Your State Representative is one of 150 people who write Texas law, and yours is elected to represent your area of Travis County. Every two years they decide how much money your kids' school gets, whether your property tax bill goes up or down, and whether Texas takes federal money for health care or turns it away. Big decisions, made by a small group — and one seat is yours to fill.
The Democratic candidate
Sheryl Cole
Democrat IncumbentAbout Sheryl
Austin's former mayor pro tem — a CPA and lawyer now running unopposed for another term.
Cole earned accounting and law degrees from UT and served on the Austin City Council, including as mayor pro tem, before winning her House seat in 2018. She faces no opponent in 2026.
Where to vote
Travis County uses vote centers — any registered Travis County voter can vote at any open location in the county. Locations and hours by city: