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2 candidates are tracked for Texas House District 149, headed to a November 3, 2026 runoff: Dave Bennett and Darlene Breaux. Candidate information follows official Harris County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.
Dave Bennett (Republican), Darlene Breaux (Democratic) are on the November 3 ballot for Texas House District 149. Not on the November ballot: Hubert Vo, 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.
Dave Bennett is a retired electrical engineer with a background in critical infrastructure and cybersecurity, according to the League of Women Voters of Houston. He is a former petrochemical refining industry professional and business owner who has negotiated international safety policy, per the same source. No campaign website or questionnaire response was found as of September 11, 2026.
2026 priorities (per the League of Women Voters of Houston)
- Reducing electric bills and property taxes
- Improving electric grid reliability
Darlene Breaux is an educator with more than 25 years of experience who serves as board president of Alief ISD, according to the League of Women Voters of Houston. She is an alumna of Emerge Texas and has led policy fellows through the Texas Education Policy Institute, per the same source. No campaign website or questionnaire response was found as of September 11, 2026.
2026 priorities (per the League of Women Voters of Houston)
- Increasing basic education funding and support for special education and bilingual services
- Supporting workforce development programs aligned with high-demand jobs
- Investing in drainage, roads and broadband infrastructure
