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Federal · November 3, 2026 General Election

U.S. Representative, District 38

2-year term

Your one voice in the U.S. House. Votes on federal laws and the federal budget — and only the House can start tax and spending bills.

What this office does

The U.S. House of Representatives makes and passes federal laws — it is one of Congress's two chambers (the other is the U.S. Senate). The House has up to 435 voting representatives, apportioned to the states by population, and each representative is elected to a two-year term serving the people of a specific congressional district. Representatives introduce bills and resolutions, offer amendments, and serve on committees.

Source: U.S. House — The House Explained

On the ballot

What we compareJon BonckMelissa McDonoughAlex McMenemy
Raised$1.64M$1,644,127 in total receipts, through Jun 30, 2026 — Federal Election Commission — candidate financial summary
Individuals 66% · PACs & committees 11% · Own money 23%
$67K$66,929 in total receipts, through Jun 30, 2026 — Federal Election Commission — candidate financial summary
Individuals 56% · PACs & committees 2% · Own money 42%
Under $2003%$29,342 of the $997,671 broken out by gift size came in under $200 — Federal Election Commission — candidate financial summary of gifts broken out by size47%$17,446 of the $37,386 broken out by gift size came in under $200 — Federal Election Commission — candidate financial summary of gifts broken out by size
Their wordsMy mission is simple: to honor God, defend our values, and fight for a future where faith, family, and freedom still have a place in this country.Jon Bonck for Congress – jonbonck.com — self-reported ↗As parents it was our responsibility to educate our children. Whom we choose to partner with is a choice but ultimately it is our responsibility to make sure at the end of each school year our boys are accomplished in all areas of academic, spiritual, and life lessons. Public schools are a great foundation.Melissa For Congress – About Melissa — self-reported ↗I was born in Tomball 27 years ago and have lived in the area for most of my life. My family didn't have much when I was growing up, usually we were lucky just to keep the lights on.Alex for the People – About — self-reported ↗
Records check4 official registries searched for every candidate in this race on 28 July 2026 — nothing found. Texas Legislature (impeachment records) · Texas Ethics Commission (final orders) · State Bar of Texas (attorney discipline) · Texas State Securities Board (enforcement orders).
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Open seat: sitting member Wesley Hunt ran for the U.S. Senate instead. Major-party nominees confirmed from the completed March 3 and May 26, 2026 primaries. Minor-party and independent candidates are not yet confirmed against the certified ballot — check the official sample ballot.

Cite this: https://plaindocket.com/ballot/race/us-house-38-2026 — data from official records via PlainDocket.