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Harris County, Texas

Texas House District 126

2 candidates are tracked for Texas House District 126, headed to a November 3, 2026 runoff: Stefanie Bord and Stan Stanart. Candidate information follows official Harris County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

About this race

Stefanie Bord (Democratic), Stan Stanart (Republican) are on the November 3 ballot for Texas House District 126. Not on the November ballot: Sam Harless, the sitting member per the roster. Nominees were chosen at the March 3 primary (or a May 26 runoff) or advanced unopposed; the field is the Texas Secretary of State's certified 2026 General Election candidate list. This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.

What this office does

State legislator. State legislators write and vote on state laws and the state budget, which fund schools, roads, prisons, universities and health programs, and set the rules for local governments and elections. Each member represents one district and serves on committees that shape bills before a floor vote. Terms are two years in most state houses and four in most state senates.

This race. Elected by district: only voters who live in the district see this race on their ballot.

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Stefanie Bord

Democratic

Top priorities
  • Fully funding public education and supporting teachers
  • Lowering the property tax burden for homeowners
  • Expanding affordable healthcare access

Per the campaign site.

Biography

Stefanie Bord is a former science teacher and Harris County precinct chair, according to her campaign site. She has volunteered with Moms Demand Action and worked on voter registration and local campaigns in northwest Harris County, per the same source.

Stan Stanart

Republican

Top priorities
  • Supporting law enforcement and public safety
  • Reducing property taxes and insurance costs
  • Strengthening election security

Per the campaign site.

Biography

Stan Stanart holds a bachelor's degree in electronics engineering technology from Oklahoma State University, according to his campaign site. He served two terms as Harris County Clerk from 2010 to 2018 and previously worked in information technology management for Harris County, per the same source.

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Questions about this race

Who is running for Texas House District 126 in 2026?

2 candidates are tracked for Texas House District 126, headed to a November 3, 2026 runoff: Stefanie Bord and Stan Stanart. Candidate information follows official Harris County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

When is the Texas House District 126 election in Texas?

Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Registration deadlines, early voting dates and mail ballot rules for Texas are on the Texas election hub at theballotbrief.com.

How do I see my exact Harris County ballot?

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Candidate roster from official Harris County and state election office filings, last verified September 29, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.

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Candidate profiles
Stefanie Bord, full profileStan Stanart, full profileOfficial Texas election office