1. United States
2. Texas
3. Letter

I am writing to express concern regarding the delay in calling a special election to fill the vacancy in Texas’s 18th Congressional District following the passing of Representative Sylvester Turner. This district, encompassing key areas of Houston, represents over 800,000 Texans who now lack representation in Congress during a pivotal time for our nation. While state law does not impose a deadline for scheduling a special election, I urge you to act promptly to ensure the residents of this district have their voices heard. Delaying this process risks undermining democratic principles and deprives constituents of their constitutional right to representation. I respectfully request that you honor Representative Turner’s legacy by swiftly setting an election date and allowing the people of District 18 to elect their next representative. This action would demonstrate your commitment to serving all Texans, regardless of political affiliation, and uphold the integrity of our democratic process. Thank you for your attention to this matter.