Janis Holt
Janis Holt | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Texas House of Representatives from the 18th district | |
| Assumed office January 14, 2025 | |
| Preceded by | Ernest Bailes |
| Personal details | |
| Born | December 20, 1959 Groves, Texas, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Alton |
| Residence(s) | Silsbee, Texas, U.S. |
| Alma mater | Lamar University |
| Website | Campaign website |
Janis Holt (born December 20, 1959) is an American politician. She represents the 18th district of the Texas House of Representatives.[1]
In March 2024, Holt defeated incumbent Ernest Bailes in the Republican primary election for the 18th district of the Texas House of Representatives.[2] In November 2024, Holt defeated Seth Steele, winning 86.6% of the vote.[3] She succeeded Ernest Bailes. She assumed office on January 14, 2025.[1]
Texas House of Representatives
In 2025, Holt sponsored a bill to ban gender affirming care for transgender individuals of all ages.[4][5]
References
- ^ a b "Janis Holt". Ballotpedia. Retrieved December 31, 2024.
- ^ "2024 TX Republican Primary Election Results - State House District 18". Austin American-Statesman. March 28, 2024. Retrieved December 31, 2024.
- ^ "2024 TX General Election Results - State House District 18". USA TODAY. November 27, 2024. Retrieved December 31, 2024.
- ^ "89(R) HB 3399 - Introduced version - Bill Text". capitol.texas.gov. Retrieved February 28, 2025.
- ^ "TX HB3399 | Anti-trans legislation". translegislation.com. Retrieved February 28, 2025.