This sample ballot may not include all local party roles or measures on the official ballot. The listed candidates serve only within their party, and the propositions do not change the law.

2026 Texas General Election

2026 Texas Primary Election

Democrat

Republican

2026 Texas Primary Runoff

Dennis Paul

Twitter

Facebook

Alejandra Gracias

Walter Ley

Dennis is currently a member of the Texas House of Representatives, representing District 129. He was first elected in 2015 and is currently serving his sixth term.

Dennis Paul - Ballotpedia

Houston state Rep. Dennis Paul announces bid for Texas Senate ...

Supports low, fair, and transparent taxes, accountability in government spending, and a reduction in the appraisal cap for family relief.

Economy

For Candidate Dennis Paul on Issue public-safety: Supports ensuring law enforcement has the necessary tools to perform their duties safely and advocates for strict enforcement of laws regarding illegal immigration.

Public Safety

As of January 22, 2026, Dennis Paul’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Healthcare

For Candidate Dennis Paul on Issue education: Supports local control of schools, opposes liberal anti-American curriculum, and advocates for school choice.

Education

Energy & the Environment

Voting & Elections

- Your state senator represents the interests of your district in the Texas State Senate. The State Senate, along with the State House of Representatives, makes up your state lawmaking body: the Texas Legislature.
- Your state senator can author, sponsor, and vote on bills that may become state laws after going through the legislative process.
- There are 31 Texas state senators, each representing a single district with a constituency of around 1 million.
- State senators are elected to 4-year terms and one 2-year term per decade, and there are no term limits.
- They are paid a salary of $7,200/year and a per diem of $221/day.

Your representative and state lawmaker in the Texas State Senate.