Candidate for U.S. House of Representatives - Texas 9th Congressional District in 2026 Texas Primary Election.
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Get StartedSecure federal funding for safer streets, including lighting, sidewalks, and traffic safety improvements. Learn more
Increase transparency and accountability in public safety agencies to rebuild trust. Learn more
Improve emergency response systems to ensure faster fire, police, and EMS support in high risk areas. Learn more
As your congressman, Earnest Clayton will: Invest in community based violence prevention programs that address root causes before crime happens. Learn more
Support youth programs and mentorship opportunities that keep young people engaged and safe. Learn more
Expand community college and workforce training pathways, giving young people and adults affordable routes into good-paying careers. Learn more
As your congressman, Earnest Clayton will: Fight for increased federal funding for public schools, ensuring every child has access to high-quality education. Learn more
Invest in early education, after-school programs, and literacy support to help students thrive from the start. Learn more
Strengthen career and technical education, so students can graduate with certifications and job-ready skills. Learn more
Oppose efforts to defund or privatize public education, including voucher programs that drain resources from neighborhood schools. Learn more
Promote fair and equitable school funding, so schools in working-class areas no longer get left behind. Learn more
Expand green infrastructure, including detention ponds, permeable surfaces, and tree-canopy projects that reduce heat and absorb excess water. Learn more
Fight for green buffers, community green spaces, and heat-mitigation projects to protect public health and improve quality of life. Learn more
Work with the Army Corps of Engineers and FEMA to prioritize bayou improvements, levee strengthening, and critical stormwater projects long overdue in this district. Learn more
As your congressman, Earnest Clayton will: Hold polluters accountable by strengthening enforcement, closing regulatory loopholes, and forcing full transparency when accidents or releases occur. Learn more
Support environmental clean-up efforts and push for the removal of hazardous sites that have harmed neighborhoods for decades. Learn more
Expand air- and water-quality monitoring so families know what they are breathing and drinking — not hours or days later, but in real time. Learn more
Expand mental health crisis services, including stronger 988 staffing, training, and coordination, so families get real help in moments of crisis without relying only on law enforcement. Learn more
As your congressman, Earnest Clayton will: Push for reductions in the federal tax burden on homeowners, including expanded credits for working families and targeted relief for first time homebuyers. Learn more
Require refineries and industrial operators to contribute to community investment, including home repair funds, environmental cleanup, and neighborhood protection programs. Learn more
Protect neighborhoods from displacement caused by rapid development or industrial expansion, ensuring residents are not pushed out of the communities they built. Learn more
Expand federal support for home repairs, mold remediation, and flood recovery, so families are not forced out by unsafe or damaged homes. Learn more
Promote resilient housing upgrades — elevation assistance, energy efficient retrofits, and infrastructure improvements that lower long term costs. Learn more
Improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists by expanding sidewalks, lighting, crosswalks, and protected routes in high-risk areas. Learn more
Support new mobility options in rural and suburban parts of the district, including microtransit, regional shuttles, and accessible paratransit for seniors and people with disabilities. Learn more
Improve disaster-response systems with faster alerts, better evacuation planning, and coordinated support for vulnerable residents during storms. Learn more
As your congressman, Earnest Clayton will: Secure major federal funding for drainage upgrades, flood-mitigation projects, and resilient infrastructure across high-risk neighborhoods. Learn more
Advocate for safer and more dependable public transit, including more frequent bus service, improved route coverage, and better connections to job centers, hospitals, and schools. Learn more
Leverage the Houston-Galveston Area Council’s 2025–2028 Transportation Improvement Program to secure federal dollars for local road repairs, safety projects, and mobility upgrades. Learn more
As your congressman, Earnest Clayton will: Fight for District 9 to receive its fair share of funding from TxDOT’s new statewide plan that calls for expanded public transit, improved bus service, and modern rail options. Learn more
Repair and modernize roads, bridges, and intersections damaged by heavy freight traffic, flooding, and aging infrastructure. Learn more
Support elevation assistance, home hardening programs, and buyout options for families living in areas that flood repeatedly. Learn more
Secure federal funding for drainage, flood control, and resilient infrastructure to protect homes from storms, runoff, and industrial impacts. Learn more
Support efforts to keep property taxes affordable, especially for seniors, families with children, and long term residents. Learn more
Support teachers through fair pay, retention programs, and safe working conditions. Learn more
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