Raymond Hamden has a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology from Sam Houston State University. He has a son, Ryder, and they live in Temple, Texas.

Raymond Hamden has a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology from Sam Houston State University. He lives with his son in Temple.

Raymond is a real estate broker, home builder, and small-business owner. He previously worked as a public-school teacher in Killeen Independent School District. 

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Raymond previously ran for Texas State Representative in 2022 but did not win.

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Raymond's campaign for U.S. Representative for Texas' 31st District is his first run for public office.

Said, "Fiscal responsibility is key to a strong economy. I will prioritize balanced budgets, reduce wasteful spending, and ensure taxpayer dollars are used wisely."

Supports policies that drive economic growth, support small businesses, and create good-paying jobs.

- Said, "Fiscal responsibility is key to a strong economy. I will prioritize balanced budgets, reduce wasteful spending, and ensure taxpayer dollars are used wisely."
- Supports policies that drive economic growth, support small businesses, and create good-paying jobs.

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As of January 22, 2026, Raymond Hamden’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Supports investing in reliable water systems and modern infrastructure to ensure safe communities, strong economies, and a sustainable future.

- Supports investing in reliable water systems and modern infrastructure to ensure safe communities, strong economies, and a sustainable future.

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Supports "strong enforcement, modern technology, and fair immigration policies that uphold our nation’s security and values."

Supports a strong military and ensuring proper funding, quality healthcare, and resources for veterans and active-duty members.

- Supports "strong enforcement, modern technology, and fair immigration policies that uphold our nation’s security and values."
- Supports a strong military and ensuring proper funding, quality healthcare, and resources for veterans and active-duty members.

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Raymond Hamden

- Your US Representative represents the interests of your district in the US House of Representatives, the lower house of Congress. Texas currently has 36 US Representatives.
- US Representatives can author, sponsor, debate, and vote on bills that become national law.
- Representatives may serve on congressional committees. Committees focus on certain policy areas, such as transportation, education, or labor. They may also run for higher positions within their party, such as the Speaker of the House or Majority/Minority Leader.
- Representatives are elected to two-year terms. To hold this office, a candidate must be a legal resident of Texas for at least seven years before their election. US Representatives are paid a salary of $174,000/year.