About this office
Your State Representative is one of 150 people who write Texas law, and yours is elected to represent your area of Hays County. Every two years they decide how much money your kids' school gets, whether your property tax bill goes up or down, and whether Texas takes federal money for health care or turns it away. Big decisions, made by a small group — and one seat is yours to fill.
Candidates
Erin GamezElected in a March 2022 special election, Erin Gamez became the first woman ever to represent House District 38 (Brownsville/Cameron County).
About Erin
She's a practicing attorney who also serves as the mental health diversion court attorney for Cameron County.
Laura CisnerosDr. Laura Cisneros previously ran as a Republican for the U.S. House in Congressional District 34 in 2022 and 2024 before entering the 2026 race for Texas House District 38.
About Laura
She is based in Brownsville, Texas, and goes by "Dr. Laura Cisneros" in her campaign materials, though her specific professional field wasn't confirmed in this search.