Texas voters cast ballots in the Railroad Commission race between Republican nominee Bo French and Democrat state Rep. Jon Rosenthal of Houston on Election Day 2026.
Where
Statewide
When
Nov. 3, 2026
Sources
Reported by 12 outlets
Taxes and money
None stated in sources.
Who's involved
Bo FrenchRepublican nominee for Texas Railroad Commissioner
Jon RosenthalDemocratic candidate for Texas Railroad Commissioner, state representative from Houston
The facts
The Texas Railroad Commission regulates the state's oil and gas industry.1
Either candidate's victory would result in a Republican majority on the commission.1
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