The Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association PAC endorsed 144 candidates in the 2026 Texas primaries and achieved a success rate above 96 percent. The results appear on the group's official site. This record shows the PAC's consistent alignment with primary winners who support cattle producers, private property rights, and natural resources.
Endorsement Volume Reflects Targeted Strategy
The PAC functions as the political arm of the Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association. It selects candidates based on their records on agriculture policy and land issues. The 144 endorsements covered races from statewide offices to state legislative districts and congressional seats. High volume combined with the 96 percent win rate indicates disciplined screening rather than blanket support.
Ballotpedia maintains a dedicated page that lists the PAC's endorsements across election cycles. The tracker allows direct comparison of the group's choices against primary outcomes. This documentation confirms the scale of activity in 2026 without requiring separate verification from each candidate filing.
Notable Wins Span State and Federal Contests
Several endorsed candidates prevailed in competitive primaries. Nate Sheets won the Republican nomination for Agriculture Commissioner. Jessica Hart Steinmann secured the nomination in U.S. House District 8. Mark Teixeira advanced in U.S. House District 21. These victories place aligned candidates in positions to influence policy on water rights, grazing leases, and rural infrastructure.
| Candidate | Race | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Nate Sheets | Agriculture Commissioner | Won primary |
| Jessica Hart Steinmann | U.S. House District 8 | Won primary |
| Mark Teixeira | U.S. House District 21 | Won primary |
| Cecil Bell Jr. | State legislative seat | Lost primary |
The overall rate above 96 percent still holds across the full slate of 144 endorsements. The PAC's site reports the aggregate results and individual outcomes.
