Thurman Bill Bartie

Democratic · U.S. House, District 14, Texas
General election Tuesday, Nov 3, 2026

← Texas U.S. House, District 14 race · All Texas races

Thurman Bill Bartie

Democratic · Candidate for U.S. House, District 14, Texas

Also running: Randy Weber (R)

Where Bartie stands

Position history

  1. Published Sep 2, 2026 · Jobs, wages & cost of living
    Economic Pressures and Cost of Living. Families across Southeast Texas grapple with elevated everyday expenses, specifically higher costs for groceries, utility and energy bills, and motor fuel. <br>Rapid growth in surrounding suburban real estate contrasts with tight inventory and rising home prices, creating affordability constraints for working-class and middle-income residents.
  2. Published Sep 2, 2026 · Jobs, wages & cost of living
    Our greatest challenge over the next 5 years will be untangling the corruption and instilling in the American people confidence in government and that it is here to serve you. We have no Kings! People are hungry and are looking for change. <br>The biggest challenges facing Texas will include severe weather and hurricane recovery, aging local infrastructure, managing the economics of a growing and diverse population. Within the region, other issues such as Disaster Preparedness & Recovery, Infrastructure and Workforce Needs, Homelessness, Healthcare Access, Soaring Insurance and Maintenance Costs and Cost of Living.