarily an executive and administrative role.
Learn moreBefore becoming County Judge, Steve served as superintendent of Liberty Hill ISD and Spring Hill ISD and as an assistant superintendent in Hutto ISD. At Liberty Hill, he oversaw more than $1 billion in construction projects during rapid enrollment growth. He was named 2024 Region 13 Superintendent of the Year.
Learn moreThe Commissioners Court adopted a $712.94 million FY 2026-2027 budget and a no-new-revenue county tax rate of $0.421547 per $100 of valuation. The county estimates a reduction of about $28 in its annual tax bill for the average homestead. Individual bills vary, and city, school and other taxing districts set their own rates.
Learn moreOn October 20, 2026, the Commissioners Court approved a $498,700 contract with Freese and Nichols for a regional water infrastructure plan. The study will examine water sources, needs, treatment and distribution options and is expected to take about a year.
Learn moreJudge Snell’s priorities include responsible county taxes and spending, support for the Sheriff and first responders, roads that keep pace with growth, a reliable water supply, small business and good jobs, and open government. He also supports a regional medical examiner’s office.
Learn moreEarly voting is October 19-30, 2026. Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Visit Williamson County Elections for the current polling locations, hours, sample ballot and registration information. The voter registration deadline for this election was October 5.
Learn moreUse the campaign signup form to volunteer, request a yard sign or receive updates. You can also email info@TexansForSnell.com or call (512) 900-9120. Donations are handled through the campaign’s existing secure WinRed page.
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Williamson County Judge · November 3, 2026
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