Julie Elizabeth Johnson is an American politician and attorney serving as a U.S. representative from Texas's 32nd congressional district since 2025. Previously, she served as a member of the Texas House of Representatives from 2019 to 2025. An out lesbian, Johnson is the first openly LGBTQ+ member of Congress from a Southern state. She is a member of the Democratic Party.

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Born
1966-05-02, Kansas City
Education
Auburn High School, University of Texas at Austin, University of Houston Law Center
Prior Occupations
politician
Positions Held
member of the Texas House of Representatives, United States representative
Country
United States
Chamber
House
Party
Democrat
State
Texas
Status
Current member
In office since
2025
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