Three candidates are running for the Senate District 9 seat during the Nov. 4 election. Two Republicans from Southlake and a Fort Worth Democrat will be up for election to represent Tarrant County in the Texas Senate. The seat became vacant this summer when former Sen. Kelly Hancock resigned from the Legislature to lead the state comptroller’s office .

What you need to know

Candidates running for the seat were asked to complete a questionnaire from Community Impact . They were asked to keep responses under 50 words, answer the questions provided and avoid attacking opponents. Answers may have been edited or cut to adhere to those guidelines, or for style and clarity.

For more information about your local ballot, visit www.communityimpact.com/voter-guide .

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