Texas — Railroad Commissioner

2026 General Election · November 3, 2026

One of three members of the Railroad Commission, which today regulates the oil and gas industry, pipelines and surface mining in Texas. It is a 6-year term.

This race is on every Texas ballot.

Election Quick Facts

October 5, 2026Voter registration deadline
Oct 19–30, 2026Early voting
October 23, 2026Last day to apply for a mail ballot (received)
November 3, 2026Election Day (polls open 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.)

Source: Texas Secretary of State

2026 Candidates

3 certified for the general election

Candidate list from the Texas Secretary of State 2026 Ballot Certification. Write-in candidates are not shown.

Compare the Candidates

Where each candidate stands on the key issues facing Texas. A position appears only after we verify it from the candidate's own statements, votes or official record, with a link to the source.

IssueBo French RJon Rosenthal DArthur Dibianca L
Energy & the Electric GridResearch in progressResearch in progressResearch in progress
Environment, Climate & WaterResearch in progressResearch in progressResearch in progress