U.S. Senate
A U.S. Senator represents their entire state in the federal government. Their main job is to create, debate, and vote on national laws that affect the whole country. Each state has two Senators, and they serve six-year terms, no limits. The next Senator election for the other seat is up in 2030.
Democrat
James Talarico
Democratic Party
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Governor
A Governor is the chief executive of a state and is responsible for enforcing state laws and overseeing state government agencies. They sign or veto bills passed by the state legislature and help set the state's budget and policy priorities. Governors also respond to emergencies, command the state's National Guard, and represent their state in working with the federal government and other states. Serves four-year terms, no limits.
Republican
Greg Abbott
Republican Party
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Democrat
Gina Hinojosa
Democratic Party
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Lieutenant Governor
The Texas lieutenant governor serves as president of the Senate, influences legislation, co-chairs the Legislative Budget Board, and assumes gubernatorial powers when needed. Serves four-year terms, no limits.
Republican
Dan Patrick
Republican Party
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Attorney General
The Attorney General of Texas serves as the chief legal officer of the state, responsible for representing Texas in legal matters, enforcing laws, and providing legal advice to state agencies. Serves four-year terms, no limits.
Comptroller of Public Accounts
The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts serves as the state’s chief financial officer, responsible for
collecting taxes, managing state funds, auditing expenditures, and providing revenue estimates that
guide the state budget. Serves four-year terms, no limit.
Democrat
Sarah Eckhardt
Democratic Party
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Republican
Don Huffines
Republican Party
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Commissioner of General Land Office
The Texas General Land Office (GLO) is the state’s oldest agency, established in 1836, and is responsible for stewardship of Texas’ 13 million acres of state-owned land — including over 3,400 miles of coastline, oil and mineral deposits, and historic sites. Serves four-year terms, no limit.
Republican
Dawn Buckingham
Republican Party
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Democrat
Benjamin Flores
Democratic Party
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Commissioner of Agriculture
The Texas Commissioner of Agriculture oversees the Texas Department of Agriculture, regulating
agricultural practices, promoting Texas products, protecting consumers, and supporting rural
communities. Serves four-year terms, no limit.
Democrat
Clayton Tucker
Democratic Party
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Republican
Nate Sheets
Republican Party
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Railroad Commissioner
The Railroad Commissioner in Texas regulates the state’s oil, natural gas, pipeline, and mining
industries, ensuring safety, environmental protection, and economic vitality. There are three seats, each commissioner serves six-year terms with one position on the ballot every two years. No limit.
Democrat
Jon Rosenthal
Democratic Party
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