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
Lawrence BrandyburgA retired 27-year Lone Star College administrator who served as an Army infantry officer in Operation Desert Storm, earning a Bronze Star.
About Lawrence
He is challenging for a rural/exurban Houston-area district, running on public education funding and lowering everyday costs for families.
Dennis GeesamanA retired U.S. Air Force fighter pilot with over 20 years of service, known locally as "Goose," who later served on city council and as mayor of Flatonia.
About Dennis
He unseated incumbent Stan Kitzman in the March 2026 Republican primary, winning about 57% of the vote.