Ashley Thornton
Democratic · TX
Ashley Thornton is a Democratic candidate for State Representative in State House District 56 (2024) in 2026.
Where Ashley Thornton stands, based on their records
Supports
Environment and Public Health (1 record), Public Education Quality (1 record), Civil Rights (1 record),
Track record
Track record — Environment and Public Health
Environment and Public Health · 1 support
Spoke at a House District 56 candidate forum. Supported fuller public information on a proposed Lacy Lakeview data center. Named its water, electricity, noise and light impacts.
February 18, 2026Supports Environment and Public Health
Source: kwtx.com
Track record — Public Education Quality
Public Education Quality · 1 support
On May 2, 2023, Ashley Thornton submitted written public comment to the Texas House opposing SB 1515, arguing that requiring the Ten Commandments in public-school classrooms would violate religious freedom and divert attention from core public-education needs.
May 2, 2023Supports Public Education Quality
Source: capitol.texas.gov
Track record — Civil Rights
Civil Rights · 1 support
On May 2, 2023, Ashley Thornton submitted written public comment to the Texas House opposing SB 1515, arguing that requiring the Ten Commandments in public-school classrooms would violate religious freedom and divert attention from core public-education needs.
May 2, 2023Supports Civil Rights
Source: capitol.texas.gov
Track record — Public Infrastructure
Public Infrastructure · 1 support
Founded Waco Walks in October 2016, an organization devoted to exploring Waco on foot and advocating for a more walkable community.
October 1, 2016Supports Public Infrastructure
Source: archive.strongtowns.org
Past race Ashley Thornton ran in:
- State Representative · November 3, 2026 · State House District 56; Texas