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LAURA JONES

U.S. House District 8

2026 Texas U.S. House District 8 — General Election · November 3, 2026

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Last reviewed September 17, 2026

Overview

Current race
2026 Texas U.S. House District 8 — General Election on November 3, 2026
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Official candidacy
U.S. House District 8 · Democratic · Candidate
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LAURA JONES

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FEC committee ID: C00721597

FEC committee name: LAURA JONES FOR CONGRESS

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Published website: https://laurajonesforcongress.com/

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REAL ESTATE BROKER

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Occupation: REAL ESTATE BROKER

It's Time to Take America in the RIGHT Direction!

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For the last year, I have served as the County Chair for the San Jacinto County Democrats and as the Field Director for Texas Senate District 3 under the Non-Urban Rural Caucus within the Texas Democratic Party. Growing up in Coldsprings, TX, I fell in love with the peace and tranquility of rural life, and after noticing the lack of proper representation, I decided it’s time to fight for legislation in Washington desperately needed to address flood mitigation, strengthen public education, and provide quality healthcare choices accessible to all.

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For the last year, I have served as the County Chair for the San Jacinto County Democrats and as the Field Director for Texas Senate District 3 under the Non-Urban Rural Caucus within the Texas Democratic Party. Growing up in Coldsprings, TX, I fell in love with the peace and tranquility of rural life, and after noticing the lack of proper representation, I decided it’s time to fight for legislation in Washington desperately needed to address flood mitigation, strengthen public education, and provide quality healthcare choices accessible to all.

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It's Time to Take America in the RIGHT Direction!

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As broadband expansion continues to improve access across smaller communities, economic participation increasingly extends beyond traditional employment models. Digital infrastructure now supports not only local business development, but also access to global financial systems and online market environments. Readers interested in how broadband access connects to modern financial platforms can explore our analysis on digital market participation.

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As broadband expansion continues to improve access across smaller communities, economic participation increasingly extends beyond traditional employment models. Digital infrastructure now supports not only local business development, but also access to global financial systems and online market environments. Readers interested in how broadband access connects to modern financial platforms can explore our analysis on digital market participation.

It's Time to Take America in the RIGHT Direction!

Candidate position

When the incumbent brags about “super-charged economic growth, expanded job creation, and rising wages for hard-working American families,” the citizens of District 8 are not realizing these alleged improvements in the economy in their own pocketbooks or savings accounts. The recent Tax Cuts and Jobs Act was billed as an overhaul of the tax code intended to simplify filing, reduce tax rates, and reduce withholdings so employees can increase their tax-home pay. However, as a business owner, it’s still difficult to maneuver through the current tax laws without the help of an excellent accountant. Our tax laws need to be simplified, fair, and equitable, as I will fight for Fair Taxation for Texans and all Americans. I will focus on strengthening industries in smaller towns and creating industry in towns that have none. Industry brings economic growth and new jobs. But, to attract industry, all rural areas should have access to adequate, affordable broadband service and the infrastructure to support economic growth. I will bring together resources to improve the infrastructure to meet the needs of industry.

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When the incumbent brags about “super-charged economic growth, expanded job creation, and rising wages for hard-working American families,” the citizens of District 8 are not realizing these alleged improvements in the economy in their own pocketbooks or savings accounts. The recent Tax Cuts and Jobs Act was billed as an overhaul of the tax code intended to simplify filing, reduce tax rates, and reduce withholdings so employees can increase their tax-home pay. However, as a business owner, it’s still difficult to maneuver through the current tax laws without the help of an excellent accountant. Our tax laws need to be simplified, fair, and equitable, as I will fight for Fair Taxation for Texans and all Americans. I will focus on strengthening industries in smaller towns and creating industry in towns that have none. Industry brings economic growth and new jobs. But, to attract industry, all rural areas should have access to adequate, affordable broadband service and the infrastructure to support economic growth. I will bring together resources to improve the infrastructure to meet the needs of industry.

It's Time to Take America in the RIGHT Direction!

Candidate position

Ever notice that members of Congress are often re-elected as career politicians? How about the fact the longer a member of Congress stays in office, the more special interest legislation gets drafted and considered? I believe that no elected official should be in office for more than 5 terms. Term limits will help break up the stagnation in Congress and allow an opportunity for fresh ideas and younger representatives to have a voice at the table. District 8 has a diverse landscape, economic needs, and people, which means there are a variety of issues which can be overlooked as Congress tackles proposed legislation. The point is to have a representative that votes in the best interests of District 8 and brings District 8 issues to forefront. “I welcome conversations about what is important to you. When I am elected, I will be a representative for all of the people of District 8, and I will listen to you.” ~~Laura Jones, Advocate and Candidate for 2022

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Ever notice that members of Congress are often re-elected as career politicians? How about the fact the longer a member of Congress stays in office, the more special interest legislation gets drafted and considered? I believe that no elected official should be in office for more than 5 terms. Term limits will help break up the stagnation in Congress and allow an opportunity for fresh ideas and younger representatives to have a voice at the table. District 8 has a diverse landscape, economic needs, and people, which means there are a variety of issues which can be overlooked as Congress tackles proposed legislation. The point is to have a representative that votes in the best interests of District 8 and brings District 8 issues to forefront. “I welcome conversations about what is important to you. When I am elected, I will be a representative for all of the people of District 8, and I will listen to you.” ~~Laura Jones, Advocate and Candidate for 2022

Education for Our Future

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Public education is critical to the future of Americans. Our children and grandchildren rely on the public education system regardless of our income, sex, religion, race, or socioeconomic issues. Despite the role of education in shaping our youth and our future, it is so often neglected at the federal level. Everyone wants their children to go to college, but the truth is that path isn’t for everyone. Plenty of students want to engage in hands-on careers such as welding, plumbing, agriculture, cosmetology, and even the military. High school students should have the option of graduating with trade certifications they can use to enter the workforce and begin their careers. Even in today’s technological world, our young adults should still have access to varied career and technical education options. Not only do we need to make sure we have well-paid, quality educators, but we need well-crafted, quality education that includes higher education opportunities available to all students without crippling graduates with staggering student loan debt.

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Public education is critical to the future of Americans. Our children and grandchildren rely on the public education system regardless of our income, sex, religion, race, or socioeconomic issues. Despite the role of education in shaping our youth and our future, it is so often neglected at the federal level. Everyone wants their children to go to college, but the truth is that path isn’t for everyone. Plenty of students want to engage in hands-on careers such as welding, plumbing, agriculture, cosmetology, and even the military. High school students should have the option of graduating with trade certifications they can use to enter the workforce and begin their careers. Even in today’s technological world, our young adults should still have access to varied career and technical education options. Not only do we need to make sure we have well-paid, quality educators, but we need well-crafted, quality education that includes higher education opportunities available to all students without crippling graduates with staggering student loan debt.

Living Wage Indexed to Cost of Living

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Supports raising the federal minimum wage and tying it to the local cost of living.

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Living Wage Indexed to Cost of Living

Medicare for All

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Supports expanding and improving Medicare for All, removing private insurance middlemen, and allowing government negotiation of prescription-drug and medical prices.

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Medicare for All

Lower Taxes for the 99%

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Supports reducing taxes on working families and other non-wealthy households.

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Lower Taxes for the 99%

Tax Billionaires and Large Corporations

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Supports increasing taxes on billionaires and large corporations to fund housing, schools, and infrastructure.

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Tax Billionaires and Large Corporations

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Campaign finance

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FEC candidate totals January 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026.

Total receipts
$21,980.00
Total disbursements
$16,621.43
Cash on hand
$7,859.32
Committee debt
$2,040.00
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Candidate ID: H0TX08145

Name: JONES, LAURA

Office: House

State: TX

District: TX08

Coverage start: 2025-01-01

Coverage end: 2026-06-30

Total receipts: $21980.00

Total disbursements: $16621.43

Cash on hand: $7859.32

Debts owed by committee: $2040.00

Candidate contributions: $0.00

Loans made by candidate: $0.00

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  1. Election record

    2026 Texas General Election — official candidate row

    Texas Secretary of State

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  2. Government website identity record

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  3. Candidate-owned primary source

    LAURA JONES — candidate-owned primary source 2

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  4. Campaign-finance record

    LAURA JONES — official FEC candidate totals

    Federal Election Commission

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  5. Election record

    2026 Texas General Election — final ballot certification

    Texas Secretary of State

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  6. Candidate-owned primary source

    Laura Jones — 2026 campaign platform

    Laura Jones campaign

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