Races 2026: HD 96 (Cook-R Open Seat)

12-16-25
Final filed primary candidates:
Ellen Fleischmann (R)
Ebony Turner (D)

Ellen Fleischmann endorsed by Gov. Abbott

12-1-25
Brad Horton (R) suspends campaign for HD96. Source

10-23-25
Brad Horton (R) announces for HD96. Source

7-18-25

Ellen Fleischmann (R) announces for HD96.

6-30-25

David Cook announced candidacy for Open SD22 seat, to replace Senator Birdwell. Announcement