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Hays County, Texas

Texas House District 73

Isaac and Fox are on the November 3, 2026 ballot. Names follow official Hays County election filings.

About this race

Carrie Isaac (Republican), Merrie Fox (Democratic) are on the November 3 ballot for Texas House District 73; Carrie Isaac is the sitting member, per the Texas House of Representatives' official 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.

What this office does

State legislator. State legislators write and vote on state laws and the state budget, which fund schools, roads, prisons, universities and health programs, and set the rules for local governments and elections. Each member represents one district and serves on committees that shape bills before a floor vote. Terms are two years in most state houses and four in most state senates.

This race. Elected by district: only voters who live in the district see this race on their ballot. The sitting officeholder, Carrie Isaac, is on the ballot.

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Carrie Isaac

Carrie Isaac

RepublicanIncumbent

Top priorities

From the campaign site

  • Reform the property tax system and cut taxes for families
  • Uphold American values
  • Ensure a quality education
Biography

Fourth-generation Texan with a master's degree in health education who is Executive Director of DEWIT, a nonprofit that provides financial assistance to veterans, per the campaign site. Served on her local Helping Hands food pantry board for over a decade and completed a full-length IRONMAN, per the campaign site. Carrie Isaac worked with nonprofits focused on removing barriers to opportunity and improving health and wellness outcomes before her election, according to her official House biography. She holds a bachelor's degree from Stephen F. Austin State University and a master's degree from Purdue University Global, and was the first in her family to graduate college. She is the incumbent seeking reelection to House District 73.

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Merrie Fox

Democratic

Top priorities

From the campaign site

  • Strengthening public schools
  • Protecting the Texas Hill Country's natural resources
  • Supporting families and communities across the district
Biography

Merrie Fox is a retired educator who spent 31 years in public schools as a teacher, assistant principal and principal, and now serves as executive director of Circle Arts Theatre in New Braunfels, according to her campaign site. She holds a Ph.D. in educational leadership and previously led three schools that earned top state accountability ratings. She is running as a Democrat for Texas House District 73.

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Questions about this race

Who is running for Texas House District 73 in 2026?

2 candidates are tracked for Texas House District 73, headed to a November 3, 2026 runoff: Carrie Isaac and Merrie Fox. Candidate information follows official Hays County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

When is the Texas House District 73 election in Texas?

Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Registration deadlines, early voting dates and mail ballot rules for Texas are on the Texas election hub at theballotbrief.com.

How do I see my exact Hays County ballot?

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Candidate roster from official Hays County and state election office filings, last verified October 26, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.

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Hays County Commissioner, Precinct 2Hays County Commissioner, Precinct 4Hays County Criminal District AttorneySee all 21 Hays County races
Candidate profiles
Carrie Isaac, full profileMerrie Fox, full profileOfficial Texas election office