2026 Voter Guide
The official listing of Republican candidates representing conservative principles on the ballot in Bastrop County.
Ken Paxton
U.S. Senator
Former Texas Attorney General running to defend conservative Texas values, border security, and constitutional liberties in the U.S. Senate.
Chris Gober
U.S. Representative, District 10
Running to represent the 10th Congressional District with a focus on border security, economic growth, and defending our constitutional rights.
Michael Cloud
U.S. Representative, District 27
Defending fiscal responsibility, individual liberty, and working to stop out-of-control federal spending in Congress.
Greg Abbott
Governor
Leading Texas with a proven record on border security, economic growth, and defending the conservative values that make Texas strong.
Dan Patrick
Lieutenant Governor
Presiding over the Texas Senate and championing property tax reform, school choice, and securing the Texas border.
Mayes Middleton
Attorney General
Fighting to uphold the Texas Constitution, protect individual liberties, and hold the federal government accountable.
Don Huffines
Comptroller of Public Accounts
Committed to fiscal accountability, transparent state finances, and ensuring every Texas tax dollar is spent responsibly.
Dawn Buckingham
Commissioner of the General Land Office
Managing Texas public lands, funding veteran services, and protecting the Texas coastline for future generations.
Nate Sheets
Commissioner of Agriculture
Supporting Texas farmers, ranchers, and rural communities while promoting agriculture as the backbone of the Texas economy.
Bo French
Railroad Commissioner
Protecting Texas energy independence, supporting the oil and gas industry, and ensuring safe pipeline and mining operations.
Jimmy Blacklock
Chief Justice, Supreme Court
Serving on the Texas Supreme Court with a commitment to constitutional originalism, judicial restraint, and the rule of law.
James P. Sullivan
Justice, Supreme Court, Place 2 (Unexpired Term)
Dedicated to upholding the Texas Constitution and applying the law as written to protect the rights of all Texans.
Kyle Hawkins
Justice, Supreme Court, Place 7
Bringing a strong conservative judicial philosophy to the Texas Supreme Court, grounded in the text and original meaning of the law.
Brett Busby
Justice, Supreme Court, Place 8
An experienced jurist committed to applying the law fairly and faithfully to protect the constitutional rights of Texans.
Thomas Smith
Judge, Court of Criminal Appeals, Place 3
Committed to protecting public safety, upholding the rights of victims, and applying criminal law with fairness and integrity.
Kevin Patrick Yeary
Judge, Court of Criminal Appeals, Place 4
Serving on the Court of Criminal Appeals with a commitment to justice, the rule of law, and constitutional protections.
John Messinger
Judge, Court of Criminal Appeals, Place 9
A conservative jurist dedicated to ensuring the criminal justice system protects both public safety and individual rights.
Mica Arellano
Member, State Board of Education, District 5
Advocating for parental rights in education, strong academic standards, and keeping politics out of the classroom.
Charles Schwertner
State Senator, District 5
Championing tax reform, utility grid reliability, and support for rural Texas infrastructure in the State Senate.
Stan Gerdes
State Representative, District 17
Proudly representing Bastrop County. Fighting for lower property taxes, support for first responders, and constitutional liberties.
Scott Brister
Chief Justice, 15th Court of Appeals District
A seasoned jurist bringing decades of legal experience to lead the newly established 15th Court of Appeals.
Scott K. Field
Justice, 15th Court of Appeals District, Place 2
Committed to constitutional principles and faithful interpretation of the law on the 15th Court of Appeals.
April Farris
Justice, 15th Court of Appeals District, Place 3
Bringing a conservative judicial philosophy and dedication to the rule of law to the 15th Court of Appeals.
Cory Liu
Chief Justice, 3rd Court of Appeals District
Leading the 3rd Court of Appeals with a commitment to judicial excellence, constitutional fidelity, and efficient court administration.
Bryan Goertz
Criminal District Attorney, Bastrop County
Prosecuting crime, protecting victims, and ensuring justice is served fairly and swiftly in Bastrop County.
Gregory Klaus
County Judge
Delivering transparent county government, infrastructure improvements, and working to lower county property tax rates for all families.
Clara Beckett
County Commissioner, Precinct No. 2
Working to ensure responsible growth, strong infrastructure, and fiscal accountability for the families of Precinct 2.
David Glass
County Commissioner, Precinct No. 4
Focused on improving rural roads, responsible land use planning, and keeping Bastrop County taxes low for Precinct 4 residents.
Sarah Loucks
District Clerk
Committed to technological modernization of court records, accurate record-keeping, and serving our legal system with integrity.
Krista Bartsch
County Clerk
Serving the citizens of Bastrop County with secure records management, transparent election administration, and efficient customer service.
Brittney Ross
County Treasurer
Ensuring responsible stewardship of county finances, transparent reporting, and accountability for every taxpayer dollar.
Cindy Allen
Justice of the Peace, Precinct No. 1
Serving the residents of Precinct 1 with fair and impartial justice, efficient court management, and community accessibility.
Zachary Carter
Justice of the Peace, Precinct No. 2
Delivering fair and efficient justice for the families and businesses of Precinct 2 in Bastrop County.
Krystal Moncure Stabeno
Justice of the Peace, Precinct No. 3
Committed to accessible, fair, and prompt justice for all residents and businesses of Precinct 3.
Larry Dunne
Justice of the Peace, Precinct No. 4
Providing impartial justice, community-focused court services, and efficient case management for Precinct 4 residents.