Sylvia R. Garcia
@lacongresista.bsky.social
US Rep TX-29, Houston Region. Former TX State Senator, Harris County Commissioner, Houston City Controller & Judge. Native Texan. Catholic. 1 of 10 children. Running for re-election in 2026!
Pinned
Due to the Trump-Abbott dismantling of our congressional districts, I am running for re-election in some new neighborhoods.
I am undeterred and will fight for Houstonians as I always have. I will keep taking on Trump, defending our democracy, and lowering costs for families.
sylviaforcongress.com
I am undeterred and will fight for Houstonians as I always have. I will keep taking on Trump, defending our democracy, and lowering costs for families.
sylviaforcongress.com
Get these dates in your calendar now!
We are less than a month away from the deadline to register to vote in the 2026 primary election. Now is the time to check your registration status and talk to your family and friends about theirs.
Early voting begins Feb. 17. Election Day is March 3.
Early voting begins Feb. 17. Election Day is March 3.
January 15, 2026 at 11:48 PM
Get these dates in your calendar now!
Join Team Sylvia for a community breakfast on Jan. 24, bringing together community leaders, Precinct Chairs, and grassroots organizers who are committed to protecting our democracy and uplifting working families across the 29th District. RSVP: www.mobilize.us/sylviagarcia...
Precinct Chair and Community Breakfast · Sylvia Garcia for Congress
Join us for a meaningful morning of conversation, connection, and community as we come together to support the re-election of Sylvia Garcia in the new 29th Congressional District. This special breakfa...
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January 14, 2026 at 7:38 PM
Join Team Sylvia for a community breakfast on Jan. 24, bringing together community leaders, Precinct Chairs, and grassroots organizers who are committed to protecting our democracy and uplifting working families across the 29th District. RSVP: www.mobilize.us/sylviagarcia...
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Claudette Colvin, whose 1955 arrest for refusing to give up her seat on a segregated Montgomery bus helped spark the modern civil rights movement, has died. She was 86. https://to.pbs.org/4qkDm5h
Claudette Colvin, who helped spark civil rights movement by refusing to move bus seats, dies at 86
Colvin was arrested months before Rosa Parks gained international fame before refusing to give up her seat on a segregated bus.
www.pbs.org
January 13, 2026 at 11:55 PM
Claudette Colvin, whose 1955 arrest for refusing to give up her seat on a segregated Montgomery bus helped spark the modern civil rights movement, has died. She was 86. https://to.pbs.org/4qkDm5h
Last night's Greater Houston Frontiers Club Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Scholarship VIP Reception brought the community together to raise funds for scholarships for deserving high school seniors in Harris County. It was nice seeing so many friends for a good cause!
January 12, 2026 at 9:21 PM
Last night's Greater Houston Frontiers Club Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Scholarship VIP Reception brought the community together to raise funds for scholarships for deserving high school seniors in Harris County. It was nice seeing so many friends for a good cause!
Thank you to Pastor Michael Rutledge at Mount Ararat Baptist Church and Pastor Issac Matthews at Gods Grace Community Church for welcoming me to speak to your congregations this morning!
January 11, 2026 at 11:33 PM
Thank you to Pastor Michael Rutledge at Mount Ararat Baptist Church and Pastor Issac Matthews at Gods Grace Community Church for welcoming me to speak to your congregations this morning!
It was a great morning to be out and about in Houston! Team Sylvia spent the morning in Oak Forest talking to constituents about the upcoming primary election. Sign up for campaign updates at sylviaforcongress.com.
January 11, 2026 at 1:55 AM
It was a great morning to be out and about in Houston! Team Sylvia spent the morning in Oak Forest talking to constituents about the upcoming primary election. Sign up for campaign updates at sylviaforcongress.com.
It's time to talk to voters about the upcoming primary election! Join Team Sylvia Saturday morning for a block walk in Oak Forest to talk to voters about what matters to them this election season. It'll be cold, so bundle up!
January 8, 2026 at 7:40 PM
It's time to talk to voters about the upcoming primary election! Join Team Sylvia Saturday morning for a block walk in Oak Forest to talk to voters about what matters to them this election season. It'll be cold, so bundle up!
I mourn the life of Renee Nicole Good this evening. We must see transparency and consequences for these untrained thugs who are killing and kidnapping Americans.
ICE is a scourge that must be stopped. Get out of our communities.
ICE is a scourge that must be stopped. Get out of our communities.
January 7, 2026 at 11:59 PM
I mourn the life of Renee Nicole Good this evening. We must see transparency and consequences for these untrained thugs who are killing and kidnapping Americans.
ICE is a scourge that must be stopped. Get out of our communities.
ICE is a scourge that must be stopped. Get out of our communities.
Please do not take medical advice from this man.
January 5, 2026 at 10:37 PM
Please do not take medical advice from this man.
We are less than a month away from the deadline to register to vote in the 2026 primary election. Now is the time to check your registration status and talk to your family and friends about theirs.
Early voting begins Feb. 17. Election Day is March 3.
Early voting begins Feb. 17. Election Day is March 3.
January 5, 2026 at 1:30 PM
We are less than a month away from the deadline to register to vote in the 2026 primary election. Now is the time to check your registration status and talk to your family and friends about theirs.
Early voting begins Feb. 17. Election Day is March 3.
Early voting begins Feb. 17. Election Day is March 3.
Happy New Year, Houston! I am looking forward to continuing the fight in 2026. Let's work together to lower costs for working families, protect our rights as Americans and secure our democracy for generations to come.
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January 1, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Happy New Year, Houston! I am looking forward to continuing the fight in 2026. Let's work together to lower costs for working families, protect our rights as Americans and secure our democracy for generations to come.
sylviaforcongress.com
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💪 Union Strong! https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/business/2025/12/28/539584/houston-labor-union-workers-strike-unite-here-local/
Unionized hospitality workers in Houston saw ‘historic’ wins in 2025. More could see gains in 2026 | Houston Public Media
A 40-day strike by hotel workers led to significant wage hikes, which rippled to other unionized workplaces.
www.houstonpublicmedia.org
December 29, 2025 at 9:36 PM
Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas today!
December 25, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas today!
If you are struggling to make ends meet this holiday season, please reach out to the resources listed here. There are organizations that can help. https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2025/12/17/2-helps-you-25-ways-to-find-holiday-help-in-houston/
‘2 Helps You’: 25+ ways to find holiday help in Houston
We often hear from people who need help, so the ‘2 Helps You’ team compiled a list of groups offering critical support to make the holidays brighter for everyone.
www.click2houston.com
December 22, 2025 at 9:15 PM
If you are struggling to make ends meet this holiday season, please reach out to the resources listed here. There are organizations that can help. https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2025/12/17/2-helps-you-25-ways-to-find-holiday-help-in-houston/
It was a wonderful Friday night at the Houston Black American Democrats' holiday party! Joyful hearts warm a cold Houston evening. Thank you for having me!
December 20, 2025 at 9:49 PM
It was a wonderful Friday night at the Houston Black American Democrats' holiday party! Joyful hearts warm a cold Houston evening. Thank you for having me!
All of the Democratic Harris County Commissioners have officially endorsed my re-election campaign!
These endorsements represent strong community support from local leaders who deliver real results for our community.
Join the fight at sylviaforcongress.com.
These endorsements represent strong community support from local leaders who deliver real results for our community.
Join the fight at sylviaforcongress.com.
December 19, 2025 at 7:32 PM
All of the Democratic Harris County Commissioners have officially endorsed my re-election campaign!
These endorsements represent strong community support from local leaders who deliver real results for our community.
Join the fight at sylviaforcongress.com.
These endorsements represent strong community support from local leaders who deliver real results for our community.
Join the fight at sylviaforcongress.com.
This bill would simply say, 'No more than 10 minutes,' and then if a train is there longer than 10 minutes, there should be a hefty fine.
Houston congresswoman wants to penalize railroads for blocked crossings
The new bill comes after 15-year-old HISD student Sergio Rodriguez was struck and killed by a train near Milby High School in Dec. 2024.
www.houstonchronicle.com
December 19, 2025 at 5:32 PM
This bill would simply say, 'No more than 10 minutes,' and then if a train is there longer than 10 minutes, there should be a hefty fine.
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HUGE: Democrats have the 218 signatures needed to force a vote to extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits.
Congress must take action to extend these lifesaving health care subsidies for 22 million Americans. Bring the vote to the floor, Speaker Johnson.
Congress must take action to extend these lifesaving health care subsidies for 22 million Americans. Bring the vote to the floor, Speaker Johnson.
December 17, 2025 at 6:40 PM
HUGE: Democrats have the 218 signatures needed to force a vote to extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits.
Congress must take action to extend these lifesaving health care subsidies for 22 million Americans. Bring the vote to the floor, Speaker Johnson.
Congress must take action to extend these lifesaving health care subsidies for 22 million Americans. Bring the vote to the floor, Speaker Johnson.
“I came to contribute to this country. Why take those possibilities away and force us to leave and put us through this trauma? It deprives you of sleep, takes away your peace, it takes away everything, your dignity as a person.”
My heart breaks for these families.
My heart breaks for these families.
Trump immigration policy upends lives of Texas migrants
Last month the Trump administration made people from 19 nations ineligible to obtain legal status. “Fear won,” said one woman who came from Venezuela nearly a decade ago.
www.texastribune.org
December 16, 2025 at 7:59 PM
“I came to contribute to this country. Why take those possibilities away and force us to leave and put us through this trauma? It deprives you of sleep, takes away your peace, it takes away everything, your dignity as a person.”
My heart breaks for these families.
My heart breaks for these families.
I was proud to serve as an impeachment manager during Trump’s first term – securing an impeachment in the House and defending our democracy.
Today, I’m keeping that fight up – taking on Trump and working to lower costs for working Texans.
sylviaforcongress.com
Today, I’m keeping that fight up – taking on Trump and working to lower costs for working Texans.
sylviaforcongress.com
December 15, 2025 at 5:51 PM
I was proud to serve as an impeachment manager during Trump’s first term – securing an impeachment in the House and defending our democracy.
Today, I’m keeping that fight up – taking on Trump and working to lower costs for working Texans.
sylviaforcongress.com
Today, I’m keeping that fight up – taking on Trump and working to lower costs for working Texans.
sylviaforcongress.com
Happy Hanukkah, Houston! Wishing you love, peace and happiness this holiday.
December 14, 2025 at 10:46 PM
Happy Hanukkah, Houston! Wishing you love, peace and happiness this holiday.
Election Day is here for the runoff elections for a spot on Houston City Council and Houston City College's District II trustee. For all info, visit HarrisVotes.com.
December 13, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Election Day is here for the runoff elections for a spot on Houston City Council and Houston City College's District II trustee. For all info, visit HarrisVotes.com.
Reposted by Sylvia R. Garcia
Calling all precinct chairs and neighborhood organizers!🗣️🔊
Join HCDP staff and volunteers for a hands-on workshop to help you have the tools and guidance needed to start building a community and engaging voters in your neighborhood
Join HCDP staff and volunteers for a hands-on workshop to help you have the tools and guidance needed to start building a community and engaging voters in your neighborhood
December 10, 2025 at 8:04 PM
Calling all precinct chairs and neighborhood organizers!🗣️🔊
Join HCDP staff and volunteers for a hands-on workshop to help you have the tools and guidance needed to start building a community and engaging voters in your neighborhood
Join HCDP staff and volunteers for a hands-on workshop to help you have the tools and guidance needed to start building a community and engaging voters in your neighborhood
Due to the Trump-Abbott dismantling of our congressional districts, I am running for re-election in some new neighborhoods.
I am undeterred and will fight for Houstonians as I always have. I will keep taking on Trump, defending our democracy, and lowering costs for families.
sylviaforcongress.com
I am undeterred and will fight for Houstonians as I always have. I will keep taking on Trump, defending our democracy, and lowering costs for families.
sylviaforcongress.com
December 11, 2025 at 11:26 PM
Due to the Trump-Abbott dismantling of our congressional districts, I am running for re-election in some new neighborhoods.
I am undeterred and will fight for Houstonians as I always have. I will keep taking on Trump, defending our democracy, and lowering costs for families.
sylviaforcongress.com
I am undeterred and will fight for Houstonians as I always have. I will keep taking on Trump, defending our democracy, and lowering costs for families.
sylviaforcongress.com
We now live in a country where people are terrified to go to church. This is heartbreaking.
“They’ve taken the father, the husband, the provider for the family. And after that, the family is in crisis mode and they’re obviously scared to leave the house." www.houstonchronicle.com/news/houston...
“They’ve taken the father, the husband, the provider for the family. And after that, the family is in crisis mode and they’re obviously scared to leave the house." www.houstonchronicle.com/news/houston...
Houston-area clergy report steep attendance drops among immigrants
Houston clergy see fewer immigrants in churches as fear of deportations rise. Here's how they're trying to change that.
www.houstonchronicle.com
December 11, 2025 at 6:02 PM
We now live in a country where people are terrified to go to church. This is heartbreaking.
“They’ve taken the father, the husband, the provider for the family. And after that, the family is in crisis mode and they’re obviously scared to leave the house." www.houstonchronicle.com/news/houston...
“They’ve taken the father, the husband, the provider for the family. And after that, the family is in crisis mode and they’re obviously scared to leave the house." www.houstonchronicle.com/news/houston...