Paul Thomasson

Democratic · TX

Paul Thomasson is the 2026 Democratic nominee for Texas State Senate District 5.

Healthcare Affordability (1 record), Environment and Public Health (1 record), Reduce Wealth Gap (1 record),

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Healthcare Affordability · 1 support

In a Community Impact candidate Q&A, stated support for raising the minimum wage, improving healthcare access, and reopening rural hospitals.
January 30, 2026Supports Healthcare Affordability
Source: communityimpact.com

Environment and Public Health · 1 support

In a Community Impact candidate Q&A, opposed the right of capture and said Texas water should belong to all Texans rather than only wealthy interests.
January 30, 2026Supports Environment and Public Health
Source: communityimpact.com

Reduce Wealth Gap · 1 support

In a Community Impact candidate Q&A, stated support for raising the minimum wage, improving healthcare access, and reopening rural hospitals.
January 30, 2026Supports Reduce Wealth Gap
Source: communityimpact.com

Labor Rights · 1 support

In a Community Impact candidate Q&A, stated support for raising the minimum wage, improving healthcare access, and reopening rural hospitals.
January 30, 2026Supports Labor Rights
Source: communityimpact.com

Public Infrastructure · 1 support

In a Community Impact candidate Q&A, opposed the right of capture and said Texas water should belong to all Texans rather than only wealthy interests.
January 30, 2026Supports Public Infrastructure
Source: communityimpact.com

General · 2 records

Received the Austin American-Statesman's endorsement in the 2026 Democratic primary for Texas Senate District 5.
February 8, 2026
Source: statesman.com
Community Impact reported that Paul Thomasson had served 43 years as a United Methodist pastor, worked as a political activist and community enricher, and served as a chaplain and civic-board member.
January 30, 2026
Source: communityimpact.com