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
Leilani Barnett
Democrat
Barnett is a native of the district (family roots going back to her great-great grandparents) who has taught for more than 30 years while completing a PhD in Education.
James Frank
Republican
Frank has represented HD 69 (Wichita Falls and surrounding rural counties) since 2012 and chaired the House Human Services Committee from 2019 to 2024, focusing on child welfare and foster care reform.
WHERE & WHEN TO VOTE
Early voting Oct 19–30 · Election Day Tue, Nov 3