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Shenghao Wang
Candidate for State House
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Biography
Shenghao Wang is a Democratic candidate running for election to the Texas House of Representatives to represent District 49 in the March 3, 2026 primary. An Austin native, Wang graduated from MIT and Harvard Law School, and currently serves as a Boardmember for the Travis Central Appraisal District while working in electricity regulation.
Top Priorities
- Addressing the rising cost of living, housing, and utilities to ensure Austin remains affordable, accessible, and inclusive.
- Ensuring fair and accurate property tax appraisals to adequately fund local public services like schools, parks, and public safety.
- Working to ensure reliability and accountability in electricity regulation.