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Congratulations and thanks are in order for all who helped Tarrant County flip Senate District 9 - and by an incredible margin!!0 CommentsComment on Facebook
The Midterms are Coming ... but first, the Primary!
Let's get to know Jon Rosenthal, running for Railroad Commissioner! He is the only Democrat in this race.
What is a Railroad Commissioner?
The Railroad Commission, which is made up of three elected seats, regulates oil, gas, coal and pipelines in the state. (It was originally established to regulate railroad tariffs, but railroads are now overseen by the Rail Division of the Texas Department of Transportation.) This means railroad commissioners oversee gas utility services and rates, as well as coal and uranium mining in the state.
They are responsible for licensing companies, permits for wells, and ensuring operational standards - upholding state and federal laws, including safety and environmental regulations. And super important to the individual consumer? They determine costs for natural gas delivery to homes and businesses.
TLDR; the RRC determines if they can drill/build fracking sites next to your child’s daycare center (like in Arlington), and whether you’ll pay high monthly gas bills.
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The Midterms are coming and we've shared before that we have THE MOST JUDGES running on the Democratic ticket in decades - why is this important?
Well, understanding the roles and functions of the Tarrant County courts can be confusing because, although the courts may have similar names, they have different specialties overseeing civil, criminal, juvenile, or family law matters.
Criminal cases are heard in:
- Criminal District Courts (4 courts)
- County District Courts (7 courts)
- County Criminal Courts: (10 courts)
We have two Democrats running for Tarrant County Criminal Courts - they are not in competition with one another in the Primary, as they are running for different seats: Lesa Pamplin & Julya Xander Billhymer.
Criminal court judges oversee cases where someone is accused of breaking the law, with different courts managing different levels of criminal offenses. District Courts hear felony cases, while County Courts handle misdemeanor cases. Local courts such as Justice and Municipal Courts also hear minor misdemeanor cases.
Judges in criminal courts make decisions that affect safety, fairness, and other aspects of people’s lives every single day. They can decide whether someone stays in jail or is released before trial, accept plea agreements, sentence people who are convicted, ensure people are treated fairly, and ensure constitutional rights are protected.
Tarrant County Criminal Court Judges oversee Class A and B misdemeanors such as first offense DWI, non-aggravated assault, theft under $2,500 and small amounts of marijuana possession. These courts manage high-volume cases and influence jail-overcrowding and plea bargain practices. All of the 10 Tarrant County Criminal Judiciary seats are up for election in 2026.
TLDR; your County Criminal Court Judges protect your every day safety by determining who is and is not a threat, ie: who goes to jail and who does not
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This February, the Tarrant County Democratic Party celebrates Black History Month by recognizing the pioneers who paved the way and the leaders who continue to shape our world. We are committed to listening, learning, and building a more equitable future together.
Stay tuned throughout the month for posts celebrating local Black heroes and their invaluable contributions to our community, as well as posts highlighting the road that has led us to this moment in time.
#BlackHistoryMonth
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