The retired Navy SEAL who grew up in Katy is seeking his third term in Congress. Certified public accountant and business owner Stephenson has held this seat for almost a decade. Incumbent board member Will Hickman faces one Republican primary challenger in this competitive district that spreads through northern Harris County into the southern half of Montgomery County. McKinzie is a teacher with Houston ISD who has coached and administered youth baseball at various levels in the community. Branch previously served as commissioner of the Port of Houston. McDonald is a Houston-area realtor who supports term limits for elected state officials. Abbott's desk, 12 Hidalgo challengers among dozens who file for Harris County races, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo files for re-election bid, Group calls for Brown to resign as controller over land deal, Shredding event reflects Harris County Precinct 2 partnership with Friendswood, Harris County Democrats approve new precinct boundaries, aimed at expanding their power. Republican Phil Stephenson has represented this red west-of-Houston district since 2013. At least 18,000 Texas mail-in votes were rejected in the first election under new GOP voting rules. Greg Abbott in October 2021, this is Huddle's first time before Texas voters. This Fifth District Court of Appeals judge elected in a blue wave in 2018 is the only Black jurist on any of the state appellate courts and is now seeking to join the state's highest civil court. Abbott launched into full campaign mode as Beto O'Rourke mulled running, Greg Abbott and Beto ORourke fire away at each other, Abbotts GOP rivals Allen West and Don Huffines crisscross Texas as voting begins, Patrick boosts 5 Texas Senate candidates in unprecedented bid to extend his reach, Trump reveals Lt. Gov. A retired Spring Branch Schools Superintendent from Jersey Village. NEW: HARRIS COUNTY HAS NEW VOTING MACHINES. A political newcomer from Houston running for office for the first time. Christian is a former state legislator elected to the commission in 2016. Jones is a former chair of the San Jacinto County Democratic Party who lists flood mitigation and expanding internet access in rural areas among her priority issues. Step 2: Take the printed copy of your ballot to the Verity Scan machine to record your ballot and cast your vote. In the special election in 2019 for northeast Houston's District 148, McConnico garnered about 10 percent of the vote and came in fourth, missing the runoff. The three-member Texas Railroad Commission regulates the state's oil and gas industry. Republican Gary Gates is vying for a second term in this suburban Houston district that voted narrowly for Trump in 2020 but has since been redrawn, giving the GOP a more sizable advantage. Resolutions passed by Executive Committee. Republican incumbents bring more experience and their own diverse backgrounds. Gerald W. (Jerry) Jones. Harris County Republican Voting Center Check voter status Register to vote Request mail ballot Find precinct chair Find polling place Report Election Fraud become an election worker Upcoming Election Information Early Voting Begins Monday, October 24, 2022 Early Voting Ends Friday, November 4, 2022 Election Day Tuesday, November 8, 2022 Its not just his balanced experience as a prosecutor and a public defender that makes Danilo Danny Lacayo a respected criminal court judge. Editorial: Josh Hill for the 232nd Criminal District Court. Hidalgo is the incumbent, seeking her second term after barely winning in 2018 in an upset over longtime Republican county judge Ed Emmett, Davis is a former chief of staff in the Precinct 1 Constable's Office, Mealer is a West Point graduate and former Army captaini, Dixon is the Humble ISD school board president, Kubosh is the brother of Houston Councilman Michael Kubosh. Montgomery is a Porter resident who says he is self-employed, plans to fund his own campaign and supports term limits for members of Congress. He has talked about defending individual freedoms and defeating the "liberal elite.". State Sen. Larry Taylor will not seek re-election after nearly 20 years in the Legislature, Ike Dike' funding bill nears approval in Texas Legislature, Re-election stimulus': Texas GOP tax relief proposals use billions in Biden COVID aid, Meet the candidates for Texas House District 26, Texas House proposes new political map crafted to protect GOP majority, U.S. Rep. Al Green, state Rep. Ron Reynolds arrested during D.C. voting rights protest, State Rep. Ron Reynolds discusses energy developments in Texas Legislature, State Rep. Gary Gates facing backlash after taking private jet to Florida amid outages, Massive I-45 Houston project heads back to public comment phase during pause, Pasadena ISD facilities named after long-time board members, Waller Co. leaders pledge transparency after landfill verdict, Secret recording caught GOP Speaker targeting fellow Republicans. Lee is an attorney, according to his campaign filing. The El Paso native hopes to make the case to voters that she deserves a full six-year term. A rematch from the 2020 election is set between Republican Lily Truoung of the Alief ISD board and Democratic Rep. Hubert Vo, who won their last race in 2020 by about 10,000 votes or nearly 20 percentage points. Attorney of 16 years who has specialized in appellate law for the past six years. Can I still vote? Rep. Walle has represented deep-blue House District 140 in north Houston since 2009, after knocking off the incumbent Democrat. Jay Kleberg is focused on the core mission of the General Land Office disaster relief, school funding, veterans and public lands not the divisive distractions raised by Sen. Klein ISD Position 6: Kristin Cobb Klein ISD Position 7: Jack Velasquez What should I do to avoid problems with my ID on my mail ballot application? Houston Rep. Senfronia Thompson is Democrats' breakout star in D.C. Texas is first state to make buying sex a felony, Democratic clones and Republican clones': Rep. Dutton doesn't mind getting slammed by his own party, Forced into runoff, Rep. Harold Dutton investigates opponent he says may not exist, Rep. Dutton battles to extend career in primary defined by Houston ISD takeover clash, In Senate District 6 race, leading contenders agree on policy, differ in legislative approach, Watchdog calls for stronger safeguards of industrial storage tanks, Texas lawmakers call on state to move toward canceling next years STAAR tests, After 30 years, Rep. Coleman retires for health reasons, Texas Supreme Court clears way for civil arrests of AWOL Democrats, Swanson faces familiar foe in suburban Houston district, Bill targeting transgender student athletes headed to Gov. A bilingual telecommunications professional who has promised to give a 10 percent cost-of-living wage increase for all public school faculty and staff over the next four years, if elected. The lumber-receiving clerk does not have a campaign website, but his campaign Facebook page depicts him wearing a "TEXIT" shirt supporting the state's secession. Learn More Our Party Get Involved Upcoming Events $10 $50 $250 $25 $100 other amount Donate today! Texas 2022 Elections Republican incumbents hold big leads in statewide March primary races, UT poll says Democratic District Clerk Marilyn Burgess faces one primary challenger, Desiree Broadnax. She's facing challengers from within her own party, and a crowded GOP field. In 2018, she and El Paso Rep. Veronica Escobar were the first Texas Latinas to win seats in Congress. The law school student originally from Uganda has made his Christian faith a core part of his campaign message, and vows to defend the U.S. against socialism and Marxism. Harless, who co-owns an auto dealership with his wife, Patricia, serves on the Homeland Security, Public Safety and State Affairs committees. Unlike many of his fellow Republicans in the legislature, he thinks the state should expand Medicaid. Put both a drivers' license number and the last four of your Social Security number, if you have them, on your application to ensure the county has at least one on file that matches. This case was filed in Harris County District Courthouse, Harris County District Courthouse located in Harris, Texas. He currently serves as the vice president of the Pride Community Center, an LGBTQ advocacy group. Deer Park Republican Rep. Briscoe Cain has drawn one Democratic challenger, Charles "Chuck" Crews of Baytown, in his campaign for another term representing this solidly red eastern Harris County district. Download a printable ballot application. Kleberg is a conservationist whose family owns the massive King Ranch property in south Texas. An attorney by trade, Hernandez serves on the influential House calendars and state affairs committees. The Texas Supreme Court is the highest state appeals court for. Rep. Wu, first elected in 2012, is unopposed as he seeks re-election. He's looking to make his new job official by getting elected for his first full term. Endorsements From Conservative Republicans of Texas and Harris County. Additional local ballot measures may also be included. Appointed by Gov. United Republicans of Harris County is a Political Action Committee (PAC) that was formed in 1992 to aid the local party in its organizing efforts. He is campaigning against abortion, cancel culture and over-taxation. Incumbent Joan Huffman has no opposition in the GOP primary. A retired Army veteran, Leon is says U.S. House District 9 needs younger representation as he campaigns on congressional term limits, energy independence, border security, and purging voter rolls. She is a member of the Bexar County Child Welfare Board. A New Orleans native who is a media company owner and communications consultant. Republicans hold all nine seats in the Texas Supreme Court, the state's highest civil court. Spiers is a Houston attorney and former heart surgeon who first ran for public office in 2018, when he failed to reach the runoff in the Republican primary for Texas' 2nd Congressional District. HCRP declined to endorse in these races, but encourages Republicans to campaign to turn out conservative voters in all those districts to help to bring needed conservative reform to Houston's ailing school systems. Democrat Crews is lone challenger to incumbent Rep. Cain in 2022; he did not respond to an interview request and doesn't have a campaign website. Wolfe is a trustee on the Harris County Department of Education Boad, where he faced sexual harassment allegations and was censured by the other members of the board. She is also calling for better technology and a more user-friendly system for the clerk's office. Poll Watcher's Guide (PDF) Public Information Request (PDF) Election Forms Creighton, viewed as one of the most conservative senators in the chamber, has authored bills in recent sessions that would have made it harder for cities and counties to relocate Confederate monuments and banned local governments from enacting paid sick leave ordinances. May, founder and president of an oil and gas exploration company, is running to improve Texas schools and promote school choice. Medicaid makes parents choose treatment or hospice for sick kids. Alma Allen has represented this bright-blue south Houston district for over a decade. Welch is an Army veteran with experience in the oil and gas industry. That's why 68 Republican judicial candidates have stepped up to run for office this November. Each party will choose its candidate for seven statewide seats governor, lieutenant governor, attorney . He will face the GOP nominee in November. Houston is president of the Aldine ISD chapter of the American Federation of Teachers and has received the support of the Texas AFL-CIO and Annie's List, a group that supports progressive women running for office in Texas. Troy Nehls, a Republican and former sheriff of Fort Bend County, was elected to Congress in 2020, Texas Republicans shored up his district by dramatically reshaping it. She previously ran unsuccessfully for the District 130 seat in 2016. The incumbent, Democratic Rep. Christina Morales, and one Republican filed to run in this solidly blue district that cuts southeast through the heart of Houston. Gilani, of Sugar Land, is a realtor who worked as an election judge in 2020 and 2021. Incumbent Rep. Shawn Nicole Thierry is the lone candidate running for this overhelmingly Democratic seat in south Houston. Johnson is a former educator who says she is running to "fully support Texas public schools" and prevent students from becoming "a political football for extremists.". Dudding is a public accountant who previously ran for a Texas House seat in 2020. Rep. Schofield will defend his seat after having just won it back from a Democrat in 2020, but this time, the district is even more Republican-leaning. They include attorney Vidal Martinez, former Army Capt. Ronald Reagan's 11th Commandment February 10, 2023. Gov. Westley is a pastor and the historian for the Texas Republican Party. He has faced scrutiny from the Texas Rangers on several occasions for allegedly mixing his personal and political interests. Every so often, the political stars align in such a way that voters are actually given two stellar candidates to choose from in the general election. Moran has served as Smith County judge since 2016 and is running with the backing of some big Texas GOP names, including state Sen. Bryan Hughes. TEA Party Candidates endorsed or supported by TEAParty911.com are principled conservative constitutionalists dedicated to preserving liberty. His district became even more blue during redistricting. Kilgore businessman is running as an "outsider" who isn't part of the "Smith County political bubble.". GOP state Rep. Jacey Jetton narrowly won this seat in 2020, even though residents elected Democratic President Joe Biden by about 3 percentage points. Chronicle Editorial Board recommends Alexandra Mealer for judge. Dorris is a lifelong Houston resident and architect. A veteran in the information technology industry, Williams touts her experience in budget oversight and policy-making as a trustee in Alief ISD. She currently chairs the Senate Committee on Health and Human Services. Lawmakers urge Bush to reconsider denial of flood aid to Houston, Harris County: Remember ERCOTs confusing winter storm tweets? Miles, who previously served in the Texas House, has faced health issues in recent years, receiving a kidney transplant in 2019. A prosecutor and former judge who has been in the Texas Senate since 2008, Huffman has no opposition in the Republican Primary. A substitute teacher, Marvel is running her first election campaign seeking an upset over three-term incumbent Rep. Paul. Bell is eying a sixth term for this decidedly red district, which tracks northwest of Houston. Two Republicans are vying to replace Dan Huberty, who retired after representing this northeast Harris County district for a decade. The State Commission on Judicial Conduct began reviewing in 2020 allegations that he improperly favored certain private defense attorneys over the county's Public Defender's Office. He has been a leading abortion rights opponent and most recently pushed to roll back some transparency measures around the state's large corporate tax break program, Chapter 313. Incumbent Will Metcalf, a Republican, is running unopposed in this red East Texas district north of Houston. He was a surprise pick of Republican Speaker Dade Phelan last year to chair the House Education Committee. He has represented the district since 2015. Greg Abbott in November, seeks a six-year term. The Dallas native is a pastor who says he was motivated to run to stop draconian measures enacted during the pandemic. The former Harris County criminal court judge who was voted out in a 2018 Democratic sweep was appointed to the court in 2020. Mallet-Fontenot is a teacher in Houston ISD, where she ran for school board in 2013. Thompson is running unopposed in this district south of Houston that has been newly fortified through redistricting in the GOP's favor. Democrats redrew his precinct to his likely political advantage. The latest addition to the state's highest civil court, appointed by Gov. Houston was a train wreck for Democrats in 2020. It's critical that we elect experienced and qualified judges to restore law and order and make public safety the top priority in Harris County lives quite literally depend on it. After all, how many Democratic judicial candidates can say Editorial: Walker and McClure for Court of Criminal Appeals. ", Avila is a former Immigation and Customs Enforcement agent who in 2020 published a book about his encounter with a Mexican drug cartel that left his partner dead. Incumbent: Yes. (Section 172.022, Texas Election Code).