Two Southlake Republicans and a Fort Worth Democrat are vying for Texas Senate District 9 seat, appearing at the top of voters’ ballots above 17 constitutional amendment proposals .

The candidates are Republican John Huffman , former Southlake mayor; Democrat Taylor Rehmet , Air Force veteran and union organizer; and Republican Leigh Wambsganss , chief communications officer for the Patriot Mobile wireless service provider.

Today’s election results conclude a fast-track campaign season of about five months. The special election was triggered when Kelly Hancock resigned from the seat to become acting state comptroller .

Because the race is to fill a vacant seat, no primary was necessary. The winner will serve the remainder of Hancock’s term, which ends in January 2027, and

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