DAWN BUCKINGHAM

Republican Incumbent

On ballot as: DAWN BUCKINGHAM
Current role: Texas Land Commissioner (elected 2022; since January 2023)
Background: Oculoplastic surgeon and small business owner
B.S., University of Texas at Austin
M.D., University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston
Experience: Texas Senate,
Elected land commissioner, first woman to lead the General Land Office
Top priorities: "Protect Texas lands"
"Generate billions for public education without raising our taxes"
"Serve our veterans"
"Secure our border"
"Strengthen our coast" and keep the GLO "a responsible steward" of its resources
Tidbits: School funding and state lands: "We will continue expanding responsible energy development and generating billions for public education without raising taxes."
Disaster recovery: "That means cutting red tape, communicating directly with local communities, and ensuring recovery dollars reach those in need."
Border security: "Texas has an obligation to secure its border, but we will not sacrifice our state sovereignty."
Veterans: "oversees 10 veteran nursing homes that offer respectful and special care to our veteran residents" and "5 veteran cemeteries"
Endorsements: President Donald Trump
Numerous Republican Elected Officials and Conservative Organizations – too many to list
Numerous Texas Business Associations – too numerous to list.
Combine Law Enforcement Associations of Texas
Numerous Law Enforcement Associations and Officers – too many to list
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BIZPAC
Exotic Wildlife Association
Gun Owners of America
Campaign website: dawnbuckingham.com

DAWN BUCKINGHAM

Commissioner of the General Land Office

Dawn Buckingham