Senator Nathan Johnson

Thanks to Senate Bill 1296, which I authored and passed, more Texans can access affordable health coverage through the marketplace — with oversight that helps keep premiums and deductibles at levels Texans and their families can manage. #TXLege #SD16

From the shop floor to the Senate floor — Senator Taylor Rehmet, your journey is nothing short of inspiring.

Welcome to the Senate!

Grateful our team could join Senator Rehmet, his team, and the Fort Worth community in the festivities. #TXLege #SD16

Congratulations to Senator Taylor Rehmet on the opening of his new district office.

Neighbors, local leaders, and community supporters turned out in full force to celebrate the ribbon cutting and the start of this new chapter.

We explored federal immigration solutions to help businesses attract and retain a skilled workforce.

Grateful to the Regional Hispanic Contractors Association (RHCA) for hosting such an informative conversation. #TXLege #SD16

With reporting that 1 in 5 Texas businesses have been negatively affected by immigration policy changes, Team Johnson spent the morning discussing workforce solutions with The Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, American Business Immigration Coalition (ABIC), and Comité de 100.

Color has a way of bringing people together in the most joyful way.

With the arrival of spring, wishing the Hindu community across our district and state an especially colorful Holi filled with prosperity, harmony, and cherished memories.

If you're in line, stay in line!

Anyone in line before their polling location closes is still allowed to vote.

Having trouble at the polls? Visit 866OurVote.org or call the Dallas County Elections' voter assistance hotline at (469) 627-VOTE (8683).

Dallas County — Polling hours have been extended to 9:00 PM CT.

Unlike early voting, this primary Election Day, you have to vote at your assigned polling location. You can find yours at DallasCountyVotes.org by entering your information.

Want to retain great teachers? Free Pre-K helps educators balance family life while continuing their careers in public schools.

My Senate Bill 237 (amended into HB 2) expands eligibility for free public prekindergarten, giving Texas teachers’ children greater access to early education services.

Haven’t voted yet? There’s still time.

Grab a friend, bring the family, and head over to your polling location.

Go to DallasCountyVotes.org to find your polling place and view your sample ballot.

Dallas County — Today’s the day. Polls are open until 7:00 PM CT.

Head over to DallasCountyVotes.org now to find your polling location or to view your sample ballot.

Texas leads when we invest in ideas, innovation, and the people who make them happen.

Thanks to our Dallas Legislative Delegation, we brought home $90 million for UT Dallas to push boundaries of research — giving students the tools to be innovators, entrepreneurs, and problem-solvers. #TXLege #SD16

Thank you to Downtown Dallas, Inc. and its staff for inviting Team Johnson to join in celebrating another year of service and advocacy in the Dallas region. #TXLege #SD16

Leaders from across the Dallas region convened for Downtown Dallas, Inc.’s 2026 Annual Meeting, presented by Dallas College.

From advancing education and strengthening industry collaboration to addressing homelessness and infrastructure, it was encouraging to hear updates on the work led by DDI.

Today marks the 7th Annual #TexasGirlsInSTEMDay — a day dedicated to inspiring and empowering young women across Texas to explore and pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

I am honored to have carried #HB3435 in the Senate, authored and led by Rep. Rhetta Bowers.

Dallas County – Last chance to vote early!

Skip the lines, save time, and make your voice heard.

Grab a friend or two and head to bit.ly/DallasVotingCenters to find your nearest polling location.

Skip the Election Day lines — vote early!

Visit bit.ly/DallasVotingCenters to find a polling location near you.

Thank you to the Community Council of Greater Dallas and Dallas Area Agency on Aging for inviting Team Johnson to gain a firsthand look at the important work being done to protect our seniors and for hosting such an informative event. #TXLege #SD16

At a time when fraud, scammers, and other bad actors targeting seniors are on the rise and concerns about their safety dominate the headlines, it is essential that we come together as a community to address senior public safety head-on.

Campion Park is more than green space — it’s one of the jewels of our community.

I’m honored to have worked with my Dallas legislative colleagues to deliver $2.1 million to keep Campion Park safe, accessible, and a space where neighbors can connect and build community. #TXLege #SD16

Big wins for North Texas business: billions in new investment flowing into our surrounding cities and strengthening the Dallas region.

Thank you to the Dallas Regional Chamber for inviting Team Johnson to join in this year’s annual meeting.

(📸 Credit: Dallas Regional Chamber) #TXLege #SD16

Texas breaks ACA health insurance open enrollment record The ACA enrollment figure indicates a stabler marketplace and less coverage loss than many experts and insurers feared, though the number could drop once premium bills become due.

The Texas Tribune: “That [SB 1296, authored by Sen. Johnson] functionally made our bronze and gold plans more affordable, relatively speaking, than a lot of other states,” Charles Miller, senior policy adviser of Texas 2036, said.

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Final stretch of Early Voting in Texas. Vote now through Friday, Feb. 27th.

In Dallas County, you can vote at any countywide polling location during Early Voting. Election Day is precinct-based at your assigned party location.

Visit bit.ly/DallasVotingCenters to find your nearest polling location.

Dallas County — Polls are open from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CT.

Skip the lines. Vote early before Election Day!

Visit bit.ly/DallasVotingCenters to find your nearest polling location.

Grateful our team could join community leaders at the 29th Annual Luncheon hosted by the League of Women Voters of Dallas and get a behind-the-scenes look at the important work they’re doing every day to educate Texans and strengthen our democracy. #TXLege #SD16

Created to assist newly enfranchised women in learning how to register and vote, the League of Women Voters has grown into a powerful force leading the way in civic engagement.

One in five adults faces mental illness each year — but care is still out of reach for far too many.

That’s why I worked with my Dallas delegation to bring home $100 million for the new Dallas State Hospital, the first full state psychiatric hospital in our region. #TXLege #SD16

Don't wait — today is the last day to request your vote-by-mail ballot!

Head over to bit.ly/SOSBallotByMail to print the Application for Ballot by Mail form or learn how to submit your application.

To track the status of your ballot by mail application or ballot, visit bit.ly/SOSTrackMyBallot.

Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s sweeping tariffs, upending central plank of economic agenda The Supreme Court has struck down President Donald Trump’s far-reaching global tariffs, handing him a significant loss on an issue crucial to his economic agenda.

A win for the rule of law.

And for all of us who pay the $ price of tariff policy driven by political games rather than by careful deliberation by the appropriate branch of government.