Ricardo Martinez (Texas)
Ricardo Martinez (Republican Party) is running for election to the Texas House of Representatives to represent District 125. He is on the ballot in the Republican primary on March 3, 2026.[source]
Martinez completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers.
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 125
Michelle Barrientes Vela (D), Carlos Antonio Raymond (D), Adrian Reyna (D), and Donovon Rodriguez (D) are running in the Democratic primary for Texas House of Representatives District 125 on March 3, 2026.
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Republican primary
Republican primary for Texas House of Representatives District 125
Ricardo Martinez (R) and Chuck Mercer IV (R) are running in the Republican primary for Texas House of Representatives District 125 on March 3, 2026.
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Campaign themes
2026
Ballotpedia survey responses
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Ricardo Martinez completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Martinez's responses.
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- I am running for the Texas House of Representatives to be a strong, accessible voice for District 125, focused on serving families, small businesses, and neighborhoods through practical, results-driven leadership. I believe state government should work efficiently, responsibly, and transparently for the people it serves.
- My priorities include strengthening public safety, lowering the cost of living by supporting property tax relief, protecting parental rights in education, and encouraging economic growth that keeps jobs and opportunity in Texas. I support policies that promote energy reliability, infrastructure improvements, and responsible fiscal management.
- I bring real-world experience as a business owner and community advocate, not as a career politician. I am committed to listening to constituents, working across issues with integrity, and making decisions based on common sense, accountability, and the long-term well-being of Texas families.
Safety is personal to me and to the families of District 125. This district has been represented by the same party for decades, yet residents continue to see rising crime, unsafe neighborhoods, and growing concerns about drugs, human trafficking, and quality of life. I believe our community deserves better results. I am committed to supporting law enforcement and first responders, ensuring laws are enforced, and advancing policies that prioritize safe streets, secure schools, and strong communities. Real leadership means addressing problems, not ignoring them, and delivering measurable improvements for the people we serve.
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Campaign finance summary
Campaign finance information for this candidate is not yet available from OpenSecrets. That information will be published here once it is available.
See also
2026 Elections
External links
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