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2026 Florida U.S. House District 19 — Republican Primary · August 18, 2026
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Last reviewed September 15, 2026Greg "Tex" Bukowski was born in 1978 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania to Denis and Brigitte Bukowski. His father, Denis, was from Pittsburgh and was the first person in the family to go to college. He became an engineer whose first job was at US Steel and later assisted on NASA's space program. His mother, Brigitte, an immigrant from Germany, was a homemaker and later an entrepreneur, selling antiques.
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August 18, 2026
Republican Voters
Representative in Congress
District 19
Catalina Lauf
Chris Collins
Greg "Tex" Bukowski
Jim Oberweis
Jim Schwartzel
John Strand
Linda J. Sawyer
Madison Cawthorn
Mike Pedersen
Ola Hawatmeh
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2271 Jessie Harbor Drive · Osprey, FL 34229
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2271 Jessie Harbor Drive
Osprey, FL 34229
Phone: (312)890-5578
2271 Jessie Harbor Drive
Osprey, FL 34229
Phone: (312)890-5578
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FEC committee ID: C00952051
FEC committee name: GREG TEX BUKOWSKI FOR CONGRESS
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Published website: https://votefortex.com/
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Greg "Tex" Bukowski was born in 1978 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania to Denis and Brigitte Bukowski. His father, Denis, was from Pittsburgh and was the first person in the family to go to college. He became an engineer whose first job was at US Steel and later assisted on NASA's space program. His mother, Brigitte, an immigrant from Germany, was a homemaker and later an entrepreneur, selling antiques.
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Greg "Tex" Bukowski was born in 1978 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania to Denis and Brigitte Bukowski. His father, Denis, was from Pittsburgh and was the first person in the family to go to college. He became an engineer whose first job was at US Steel and later assisted on NASA's space program. His mother, Brigitte, an immigrant from Germany, was a homemaker and later an entrepreneur, selling antiques.
Tex went to college at Northwestern University, a top 10, Ivy League-adjacent university near Chicago, Illinois. He graduated with high marks as a double-major, Economics and German, and was recruited by and interviewed with the CIA out of college.
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Tex went to college at Northwestern University, a top 10, Ivy League-adjacent university near Chicago, Illinois. He graduated with high marks as a double-major, Economics and German, and was recruited by and interviewed with the CIA out of college.
In 2015, Tex moved into his dream home in Austin, Texas, but, unfortunately, he went through a rough, unexpected divorce. Tex packed his bags and landed in Southwest Florida, where he rebuilt his life. He's been living there for 10+ years and has gotten involved as a small business owner (restaurant) and an elected official.
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In 2015, Tex moved into his dream home in Austin, Texas, but, unfortunately, he went through a rough, unexpected divorce. Tex packed his bags and landed in Southwest Florida, where he rebuilt his life. He's been living there for 10+ years and has gotten involved as a small business owner (restaurant) and an elected official.
Tex is now remarried to his beautiful wife, Olga, a professional fashion model, and has two amazing daughters, Reagan and Mira.
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Tex is now remarried to his beautiful wife, Olga, a professional fashion model, and has two amazing daughters, Reagan and Mira.
- Northwestern University, Class of 2000, Double Major in Economics & German
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- Northwestern University, Class of 2000, Double Major in Economics & German
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B.A. from Northwestern University (Economics), M.B.A. from University of Southern California (Entrepreneurship)
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B.A. from Northwestern University (Economics), M.B.A. from University of Southern California (Entrepreneurship)
Osprey
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Osprey
Sarasota
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Sarasota
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BUT WE CAN FIX IT if we get the right people in there. We need members of Congress who will focus on America, stand up for what's right, and stand up against tremendous money and pressure from big special interests.
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BUT WE CAN FIX IT if we get the right people in there. We need members of Congress who will focus on America, stand up for what's right, and stand up against tremendous money and pressure from big special interests.
Greg “Tex” Bukowski is a Republican candidate for Congress in Florida’s 19th Congressional District, serving Fort Myers, Naples, Cape Coral, Bonita Springs, Estero, Lee County, and Collier County. Tex is focused on conservative priorities including border security, lower taxes, support for law enforcement, energy independence, and protecting constitutional freedoms.
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Greg “Tex” Bukowski is a Republican candidate for Congress in Florida’s 19th Congressional District, serving Fort Myers, Naples, Cape Coral, Bonita Springs, Estero, Lee County, and Collier County. Tex is focused on conservative priorities including border security, lower taxes, support for law enforcement, energy independence, and protecting constitutional freedoms.
In 2006, Tex moved back to Chicago to become an entrepreneur and start a business. He would go on to found Moldman and the Water Boys, a mold and water damage restoration company, which would eventually become a franchise with 10+ locations (and growing!).
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In 2006, Tex moved back to Chicago to become an entrepreneur and start a business. He would go on to found Moldman and the Water Boys, a mold and water damage restoration company, which would eventually become a franchise with 10+ locations (and growing!).
A: Absolutely! I wouldn't run if I didn't. I have a message, a plan, and I believe I have a shot. And that's all you can ask for.
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A: Absolutely! I wouldn't run if I didn't. I have a message, a plan, and I believe I have a shot. And that's all you can ask for.
A: I'm primarily self-funding. I'm running my campaign on a shoestring budget, and doing pretty much everything myself, including this website. I'm also getting support from friends, family, and small-dollar donors. Tex is a man of the people. Tex is beholden to no one. (NOTE FROM TEX: If you're reading this, please consider making a small-dollar donation. Every little bit helps, and I can sure use the help!)
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A: I'm primarily self-funding. I'm running my campaign on a shoestring budget, and doing pretty much everything myself, including this website. I'm also getting support from friends, family, and small-dollar donors. Tex is a man of the people. Tex is beholden to no one. (NOTE FROM TEX: If you're reading this, please consider making a small-dollar donation. Every little bit helps, and I can sure use the help!)
A: Hmmm...OK here's one...I cut my own hair! I first tried it a few years ago after I heard that George Clooney did it. And I like it! I've gotten pretty good at it. It saves me a ton of time and money. I've calculated that I will save over $10,000 in my lifetime by cutting my own hair. It's frugality like that which is needed in Washington, DC! Ha ha.
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A: Hmmm...OK here's one...I cut my own hair! I first tried it a few years ago after I heard that George Clooney did it. And I like it! I've gotten pretty good at it. It saves me a ton of time and money. I've calculated that I will save over $10,000 in my lifetime by cutting my own hair. It's frugality like that which is needed in Washington, DC! Ha ha.
Lower Debt & Deficits
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Lower Debt & Deficits
Like many Americans, I believe our country works best when government is accountable to the people, spending is responsible, individual liberty is protected, and local communities have the freedom to solve problems without unnecessary federal interference.
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Like many Americans, I believe our country works best when government is accountable to the people, spending is responsible, individual liberty is protected, and local communities have the freedom to solve problems without unnecessary federal interference.
I believe elected officials should be accessible, transparent, and willing to answer tough questions from the people they serve. This campaign is built around meeting voters throughout Southwest Florida, hearing their concerns, and offering practical conservative leadership.
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I believe elected officials should be accessible, transparent, and willing to answer tough questions from the people they serve. This campaign is built around meeting voters throughout Southwest Florida, hearing their concerns, and offering practical conservative leadership.
I'm running because I believe Congress should focus on solving problems instead of creating them. The people of Florida's 19th District deserve a representative who will work every day to protect their interests and defend the values that have made America the strongest and most prosperous nation in the world.
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I'm running because I believe Congress should focus on solving problems instead of creating them. The people of Florida's 19th District deserve a representative who will work every day to protect their interests and defend the values that have made America the strongest and most prosperous nation in the world.
Support for law enforcement
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Support for law enforcement
Every voter deserves to understand where candidates stand, how they plan to serve their district, and what experience they bring. I encourage every voter to read my positions, attend campaign events, ask questions, and make an informed decision.
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Every voter deserves to understand where candidates stand, how they plan to serve their district, and what experience they bring. I encourage every voter to read my positions, attend campaign events, ask questions, and make an informed decision.
Supporting Small Businesses
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Supporting Small Businesses
Small businesses are the backbone of our local economy. Entrepreneurs create jobs, strengthen communities, and drive innovation.
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Small businesses are the backbone of our local economy. Entrepreneurs create jobs, strengthen communities, and drive innovation.
Government should encourage responsible economic growth by creating an environment where businesses can invest, hire employees, and compete successfully.
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Government should encourage responsible economic growth by creating an environment where businesses can invest, hire employees, and compete successfully.
Veterans deserve timely access to the benefits and services they have earned. Our nation also has a responsibility to ensure active-duty service members have the resources they need to defend America and return home safely.
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Veterans deserve timely access to the benefits and services they have earned. Our nation also has a responsibility to ensure active-duty service members have the resources they need to defend America and return home safely.
Supporting those who protect our neighborhoods helps create safer communities throughout Southwest Florida.
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Supporting those who protect our neighborhoods helps create safer communities throughout Southwest Florida.
Fiscal responsibility today helps protect opportunities for future generations.
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Fiscal responsibility today helps protect opportunities for future generations.
Protecting Constitutional Rights
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Protecting Constitutional Rights
The Constitution provides the framework for our republic and protects the liberties enjoyed by every American.
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The Constitution provides the framework for our republic and protects the liberties enjoyed by every American.
Public officials should respect constitutional principles and faithfully uphold the rule of law while representing the people who elected them.
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Public officials should respect constitutional principles and faithfully uphold the rule of law while representing the people who elected them.
Protecting constitutional rights
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Protecting constitutional rights
I think we already have good immigration laws on the books -- they just need to be strictly enforced. While I'm supportive of legal immigration, in general, I do think it's been exploited and several legal channels should be cut back or eliminated, such as H1-B work visas. There's no good reason Americans can't be doing the high-paying tech jobs that are currently going to foreigners (who then later bring in their entire extended family).
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I think we already have good immigration laws on the books -- they just need to be strictly enforced. While I'm supportive of legal immigration, in general, I do think it's been exploited and several legal channels should be cut back or eliminated, such as H1-B work visas. There's no good reason Americans can't be doing the high-paying tech jobs that are currently going to foreigners (who then later bring in their entire extended family).
I do not. I believe our free market system eventually fixes problems/threats because new products and technologies emerge from market demand. Look at electric cars -- they were primarily a result of people wanting to drive cleaner cars, and now they are everywhere and their owners love them. It's an incredible success story. A negative turned into a positive.
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I do not. I believe our free market system eventually fixes problems/threats because new products and technologies emerge from market demand. Look at electric cars -- they were primarily a result of people wanting to drive cleaner cars, and now they are everywhere and their owners love them. It's an incredible success story. A negative turned into a positive.
1. Ending war 2. Bringing down high prices
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1. Ending war 2. Bringing down high prices
Freedom of speech is included in the First Amendment because it's the most important. We can't have a free country without freedom of speech. BUT I believe we need to keep it simple and specific. To me, "Freedom of Speech" is only about speaking and writing. It's the freedom to speak and write without being arrested or harassed from my government. I do not think it includes "freedom of spending money" like our Supreme Court ruled. That interpretation, to me, has allowed big money to enter and influence our politics, and ruined it in many ways.
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Freedom of speech is included in the First Amendment because it's the most important. We can't have a free country without freedom of speech. BUT I believe we need to keep it simple and specific. To me, "Freedom of Speech" is only about speaking and writing. It's the freedom to speak and write without being arrested or harassed from my government. I do not think it includes "freedom of spending money" like our Supreme Court ruled. That interpretation, to me, has allowed big money to enter and influence our politics, and ruined it in many ways.
The President. But Congress has the right to cut off the money/funding. I think Congress should use that power more often to control federal agencies that are out of control.
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The President. But Congress has the right to cut off the money/funding. I think Congress should use that power more often to control federal agencies that are out of control.
I'm a big fan of public education but I think it should be entirely run at the state or local level. I think the federal government's only role should be to set some basic standards that teachers need to teach to and students need to achieve. We spend more money per student that almost all other countries, and we get terrible results. Most of the money is wasted in layers of bureaucracy.
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I'm a big fan of public education but I think it should be entirely run at the state or local level. I think the federal government's only role should be to set some basic standards that teachers need to teach to and students need to achieve. We spend more money per student that almost all other countries, and we get terrible results. Most of the money is wasted in layers of bureaucracy.
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Candidate ID: H6FL19335
Name: BUKOWSKI, GREGORY
Office: House
State: FL
District: FL19
Coverage start: 2026-04-01
Coverage end: 2026-06-30
Total receipts: $20851.42
Total disbursements: $11374.94
Cash on hand: $9476.48
Debts owed by committee: $15020.00
Candidate contributions: $0.00
Loans made by candidate: $15020.00
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