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
Hector Garza
Democrat
For years he led the Smith County Democratic Party as its chairman before stepping down in November 2025 to run for the seat himself.
Cole Hefner
Republican
He's held the District 5 seat since 2017, and Trump personally sent him a letter thanking him for his vote and giving him a "Complete and Total Endorsement."
WHERE & WHEN TO VOTE
Early voting Oct 19–30 · Election Day Tue, Nov 3