Redistricting and the 2026 Primaries: Houston Voter and District Analysis — Presentation Slides

This page provides public access to the complete presentation slides developed by the Barbara Jordan Policy Research & Survey Center at Texas Southern University and shared with Houston Endowment and regional partners on February 5, 2026. The presentation examines how recent redistricting changes are reshaping congressional and legislative districts across Houston and Harris County and what those changes mean for voters, candidates, and community engagement ahead of the 2026 election cycle.

Drawing on voter data, demographic trends, and district-level analysis, the briefing outlines where boundaries have shifted most significantly and identifies districts experiencing notable changes in voter composition and electoral competitiveness. Particular attention is given to historically Black and Latino districts, where redistricting intersects with longstanding patterns of representation and civic participation.

In addition to explaining the redistricting process and key legal and political developments, the presentation provides an overview of upcoming primary elections, competitive races, and voter education priorities designed to help residents better understand new district boundaries and their implications. As part of the Center’s public education initiative, these slides are shared as an open resource to support informed civic participation, community dialogue, and data-driven understanding of Houston’s evolving political landscape.

View the entire presentation slides and explore the findings and analysis.