San Antonio residents of Bexar County will cast their ballots on Tuesday, Nov. 3, in a high‑stakes 2026 midterm election that could reshape the political landscape of Texas. Voters will decide on federal, state, and local offices, as well as a series of school‑funding proposals that directly affect families and neighborhoods.
Federal and statewide contests
The most closely watched race is the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Republican John Cornyn. Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton, Democrat James Talarico, and Libertarian Ted Brown are on the ballot, offering voters a clear partisan choice at the national level.
Governor Greg Abbott is seeking another term against Democratic challenger Gina Hinojosa and Libertarian Pat Dixon. The governor’s race will test whether Democrats can make inroads in a state that has not elected a Democrat to statewide office in decades.
Other statewide offices on the ticket include lieutenant governor (incumbent Republican Dan Patrick vs. Democrat Vikki Goodwin and third‑party candidates), attorney general (Republican state Sen. Mayes Middleton vs. Democrat Nathan Johnson), comptroller, land commissioner, agriculture commissioner, and railroad commissioner. Each of these positions influences policy areas that impact families, such as taxes, land use, and agricultural regulation.
U.S. House races affecting Bexar County
Several congressional districts that include portions of Bexar County are also up for election. In District 20, Democrat Joaquin Castro faces Republican Edgardo Rafael Baez. District 21 pits Republican Mark Teixeira against Democrat Kristin Hook. District 23 features Republican Brandon Herrera, Democrat Katy Padilla Stout, and independent Ben Mendoza. District 35 includes Republican Carlos De La Cruz and Democrat Johnny C. Garcia.
County and local offices
The county judge’s race pits Democrat Ron Nirenberg against Republican Patrick Von Dohlen, determining who will lead the Commissioners Court that oversees county budgets, public safety, and essential services. The district attorney’s contest includes Democrat Luz Elena Chapa, Republican Ashley Foster, and independent Jason Wolff.
Precinct 2 of the Commissioners Court sees incumbent Democrat Justin Rodriguez challenged by Republican David Sherwood Hill, while Precinct 4 features Democrat Tommy Calvert against independent Roy Anthony II. Additional county positions such as clerk, district clerk, appraisal district board members, probate judges, and several justice of the peace seats are also on the ballot, with some races featuring only a single candidate.
School‑bond and tax‑rate measures
Education funding is a major focus for San Antonio voters. Five area school districts have placed financing measures on the ballot. Northside ISD seeks approval for more than $885 million in bonds, while San Antonio ISD proposes nearly $500 million for construction, renovations, and technology upgrades. East Central, South San Antonio, and Schertz‑Cibolo‑Universal City ISDs are holding tax‑rate elections that would allow them to generate additional local revenue.
San Antonio voters will also decide whether to reauthorize the Pre‑K 4 SA early‑childhood education program’s dedicated sales tax for another 20 years, a measure that supports families with young children.
Practical voting information
Election Day polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. across Texas. Voters who are in line when polls close may still cast their ballots. Bexar County voters can use any designated Election Day vote center in the county. Because the ballot varies by address, residents should review their sample ballot and locate their polling place through the Bexar County Elections Department or the Texas Secretary of State’s election information page.
With control of Congress, the direction of Texas state government, and a range of local priorities at stake, this election offers Bexar County residents a powerful opportunity to shape decisions that affect every level of government.
Original reporting: KTSA News/Talk (San Antonio) — read the source article.
