Rhett Rosenquest Smith

Republican

On ballot as: Rhett Rosenquest Smith
Current role: Security officer
Background: Degree, University of Texas at Austin (1973) (per his Ballotpedia survey)
U.S. Navy (1979–1983) (per same survey)
Describes himself as an "extensive political volunteer and strategist" (per same survey)
Experience: Several previous runs for office (per San Antonio Report)
Past runs include San Antonio mayor and Bexar County judge (per San Antonio Report)
Ran for State Board of Education (per his Ballotpedia survey)
Republican primary (March 3, 2026): advanced
Top priorities: In a Ballotpedia survey: "We must deal with religious freedom. The state board of education needs guidance on this."
"We must protect our families and guarantee safety from foreign threats as well as domestic violence."
"We must recognize and honor our US veterans and their service"
"We must spend tax payer monies wisely and responsibly."
Tidbits: Abortion: No public statement found
Border and immigration: No public statement found
Guns: No public statement found
Public schools and vouchers: No public statement found
Property taxes: No public statement found
Claims and the record
Controversies: None found in the news coverage we reviewed
Endorsements: None found in our research
Campaign website: Not found

State Representative, District 116