State
State Representative, District 27
- 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.
Part of Fort Bend County.
Public safety
Max AlaliboRepublican
- Supports strengthening community security and first responders.
Ron ReynoldsDemocratic
- Authored bill barring transfer of semiautomatic rifles to certain people.In office
Education
Max AlaliboRepublican
No documented position found.
Ron ReynoldsDemocratic
- Authored bill creating fund to lower school property taxes.In office
Housing
Max AlaliboRepublican
No documented position found.
Ron ReynoldsDemocratic
- Authored bill on criminal history in rental housing decisions.In office
Economy & jobs
Max AlaliboRepublican
- Supports a pro-business climate for small businesses.
Ron ReynoldsDemocratic
- Authored bill requiring certain employers to provide paid sick leave.In office
Roads & infrastructure
Max AlaliboRepublican
- Supports modernizing District 27 roads and utilities.
Ron ReynoldsDemocratic
No documented position found.
Environment & parks
Max AlaliboRepublican
No documented position found.
Ron ReynoldsDemocratic
- Authored bill on air permits in nonattainment areas.In office
Health & human services
Max AlaliboRepublican
- Supports expanding affordable care for veterans and seniors.
Ron ReynoldsDemocratic
- Authored bill expanding Medicaid eligibility under the Affordable Care Act.In office
Government & transparency
Max AlaliboRepublican
- Pledges transparent, accessible leadership in the State House.
Ron ReynoldsDemocratic
No documented position found.
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