Lauren Ashley Simmons
Lauren Ashley Simmons | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Texas House of Representatives from the 146th district | |
| Assumed office January 14, 2025 | |
| Preceded by | Shawn Thierry |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Houston, Texas, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Children | 2 |
| Website | Campaign website |
Lauren Ashley Simmons is an American politician. She represents the 146th district of the Texas House of Representatives.[1]
Life and career
Simmons was born in Houston, Texas. She is the mother of two children.[2]
In March 2024, Simmons defeated incumbent Shawn Thierry in the Democratic primary runoff for the 146th district of the Texas House of Representatives with 64.6% of the vote.[3] In November 2024, she defeated Republican Lance York, winning 77.7% of the vote. She succeeded Shawn Thierry. She assumed office on January 14, 2025.
References
- ^ "Lauren Ashley Simmons". Ballotpedia. Retrieved April 8, 2025.
- ^ Zuvanich, Adam (May 29, 2024). "Lauren Ashley Simmons looking toward Texas Capitol after unseating state Rep. Shawn Thierry in lopsided primary runoff". Houston Public Media. Retrieved January 2, 2025.
- ^ Scherer, Jasper (May 29, 2024). "Lauren Ashley Simmons declares victory over Texas Rep. Shawn Thierry, who broke with Democrats on LGBTQ+ votes". The Texas Tribune. Retrieved April 8, 2025.
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