Brownwood News – After announcing last Wednesday he plans to retire from the Texas House of Representatives and run for Hood County Commissioner, Mike Lang (R) announced Monday, September 30, he now plans to seek re-election to the Texas House of Representatives.

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“Earlier this week, I announced my intentions to not seek re-election to the Texas House of Representatives and instead focus on serving at the county level.  Since my announcement, I have heard from many members of our community and conservative leaders who stressed to me how important it is that I continue as state representative,” Lang’s statement said.

Lang said the words of encouragement he has received over the last week has him excited to continue to work to advance principles of liberty and lower the tax burden for the constituents.

In the statement, Lang said he is honored to have Governor Greg Abbott’s endorsement.  Lang pointed to redistricting being a top issue this year.

Also announcing his candidacy for District 60 last week was Dr. Glenn Rogers, a rancher and veterinarian in Palo Pinto County.  He announced his plans Thursday, September 26, to seek the Republican nomination for Texas House in the March 2020 GOP Primary.