Gina Hinojosa is an American lawyer and politician currently serving as a Democratic member of the Texas House of Representatives for District 49. She assumed office on January 10, 2017, after winning the November 2016 general election, succeeding Elliott Naishtat. Hinojosa represents the 49th District in the Texas House.
5 hours ago : Texas Governor Abbott Shifts Stance on Data Center Infrastructure Amid Economic Concerns
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has pivoted from promoting data centers to questioning their impact on the state's energy grid, drawing criticism from Donald Trump regarding economic risks and potential infrastructure delays.
February 2025: Disagreement over School Voucher Legislation
In February 2025, Gina Hinojosa posted a link to a website detailing the potential financial losses for local school districts due to school voucher legislation. Governor Abbott accused Democrats of misrepresenting the legislation, and Hinojosa challenged him to a discussion, offering to educate him on school finance.
August 2025: Participated in Quorum Bust
In August 2025, Gina Hinojosa was among the 51 Democratic members of the Texas House who left the state to delay the passage of new congressional maps. During her absence, Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit to remove Hinojosa and other representatives from office.
October 15, 2025: Announced Candidacy for Governor
On October 15, 2025, Gina Hinojosa announced her candidacy for governor in the 2026 election.
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