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State Representative, District 147
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 2 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: A state representative votes on Texas laws and the state budget in the Texas House of Representatives.
In Harris County: part of Houston.
Public safety
Theodis DanielRepublican
- Supports higher police pay and de-escalation training.
- Supports expanding community policing.
Jolanda JonesDemocratic
No documented position found.
Education
Theodis DanielRepublican
- Supports school choice and charter programs.
- Supports investing in bilingual education.
Jolanda JonesDemocratic
- Opposes public money for private school vouchers.
- Authored a law adding civics to high school government.In office
Health & human services
Theodis DanielRepublican
No documented position found.
Jolanda JonesDemocratic
- Supports expanding Medicaid.
Courts & justice
Theodis DanielRepublican
No documented position found.
Jolanda JonesDemocratic
- Supports reentry reforms for formerly incarcerated people.
- Authored a bill on releasing defendants held before trial.In office
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