State Representative Candidates
Districts 101-150
Note to the Voter: Remember that you are the HR person choosing who is best qualified to be a Texas State House Representative. Check out their educational background, their work history, and Community Service. If they are an Incumbents (IN) who Candidates up for re-election what I their voting record. Make sure it matches up with your core beliefs and what they are saying from the campaign trail they support. Which candidate is best qualified over all and lines up best with your beliefs? That is who you should vote for.
About the Office:
The Texas House of Representatives is the lower chamber of the Texas State Legislature. Alongside the Texas State Senate, it forms the legislative branch of the Texas state government and works alongside the governor of Texas to create laws and establish a state budget. Legislative authority and responsibilities of the Texas House of Representatives include passing bills on public policy matters, setting levels for state spending, raising and lowering taxes, and voting to uphold or override gubernatorial vetoes. Members serve two year terms and are not subject to term limits. They assume office at the beginning of the legislative session in January. Look up Incumbents who are current members to see their bills they wrote or cowrote plus their voting record and more by going to: https://house.texas.gov/members/. It is very telling how they voted. See if it lines up with their campaign promises and your personal beliefs. As of the 2020 Census, Texas state representatives represented an average of 194,555 residents.
Qualifications
To be eligible to seek office a candidate must be:
A U.S. citizen
21 years old before the general election
A two-year resident of Texas before the general election
A district resident for 1 year prior to the general election
Salaries
$7,200/year $221/day. Set by the ethics commission.
Pension
The highest a legislature can earn for retirement is $125,000, with an average of $17,526 annually.
Sources: Ballotpedia https://ballotpedia.org/; Texas_House_of_Representatives, https://house.texas.gov/about-us/
Texas House of Representatives Candidates and Members by District
Chris Turner Incumbent for State Representative District 101
Communications Consultant B.A. in Government from UTA. Business consultant, former District Director for Representative Chet Edwards. Chris is serving his second term as Chair of the House Democratic Caucus, where he leads 67 members with a comprehensive strategic approach to advance better public policy. Chris created the Veterans Cash scratch-off ticket that has raised more than $120 million to aid Texas veterans. He also authored the constitutional amendment to create a 100% property tax exemption for surviving spouses of service members killed in the line of duty. In 2019, Chris brokered the deal to end the stalemate on Texas' major school finance legislation by crafting a statewide teacher pay raise plan that was ultimately supported by both the House and Senate. He was instrumental in Arlington and Grand Prairie passing payday lending ordinances that protect vulnerable Texans. He has authored laws that safeguard consumers from unexpected utility rate hikes and tenants from unscrupulous landlords. In January 2019, Chris was appointed to serve as Chairman of the House Committee on Higher Education. In this role, he improved the transferability of college credits, passed laws to protect students from violence on and off campus and is working to lower the cost of college by expanding access to open educational resources. Chris also serves as Vice Chair of the House Committee on Redistricting and is a member of the Committee on Insurance.
Source: https://ballotpedia.org/Chris_Turner_(Texas), https://votechristurner.com/biography-state-representative-chris-turner/
Jurisdiction: Tarrant (9%)
Junior Ezeonu for State Representative District 101
Jurisdiction: Tarrant (10%)
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Ana-Maria Ramos Incumbent for State Representative District 102
BA in Communication from the UT at Arlington, MA in Business Administration from Texas Women's University, and a law degree from Southern Methodist University. Ramos' career experience includes working as an attorney at her own law firm and an associate professor at El Centro College.
Ramos Law, PLLC
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Attorney and Advocate, Owner
El Centro College
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Adjunct Professor
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Executive Director, West Campus
Jubilee Park and Community Center
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Executive Director
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National Society of Hispanic MBAs
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Westwood College
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St. Philip Catholic School
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Griego Family Medical Center
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YMCA
Source: https://house.texas.gov/members/member-page/?district=102​
​Jurisdiction: Dallas (7%)
Rafael Anchia Incumbent Unopposed District 103
Managing Director Rep. Anchía graduated cum laude from Southern Methodist University (SMU); he continued his studies at Tulane Law School, where he served as Senior Fellow and received his juris doctor. Rep. Anchía is a co-founder and Managing Director in the global investment firm, Civitas Capital Group; he also serves as Of Counsel at the largest law firm in Dallas, Haynes and Boone, where he represents financial institutions and public and private funds. Most recently, Rep. Anchía was appointed to serve on the Texas Privacy Protection Advisory Council. Prior to serving in the Texas House, Rep. Anchía was twice elected to serve as a Trustee for the Dallas Independent School District. From 2011-2015, he served in President Barack Obama's administration as an appointee to the Advisory Committee for Trade Policy and Negotiations, which advises the White House and U.S. Trade Representative on trade and investment agreements. In 2017, Rep. Anchía was elected by his peers as Chairman of the Mexican American Legislative Caucus (MALC), the oldest and largest Latino caucus in the United States. He has dedicated his public service to fighting for civil rights, public education, protecting the environment and improving access to healthcare for women and children.
Source: https://house.texas.gov/members/member-page/?district=103
Jurisdiction: Dallas (7%)
Melanie Medley-Thomas for State Representative District 101
Jurisdiction: Tarrant (10%)
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Jessica Gonzalez Incumbent for State Representative Unopposed District 104
Attorney BA in Criminology and Criminal Justice from UT at Arlington and later attended Western Michigan University-Cooley School of Law, where she held top student leadership positions, clerked at the Voting Rights Section of the Civil Rights Division for the U.S. Department of Justice, and graduated at the top of her class.In 2011, Jessica was selected as the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute Law Graduate Fellow in Washington, D.C. She served as a Legislative Assistant at the U.S. House of Representatives handling an extensive policy portfolio. She was also selected as a White House intern where she worked extensively on immigration-related issues. Jessica’s white paper titled “New State Voting Laws: A Barrier to the Latino Vote?” earned her a Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition for her dedication to address current public policy concerns. Jessica’s commitment to protect the rights of voters led to her service as the Nevada Voter Protection Director for President Obama’s re-election campaign in 2012. Throughout her short time in the Texas House of Representatives she has dedicated her time to reforming our criminal justice system, expanding voting rights, increasing access to affordable housing, and protecting the civil rights of LGBTQ Texans. Today, Jessica practices personal injury at her law firm, Gandara & González, PLLC, located in District 104.
Representative González serves as Vice-Chair of the House Committee on Elections, a member of the House Committee on Insurance, the Vice-Chair of the Texas House LGBTQ Caucus, and the Chair of NHCSL’s Human and Civil Rights Task Force.
Source: https://www.house.texas.gov/members/member-page/?district=104
Jurisdiction: Dallas (6%)
Terry Meza Incumbent for State Representative District 105 Unopposed!
Rep. Terry Meza grew up in Irving, Texas - the heart of District 105. She is a proud graduate of Irving High School and she commuted from Irving for all her higher education pursuits to attend UT Arlington, The University of Dallas, and Texas Wesleyan University School of Law. Rep. Meza started her career as a student teacher at South Grand Prairie High School and taught at every level from elementary school to college. She also worked as a nonprofit director overseeing programs in economic development, small & minority business assistance, neighborhood revitalization, historic preservation, workforce development, and job placement. Before serving in the legislature, Rep. Meza operated her own solo law practice for almost 20 years. In the 2019 legislative session, Rep. Meza served on the Agriculture Committee, Human Services Committee, and Resolution Committee.
She has been recognized with several awards for her work, including:
• The Hunger Leadership Award from Feeding America for her work on the Human Services Committee in the 86th Legislature
• 2019 Community Service Award from the American Muslim Women Physician Association
• 2020 Dr. Mae Jackson Outstanding Democratic Woman Officeholder Award.
Source: https://house.texas.gov/members/member-page/?district=105
Jurisdiction: Dallas (7%)
Joe Mayas for State Representative District 106 ​
Jurisdiction: Denton (21%)
Kymberlee Williams for State Representative District 106
Jurisdiction: Denton (21%)
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District 106 Incumbent
Jurisdiction: Denton (21%)
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Linda Garcia for State Representative District 107 Unopposed
As a Lifelong advocate for entrepreneurial and financial opportunity for communities of color, I am ready to work for the residents of HD107 to ensure everyone is afforded the American dream. …Regardless where you are from everyone deserves a well paying job, access to fully funded education, and healthcare for their family.
Source: https://www.instagram.com/linda4texas/
Jurisdiction: Dallas (7%)
Allison Mitchell for State Representative District 108
Jurisdiction: Dallas (7%)
District 108 Incumbent
Jurisdiction: Dallas (7%)
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Aicha Davis Incumbent for State Representative District 109 Unopposed
is a currant member of the Texas State Board of Education, representing District 13. She assumed office on January 1, 2019. Her current term ends on January 1, 2027. University of Southern Mississippi, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Chemistry.​ Her commitment to education led her to become a sixth-grade teacher in Louisiana, specializing in reading and sciences. Aicha's passion for education propelled her to work with high school students, where she taught advanced sciences and engineering while also serving as the coach for the high school robotics team. In 2011, she relocated to North Texas, continuing her mission to inspire students as a dedicated educator in the Irving and DeSoto school districts. In 2012, she furthered her educational journey by earning a Master's in Education Administration from the University of North Texas. Today, Aicha is actively pursuing a Ph.D. in Education Policy and Administration at the University of North Texas, solidifying her dedication to enhancing educational opportunities and policy for the betterment of our community's children.
Source: https://www.aichafortexas.com/: https://sboe.texas.gov/state-board-of-education/sboe-board-members/sboe-member-district-13
Jurisdiction: Dallas 7%)
Toni Rose Incumbent for State Representative District 110 Unopposed
Consultant Paul Quinn College, Representative Rose has secured hundreds of millions of dollars to fund programs that improve the lives of everyday Texans. Some of her budgetary accomplishments include securing state funding for land acquisition and planning of a new state mental health facility serving Dallas/Fort Worth, state services that reduce the risk of children being removed from their homes, Early Childhood intervention program, as well as fully funding the Texas HIV/AIDS Medication Program (THMP). Representative Rose's other accomplishments include extending Medicaid healthcare benefits for new mothers postpartum from two to six months, allowing Dallas County to transport senior citizens to county-run health centers and wellness events, and designating December 1st as Rosa Parks Day. First Vice-Chair of the Texas House Democratic Caucus, Treasurer of the National Organization of Black Elected Legislative Women (NOBEL Women), her appointment as Chair of the House Democratic Campaign Committee, and her former role as Secretary to the Texas Legislative Black Caucus.Holds membership with the: NAACP Dallas Branch, League of Women Voters of Dallas, Paul Quinn National Alumni Association, Texas Coalition of Black Democrats, United Negro College Fund (UNCF), National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women's Club, and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Source: https://www.house.texas.gov/members/member-page/?district=110
Jurisdiction: Dallas (7%)
Rep.Yvonne Davis Incumbent District 111 Unopposed
BS from University of Houston. She has a tenured position with the Texas House from 1993-2026..
Source: https://house.texas.gov/members/member-page/?district=111
Jurisdiction: Dallas (7%)
Zach Herbert for State Representative District 112
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Jurisdiction: Dallas (7%)
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District 112 Incumbent
Jurisdiction: Dallas (7%)
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Rhetta Andrews Bowers Incumbent for State Representative District 113
BA in telecommunications with an emphasis on Broadcast Journalism. Spelman College and Texas Southern University. She made history as the first African American elected to represent this district. House District 113. Prior broadcast journalist PBS and for WETA-TV 26/Radio 90.9 in the District of Columbia, at KCEN-TV 6 in production, and was later promoted to news producer and educational services coordinator for KERA TV 13/Radio 90.1. She is a former educator, and has volunteered many hours on Garland Independent School District PTA and Band Booster executive boards. Membership at St. Paul United Methodist Church and is a lifetime member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated. She served on the Rowlett Parks and Recreation Advisory Board for 8 years. In addition, Representative Bowers co-founded the Dallas Women's March and has co-chaired the event for the last four years.
Representative Bowers has been honored for her public service by several organizations as the recipient of the following awards: the 2019 Bands of Hope "Trailblazer Award", the Afiya Center's "Legislative AchievementAward", Texas Southern University's "Distinguished Alumna of the Year", Greater North Dallas Business and Professional Women’s Club “Woman of the Year,” and named the Texas Legislative Black Caucus 2019 "Freshman
of the Year.”
Source: https://www.house.texas.gov/members/member-page/?district=113
Jurisdiction: Dallas (7%)
John Bryant Incumbent for State Representative District 114
CEO I represented our area in the Texas House of Representatives for nine years then for fourteen years in the U.S. House of Representatives. After serving, I returned to private business, law, and civic activity here at home. During my service, I was twice named one of the “Ten Best Legislators in Texas” by Texas Monthly, successfully prosecuted impeachment of a corrupt federal judge before the U.S. Senate, and passed the East Texas Wilderness Bill establishing Texas’ only federally protected wilderness. I’m running again because the threat to our democracy now requires everyone to get off the sidelines and join the fight in the way they can be most effective.
Source: https://house.texas.gov/members/member-page/?district=114
Jurisdiction: Dallas (7%)
Cassandra Hernandez Incumbent for State Chair District 115
B.A. in political science with a minor in criminal justice and an M.P.A. in public policy and management from the University of Texas at El Paso. At the time of her 2017 run for office, Hernandez-Brown was the deputy director at Dynamic Workforce Solutions for the nonprofit employment assistance organization Workforce Solutions Borderplex. Her professional experience includes work as the director of policy and programs for education and workforce development at the Greater El Paso Chamber of Commerce and as a legislative aide to then-El Paso City Councilmembers Susie Byrd and Steve Ortega. She has also served as president of the Rosedale Neighborhood Association.[
Source: https://ballotpedia.org/Cassandra_Hernandez
Jurisdiction: Dallas (8%)
Trey Martinez Fischer Incumbent for State Representative District 116
Attorney, He is the first member of his family to receive a college degree, UT at San Antonio. UT School of Law, then receiving an additional graduate degree from Baruch College in New York, where he studied as a National Urban Fellow and received his Master of Public Administration. With three degrees under his belt, Rep. Martinez Fischer began practicing law in San Antonio. Texas monthly named him one of the 10 Best Legislators in the state in 2013, “Friend of Education Award” as well as a “Legislative Star” recognition by the Texas Classroom Teachers Association, named one of Texas’s ’20 Latino Political Rising Stars’ and one of the ’20 Latino Democrats to watch over the next 20 years.' Texas Monthly ‘Bull of the Brazos Award, Chairman of the Mexican American Legislative Caucus.He has received numerous other awards and briefed Obama on Voting Rights.
Source: https://www.house.texas.gov/members/member-page/?district=116
Jurisdiction: Bexar (10%)
Philip Cortez Incumbent for State Representative District 117
Financial Advisor, B.S. in political science and his M.S. in Public Administration UT, San Antonio , Ph.D. in Educational Administration from the UT Austin. Retired US Air Force 20 years. Prior to being a Rep. he surveyed on the San Antonio City Council. Mayor Julian Castro selected him to serve as Chairman of the Audit, Infrastructure and Growth Committees, President of the San Antonio Housing Trust Public Facility Corporation, and the Governance Committee.
Source: https://www.house.texas.gov/members/member-page/?district=117
Jurisdiction: Bexar (10%)
Robert Mihara for State Representative District 117
Jurisdiction: Bexar (10%)
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Kristian Carranza for State Representative District 118
Texas A&M "I started in jobs as a community organizer, worked on campaigns across the country, and managed staff and million-dollar budgets, making it all the way to Washington, D.C., and the White House. From enrolling families in health care under President Obama’s Affordable Care Act to inviting voters from all backgrounds to have a say in shaping their country’s future, I never forgot who and what I was fighting for. I’m running for State Representative for all the families who know the meaning of grit and sacrifice but are losing faith that our political system is serious about tackling the challenges working families like mine face every day."
Source: https://kristianfortexas.com/
Jurisdiction: Bexar (10%)
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Elizabeth Campos Incumbent for State Representative District 119
Chief of Staff Texas Senate for many years. She worked in 17 counties across West Texas spearheading constituent cases, developing community based events, and working with local leaders on policies that worked to better serve their communities. Representative Campos is the first women elected to represent HD 119. She has thirty years experience as a legal administrator at major law firms in San Antonio and previously served in the Texas Legislature as a House Constituent Coordinator, Senate District Director, and Senate Chief of Staff. In her first term, Representative Campos was selected as “Freshman of the Year” by the Texas House Legislative Study Group. She authored important legislation to improve the quality of life for seniors at nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and independent living. Her legislation would require state certification of all institutions that care for persons with Alzheimer’s disease; protect personal funds of residents living in long-term care facilities; and leverage federal funding for independent living programs. Campos also filed legislation to address homelessness and affordable housing in Bexar County. This legislation consisted of housing first initiatives; transitional housing pilot programs; housing mobility investments; and the creation of an affordable housing trust fund to provide incentives for the construction and rehabilitation of affordable housing. In addition to advancing her legislation, she also worked to expand Medicaid, fully fund public schools, and finance local infrastructure projects that generate jobs, create opportunity, and reduce poverty in our community.
Source: https://house.texas.gov/members/member-page/?district=119
Jurisdiction: Bexar (10%)
Ryan Ayala for State Representative District 119
Jurisdiction: Bexar (10%)
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Barbara Gervin-Hawkins Incumbent for State Representative District 120 Unopposed
Educator, BA in Business, a MA in Education, and PhD in Leadership, certifications as a math teacher and as a principal. She is also owner-operator of I.C.E. Construction Services, LLC and currently holds the position of Special Projects Coordinator at the George Gervin Youth Center, Inc.One of the founders of the George Gervin Youth Center, Inc. (since 1991) and George Gervin Academy (since 1994), a public charter that serves approximately 1,000 students throughout the Bexar County area.As the superintendent of the Gervin Academy, Barbara has helped over 1,800 high school dropouts attain their diplomas. As a business owner, she has completed over $50 million dollars in brick and mortar projects, created over 130 quality affordable housing units, and developed a $15 million dollar annual operating budget that provides extensive wrap-around services to assist the most vulnerable populations. she served as a Zoning Commissioner for the City of San Antonio representing District 2; served on numerous boards and commissions including the Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce, Rotary International, Ella Austin Community Center, Casey Family Program for homeless youth and was selected to the San Antonio Women’s Hall of Fame and Whose-Who in San Antonio. member of the House Democratic Caucus, Texas Veterans' Caucus, Women’s Health Caucus, LGBTQ Caucus, Innovation and Technology Caucus, and Texas Legislative Black Caucus where in the 85th legislative session, Barbara was awarded "Freshman of the Year". In addition, she is also a member of the National Conference of State Legislatures and serves on their Redistricting and Elections Standing Committee.
Source: https://house.texas.gov/members/member-page/?district=120
Jurisdiction: Bexar (10%)
Bently Paiz for State Representative District 119
Jurisdiction: Bexar (10%)
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Jordan Brown for State Representative District 119
Jurisdiction: Bexar (10%)
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Zack Dunn for State Representative District 121 ​
Jurisdiction: Bexar (10%)
District 121 Incumbent
Jurisdiction: Bexar (10%)
Shelly Nickels District 122
Jurisdiction: Bexar (10%)
District 122 Incumbent
Jurisdiction: Bexar (10%)
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Diego Bernal Incumbent for State Representative District 123 Unopposed
Attorney Consultant, B.S., M.S. in social work and a J.D. from the University of Michigan. His professional experience includes working as a social worker and as an attorney. As a social worker, he helped young gang members in Detroit transition out of a rough life and into school or the workforce. He continued this work in Harlingen, Texas with Communities in Schools (CIS), working with at-risk youth to improve literacy by founding a student newspaper. a summer in New York City with the NAACP Legal Defense Fund and a year at the Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund (MALDEF) back in San Antonio.MALDEF staff attorney, advocating and litigating on behalf of working people, children, and immigrant communities. He worked for systemic changes to ensure equitable funding for Texas public school and fought against discrimination in schools and the workplace. He also fought to safeguard the integrity of our electoral systems, making sure that every citizen has an equal right to vote.Outside of work, he pursues another passion: music. Diego has released four successful albums and contributed to other local, national and international projects.In June 2011, Diego was elected to the San Antonio City Council representing District 1. He worked alongside Mayor Julian Castro, former Secretary of Housing & Urban Development. Diego wrote and passed the strictest payday loan regulation in the state of Texas. Bernal also passed the Non-Discrimination Ordinance (NDO), ensuring everyone is treated equal and fairly.
Source: https://house.texas.gov/members/member-page/?district=123
Jurisdiction: Bexar (10%)
Josey Garcia Incumbent for State Representative District 124
Executive Non Profit. Josey is a retired U.S. Air Force Combat Veteran who served in Operation Iraqi Freedom. Her husband, Ramon, is a U.S. Army Purple Heart Combat Veteran who served in both Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. Having been stationed at Lackland Air Force base from 2001 until retirement in 2014, Josey has a unique understanding of the District 124's rich military history and veteran specific issues, as well as issues such as mental health that affect our entire community. If elected, she will be the only WOMAN VETERAN in the Texas State House. Josey is a mother to 8, to include adult sons who have Autism. Shes a life-long advocate for families of children with disabilities. Many in our community suffer from various mental health and physical disorders made worse by the stressors of trying to survive and meet family needs. Enduring her own difficulties as a single mother working multiple jobs to make ends meet, Josey mentors other mothers who face similar hardships. She understands the need for modernized legislation that supports families.​
Source: https://house.texas.gov/members/member-page/?district=124
Jurisdiction: Bexar (10%)
Adrian Reyna for State Representative District 125
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Jurisdiction: Bexar (10%)
Carlos Antonio Raymond for State Representative District 125
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Jurisdiction: Bexar (10%)
Donovon Rodriguez for State Representative District 125
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Jurisdiction: Bexar (10%)
Michelle Barrientes Vela for State Representative District 125
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Jurisdiction: Bexar (10%)
Elizabeth Lotteries for State Representative District 126 District 126
Jurisdiction: Harris (4%)
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Stefanie Bord for State Representative District 126
Jurisdiction: Harris (4%)
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Michelle Williams for State Representative District 127
Jurisdiction: Harris (4%)
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District 127 Incumbent
Jurisdiction: Harris (4%)
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Desiree Klaus for State Representative District 128
Jurisdiction: Harris (4%)
Albert Wittliff for State Representative District 129
Jurisdiction: Harris (4%)
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Brett Robinson for State Representative District 130
bachelor's degree from the University of Houston in 2022. As of 2024, Robinson was a graduate student at the University of Houston studying public administration. Robinson has been a field organizer fellow, vice president of UH Democrats, and an undergraduate at-large senator. He has been affiliated with the Cypress-Tomball Democrats, Harris County Young Democrats, and UH Democrats. Brett was motivated to take action when Texans lost their reproductive freedom. His opponent is the author of the controversial Heartbeat Act, which is harming women and doctors alike. Determined to hold his opponent accountable, Brett is shedding light on this extremism and providing his community with an alternative on the ballot.
Source: https://ballotpedia.org/Brett_Robinson_(Texas)
Jurisdiction: Harris (4%)
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Joel Camann for State Representative District 130
Jurisdiction: Harris (5%)
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District 130 Incumbent
Jurisdiction: Harris (5%)
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Crystal Dillard for State Representative District 131
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Jurisdiction: Harris (5%)
Erik Wilson for State Representative District 131
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Jurisdiction: Harris (5%)
Lawrence Allen, Jr. for State Representative District 131
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Jurisdiction: Harris (5%)
Staci Childs for State Representative District 131
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Jurisdiction: Harris (5%)
T.J. Baker for State Representative District 131
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Jurisdiction: Harris (5%)
Sara McGee for State Representative District 132
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Jurisdiction: Harris (5%)
District 132 Incumbent
Jurisdiction: Harris (4%)
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Josh Wallenstein for State Representative District 133
Jurisdiction: Harris (4%)
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Ann Johnson Incumbent for State Representative District 134
Attorney, BA from the UT and her law degree from South Texas College of Law. Johnson's professional experience includes working as a human trafficking prosecutor, a teacher, a small business owner, and an attorney. She has been affiliated with the State Bar of Texas, the Houston LGBTQ Political Caucus, Meyerland Area Democrats Club, Bayou Blue Democrats, and St. Paul's United Methodist Church. Ann has been an adjunct professor of law at South Texas College of Law Houston since 2001. She teaches courses on voir dire and jury communication, trial litigation and criminal defense. She is also an active member of the Texas Children’s Justice Act Task Force.
Sources: https://ballotpedia.org/Ann_Johnson, https://house.texas.gov/members/member-page/?district=134
Jurisdiction: Harris (4%)
Odus E. Evbaghare for State Representative District 135
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Jurisdiction: Harris (4%)
John H. Bucy III Incumbent for State Representative District 136
President, TCSAAL LLC B.A. in History, Small Business owner. John is Chair of the Young Texans Legislative Caucus, Vice Chair of the Innovation & Technology Caucus, and formerly served on the Capital Area Council of Governments (CAPCOG). Under his leadership as the past chair of the Williamson County Democratic Party, the county saw the election of nine Democrats to local office, including the first Democratic County Commissioner in two decades. He also served as the Legislative Liaison for the Texas Democratic County Chairs Association. John was honored by his peers as House Democratic Caucus Freshman of the Year in 2019 and by the Hill Country News as Best Elected Official in 2019 and 2020.A small business owner, John started an organization that serves 200,000 public school students across Texas in athletic, academic, and arts competitions. He grew up in Austin before attending Austin College in Sherman, TX, where he completed his degree in Liberal Arts majoring in history. John is proud to serve on the board of the Special Olympics of Texas and supports the Big Bend Conservancy.
Source: https://bucyfortexas.com
Jurisdiction: Williamson (33%)
Gene Wu Incumbent for State Representative District 137
Attorney, BS Texas A&M University, MA LBJ School for Public Affairs UT Austin. Gene was awarded with a fellowship at the Texas Workforce Commission to improve community college and technical school standards. Wu's professional experience includes working as a felony prosecutor in the Harris County District Attorney's Office in Houston, Texas, where he is a prosecutor in the 315th Juvenile Court of Judge Michael Schneider, Jr. He became Chief Clerk for the House Higher Education Committee for the Texas Legislature. Law Degree from South Texas College of Law. He then joined the Harris County District Attorney’s office as a Felony Prosecutor. Gene is currently the President of the Houston 80-20 Political Action Committee and a Board member for OCA Greater Houston. He has been a mentor and teacher for adults in the Skills for Living program, and regularly tutors at-risk youth at Sharpstown High School. For the past five years, Gene has been a volunteer and trainer for Neighborhood Centers Inc. In that capacity, he conducts monthly workshops where he helps people become United States citizens.Gene currently serves on community advocacy organization boards such as the OCA-Greater Houston Advisory Board, the Chinese Community Center Advisory Board, and the Baker-Ripley Neighborhood Centers Advisory Committee. As an attorney, Gene serves as a Guardian Ad-Litem representing minors in court in either criminal or CPS cases. Additionally, Gene is passionate in supporting young people becoming active in civic roles, and is proud advocate for the AAPI community across Texas and the nation.
Source: http://genefortexas.com
Jurisdiction: Harris (4%)
Tyler Smith for State Representative District 138
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Jurisdiction: Harris (4%)
District 138 Incumbent
Jurisdiction: Harris (4%)
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Charlene Johnson Incumbent for State Representaive District 139
is a member of the Houston Community College Board of Trustees in Texas, representing District II. She assumed office on June 20, 2023. Her current term ends on December 31, 2025. She earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Houston in 1992 and a graduate degree from the University of Arizona Global Campus in 2020. Her career experience includes working as a manager.[1][2]
Ward Johnson has been affiliated with the following organizations:[2]
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Greater Houston Frontiers Club, Inc
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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
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Top Ladies of Distinction-HIC Chapter
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Houston Livestock and Rodeo
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University of Houston Alumni Foundation
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A. Philip Randolph Institute
Source: https://ballotpedia.org/Charlene_Ward_Johnson
Jurisdiction: Harris (4%)
Dominique Payton for State Representative District 138
Jurisdiction: Harris (4%)
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Jerry Ford for State Representative District 138
Jurisdiction: Harris (4%)
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Armando Lucio Walle Incumbent for State Representative District 140
Attorney, Staff for Rep Gene Green, Intern and Liason for the Hispanic Community. Walle has worked on the staff of Representative Gene Green, intern and liaison to the Hispanic Community - Office of Houston City Council Member Carol Mims Galloway, and Assistant to the Associate Director, Center for Mexican-American Studies Program at the University of Houston. Walle sits on the Board of Directors of the Aldine-Greenspoint Young Men's Christian Association, is President of the Ambassadors International Ballet Folklorico, and Chair of the Harris County Tejano Democrats.
Source: https://house.texas.gov/members/member-page/?district=140
Jurisdiction: Harris (4%)
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Ruben A. Salazar for State Representative District 138
Jurisdiction: Harris (4%)
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Senfronia Thompson Incumbent for State Representative District 141
Unopposed
Attorney, Public School Teacher She sits on the Advisory Board of the United Negro College Fund. She has a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Texas Southern University; a Master of Education from Prairie View A&M University; a JD degree from Thurgood Marshall School of Law and a Master of Law in International Law from the University of Houston. She is the last founding member of the Texas Legislative Black Caucus still serving in the Texas Legislature. She is a member of the Texas House Democratic Caucus, the Democratic National Committee, Women in Government, the National Organization of Black Elected Legislative/Women (NOBEL/Women), and the House Farm to Table Caucus.
Source: https://house.texas.gov/members/member-page/?district=141; https://twu.edu/twhf/honorees/the-honorable-senfronia-thompson/
Jurisdiction: Harris (4%)
Danyahel (Danny) Norris for State Representative District 142
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Jurisdiction: Harris (4%)
Harold V. Dutton, Jr. Incumbent for State Representative District 142 ​
Jurisdiction: Harris (4%)
James Joseph for State Representative District 142 ​
Jurisdiction: Harris (4%)
Ana Hernandez Incumbent District 143 Unopposed
Attorney, BS in Political Science and Psychology from the University of Houston. She went on to receive her Doctor of Jurisprudence from the University of Texas School of Law. In addition to representing District 143 in the Texas House of Representatives, she is also a practicing attorney in Houston. In addition to representing District 143 in the Texas House of Representatives, she also practices law at Soto & Hernandez, L.L.P. Ana believes in serving her community and has volunteered and served on the boards of various professional, civic and charitable organizations. She has received numerous awards and honors including the Texas Association of Bilingual Educator’s “Community Advocacy Award” and recognition as a 2014 and 2015 “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers Magazine and a “2014 Distinguished Alumnus” by Sam Rayburn High School. She has also been honored as a champion for women’s health by both Planned Parenthood and the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG). Additionally, Ana has been included in Hispanic Business magazine’s “Most Influential List” and named as one of “20 Latino Democrats to Watch” by the Houston Chronicle.
Source: https://anafortexas.com/meet-ana/; https://house.texas.gov/members/member-page/?district=143
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Emmanuel Guerrero for State Representative District 143 ​
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Mary Ann Perez Incumbent for State Representative District 144
Insurance Agent, BA in Business Administration from University of Houston-Downtown, former Houston Community College Board of Trustees Chair, She went on to build a successful insurance agency. During her first term, she was chosen as Freshman of the Year by the bipartisan Legislative Study Group. She is serving her 4th term. Source for her record.
Source:https://house.texas.gov/members/member-page/?district=144
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Michael Montemayor for State Representative District 144 ​
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Christina Morales Incumbent for State Representative District 145
CEO of The Morales Funeral Home, Commissioner, City of Houston Planning Commission, Buffalo Bayou Partnership, Board Member; Center for Mexican American Studies at UH, Advisory Board Member; Denver Harbor Seniors, Board Member, East End Foundation, Board Member; HCC Foundation, Board Member and Secretary since Jan. 2018; HISD Foundation, Board Member; Mayor’s Hispanic Advisory Board; Memorial Hermann Children’s Hospital Committee, Member
Source: https://house.texas.gov/members/member-page/?district=145
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Lauren Ashley Simmons Incumbent for State Representative District 146
is running to reclaim a seat at the table for all of us. She is a mom and a union organizer who has spent her entire adult life fighting for the people who Greg Abbott is attacking every day. Lauren currently organizes Black low-income women and Black migrant women to get fair wages and benefits, improved working conditions, and better job security. She has been an organizer and fierce advocate for Texas state employees and Houston teachers. She is a proud CWA member and shop steward.
Source: https://www.laurenashleysimmons.com/
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Jolanda Jones Incumbent for State Representative District 147
Attorney, Highly Opinionated, Activist, Author, Speaker, Lawyer, Athlete, Scholar, IG:@JolandaJones, TW:@JonesJolanda. She graduated magna cum laude with a degree in political science from the University of Houston and later received her J.D. from the University of Houston Law Center. Jones served as a member of the Houston City Council from 2008 to 2011. She qualified for the U.S. Olympic Trials in 1984, 1988 and 1996, continuing to foster a love of athletics she had begun in high school. Her professional experience includes working as an attorney in the Houston area.
Source: https://house.texas.gov/members/member-page/?district=147
Jurisdiction: Harris (4%)
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Penny Morales Shaw Incumbent for State Representative District 148
Attorney, She is a member of the House Innovation & Technology Caucus, House LGBTQ Caucus, Legislative Study Group, Mexican-American Legislative Caucus (MALC), Texas Legislative Ports Caucus, Texas Women’s Health Caucus, and the House Caucus on Climate, Environment, and the Energy Industry. enny served as the Deputy Chief for Harris County Commissioner, Precinct 2, overseeing policy and legislative affairs. She is a business owner plus had a multistate law practice. She was widowed right after graduating for law school and raised her for children while working as a lawyer.
Source: https://house.texas.gov/members/member-page/?district=148
Jurisdiction: Harris (4%)
Darlene Breaux for State Representative District 149
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Dave Romero for State Representative District 149
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District 149 Rep.Hubert Vo (IN)
University of Houston, earning a degree in Mechanical Engineering; and went on to become a successful small business owner, real estate developer and entrepreneur. Speaking Spanish, Vietnamese, French, and English. Vo has worked many positions, including assembler and quality assurance specialist, busboy, convenience store clerk, cook, data technician, goldsmith, machinist, steel worker, and waiter. He is a member of the Alief Super Neighborhood Council, Alief Young Mens Club of America Board, Houston Apartment Association, Houston Association of Builders, Houston Association of Realtors, and Vietnamese Chamber of Commerce.
Source: https://house.texas.gov/members/member-page/?district=149
Jurisdiction: Harris (4%)
Mink Jawandor for State Representative District 149
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A'yonna Kellum for State Representative District 150
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R.L.Beatty for State Representative District 150
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District 150 Incumbent
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