At 87, Senfronia Thompson is Poised to Become the First Woman to Lead the Texas House

Senfronia Thompson, a Houston Democrat, was elected Speaker of the Texas House of Representatives, becoming the first woman and first Black lawmaker to hold the position. Thompson, 87, has served in the Texas House since 1973. The election took place during the 2027 legislative session organizational votes.

• NYT — At 87, Senfronia Thompson is Poised to Become the First Woman to Lead the Texas House

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