Mary Ann is from Houston, Texas. She attended the University of Texas at Austin. She has a bachelor’s degree in government from the University of Texas at Austin. She also has a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Houston Downtown. She lives with her two children in Houston.

Mary Ann Perez - Ballotpedia

Texas Rep. Mary Ann Perez details in our Elected Officials Directory ...

Mary Ann Perez is from Houston, Texas. She earned a bachelor's degree in business administration from the University of Houston-Downtown. Mary Ann lives with her two kids in Houston.

Mary Ann Perez is a member of the Texas House of Representatives. She works at the Texas House of Representatives, where she has served since 2017.

Facebook

Mary Ann previously worked as an insurance and financial services agent for the Perez Insurance Agency.

Mary Ann Perez is currently a member of the Texas House of Representatives representing District 144. She was first elected in 2012 and assumed office in 2017. She is running for re-election to the Texas House of Representatives and is on the ballot in the Democratic primary on March 3, 2026.

Mary Ann currently serves in the Texas House of Representatives, representing District 144. She was first elected in 2012 and served one term before losing re-election in 2014. She would win election for the same seat in 2016 and is in her sixth total term.

Supports local industries and small businesses through workforce training and infrastructure investment.

- Supports local industries and small businesses through workforce training and infrastructure investment.

Economy

For State Representative, District 144: Mary Ann Perez

Supported size limit for "heavy haul" trucks.

Advocated for stores and gas stations being held responsible for keeping their equipment clear of illegal credit card skimmers.

Helped author Senate Bill 1555, which funded railroad grade separation projects to modernize rail infrastructure, improve safety, and reduce traffic congestion.

- Supported size limit for "heavy haul" trucks.
- Advocated for stores and gas stations being held responsible for keeping their equipment clear of illegal credit card skimmers.
- Helped author Senate Bill 1555, which funded railroad grade separation projects to modernize rail infrastructure, improve safety, and reduce traffic congestion.

Public Safety

Helped pass Senate Bill 383, requiring nursing homes and assisted living facilities to disclose to patients and/or loved ones whether they are state-certified to care for Alzheimer's patients.

- Supports expanding access to Medicaid.
- Helped pass Senate Bill 383, requiring nursing homes and assisted living facilities to disclose to patients and/or loved ones whether they are state-certified to care for Alzheimer's patients.

Healthcare

Plans to continue partnerships with community colleges and increasing their funding.

Helped pass House Bill 1277, passing a fee that would pay for a Wellness and Success Center at the University of Houston-Downtown.

Supports investment in public schools, including pay raises for teachers and school employees.

- Plans to continue partnerships with community colleges and increasing their funding.
- Helped pass House Bill 1277, passing a fee that would pay for a Wellness and Success Center at the University of Houston-Downtown.
- Supports investment in public schools, including pay raises for teachers and school employees.

Education

Helped pass Senate Bill 442, requiring a clear disclosure on property insurance policies when they did not cover flood damage.

Supported flood prevention projects through the Harris County Bond Program, including dam repair and improved flood mapping.

- Helped pass Senate Bill 442, requiring a clear disclosure on property insurance policies when they did not cover flood damage.
- Supported flood prevention projects through the Harris County Bond Program, including dam repair and improved flood mapping.

Energy & the Environment

As of January 22, 2026, Mary Ann Perez’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Voting & Elections

Instagram

Twitter

LinkedIn

Mary Ann Perez

Mary Ann Perez is from Houston, Texas. She earned a bachelor's degree in business administration from the University of Houston Downtown. Mary Ann lives with her two kids in Houston.

- Supported size limit for "heavy haul" trucks.
- Advocated for stores and gas stations being held responsible for keeping their equipment clear of illegal credit card skimmers.

Supported limited the size of "heavy haul" trucks.

- Supported limited the size of "heavy haul" trucks.
- Advocated for stores and gas stations being held responsible for keeping their equipment clear of illegal credit card skimmers.

- Your state representative represents the interests of your local district in the Texas House of Representatives. The State House of Representatives, along with the State Senate, makes up your state lawmaking body: the Texas State Legislature
- Your state representative can author, sponsor, and vote on bills that may become state laws. 
- There are 150 members of the Texas House of Representatives, each representing a single district. Representatives must be at least 21 years old and reside in the state for at least two years before their election. 
- State representatives are elected to two-year terms during even-numbered years. There are no term limits. 
- State representatives make $7,200 annually in addition to a $221 payment per day during legislative sessions and mileage reimbursements.