Quick Info
| Profession | Attorney and politician |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 01/01/1939 |
| Age | 87 years |
| Birthplace | Booth, Texas, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
Latest News about Senfronia Thompson
05/11/2026
Texas State Representative Senfronia Thompson, a Houston Democrat, released statements of support from eight more House colleagues for her bid to become the next Speaker of the Texas House. This followed earlier endorsements from ten other House Democrats, bringing her reported total to 20 supporters including herself. Democrats regained control of the chamber in the November 2026 election, and 76 votes are needed to win the speakership.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Texas state representative for District 141 in Houston, serving in the Texas House of Representatives since the early 1970s. She is a Democrat and is known for being the longest-serving woman and the longest-serving African-American lawmaker in Texas legislative history. She is currently serving her 21st term in the Texas House and is widely referred to as the Dean of the Texas House. |
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Educational Qualification(s)
| High School | Booker T. Washington High School |
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| Bachelor's | Biology, Texas Southern University |
| Master's | Education, Prairie View A&M University |
| Master's (Law) | International Law, University of Houston |
| Juris Doctor | Texas Southern University |
Personal Life
| Sorority | Member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority |
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| Residence | Houston, Texas |
| Raised | Houston, Texas |
Family
| Children | Two adult children |
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| Grandchildren | One grandson |
Career
| Early Career | Teacher at Jack Yates High School |
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| Legal Career | Houston attorney |
| Political Career | Texas House of Representatives, District 141, Democrat, serving since the early 1970s |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Was barred from attending dental school in Texas because of her race | |
| 2. Known by colleagues as Ms. Dean | |
| 3. Is the Dean of the Texas House of Representatives and is often called the conscience of the Texas House | |
| 4. Was the first to enter the race for Speaker of the Texas House after the November 2026 election | |
| 5. Her burial plot is at the Texas State Cemetery's Statesman's Meadow |
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