Texas is divided into 38 areas called districts, each with about 800,000 people. Every two years your district elects one U.S. Representative — one of 435 in Washington, and the only one who answers to you. They vote on laws that touch your health care, your taxes and your rights.
The Democratic candidate
Johnny Garcia
DemocratAbout Johnny
A sheriff's deputy and former hostage negotiator running as a middle-of-the-road Democrat in this newly drawn district.
A San Antonio native, Garcia worked in construction before joining the Bexar County Sheriff's Office, where he talked down hostage situations and now speaks for the department. He's the Democratic pick for this seat, winning his spot with about 64% of the vote.
Also on the ballot
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Carlos De La CruzAbout Carlos
A 20-year Air Force veteran who once ran a kickboxing gym — and whose sister already serves in Congress.
De La Cruz joined the Air Force at 18 and served 20 years — including tours overseas after 9/11 and missions stopping drugs at the border — before opening a kickboxing gym in San Antonio. Backed by Donald Trump, he beat a sitting state lawmaker to become the Republican pick. His sister, Monica De La Cruz, already represents a nearby Texas district in Congress.
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: