Joan Huffman

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First elected to the Texas Senate in 2008. Current term expires January 2029.

Ran unsuccessfully for Texas attorney general in the 2026 Republican primary.

In January 2022, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick appointed Huffman to chair the Senate Finance Committee. She previously chaired the Senate State Affairs Committee.

Supported by one or more anti-public education organizations or individuals in the 2024 Texas primaries.

Also endorsed in the 2024 Republican primary election by Gov. Greg Abbott (R), who supported many incumbent legislators in this election cycle based on their pro-voucher voting records.

Endorsed by the editorial board of the Houston Chronicle in the 2022 general election. She also received their endorsement in the 2018 Republican primary election.