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Dan Barrios
Candidate, U.S. House Texas District 32
Elections and appointments
Next election
March 3, 2026
Education
Graduate
University of North Texas
Personal
Profession
Business development
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Dan Barrios (Democratic Party) is running for election to the U.S. House to represent Texas' 32nd Congressional District. He is on the ballot in the Democratic primary on March 3, 2026.[source]

Barrios completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers.

Elections

2026

See also: Texas' 32nd Congressional District election, 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.

General election for U.S. House Texas District 32

Charles Harper (Independent) is running in the general election for U.S. House Texas District 32 on November 3, 2026.

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Charles Harper (Independent)

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Democratic primary

Democratic primary for U.S. House Texas District 32

Dan Barrios (D) and Anthony Bridges (D) are running in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Texas District 32 on March 3, 2026.


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Republican primary

Republican primary for U.S. House Texas District 32

The following candidates are running in the Republican primary for U.S. House Texas District 32 on March 3, 2026.


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Campaign themes

2026

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Candidate Connection

Dan Barrios completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Barrios' responses.

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Dan Barrios is a current City Councilman in Richardson, Texas, a husband, father, and former teacher. He grew up in Brownsville, Texas, and has lived in North Texas for over 25 years. Guided by a strong sense of community and service, he approaches public leadership with an approachable, people-centered style, listening carefully to constituents and building practical solutions. Drawing on his experience in local government and business development, he brings executive readiness, accountability, and results-oriented leadership to Congress.
  • Dan Barrios views public service as a moral responsibility grounded in dignity, compassion, and accountability. As a current Richardson City Council member, he helps oversee budgets, set policy, and make consequential decisions affecting residents and local businesses. He works across differences to deliver practical results, guided by respect, fiscal responsibility, and a commitment to the common good.
  • Dan Barrios is a Democrat focused on strengthening families, supporting small businesses, and expanding opportunity. Drawing on his background in business development, he supports investments in education and workforce development, policies that help small businesses grow and create local jobs, and a government guided by fairness, accountability, and common sense.
  • Dan Barrios is committed to representing all residents of Texas’s 32nd Congressional District, regardless of party or belief. He believes good governance begins with listening and leading with respect, focusing on shared values like opportunity, stability, and community. In Congress, he will bring local experience and constituent voices directly into federal decision-making.
I am passionate about building transparent and accountable government that people can trust. I care deeply about education and ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed, as well as expanding access to affordable, quality medical care. I am also committed to fostering a smart, balanced business environment that supports growth and innovation while working for families and small businesses.
Congresswoman Julie Johnson, Tx State Representative Linda Garcia, State Representative Mihaela Plesa,

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Campaign finance summary


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Dan Barrios campaign contribution history
YearOfficeStatusContributionsExpenditures
2026* U.S. House Texas District 32On the Ballot primary$25,168 $6,679
Grand total$25,168 $6,679
Sources: OpenSecretsFederal Elections Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
* Data from this year may not be complete

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