Erin Zwiener is a Democratic state representative for Texas House District 45, which includes parts of Hays County such as Driftwood, Buda, Dripping Springs, Kyle, San Marcos, and surrounding areas. A fifth-generation Texan, conservationist, author, educator, and lawyer, she has served since 2019 and is currently in her fourth term. Notable achievements include being the only Texas House member with an environmental conservation background, founding and chairing the Texas Energy and Climate Caucus in 2021, and winning Jeopardy! three times. She serves as Vice-Chair of the House Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs, and is a member of committees on Natural Resources and Local & Consent Calendars. Zwiener is also a deputy whip for the Texas Democratic Caucus, treasurer for the Texas LGBTQ Caucus, and participates in caucuses on criminal justice reform, women’s health, water, and IT. She lives in Driftwood with her husband Quincy Kennedy, daughter Lark, and various animals.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Natural Resource Conservation from the University of Montana; Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from the University of Arizona; Juris Doctorate from the University of Texas at Austin.
• Professional Experience: Forestry Coordinator at Blackfoot Challenge ; Conservation Coordinator at Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation ; Education Coordinator and Instructor at University of Arizona ; Freelance Writer ; Author of the Once Upon the West Fairy Tale Series.
• Political Experience: Elected to Texas House District 45 in 2019 as a Democrat; re-elected for subsequent terms.