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
Jacky Hernandez
Democrat
Hernandez is a bricklayer and small business owner from Beaumont who worked as a legislative intern for a state representative in Austin before running for office.
Ray Callas
Republican
Callas is a Beaumont anesthesiologist and Desert Storm Navy veteran who served as president of the Texas Medical Association during the 2025 legislative session.
WHERE & WHEN TO VOTE
Early voting Oct 19–30 · Election Day Tue, Nov 3