Perla Hopkins

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Perla Hopkins

Republican Party

Candidate, Lieutenant Governor of Texas

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 8, 2022

Next election

March 3, 2026

Education

Bachelor's

Excelsior College

Graduate

Mississippi State University

Graduate

Northwestern State University of Louisiana

Military

Service / branch

U.S. Air Force

Personal

Birthplace

California

Contact

Campaign website

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Perla Hopkins (Republican Party) is running for election for Lieutenant Governor of Texas. She is on the ballot in the Republican primary on March 3, 2026.^[source]

Biography

Perla Hopkins was born in California. She served in the U.S. Air Force. She earned a bachelor's degree from Excelsior College, a graduate degree from the Northwestern State University of Louisiana, and two graduate degrees from Mississippi State University.

Elections

2026

See also: Texas lieutenant gubernatorial election, 2026

General election

The primary will occur on April 12, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. General election candidates will be added here following the primary.

General election for Lieutenant Governor of Texas

Mike Collier (Independent) is running in the general election for Lieutenant Governor of Texas on November 3, 2026.

		Candidate
		Mike Collier (Independent)

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Democratic primary

Democratic primary for Lieutenant Governor of Texas

Vikki Goodwin (D), Courtney Head (D), and Marcos Velez (D) are running in the Democratic primary for Lieutenant Governor of Texas on March 3, 2026.

		Candidate
		Vikki Goodwin
		Courtney Head
		Marcos Velez

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Republican primary

Republican primary for Lieutenant Governor of Texas

Incumbent Dan Patrick (R), Perla Hopkins (R), Timothy Mabry (R), and Esala Wueschner (R) are running in the Republican primary for Lieutenant Governor of Texas on March 3, 2026.

		Candidate
		Dan Patrick
		Perla Hopkins
		Timothy Mabry
		Esala Wueschner

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Green Party convention

Green convention for Lieutenant Governor of Texas

Kevin McCormick (G) is running in the Green Party convention for Lieutenant Governor of Texas on April 11, 2026.

		Candidate
		Kevin McCormick

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Libertarian Party convention

Libertarian convention for Lieutenant Governor of Texas

Anthony Cristo (L) is running in the Libertarian Party convention for Lieutenant Governor of Texas on April 12, 2026.

		Candidate
		Anthony Cristo

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Board of education

See also: Texas State Board of Education election, 2022

General election

General election for Texas State Board of Education District 5

Incumbent Rebecca Bell-Metereau defeated Perla Hopkins in the general election for Texas State Board of Education District 5 on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Rebecca Bell-Metereau (D)	63.8	419,391
		Perla Hopkins (R)	36.2	237,773

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 657,164
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Mark Loewe (R)

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Texas State Board of Education District 5

Incumbent Rebecca Bell-Metereau defeated Juan Juárez and Kevin Guico in the Democratic primary for Texas State Board of Education District 5 on March 1, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Rebecca Bell-Metereau	73.7	91,899
		Juan Juárez	19.8	24,667
		Kevin Guico	6.5	8,077

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 124,643
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Texas State Board of Education District 5

Mark Loewe defeated Robert Morrow in the Republican primary for Texas State Board of Education District 5 on March 1, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Mark Loewe	53.5	39,106
	Submit photo	Robert Morrow	46.5	33,975

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 73,081
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State House

See also: Texas House of Representatives elections, 2022

General election

General election for Texas House of Representatives District 19

Ellen Troxclair defeated Pam Baggett in the general election for Texas House of Representatives District 19 on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Ellen Troxclair (R)	72.7	70,492
		Pam Baggett (D)	27.3	26,533

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 97,025
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Emilee Jordan (Independent)
• Kodi Sawin (Independent)

Republican primary runoff election

Republican primary runoff for Texas House of Representatives District 19

Ellen Troxclair defeated Justin Berry in the Republican primary runoff for Texas House of Representatives District 19 on May 24, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Ellen Troxclair	56.5	12,573
		Justin Berry	43.5	9,677

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 22,250
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Texas House of Representatives District 19

Pam Baggett advanced from the Democratic primary for Texas House of Representatives District 19 on March 1, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Pam Baggett	100.0	5,898

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 5,898
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Texas House of Representatives District 19

Ellen Troxclair and Justin Berry advanced to a runoff. They defeated Nubia Devine and Perla Hopkins in the Republican primary for Texas House of Representatives District 19 on March 1, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Ellen Troxclair	38.2	12,435
✔		Justin Berry	35.4	11,523
	Submit photo	Nubia Devine	21.7	7,072
		Perla Hopkins	4.6	1,490

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 32,520
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Campaign themes

2026

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Campaign website

Hopkins' campaign website stated the following:

“	Priorities and Issues If Perla is elected, within the first 30 days of being sworn in as Lt Governor, she will propose multiple bills be brought to the House Floor, each open for debate, for a clear and fair vote. The bills will address top priorities for Texans everywhere! Eliminate Property Taxes You pay tax when you purchase your home. You shouldn't have to pay more forever ever after. Texans should be able to own their home without paying property taxes indefinitely. She has signed the EPT Pledge, and proposes Restore Texas Education We should be #1. A renewed focus on the basics in reading, writing, STEM and CIVICS. We can inspire our students to love America, work hard, and achieve the American Dream. Stop Foreign Land Grabs Texas is not for sale. We will stop land grabs, especially near TX military bases. Ban Sharia Law & Courts in Texas. Investigate Schools and Mosques tied to terrorist organizations. Constitutional Rights Preserve, Protect, and Uphold the U.S. Constitution and the Constitution of the Great State of Texas. I will safeguard every citizen's right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Protect free speech, and our heritage, both American and Texan. Defend Human Rights & Right to Life As a conservative Christian mother, I believe in the sanctity of all life. Abortion Homicide Exemption - only to be used in the most extreme circumstances, such as when a mother's life is at risk (non-elective). The importance of children's rights and family values. The right to self-defense, to keep and bear arms, and lawful carry. Medical Freedom As a proud Texan, I'm firmly in favor of medical freedom. Specifically, Informed Consent - your right to receive medical information and presentation of options and have the liberty to make your own decision in regard to your health. Equally important is the right of parents and guardians to be informed of and approve medical care provided to their children, most specifically in schools. Parental Rights Fierce advocacy of parents' rights regarding the education their children receive in public schoolsme. As such, parents should not be viewed as an "interruption" at school board meetings, but their voices should be heard and their presence respected.​ The Open Meetings Act and First Amendment will be a top priority. Keeping Texans Safe Safety for Texans is paramount! We will continue continued construction of our southern border wall, preventing unlawful entries, and appropriately staffing and supporting our border agents, defenders, and first responders. Election Integrity The election process should be transparent, fair, and accurate. I will support bills and procedures that ensure Texans are represented and that their vote counts. I will work to make sure that voter registration processes are secure and that use of an identification card be a requirement. Ending Trafficking Texas ranks #2 in the United States in human trafficking. This is not acceptable. Amber Alerts flood our phones, reminding us of this crisis. Keeping our kids safe, securing the border, and enacting legislation with zero tolerance for human trafficking offenses.	”
—Perla Hopkins campaign website (2026)

2022

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Campaign finance summary

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Perla Hopkins campaign contribution history

Year	Office	Status	Contributions	Expenditures
2022	Texas House of Representatives District 19	Lost primary	$0	$0
2022	Texas State Board of Education District 5	Lost general	$32,080	$31,573
Grand total			$32,080	$31,573
Sources: OpenSecrets,  Federal Elections Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).

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