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Bently Paiz
Bently Paiz (Democratic Party) is running for election to the Texas House of Representatives to represent District 120. He declared candidacy for the Democratic primary scheduled on March 3, 2026.
Paiz completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Bently Paiz was born in New Braunfels, Texas. He earned a high school diploma from New Braunfels High School. Paiz's career experience includes working in telecommunications as a fiber optic technician.[1]
Elections
2026
See also: Texas House of Representatives elections, 2026
General election
The primary will occur on March 3, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. General election candidates will be added here following the primary.
Democratic primary
Democratic primary for Texas House of Representatives District 120
Incumbent Barbara Gervin-Hawkins (D), Jordan Brown (D), and Bently Paiz (D) are running in the Democratic primary for Texas House of Representatives District 120 on March 3, 2026.
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Campaign themes
2026
Ballotpedia survey responses
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Bently Paiz completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Paiz's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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At just 14, Bently found his passion for community service and began giving back to the neighborhoods that shaped him. From volunteering with local nonprofits to supporting small businesses and mentoring youth, he has dedicated his life to strengthening the connections that bring people together. Now running for State Representative, Bently is determined to honor the legacy of families like his own who built this region from the ground up. He believes in fighting for a Texas where every resident — no matter their background — has the opportunity to thrive.
For Bently, this campaign is about more than politics; it’s about people. He’s committed to ensuring strong public schools, safe neighborhoods, and an economy that works for everyone. He envisions a Texas where progress uplifts all communities, and every voice is heard in Austin.
His dedication to District 120 is rooted in gratitude and a promise to lead with integrity, transparency, and heart. Together, Bently believes we can build a future that honors our past, meets today’s challenges, and creates lasting opportunity for generations to come.- Complete Reform of Public Schools
- Expanding Rental, Utility & Food Assistance Programs
- Overhauling & Funding our Mental Healthcare System
Public service should be about showing up for the community — listening, learning, and fighting for those who don’t have a voice. It takes humility to admit when something isn’t working and strength to stand up against systems that are broken.
That means fighting for fair funding for schools, protecting working families, and ensuring that every community — not just the wealthy or well-connected — gets its fair share of resources. It also means being proactive: showing up in neighborhoods, meeting with local leaders, and building real relationships so policy reflects real experiences.
For me, this isn’t about power or titles — it’s about people. I want my legacy to reflect the struggles and hopes of those who’ve been overlooked or left behind. I want to leave behind stronger schools, a fairer economy, and a system that actually helps families get through hard times instead of pushing them further down.
Working long hours on my feet, balancing school, and helping customers from all walks of life showed me early on what real work looks like and how deeply connected service jobs are to the heart of our communities. It gave me perspective on what so many working families face every day, and it’s one of the biggest reasons I’m so focused on building policies that lift people up, not leave them behind.
There was never really a childhood for me. From the moment I could do something to help, I had no choice but to step up. I had to adapt quickly and learn to survive in an environment where nothing came easy. My family faced struggles that went far beyond finances — from battling addiction to navigating a healthcare system that often failed us. It taught me how broken things really are when people who are trying their best still can’t get the help they need.
This reality is made worse by a mental health system that’s stretched thin and a public education system that’s been neglected for years. Families are carrying enormous pressure — from rising costs to limited access to resources that should be readily available — but of course when support isn’t there, people lose hope. These aren’t isolated problems; they’re all connected. A struggling parent means a struggling household, and that impacts the next generation too.
One of the biggest problems right now is that the system hasn’t evolved with the times. Inflation, housing costs, and everyday expenses have outpaced outdated eligibility standards. That’s why our proposal includes a process to regularly update these standards based on economic shifts, world events, and cost-of-living changes — so families aren’t punished by a system that refuses to adapt.
We’re also including stronger vetting and accountability measures to make sure support reaches those most affected by hardship, not those exploiting loopholes. This isn’t just about handing out aid; it’s about creating stability, dignity, and opportunity.
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Campaign finance summary
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See also
2026 Elections
External links
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Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on October 9, 2025
