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About the Texas State Senate
The Texas State Legislature consists of an upper chamber which is the Senate the lower chamber the Texas House of Representatives, which together form the legislative branch of the Texas State government. It works alongside the governor of Texas to create laws and establish a state budget. It’s Legislative authority and responsibilities of the Senate include passing bills on public policy matters, setting levels for state spending, raising and lowering taxes, and voting to uphold or override gubernatorial vetoes.
Members of the Texas State Senate serve four-year terms and are not subject to term limits. One-half of the Senate membership is elected every two years in even-numbered years, with the exception that all 31 Senate seats are up for election for the first legislature following the decennial census in order to reflect the newly redrawn districts. After the initial election, the Senate is divided by lot into two classes, with one class having a re-election after two years and the other having a re-election after four years. Texas legislators assume office at the beginning of the legislative session (January).
Qualifications
A U.S. Citizen, 26 years old before the general election, A five-year resident of Texas before the general election, A district resident for 1 year prior to the general election
Salaries
7,200 a year, $221 per day, set by the ethics commission
Pension
Average pension is $17,526 per year. It can go up to $125,000 depending on years of service.
Official Website: https://senate.texas.gov/
Current Members
https://senate.texas.gov/members.php Source:https://ballotpedia.org/Texas_State_Senate
Texas Senate Members by District
Laticia Ambroz for Texas Senate District 1
Growing up, my mother taught me a simple but powerful lesson: always leave things better than you found them. That principle has guided me throughout my life, in my family, my career, and now in my decision to run for public office. I look at the existing condition of our Texas government, and I know in my heart that I cannot leave this to my grandchildren, or to yours, without doing everything I can to make it better. We’ve come too far to be taking steps backwards. It’s time to restore common sense, integrity, and forward-thinking leadership to Austin. I’m running to ensure that the future of Texas is one we can all be proud of, a future built on strong values, opportunity, and a government that truly serves its people.
Jurisdiction: Bowie (100%), Camp (100%), Cass (100%), Delta (100%), Fannin (100%), Franklin (100%), Gregg (100%), Harrison (100%), Hopkins (100%), Lamar (100%), Marion (100%), Morris (100%), Panola (100%), Red River (100%), Rusk (100%), Smith (100%,) Titus (100%), Upshur (100%), and Wood (100%)
District 1 Incumbent
Jurisdiction: Bowie (100%), Camp (100%), Cass (100%), Delta (100%), Fannin (100%), Franklin (100%), Gregg (100%), Harrison (100%), Hopkins (100%), Lamar (100%), Marion (100%), Morris (100%), Panola (100%), Red River (100%), Rusk (100%), Smith (100%,) Titus (100%), Upshur (100%), and Wood (100%)
Keenen Colbert for Texas Senate, District 2
Education: Bachelor of Science in Electronic Media and Mass Communications from Texas State University.
Profession Marine Corps veteran--Keenen served more than eight years in the United States Marine Corps, rising through the ranks to achieve both Non-Commissioned Officer and Commissioned Officer status — an uncommon distinction that reflects the leadership and trust he earned from those he served alongside. His military honors include the National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Sea Service Deployment Medal, and the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal. Now running for Texas Senate District 2, Keenen is focused on strengthening public education, expanding access to affordable healthcare, and lowering the cost of living for Texas families. He believes leadership should be active, accountable, and results-driven — and is committed to serving Texans with the same honor, courage, and commitment that guided his service in the Marine Corps.
Jurisdiction: Collin (9%), Dallas (16%), Ellis (40%), Kaufman (100%), Navarro (100%), Rockwall (100%), and Van Zandt (100%)
District 2 Incumbent
Jurisdiction: Collin (9%), Dallas (16%), Ellis (40%), Kaufman (100%), Navarro (100%), Rockwall (100%), and Van Zandt (100%)
Bobby Tillman for Texas Senate, District 3
Education: On the Job
Profession: Bobby Tillman is a 5th generation Texan and has spent over 40 years in the commercial flooring industry and the last 15 raising beef cattle in East Texas. Tillman’s platform highlights economic fairness, strengthening rural medical care, expanding volunteer fire and EMS funding, protecting property rights, supporting veterans and revitalizing small-town economies across the district.
Jurisdiction: Anderson (100%), Angelina (100%), Cherokee (100%), Hardin (100%), Henderson (100%), Houston (100%),, Jasper (100%), Jefferson (76%), Liberty (100%), Nacogdoches (100%), Newton (100%), Orange (100%), Polk (100%), Sabine (100%), San Augustine (100%), Shelby (100%), Trinity (100%), and Tyler (100%)
Ron C. Angeletti for Texas Senate, District 4
Education:
Profession: By way of background, I am an educator and community advocate who has spent years working with students, families, and local organizations. My professional experience has centered on strengthening public education & supporting students with disabilities. 25+Years of Service, 2,000+Families
Served, 20+School Districts supported, 100+workshops facilitated. I am running for Texas State Senate because leadership should be grounded in faith, family, responsibility, and results—not party extremes or political theater.
Jurisdiction: Chambers (100%), Galveston (1%,) Harris (7%), Jefferson (24%), and Montgomery (83%)
Paul Thomasson for Texas Senate, District 5
Education
To become a United Methodist pastor, Paul underwent rigorous evaluations of his character, intellect, and abilities. His educational journey includes:
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Diploma from Texas City High School (1977).
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Bachelor of Arts Degree from Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas (1980), completed in just three years by testing out of subjects and taking a heavy course load.
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Master of Theology Degree from Perkins School of Theology at SMU (1984).
Work
He began his full-time ministry in June 1984 at Oakwood United Methodist Church in North Houston.
The Foundation of Faith:40 ½ Years in Ministry
Paul, alongside his wife Dyane, dedicated 40 ½ years of full-time service in the United Methodist Church. That denomination is guided by the ‘Social Gospel,’ the core Methodist belief that God is served when we serve humanity. This conviction has led the church to establish a vast network of life-changing institutions, including:
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Hospitals and clinics
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Colleges and universities
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Day schools and nursing homes
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And considerably more
Paul sees himself as a small, proud part of this large institution, which he believes was created by God to serve others.
Jurisdiction: Bastrop (100%), Brazos (100%), Freestone (100%), Leon (100%), Limestone (100%), Madison (100%), Milam (100%), Robertson (100%), San Jacinto (100%), Walker (100%), and Williamson (63%)
District 5 Incumbent
Jurisdiction: Bastrop (100%), Brazos (100%), Freestone (100%), Leon (100%), Limestone (100%), Madison (100%), Milam (100%), Robertson (100%), San Jacinto (100%), Walker (100%), and Williamson (63%)
Carol Alvarado Incumbent, District 6
Consultant, BA degree in Political Science from the University of Houston, Master of Business Administration. In 2008, she was elected to the Texas House of Representatives and served 5 terms representing District 145. She served as Chair of the Urban Affairs Committee and Co-Chair of the Select Committee on Transparency in State Agency Operations. Carol’s primary legislative focus has been on economic development, public health and public education. She has championed legislation aimed at strengthening our state’s workforce, regulating the use of e-cigarettes for children, and criminal justice reform. Carol is an advocate for women’s health and reproductive rights and has passed legislation to assist victims of sexual abuse. As a member of the Houston City Council from 2002-2008, Carol led the effort to make restaurants smoke free, stopped the shipping of more hazardous chemicals through our neighborhoods, and had air quality monitors installed in neighborhoods near chemical plants. Source: https://senate.texas.gov/member.php?d=6
Jurisdiction: Harris (20%)
District 7 Incumbent
Jurisdiction: Harris (19%), and Montgomery (11%)
District 8 Incumbent
Jurisdiction: Collin (80%), Hunt (100%), and Rains (100%)
Taylor Rehmet for Texas Senate District 9
Education:
Profession: Taylor Rehmet is a union president, veteran, and working-class Texan running for State Senate to fight for public schools, affordable housing, and real results for everyday people. From a young age, he learned the value of hard work, helping out as a plumber’s assistant and working at a horse ranch before joining the U.S. Air Force. After his service, Taylor returned home, picked up a wrench, and went to work as a machinist using the skills he obtained during his time in the military. His passion for fairness and dignity on the job led him to union organizing, where he was elected president of both his local and state chapters of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers. He’s spent his career fighting for better pay, safer workplaces, and a seat at the table for working Texans. Taylor isn’t a career politician—he’s a leader who listens, shows up, and gets things done.
Jurisdiction: Tarrant (46%)
District 10 Incumbent
Jurisdiction: Brown (100%), Callahan (100%), Johnson (100%), Palo Pinto (100%), Parker (42%), Shackelford (100%), Stephens (100%), and Tarrant (29%)
Shannon Dicely for Texas Senate, District 11
Education: Undergrad from Sam Houston University, plus Political Science
Profession: Breast cancer surviver now wanting to help people in her community.
In 2020, as everyone was trying to make sense of the pandemic, Shannon got the devastating and surprising news that she had breast cancer. The next year and half was spent in aggressive treatment relying on the kindness of healthcare workers as she faced all her appointments alone during lockdown. After battling breast cancer, she had a new lease on life and decided that she wanted to mirror that same compassion she received during her treatment and help people in her community.
Shannon’s passion for voter rights led her back to school to study political science at Sam Houston State University nearly two decades after completing her undergrad. Gaining a deeper understanding of how important local government is while also advocating for public schools in local elections helped her decide to take her commitment to opportunity and equity and head to Austin. Shannon believes that government should make life more affordable, strengthen public education, and ensure access to quality healthcare--while respecting personal freedom and delivering accountable leadership.
Jurisdiction: Brazoria (68%), Galveston (99%), and Harris (7%)
District 12 Incumbent
Jurisdiction: Dallas (13%), Denton (49%), Tarrant (5%), and Wise (100%)
Boris L. Miles Incumbent for Texas Senate, District 13
Occupation: Insurance and Real Estate Developer
Education: BS, Sam Houston State University
Legislative Experience: House Member, 2007 - 2017; Senate Member: 2017 - present
Hometown: Houston
Committee Membership
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Criminal Justice
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Health and Human Services
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Nominations
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Transportation
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Congressional Redistricting, Special
A lifelong resident of Houston, Senator Borris L. Miles was elected to the Texas Senate in 2016 after serving four terms in the Texas House. Miles is a successful businessman and developer, owning one of the largest insurance agencies in Texas. A fighter for the people, Senator Miles’ legislative milestones include securing over $8 billion in federal funding to provide primary healthcare services to low-income Texans, passing legislation to give second chances to individuals by making it easier to seal their juvenile records, securing $44 million to create the Miles Ahead Scholars program to help underserved minority male youth the opportunity to go to college, creating economic development opportunity districts and strengthening the laws on group homes, protecting the most vulnerable like our seniors and people with disabilities who depend on these facilities. For his work, Miles has received recognitions, including being named “Legislator of the Year” by the National Black Caucus of State Legislators, "Star of the Legislative Session" by the Texas Classroom Teachers Association, "Champion of Women's Health" by Planned Parenthood, "Most Valuable Legislator" by the Texas Association of Community Schools, and "Policy Leader Award" by the Texas Association of City & County Health Officials. He has also received A+ ratings with Equality Texas and the Sierra Club. Senator Miles' active involvement in his community is a testament to his commitment and servant leadership. Miles conceived the Hip Hop 4 HIV concert series, which was adopted by the CDC, and has given his time to organizations like the Urban League and the Houston Sickle Cell Association. Through his non-profit, the TexStars Foundation, he has awarded more than 200 scholarships to pay for the college education of African-American men and has been hosting an annual Turkey Giveaway for over 15 years, providing much-needed support to communities in need.
Source: https://senate.texas.gov/member.php; https://ballotpedia.org/Borris_Miles
Jurisdiction: Fort Bend (24%) and Harris (16%)
District 14 Sarah Eckhardt (IN) Texas Senator running for Comptroller of Public Accounts Currently Texas Senator for District 14. Attorney, B.F.A. from New York University, LBJ School Master of Public Affairs, going on to receive her J.D. from the University of Texas at Austin. Previously served two terms as Travis County Judge, where she represented 1.3 million county residents. Senator Eckhardt worked for eight years as an Assistant Travis County Attorney. She also served for eight years as a prosecutor with the Travis County District Attorney's Office. Sarah has a long list of pubic service organizations she is serving on.
Jurisdiction: Travis (74%)
District 15 Molly Cook Incumbent Emergency room nurse with a Masters in Public Health, and a community organizer. I’ve been at the bedside taking care of patients, organizing for better transportation infrastructure, co-leading the Yes on Prop B Fair for Houston Campaign, meeting with neighbors across our district, and traveling to the Capitol to fight for our shared Democratic values. In Austin, I worked within the party and across the aisle with legislators, their staff, and countless organizations to lobby for and even write legislation. At home, I created shared resources and presented throughout the district to help SD 15 residents access the Texas Legislature. I helped neighbors get to and from the Capitol, navigate the process, and–for some–give their first ever public comments.
Source: https://www.mollyfortexas.com/about-molly-cook
Jurisdiction: Harris (20%)
District 17 up for re-election 2024
Jurisdiction: Brazoria, Colorado, Ft. Bend, Harris, Jackson, Matagoda, Waller, and Wharton
Erica Gillum for Texas Senate, District 18
Education: Prairie View A&M University--Political Science and Government
Source: http://www.gillumfortexas.com, https://www.linkedin.com/in/erica-gillum-b11147291/
Jurisdiction: Aransas (100%) Austin (100%) Burleson (100%) Calhoun (100%) DeWitt (100%) Fayette (100%) Fort Bend (45%) Goliad (100%) Gonzales (100%) 19,653 Grimes (100%) Harris (3%) Lavaca (100%) Lee (100%) Montgomery (6%) Refugio (100%) Victoria (100%) Waller (73%) 41,570 Washington (100%)
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Juan Hinojosa Incumbent for State Senate, District 20 up for re-election 2026 Attorney, House of Representatives 1981-1990, Senator 2002-present. B-U of Texas Pan American, J.D. from Georgetown University. In High School he was the football team's quarterback, and after graduation he volunteered to serve in the U.S. Marine Corps in Vietnam. After service he earned a bachelor's degree in political science from the University of Texas-Pan American, where he graduated with honors, and a law degree from Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. After returning to South Texas, Hinojosa served as staff attorney for the Legal Aid Society of Nueces County and later as an Assistant Attorney General for the Texas Attorney General. Since 1980, Hinojosa has operated a private practice in Hidalgo County representing clients in both civil and criminal matters.
Jurisdiction: Brooks (100%), Hidalgo (68%), Jim Wells (100%), and Nueces (81%)
Judith Zaffirini Incumbent for State Senate, District 21 up for re-election 2026 Zaffirini has Bachelor's, Master's and Ph.D. degrees from the University of Texas at Austin. She also studied at Laredo Community College and the University of Houston. She is the first Hispanic woman elected to the Texas Senate, the second highest-ranking senator, and the highest-ranking woman and Hispanic senator. She has worked as a teacher in higher education for over 13 years. She has been honored by the South Texas Press Association for her work in journalism. She owns her own business, Zaffirini Communications. Zaffirini has been recognized for her near perfect attendance in session. She served as vice-chair of the Texas Democratic Party from 1984-1986, prior to making a (successful) run for the Democratic Party nomination for state Senate in 1986. Her legendary work ethic is reflected in her 100 percent voting record, having cast 67,923 consecutive votes, and her perfect attendance in the Texas Senate since 1987, except for breaking quorum deliberately to prevent an untimely re-redistricting that the U.S. Supreme Court (2006) ruled violated the Voting Rights Act and disenfranchised voters in SD 21. She has sponsored and passed 1,262 bills and 38 substantive resolutions. Showing her bipartisan effectiveness, in the 2021 Republican-dominated Texas Legislature she passed 106 bills, passing more bills than any other legislator for the fourth consecutive legislative session. What's more, she has passed more bills than any other legislator in the history of the State of Texas.
Jurisdiction: Bexar (1%), Caldwell (100%), Dimmit (100%), Duval (100%, Guadalupe (13%), Hays (69%), Jim Hogg (100%), Karnes (100%), La Salle (100%), Live Oak (100%), McMullen (100%), Starr (100%),Travis (16%), Webb (100%), Wilson (100%), and Zapata (100%)
Amy Martinez for State Senate, District 22
Education: Bachelors from UT at Arlington
Profession: Legal Assistant always guided by one principle: that government should work for people, not against them.
Amy is not a polished politician, she’s a neighbor, a daughter, and a fighter who has lived the struggles so many Texans face. She’s running because she believes it’s time for new leadership that listens, tells the truth, and puts people first.
Her campaign is about more than politics. It’s about dignity. It’s about community. It’s about building a Texas where families don’t just get by, they thrive.
Jurisdiction: Bosque (100%), Comanche (100%), Eastland (100%), Ellis (60%), Erath (100%), Falls (100%), Hamilton (100%), Hill (100%), Hood (100%), McLennan (100%), Somervell (100%), and Tarrant (17%)
Royce West Incumbent for State Senate, District 23 Attorney,University of Texas at Arlington, B.A., M.A.; University of Houston, J.D.Senator West has been named by Texas Monthly as one of the 25 most powerful people in Texas politics, been selected for the magazine's biennial “Ten Best Legislators in Texas” list, and has twice been named as an “Honorable Mention.” Senator West has also received mention on the Associated Press' “Movers and Shakers” list, as well as the Texas Insider's "Best Legislators" list. Senator West served on the World Travel & Tourism Council Dallas Host Committee for the 2016 Global Summit. Senator West has been appointed to serve on the Supreme Court of Texas Permanent Judicial Commission for Children, Youth, and Families.
Source: https://senate.texas.gov/member.php?d=23 Jurisdiction: Dallas (33%) and Tarrant (4%)
Joe Paz Herrera for State Senate, District 24
Education: He earned a bachelor's degree in business administration and marketing from the University of Texas at San Antonio in 2001 and a master's degree from Our Lady of the Lake University in 2005.
Profession: Key account manager for the Ferrara Candy Company and as a sales representative for Hershey Chocolate. Throughout his professional career, Joe has worked for food manufacturers, including The Hershey Company, Bimbo Bakeries, and Ferrara Candy. His experience in the food industry and partnerships with companies like HEB allow him to witness the impacts of rising food costs on Texas families. Regardless of whether you are in a small community or a big city, food pricing affects everyone.
During his travels across the state, Joe has seen the resilience of the folks of Texas—local business owners, third-generation farmers, and volunteer firefighters. They are each doing their part. Don’t they deserve a Senator who will prioritize their needs and fight to make their lives just a little easier? Current state leadership seems focused on maintaining power, while Joe Paz Herrera is dedicated to your family's future, and that commitment starts with the 2026 election.
Jurisdiction:: Atascosa (67%), Bandera (100%, Bell (100%), Burnet (100%, Coryell (100%), Gillespie (100%), Kerr (100%), Kimble (100%), Lampasas (100%), Llano (100%), Medina (100%, Sutton (100%), and Williamson (37%)
District 25 Incumbent
Jurisdiction: Bexar (19%), Blanco (100%), Comal (100%), Guadalupe (66%), Hays (31%), Kendall (100%), and Travis (10%)
José Menéndez Incumbent for State Senate, District 26
Education: BA-SMU
Profession: Commerical Marketing Exec., VP of Stewart Title Guaranty, Director Mulitcultureal Market. Prior to the Senate he represented the 124th District in the Texas House of Representatives between 2000 and 2015. During his term in office, Menéndez passed over 200 bills that benefited children, seniors, veterans, and San Antonio families. One of the bills, David's Law, empowers students, parents, schools, and law enforcement to combat and prevent cyberbullying. Senator Menéndez is also a strong advocate for job growth, community and business development. Along with his successful legislation, Senator Menéndez has secured millions of dollars for advancements in education, healthcare, parks, and additional funding developments, including $17 million for the Alamo Colleges.
Jurisdiction:: Bexar (46%)
District 27 Incumbent
Jurisdiction: Bee (100%), Cameron (100%), Hidalgo (32%), Kenedy (100%), Kleberg (100%), Nueces (19%), San Patricio (100%), and Willacy (100%)
Riley Rodriquez for State Senate, District 28
Profession: Performance coach, and I run a small service business right in the heart of District 28, Abilene Texas. I grew up in the area, my dad was a ranch hand, and my mom was a probation officer. Ranch life instilled in me an understanding of what strong work ethic can do for you and the resilience of a working-class family. I’m running for District 28 Texas State Senator. I’ve worked every job Texas is known for, cowboying, oilfield hand, and business owner, all while continuing to work on my higher education currently finishing my degree at Texas Tech. I am a working-class candidate, I know how it feels to live paycheck to paycheck, to have to choose between gas or groceries, what one sharp drop in oil prices can mean for workers, and the desperate feeling that it doesn’t have to be this way. I know the obstacles everyday Texans face throughout our district, the pressures on us as the housing prices rise, wages continue to stagnate, bills get higher and public education becomes a game of Politics. I am not standing by; it’s time for a better quality of life for all of us. I’m Riley Rodriquez and I’m asking for your vote for State Senator of Texas District 28.
Jurisdiction: Baylor (100%), Childress (100%), Coleman (100%), Collingsworth (100%), Concho (100%), Cottle (100%), Crosby (100%), Dickens (100%), Donley (100%), Fisher (100%), Floyd (100%), Foard (100%), Garza (100%), Gray (100%), Hale (100%), Hardeman (100%), Haskell (100%), Hockley (100%), Jones (100%), Kent (100%), King (100%), Knox (100%), Lamb (100%), Lubbock (100%), Lynn (100%), Mason (100%), McCulloch (100%), Menard (100%), Mills (100%), Motley (100%), Nolan (100%), Runnels (100%), San Saba (100%), Stonewall (100%), Taylor (100%), Terry (100%), Throckmorton (100%), Tom Green (100%), Wheeler (100%), Wichita (58%), and Wilbarger (100%)
District 28 Incumbent
Jurisdiction: Baylor (100%), Childress (100%), Coleman (100%), Collingsworth (100%), Concho (100%), Cottle (100%), Crosby (100%), Dickens (100%), Donley (100%), Fisher (100%), Floyd (100%), Foard (100%), Garza (100%), Gray (100%), Hale (100%), Hardeman (100%), Haskell (100%), Hockley (100%), Jones (100%), Kent (100%), King (100%), Knox (100%), Lamb (100%), Lubbock (100%), Lynn (100%), Mason (100%), McCulloch (100%), Menard (100%), Mills (100%), Motley (100%), Nolan (100%), Runnels (100%), San Saba (100%), Stonewall (100%), Taylor (100%), Terry (100%), Throckmorton (100%), Tom Green (100%), Wheeler (100%), Wichita (58%), and Wilbarger (100%)
Cesar Blanco Incumbent for State Senate, District 29 Navy Veteran, B-UT El Paso, Worked for Congress members before being elected to District 29. In the Texas House, César has delivered as a strong champion for El Paso by leading initiatives to improve access to healthcare, strengthen our workforce, local economy, and border communities while also improving the quality of life and increasing economic opportunities for all Texans. He has also led efforts to expand mental health resources for veterans, rein in rising prescription drug prices, increase oversight over border security, and deliver historic public school funding.For his record of fighting for veterans’ education opportunities and border communities, Texas Monthly named him one of the best legislators in Texas.
Jurisdiction: Brewster (93%), Culberson (100%), El Paso (100%), Hudspeth (100%), Jeff Davis (100%), Pecos (100%), Presidio (100%), and Reeves (100%)
District 30 Incumbent
Jurisdiction: Archer (100%), Clay (100%), Collin (11%), Cooke (100%), Denton (51%), Grayson (100%), Jack (100%), Montague (100%), Parker (58%), Wichita (42%), and Young (100%)
John Bentancourt for State Senate, District 31
Education: Betancourt attended Amarillo College and Wayland Baptist University. He possesses a certification in Supply Chain Negotiations from Amarillo College, certification in Federal Contract Management from the University of Alabama in Huntsville, and a Preneed and Life Agent License by the Texas Department of Insurance.
Profession: Family Service Manager at Memorial Park Funeral Home & Cemetery and Griggs-Schooler-Gordon Funeral Directors, which is part of Dignity Memorial. He additionally is a professional photographer and owns and operates Illusions Studio and Media Group. Betancourt is an experienced Sales and Marketing Professional Specializing in Employee Recruitment, Coaching, Team Building, Sales Management and Lead Generation in the Death Care and Digital Marketing Industry. He has lead Manufacturing and Operation Teams as a Subcontractor for the Federal Government. In addition to providing risk analysis and has negotiated many multi-million dollar procurements at the State and Federal level. When, on May 1, 2021 he was elected to a six-year term on the Amarillo College Board of Regents, Betancourt became the first Hispanic male to serve on the Board in almost 30 years. His AC Board service includes holding an officer position on the board, participation on the AC Executive Committee, the East Gateway Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Board; the Community College Association of Texas Trustees Engagement Committee; and the Panhandle PBS Advisory Board. He also holds membership with the Texas Chicanos in Higher Education and NALEO - National Association of Latino Elected & Appointed Officials. Previously an elected member of the Amarillo ISD Board of Trustees, Betancourts advocacy for public education has allowed him to represent Region 16 as President of the Panhandle Area School Board Association and service on the Texas Association of School Boards Legislative Advisory Council. He additionally has served as a state director for MASBA - Mexican American School Board Association, and on the Amarillo Downtown Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Board. In 2018, he was awarded the Excellence in Education Award for his continuous support and commitment to the youth of Amarillo and the educational goals and objectives of the Amarillo Branch NAACP. In 2021, he was named the Hispanic Man of the Year by Los Barrios de Amarillo at the 50th Anniversary and Awards Celebration Reflection on the Past, Looking to the Future during Hispanic Heritage Month.
Jurisdiction: Andrews (100%), Armstrong (100%), Bailey (100%), Borden (100%), Briscoe (100%), Carson (100%), Castro (100%),, Cochran (100%), Coke (100%), Crane (100%), Dallam (100%), Dawson (100%), Deaf Smith (100%), Ector (100%), Gaines (100%), Glasscock (100%), Hall (100%), Hansford (100%), Hartley (100%), Hemphill (100%), Howard (100%), Hutchinson (100%), Irion (100%), Lipscomb (100%), Loving (100%) Martin (100%), Midland (100%), Mitchell (100%), Moore (100%), Ochiltree (100%), Oldham (100%), Parmer (100%), Potter (100%), Randall (100%), Reagan (100%), Roberts (100%), Schleicher (100%), Scurry (100%), Sherman (100%), Sterling (100%), Swisher (100%), Upton (100%), Ward (100%), Winkler (100%), and Yoakum (100%)
District 31 Incumbent
Jurisdiction: Andrews (100%), Armstrong (100%), Bailey (100%), Borden (100%), Briscoe (100%), Carson (100%), Castro (100%),, Cochran (100%), Coke (100%), Crane (100%), Dallam (100%), Dawson (100%), Deaf Smith (100%), Ector (100%), Gaines (100%), Glasscock (100%), Hall (100%), Hansford (100%), Hartley (100%), Hemphill (100%), Howard (100%), Hutchinson (100%), Irion (100%), Lipscomb (100%), Loving (100%) Martin (100%), Midland (100%), Mitchell (100%), Moore (100%), Ochiltree (100%), Oldham (100%), Parmer (100%), Potter (100%), Randall (100%), Reagan (100%), Roberts (100%), Schleicher (100%), Scurry (100%), Sherman (100%), Sterling (100%), Swisher (100%), Upton (100%), Ward (100%), Winkler (100%), and Yoakum (100%)