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Learn more about candidates Milah Flores and Casey Shepard, who advanced to the Democratic primary runoff for U.S. House of Representatives District 17.
The winner will face the Republican nominee, incumbent Pete Sessions, in the general election in November.
What's new
Following the March 3 election, Flores suspended her campaign and endorsed Shepard, according to posts on her Facebook and Instagram accounts.
The southwestern corner of District 17 includes parts of Williamson County. The district stretches north up to Waco and east to the Lufkin area.
What to bring to the polls
Voters should bring a photo ID with them to the polls. According to the secretary of state's office, acceptable forms of photo ID include:
I am an attorney focused on indigent criminal defense.
With district boundaries and representation changing, how will you ensure your constituents have the resources they need?
I believe in transparency and timely communication. I plan to use social media much like Rep. Melanie Stansbury—through live streams, summary videos, and multiple channels of direct correspondence—so constituents can stay informed and engaged in real time.
What would your top priorities be if elected?
My first priority in office would be fighting what I see as significant executive-branch overreach through strong oversight, targeted defunding of programs when appropriate, and, if warranted, impeachment. While that fight continues through 2028, my top legislative focus will be ensuring Americans are fed, healthy, and living in safe, stable homes.
Nonprofit financial assistance coordinator; Former Space Force executive assistant; Veteran Advocate; Homeland Security graduate degree
With district boundaries and representation changing, how will you ensure your constituents have the resources they need?
I’ll build a District 17 Service Desk with county based office hours and fast, transparent casework. We’ll publish simple guides for VA benefits, Social Security, disaster aid, and small business support. As boundaries shift, I’ll keep showing up online and in person so no community falls through the cracks.
What would your top priorities be if elected?
Lower costs by protecting Social Security and Medicare, cutting prescription prices, and pushing back on utility and insurance spikes. Strengthen rural county health care and expand mental health facilities across the district. Health care, including mental health care, is a human right. Invest in broadband, roads, workforce training, and public schools.
