Texas State House District 137

“I’m running because District 137 has some of Houston’s highest crime rates and lowest incomes. As an immigrant, I believe people come to America seeking freedom, opportunity and a better life.” (Community Impact Candidate Q&A (September 4, 2026))

“My top priorities are crime, job training and infrastructure. We need to address crime directly while expanding skilled-trades training for high school students and adults.” (Community Impact Candidate Q&A (September 4, 2026))

“The biggest challenge is opportunity. People want good-paying jobs, but many lack the skills needed to obtain them.” (Community Impact Candidate Q&A (September 4, 2026))

“The biggest challenges include immigration enforcement, environmental impacts, and access to education and public transportation. We need to focus on the improvement of social determinants of health that would uplift Gulfton and surrounding neighborhoods.” (Community Impact Candidate Q&A (September 4, 2026))

“I will continue to focus on affordability for all Texans which includes cost of living, fair wages, property taxes, fair rent, medical and homeowners insurance costs.” (Community Impact Candidate Q&A (September 4, 2026))

“Our office partners with local organizations to ensure they have supplies and services available to our community.” (Community Impact Candidate Q&A (September 4, 2026))