J.M. Lozano serves as the State Representative for Texas House District 43, representing areas including Bee, Calhoun, Jim Wells, Kleberg, Refugio, and San Patricio Counties. Hailing from a family that values education and service, J.M. is the son of a medical doctor and grew up in Premont, Texas, alongside his five sisters. He and his wife, Abby, are small business owners and are actively engaged in raising their three children: Penny, Pepito, and Carlitos.
As an influential member of the Texas legislature, Lozano has taken on leadership roles, chairing multiple committees, including the House Committee on Urban Affairs. He also contributes to critical discussions on Transportation, Redistricting, and Youth Health & Safety. His legislative priorities focus on job training, border security, mental health resources, and robust support for education.
Representative Lozano has introduced and co-sponsored several notable bills reflecting his commitment to enhancing public safety and community welfare. One such bill is HB249, which proposes establishing a volunteer program for school security in counties with populations under 200,000, allowing qualified veterans and retired law enforcement to enhance student safety while helping alleviate local costs associated with securing educational environments. Another significant bill is HB2822, which calls for a study on the housing needs of youth transitioning out of foster care, a move aimed at mitigating homelessness and supporting these vulnerable individuals.
Lozano's focus on individual rights is highlighted by legislative actions such as HB3720 and HB3721, which collectively aim to restrict local governments from limiting school services and prohibiting COVID-19 vaccine mandates, reflecting a broader trend within his legislative portfolio to prioritize personal liberties.
Further enhancing his commitment to education and the welfare of the community, Lozano has also sponsored HB3311, which streamlines the process for appointing representatives from the insurance industry to the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association, aiming to improve efficiency during emergencies—a quality vital for the safety of many Texans.
Lozano's political stances illustrate a generally conservative approach, emphasizing both individual freedoms and structural support mechanisms for vulnerable populations. His focus on local governance and public input in educational decisions suggests a belief in empowering communities while demonstrating a commitment to enhancing legislative accountability.
His recent initiatives like HJR1, a resolution to allow more flexible appropriations for school district ad valorem tax relief, alongside HB1, which looks to adjust the maximum compressed tax rate for school districts, indicate his alignment with budgetary reforms aimed at improving public education financing while considering the financial pressures faced by constituents.
Lastly, Lozano's attention to retirees resonates through HB1218, proposing a cost-of-living adjustment for benefits under the Teacher Retirement System, a measure that underscores his dedication to supporting educators and ensuring that their financial needs are met amid rising costs.
Overall, J.M. Lozano remains a committed advocate for his constituents, focusing on legislation that balances community safety, educational improvements, and fiscal responsibility.