Civic Life
Who represents you?
Enter your address or ZIP code to find the people who represent you -- from city hall to Capitol Hill. We will show you who they are, what they work on, and how to reach them.
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Understanding government
How government works in Houston
Houston has a strong-mayor form of government. The Mayor and 16 City Council members (11 districts, 5 at-large) make decisions about your daily life -- roads, parks, police, and city services. Harris County handles courts, flood control, public health, and the jail. State legislators in Austin set education and business policy. Your U.S. Representative and two U.S. Senators handle federal law.
Federal
U.S. Congress
Laws that affect the whole country
State
Texas Legislature
State laws, education, highways
County
Harris County Commissioners Court
Courts, flood control, public health
City
Houston City Council
Roads, parks, police, zoning