Benjamin Flores, Commissioner of the General Land Office

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Benjamin Flores

Democratic

Running for Commissioner of the General Land Office.

Background

Flores has about 30 years in county government cybersecurity and compliance and serves on the Bay City council. He won the Democratic primary with 55.6%. He announced a leukemia diagnosis in June 2026 and remains on the ballot.

Current role: Bay City City Council member
Occupation: Cybersecurity and compliance professional; small farmer
Prior offices: Bay City City Council (2023-present)
Hometown: Bay City, Texas (born in Mexico)

Website

Positions

Priorities for This Office

What does the candidate say they would prioritize in this office?

Grow Permanent School Fund revenue including through expanded oil, gas, wind, solar and geothermal leasing; oppose the education savings account program (often called school vouchers); expand veterans programs; strengthen disaster response and coastal resilience.

Relevant Experience

What experience does the candidate cite as qualifying them for this office?

Cites city council and regional government service, disaster response experience as a former CERT member, and 30 years in cybersecurity and risk management.

Operations and Service

What changes, if any, does the candidate propose to how the office operates or serves the public?

Would review GLO spending, contracts and cybersecurity in his first 90 days, identify outstanding Hurricane Harvey funds within 30 days, create a roster of pre-vetted contractors, and explore land swaps for affordable housing.

Money

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Endorsements

No public endorsements found. Searched Oct 20, 2026.