Tarrant County Commissioners Court Election

About This Race

The Tarrant County Commissioners Court election in 2026 will determine members of the governing body responsible for policy-making, budget approval, and oversight of county services in Texas' third-most populous county. The court consists of a county judge and four commissioners elected from precincts, with multiple seats likely up for election in 2026.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date: November 3, 2026
Registration Deadline: October 7, 2026
Early Voting Starts: October 19, 2026
Early Voting Ends: November 1, 2026

How to Vote

To vote in Tarrant County, Texas, residents must register by October 7, 2026, either online through the Texas Secretary of State’s voter portal, by mail, or in person at the county elections office. On Election Day or during early voting (October 19–November 1), voters can cast ballots at any vote center in Tarrant County with a valid photo ID, such as a Texas driver license, state ID, passport, or military ID.

Incumbent

Republican

Gary Fickes

Tarrant County Commissioner, Precinct 3

Biography

Gary Fickes is a longtime Tarrant County public servant who has served as Commissioner for Precinct 3 since 2007. A former Grapevine city council member and businessman, he is seeking re-election to continue his work on infrastructure, public safety, and fiscal responsibility in the precinct.

Campaign Website

Democratic

Chris Lopez

Tarrant County Commissioner, Precinct 3

Biography

Chris Lopez is a community organizer and small business owner from Arlington who has advocated for affordable housing, transportation equity, and environmental justice in Tarrant County. He is challenging the incumbent to bring greater diversity and progressive priorities to the Commissioners Court.

Campaign Website

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