Business Sense for Texas
Bringing Conservative Solutions to Texas
Fiscal Responsibility and Property Tax Relief
As a 30-year business veteran, I will bring my experience in fiscal responsibility and budget efficiency to Austin. We must tackle Texas’s runaway property tax crisis by implementing real, long-term solutions that protect homeowners, support our schools, and stop over-taxation. My focus will be on holding the line on state spending and ensuring local tax dollars are used efficiently.
Protecting Private Property and Water Rights
Protecting the private property rights and water resources of District 58 is non-negotiable. Whether it is fighting against eminent domain abuse or securing our water supply for future growth in our cities and farms, I will be a staunch defender of individual Texans against government overreach.
Supporting Families and Local Schools
Our Texas economy is powered by hardworking families. I will champion policies that empower parents, invest in local public schools, and ensure every child in District 58 has access to an excellent education without raising taxes. I support community-based solutions that put parents and students first.
A True Voice: Chris’s Story
I’m a native Texan, a father, and a proud resident of Mansfield. While I have lived in West, Central, and North Texas, I chose Mansfield as my home in 2019, and I am committed to preserving the quality of life that makes our community special.
My view of the world was shaped by an early challenge. When I was a freshman in high school, I lost my father. I watched my mother, a Registered Nurse, work incredibly hard to provide for us on a single income. That experience showed me the resilience of Texas families, but it also showed me how much community matters. The support we received from our neighbors in Fredericksburg made all the difference, and it instilled in me a lifelong drive to support others.
I carried that spirit of service into Angelo State University, where I earned my B.B.A. and served as a Program Director for the United Campus Ministries. Working with students from various denominations taught me that we achieve more when we focus on what unites us rather than what divides us.
I spent my professional career at Verizon, serving 30 years in roles ranging from Purchasing to Systems Management. Whether I was supervising teams, managing budgets, or implementing complex technical systems, my focus was always on efficiency and accountability. I retired in 2024, and now I am ready to apply those decades of business experience to work for you.ailed information regarding backgound, position
A Statement of Conservative Principles
My conservative principles are rooted in the fundamental belief that Texas thrives when government is limited and individual liberty is protected. As a business leader, I will bring decades of financial discipline and accountability to Austin, fighting every attempt to raise your taxes and demanding full efficiency from state agencies. I will be an unwavering champion for property owners, standing firm against government overreach and the abuse of eminent domain. Furthermore, I believe in empowering Texas families, supporting local control of our schools, and ensuring academic integrity is prioritized over political agendas. I am Chris Oldham, and I am running to be A True Voice for District 58 that delivers principled, conservative results.
Our Vision for District 58
Education: Accountability and Local Control
Our Texas economy is powered by hardworking families. I will champion policies that empower parents, invest in local public schools, and ensure every child in District 58 has access to an excellent education without raising taxes. I support community-based solutions that put parents and students first.
Fiscal Accountability
Demand a full audit of state education to ensure every dollar allocated for District 58schools reaches the classroom, not bureaucracy.
Local Decision Making
Fight bureaucratic overreach and empower parents, teachers, and local school boards to make decisions, not Austin regulators.
Supporting Teachers
Support legislation that increases teacher pay and reduces administrative burdens, so educators can focus on teaching.
Family Economic Security
Focus on Relief and Resilience
Property Tax Relief: The biggest form of financial relief for District 58 families is the reduction of the tax burden. I am committed to property tax reform for Texans.
Affordable Utility Access: Reliable, affordable energy and water are non-negotiable for family budgets.
Regulatory and Permit Relief: High local fees and complex bureaucracy hurt small businesses and slow down essential community services.
Workforce Development and Trades: Future economic security depends on access to high-demand, high-paying jobs without requiring a four-year degree for every student
Infrastructure for Commuters: Wasted time and fuel due to poor infrastructure is a direct tax on working families in suburban areas like Mansfield, Burleson, and Cleburne.
Market-Based Healthcare Access: A medical crisis should not be a financial crisis. Increase access points and reduce cost friction.
Protect Private Property and Water Rights
Stand up for the concerns of agricultural producers, landowners, and homeowners in Johnson and Somervell counties
Protecting the private property rights and water resources of District 58 is non-negotiable. Whether it is fighting against eminent domain abuse or securing our water supply for future growth in our cities and farms, I will be a staunch defender of individual Texans against government overreach.
Stand against government abuse of eminent domain that targets family land.
Work to secure safe and sustainable water supplies for our growing communities and essential agricultural needs.
Ensure local municipalities have the necessary support for safe, reliable infrastructure improvements
The fight for A True Voice for District 58 is a grassroots effort that cannot be won in Austin—it must be won right here in our communities. If you believe in fiscal accountability, protecting property rights, and empowering parents, it’s time to get involved. Every hour of time and every dollar donated is an investment in conservative, principled leadership for the Texas House.
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Become a True Voice Volunteer!
We need help making calls, knocking on doors, and hosting community events across District 58. Join a team dedicated to restoring common sense to Austin.
Why Volunteer?
You are the Experts: You know your neighborhoods in Mansfield, the businesses in Burleson, and the issues facing farm and ranch families in Johnson and Somervell counties better than anyone in Austin.
Mission Control: Every hour you volunteer helps us manage our resources efficiently, ensuring every dollar donated goes directly to voter outreach—a principle of accountability I will bring to the Texas House.
Building Community: You will join a dedicated, fun team committed to making a real difference in the place we all call home.
Find Your Role: Diverse Ways to Serve District 58
Neighborhood Outreach
Canvassing & Block Walking: Go door-to-door to talk to your neighbors about Chris’s commitment to property tax relief and family values.
For those who love meeting people and walking in their local area.
Phone & Text Banking
Make crucial calls and send texts from home to identify supporters and ensure they have a plan to vote.
For those with limited time or who prefer to work remotely.
Events & Logistics
Help organize and staff local meet-and-greets, parades, and larger events in Cleburne, Glen Rose, Burleson, and the surrounding areas.
Individuals skilled in organization and event execution.
Administrative Support
Assist with essential tasks like data entry, compiling packets, and preparing mailers at our campaign headquarters.
Detail-oriented individuals who prefer a structured environment.
Digital Engagement
Help share campaign content on social media, write letters to the editor, or assist with digital research.
For those who are tech-savvy or media-minded.