Casey Shepard

“My first priority in office would be fighting what I see as significant executive-branch overreach through strong oversight, targeted defunding of programs when appropriate, and, if warranted, impeachment. While that fight continues through 2028, my top legislative focus will be ensuring Americans are fed, healthy, and living in safe, stable homes.”

“I believe in transparency and timely communication. I plan to use social media much like Rep. Melanie Stansbury-through live streams, summary videos, and multiple channels of direct correspondence-so constituents can stay informed and engaged in real time.”

“Mental health is extremely important to me. One in five Americans lives with a mental health condition, and untreated illness is linked to crime, substance abuse, homelessness, social isolation, and even reduced economic growth. Studies show unaddressed mental health issues cost about 1.7% of our GDP each year -- the impact of a recession. Addressing this crisis is both a moral and economic imperative.”

“I believe the country is facing a pivotal moment, with core democratic principles -- rule of law, freedom, civil rights -- crumbling before our eyes at the hands of the leaders in Washington. I am trained, practiced, and battle tested in the skills required to navigate high pressure fights, challenge government overreach, and defend fundamental freedoms -- and I won't hesitate to hit back when Texans' freedom and values are under attack.”

“I'm a seventh generation Texan and a third generation Central Texan. This is Home. I graduated from Midway High School, where I discovered a passion for public policy debate that carried me to Loyola Marymount University on a debate scholarship. I later earned my law degree from the UC Davis, Martin Luther King Jr. Hall School of Law.”