Bo French, Railroad Commissioner

Bo French

Republican

Running for Railroad Commissioner.

Background

French has chaired the Tarrant County GOP since 2023 and worked in the energy industry since 1994, including about ten years as a trader. He defeated incumbent Commissioner Jim Wright in the May 26, 2026 runoff, 50.6% to 49.4%.

Current role: Chairman, Tarrant County Republican Party
Occupation: Energy investor and former energy trader; rancher and mineral owner
Hometown: Raised in Midland

Website

Positions

Priorities for This Office

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

End DEI programs at the commission, reduce regulation, oppose what he describes as "Chinese government and radical Islamic influence" in Texas oil, enforce the foreign land ownership ban, and promote U.S.-Israel partnerships.

Relevant Experience

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

Cites energy industry work since 1994, mineral ownership and ranching, and running security businesses in the Middle East serving energy companies.

Operations and Service

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

Proposed a 'pro-family credentialing program' for oil and gas operators; no other operational changes located.

Money

Finance figures are being checked against official FEC and Texas Ethics Commission filings and will appear here once verified.

Endorsements

No public endorsements found. Searched Oct 20, 2026.