TEXAS MIDTERM 2026
WHY THIS RACE MATTERS
Your State Representative is one of 150 people who write Texas law, and yours is elected to represent your area of Hays County.
WHO’S RUNNING
Gene Wu
Democrat
Gene Wu is the Democratic Leader of the Texas House, elected by his caucus in 2024, and has represented southwest Houston's District 137 since 2013.
Helen Zhou
Republican
Helen Zhou is a CPA and real estate investor who won the March 2026 Republican primary for District 137 with about 69% of the vote.
WHERE & WHEN TO VOTE
Early voting Oct 19–30 · Election Day Tue, Nov 3