2026 Texas General Election

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José Menéndez

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José Menéndez is from San Antonio, Texas. He has a law degree from St. Mary's University School of Law. He and his wife, Cehlia, have three children.

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Senator José Menéndez: District 26 | The Texas State Senate

José is an attorney and businessman. He previously served in the Texas House of Representatives from 2013 to 2015. He is also a former member of the San Antonio City Council. 

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José is currently a Texas state senator representing District 26. He was first elected to the Senate in 2015. He previously served in the Texas House of Representatives from 2000 to 2015 and was a member of the San Antonio City Council from 1997 to 2000.

As of July 22, 2026, José Menéndez’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Supports increasing funding for public schools and ensuring all Texans have access to affordable healthcare.

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Advocates for increased funding for public schools.

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