While we admire her persistence, Grays first term has Editorial: Chris Morton for the 230th Criminal District Court. Republicans hold all nine seats in the Texas Supreme Court, the state's highest civil court. Republicans are suing and Democrats want a full review after Harris County missed deadlines to . A longtime GOP activist, she previously served on the State Republican Executive Committee. Eric Dick, president of the Harris County Board of Education, sees the. Gurski is a trial lawyer who previously served as chief of staff to former Houston state representative Dwayne Bohac and as a prosecutor in the Galveston County District Attorney's Office. Still, Democratic challenger Linda Nuno is vying to unseat the nine-term congressman, who won 53 percent of the vote in 2020. Hull serves on the House human services and insurance committees. So why did they try? Greg Abbott in November, seeks a six-year term. Thierry the incumbent runs her own law practice. Editorial: Al Green for the 9th Congressional District. The County Party stands ready to endorse in November, in case of any runoffs. Young, elected to the board in 2020, is an administrator at Nacogdoches ISD who previously served on the Board of Trustees at Apple Springs ISD for six years. He has been critical of the 313 program and has also been critical of race-centered curriculum in public schools. This sample ballot tool includes: All candidates in every upcoming election occurring within the 100 most-populated cities in the U.S., plus all federal and statewide elections, including ballot measures, nationwide. Bailes grew up on a dairy and cattle ranch and now runs an artificial insemination business. Thompson is running unopposed in this district south of Houston that has been newly fortified through redistricting in the GOP's favor. Tuesday's sweep . The Editorial Board recommends voters back Beto O'Rourke in the Texas governor's race. Republican The two-term incumbent, endorsed by former President Donald Trump, is seeking a third term amid lingering legal troubles, including a more than six-year-old indictment on felony. County to finance Development Through Bonds, This would allow a county to issue debt to finance transportation infrastructure, excluding toll roads, in underserved parts of the county.State Republican Executive Committee has issued a resolution against this proposition 62-0. Incumbent Ernest Bailes is facing a four-way primary race as he goes for a fourth term in this Republican district, which runs north of Houston. GRAND RAPIDS, MI - The Michigan Republican Party has picked its endorsements for statewide races like attorney general, secretary of state, state board of education and more ahead of the 2022 . Candidates for federal office must file a federal application (PDF). Greg Abbott, but lost in the November 2020 election to Democrat Amparo Guerra by just over 4,500 votes, or 0.2 percentage points. Democrat Crews is lone challenger to incumbent Rep. Cain in 2022; he did not respond to an interview request and doesn't have a campaign website. This would allow the surviving spouse of a service member who is killed or fatally injured (rather than killed in action) to receive a property tax exemption. In the special election in 2019 for northeast Houston's District 148, McConnico garnered about 10 percent of the vote and came in fourth, missing the runoff. You can vote by mail if you: will be away from your county on Election Day and during the hours that early voting is conducted; are sick or disabled; are 65 years of age or older on Election Day; are expected to give birth within three weeks before or after Election Day; or you are in jail. After running unsuccessfully for three different Harris County courts, Democrat Lori Chambers Gray finally broke through in 2018, winning the election to preside over the 262nd District Court. The Harris County Republican Party primary has been dominated by 'endorsement slates' for the past two decades. Rick Perry in 2010. A pastor and rancher, Teague is making his second run for Congress after losing to Rep. Al Green in 2020. Editorial: Josh Hill for the 232nd Criminal District Court. Texas has a history of a dismal turnout rate in primary elections, and nearly 18% of registered voters cast a ballot this year. Bolanos is a certified residential appraiser. Rep. In 50 races in the March 1. Republican November 2022 Candidates. The teacher and baseball coach says hes running for Congress because the nation is becoming unrecognizable due to elitists and socialists. Welcome to the Website of the Conservative Coalition of Harris County CCHC PAC encourages the public to vote for conservative candidates in the general election and therefore recommends voting for Republican Party candidates in the Federal, State and County Races. This case was filed in Harris County District Courthouse, Harris County District Courthouse located in Harris, Texas. U.S. Rep. Brian Babin is running uncontested in the Republican primary for the solidly red 36th Congressional District, which runs from the Johnson Space Center and Houston Ship Channel to the Louisiana state line. As an engineer in the energy industry who has the ability to work with Republicans, he is in a position to help fix the grid and protect Texas from the next Uri-strength storm. Tribal elections are not included. A Marine veteran and former Colorado state legislator who now lives in Houston. Bettencourt is effectively re-elected in this district concentrated in western Harris County. (. She is unopposed in the Democratic primary. Now he seeks the lead role on the bench. Pol. Not the former governor, but a computer engineer from near Fort Worth who had never run for office and does not appear to have a campaign website. Procedures for Candidates, 2019-2021. Mabry is a Conroe criminal defense lawyer who has been practicing for 29 years with a speciality in civil appellate law and criminal law. John Whitmire has spent nearly 40 years representing Senate District 15, which includes parts of north Houston and Harris County. Briones is a former county court at law judge, Chou is a former Harris County clerk employee who helped manage the 2020 election. On Saturday (08/20), the EDC GOP will be having an amazing and fun event at the Serene Ranch in Gold Hill to support conservative candidates for our local boards! He says he'd advocate to dismiss Paxton's criminal securities fraud case because it's "too distracting.". HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) -- Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo's political future is on the line for 2022. The case status is Pending - Appeal. An oil and gas engineer who has served on the Republican Party of Texas Executive Committee and stresses following the Constitution. Texas will hold its 2022 primary elections March 1. Rep. Walle has represented deep-blue House District 140 in north Houston since 2009, after knocking off the incumbent Democrat. A veteran in the information technology industry, Williams touts her experience in budget oversight and policy-making as a trustee in Alief ISD. March 2022 marks an unusually crowded primary season for Harris County politics, with three Harris County leaders facing reelection challenges from a number of candidates. Serves on the House Appropriations and Juvenile Justice & Family Issues committees. Hullihan is a former military attorney who now works in commercial litigation at a Houston law firm. Natalie Blasingame . The incumbent, Democratic Rep. Christina Morales, and one Republican filed to run in this solidly blue district that cuts southeast through the heart of Houston. A prosecutor and former judge who has been in the Texas Senate since 2008, Huffman has no opposition in the Republican Primary. He lists border security as a top issue and says he wants to fight for the sovereignty of the United States.. Attorney of 16 years who has specialized in appellate law for the past six years. Incumbent Lt. Gov. Rep. Wu is a former prosecutor for Harris County seeking his sixth term in office. Jetton, a small business owner, is running for his second term in the Texas House. Rep. Johnson, first elected to represent this northwest Houston district in a 2016 special election, is running unopposed in the Democratic primary and general election. The Democratic Party candidates are Ron Campana, Steve Duble, Victor Lombrana, Sonia Lopez, Jonathan JP Preston and Chris Watson. Collier, a Houston accountant, is vying for a rematch against Patrick after losing to the lieutenant governor by fewer than 5 percentage points in 2018. The State Commission on Judicial Conduct began reviewing in 2020 allegations that he improperly favored certain private defense attorneys over the county's Public Defender's Office. Two largely unknown Republicans will battle first before embarking on the uphill battle of unseating a Democrat in a district that turned a deeper shade of blue during redistricting last year. But that changed as Democrats . Any voter confused as to why felony judges in Harris County are granting any amount of bail to defendants accused of violent crimes should have the opportunity to listen to Josh Hill explain the ins and outs of the Texas Code of Criminal Conduct. Alexandra del Moral Mealer, Humble Independent School District board president Martina Lemond Dixon and Randy Kubosh, brother of Houston Councilman Michael Kubosh. Republican primary for Harris County Commissioners Court Precinct 2. Farris, former Texas Assistant Solicitor General, was appointed to the court by Gov. He's endorsed by Texas Right to Life, an anti-abortion group. When's my deadline? Two Democrats -- one a judge and one a lawyer -- will vie for the chance to challenge incumbent Republican Judge Kevin Jewell. Baylor is a Navy veteran whose policy platform includes removing mandatory criminal sentencing minimums, promoting nuclear energy and legalizing marijuana. Cy Fair ISD Position 5. An early supporter and ally of Donald Trump, he runs a popular Facebook page where he shares conservative memes with over 800,000 Facebook followers. The new map has encouraged a crowded Democratic primary field, with four candidates vying to challenge the Republican incumbent. Democrats redrew his precinct to his likely political advantage. Incumbent Will Metcalf, a Republican, is running unopposed in this red East Texas district north of Houston. Republican primary candidates Michael McCaul (Incumbent) District 11 Republican primary candidates August Pfluger (Incumbent) District 12 Republican primary candidates Kay Granger (Incumbent) Ryan Catala Alysia Rieg Did not make the ballot: Chris Putnam Chris Rector = candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey. Editorial: Brian Warren for the 209th Criminal District Court. Houston was a train wreck for Democrats in 2020. Suh is an Austin attorney, policy advocate and the founder of Immunize Texas, which she describes as a "grassroots network dedicated to supporting pro-vaccine legislation.". State Sen. Borris Miles, a Houston Democrat, is poised to win a third term in the upper chamber after failing to draw any Democratic or Republican opposition. Cagle, the incumbent, faces no primary opponents. Harris County is solidly blue. Wellington is a small business owner who previously served as district director for former congressman Ted Poe. Eight Republicans and four Democrats are running to succeed Land Commissioner George P. Bush as head of the Texas General Land Office, which administers disaster recovery after major storms, oversees the Alamo, manages Texas' state-run veterans homes and contributes oil and gas royalties to the state's $44 billion public school endowment. The two candidates in the Republican primary for Harris County treasurer see the office in starkly contrasting ways. Thomas, 30, is a native Houstonian Editorial: Andrea Beall for the 185th Criminal District Court. Wesley Hunt announces 2022 bid for Congress, but waits to decide on a district, Houston lawmakers proposal to slash number of appellate courts threatens diversity, critics say, After $250K in political support, Texas Supreme Court does a rare double take, Gov. TEA Party Candidates endorsed or supported by TEAParty911.com are principled conservative constitutionalists dedicated to preserving liberty. That's why 68 Republican judicial candidates have stepped up to run for office this November. Miller is the founder of the Texas Nationalist Movement, which has advocated for the secession of Texas from the United States since 2005. A strident critic of Gov. The Editorial Board recommends voters back Alexandra del Moral Mealer in the Harris County judge's race. The retired Marine is a commercial airline pilot who is critical of what he calls a constitutional overreach throughout the federal government, including vaccine mandates and economic shutdowns. Gerald W. (Jerry) Jones. of Education, critics take control of board, District Clerk Marilyn Burgess recommends tenfold increase in Harris County juror pay, Harris County District Clerk Chris Daniel says juror appearance rate on the rise, Robert Eckhart robert.eckhart@chron.com @rweckhart, Taylor Goldenstein taylor.goldenstein@chron.com @taygoldenstein, Edward McKinley edward.mckinley@chron.com @byedmckinley, Jeremy Blackman jeremy.blackman@chron.com @jblackmanchron, Cayla Harris cayla.harris@express-news.net @caylajharris, Jasper Scherer jasper.scherer@chron.com @jaspscherer, Zach Despart zach.despart@chron.com @zachdespart, Jeremy Wallace jeremy.wallace@chron.com @jeremyswallace, Benjamin Wermund ben.wermund@chron.com @benjaminew, Alexandra Kanik alexandra.kanik@chron.com @act_rational, Rebecca Hennes rebecca.hennes@chron.com @beccaghennes, Evan Wagstaff evan.wagstaff@hearst.com @EvanWagstaff, Brittany Schell brittany.schell@hearst.com @BrittLynnS. Unchallenged in the Democratic primary or the general election, the former Houston City Councilmember is embarking on her third term in the Texas Senate. This amendment would extend the Commission's authority to impose the same standards on all judicial candidates as it does for those who are already judges, therefore ensuring all candidates for judicial positions are treated equally. Dan Patrick boosts 5 Texas Senate candidates in unprecedented bid to extend his reach, Trump wades deeper into Texas politics with 20 endorsements in 2022 primaries, Bandit signs already are illegal. A financial planner, he is an outspoken critic of climate-change activism and of alternative energy. Natural gas companies, which the commission regulates, made billions in profit from the crisis. Johnson lives in Missouri City, working with North American University as a math lecturer and freshman adviser. Stanart served as county clerk until 2018, when Democrat Diane Trautman beat him. Democrat Michelle Palmer, who narrowly lost to Hickman in 2020, will face the winner of the GOP primary. By removing parts of Houston and adding more Montgomery, the district has become more Republican. Fact check: Did the National Archives put a 'harmful content' label on U.S. founding documents? He has twice run for the 15th Congressional District, which stretches from the San Antonio area to the southern border. Former Harris County clerk Chris Hollins announces run for Houston mayor, GOP bills target Harris Countys efforts to expand voting. He retired from the school board last year and says he now has the time and ability to bring his leadership experience to the Texas House. Collins, a conservative activist who has focused on mobilizing young Republicans, previously served as Bradys campaign manager and adviser. Additional local ballot measures may also be included. Abbott's desk, 12 Hidalgo challengers among dozens who file for Harris County races, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo files for re-election bid, Group calls for Brown to resign as controller over land deal, Shredding event reflects Harris County Precinct 2 partnership with Friendswood, Harris County Democrats approve new precinct boundaries, aimed at expanding their power. The retired Navy SEAL who grew up in Katy is seeking his third term in Congress. Thompson is an insurance agent and five-term Republican state legislator. Mabry has no visible campaign presence online, and his election filing said he runs a company called Mabry Management. Small business owner and father of four girls who does not appear to have a campaign website. Weber, a former state representative and Pearland city councilman, has represented the 14th Congressional District since 2013. He has been a leading abortion rights opponent and most recently pushed to roll back some transparency measures around the state's large corporate tax break program, Chapter 313. The vacancy on this court was created by the departure of Judge Charles Kreger, who is not running for re-election after almost 18 years on the bench. Brailey, a longtime educator and social justice activist, is the vice chair of the Texas Democratic Party. Deer Park Republican Rep. Briscoe Cain has drawn one Democratic challenger, Charles "Chuck" Crews of Baytown, in his campaign for another term representing this solidly red eastern Harris County district. Seven Republicans are vying to take on Rep. Lizzie Fletcher, once seen as one of the most vulnerable Democrats in the House whose West Houston district was redrawn to be much safer for the two-term congresswoman. The emergency room nurse is making her first run for office after being a volunteer on Beto ORourke's U.S. Senate campaign in 2018. The results have been mixed, but his Republican challenger failed to make a compelling case for why voters should oust the incumbent. Known to her colleagues as "Ms. T" and respected by lawmakers on both sides of the aisle, Thompson is unopposed as she runs for a 26th term in the Texas House. Sorrells is a small business owner whose campaign is centered on individual rights. The winner of the Republican primary will take on Democrat Stephanie Morales in the general election. A bilingual telecommunications professional who has promised to give a 10 percent cost-of-living wage increase for all public school faculty and staff over the next four years, if elected. Adv. Alma Allen has represented this bright-blue south Houston district for over a decade. A substitute teacher, Marvel is running her first election campaign seeking an upset over three-term incumbent Rep. Paul. Kingwood Republican Deanna Robertson is making her first run for office on a platform that includes opposing vaccine mandates and boosting election integrity. Missick is a minister who served in the Iraq war and has been an Army chaplain. Endorsements From Conservative Republicans of Texas and Harris County. In order to become the Republican or Democratic Party nominee for a particular office, you must file an application (PDF) for a place on the ballot with the county or state party chair, as appropriate (see chart). She is a member of the Bexar County Child Welfare Board. Spiers is a Houston attorney and former heart surgeon who first ran for public office in 2018, when he failed to reach the runoff in the Republican primary for Texas' 2nd Congressional District. Runoff elections can take place between the top candidates if no one reaches a 50% majority of the vote. Exempt from School tax surviving spouse of disabled if 55+. The two-term incumbent, endorsed by former President Donald Trump, is seeking a third term amid lingering legal troubles, including a more than six-year-old indictment on felony securities fraud charges and an ongoing FBI investigation into bribery and other corruption allegations by his former aides. In 2018, she and El Paso Rep. Veronica Escobar were the first Texas Latinas to win seats in Congress. He has drawn the support of Perry, Lt. Gov. The latest addition to the state's highest civil court, appointed by Gov. A former Harris County judge who's held her seat on the state's highest criminal court since 2016, Keel is running unopposed. Houston is president of the Aldine ISD chapter of the American Federation of Teachers and has received the support of the Texas AFL-CIO and Annie's List, a group that supports progressive women running for office in Texas. Current Board Member Audrey Young is the only candidate who filed in either party's primary for this solidly Republican seat, which she has held since last year. Allen currently serves as a Democratic member on the state Board of Education, a position he has held since 2005. He was also one of the Republicans targeted in 2019 by former House Speaker Dennis Bonnen for voting against a bill banning taxpayer funded lobbying. Hegar is a former state representative and senator first elected as comptroller in 2014. Four Republicans are vying for the nomination after incumbent board member Matt Robinson declined to run for reelection in this red-leaning district. Using the Verity Duo is a 2-step process. Stanart, whom Democrat Diane Trautman beat in 2018 before resigning for health reasons, hopes to win his old post back. He says on his campaign website he is willing to lead the fight, to put America first, and socialists last.. Barineau, an attorney, runs an affordable housing management company with her husband and has long been active in local Republican circles, serving as a precinct chair and in other activist roles.