Craig Goldman (TX-12)

Biography

Craig Alan Goldman, born on October 3, 1968, in Fort Worth, Texas, is a fifth-generation Texan with deep roots in the community. Before entering politics, he co-managed his family's gourmet food and fine wine store in Fort Worth and worked on various political campaigns at local, state, and national levels.

Education

• Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, University of Texas at Austin, 1991

Political Experience

• Texas House of Representatives, District 97: Elected in 2012, served from January 8, 2013, to January 3, 2025.
  • Majority Leader: January 10, 2023 – April 3, 2024
  • Chairman, House Committee on Energy Resources: Advocated for Texas's oil and gas industry
  • Chairman, House Republican Caucus: Led the caucus during his tenure
• U.S. House of Representatives, Texas's 12th Congressional District: Elected in 2024, succeeding Kay Granger; assumed office on January 3, 2025.
  • Committee Assignments:
  • Committee on Energy and Commerce
    • Subcommittee on Communications and Technology
    • Subcommittee on Energy
    • Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade
• Legislative Achievements:
  • Instrumental in passing significant property tax cuts in Texas
  • Supported enhanced border security measures
  • Sponsored "Molly Jane's Law" to improve law enforcement communication for tracking violent criminals

Goldman is recognized for his conservative stance, focusing on border security, Second Amendment rights, and religious freedom. He is also a member of the Republican Jewish Coalition and has been a vocal advocate for U.S.-Israel relations and combating antisemitism.