Who Maria is
An East Austin Democrat whose top fights are lower property taxes and better-funded public schools.
About Maria
Known as Lulu Flores, she's represented House District 51 since 2023. She names reducing property taxes and increasing public-education funding as her biggest legislative priorities.
Where they stand
- Reproductive RightsAgree
- Immigration & BorderDisagree
- Housing & AffordabilityAgree
- Public EducationAgree
- Election IntegrityAgree
- HealthcareDisagree
- Social Security & MedicareAgree
- Gun PolicyDisagree
- Climate & EnergyDisagree
Also on the ballot for TX State House • District 51
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Jessica MartinezThe Republican challenger in deep-blue East Austin.
About Jessica
Martinez is the Republican nominee for House District 51, advancing from the 2026 primary to run in a strongly Democratic East Austin seat.