Helen Kerwin is a Republican member of the Texas House of Representatives, representing District 58 . She assumed office on January 14, 2025, with her current term ending January 12, 2027; the seat is up for election in 2026. A 78-year-old retired small business owner from Glen Rose, she is known for her prior roles as mayor of Glen Rose, the first Republican Somervell County Commissioner, and member of the North Texas Council of Governments Executive Board. Kerwin is the mother of three, including Brooke Rollins, United States Secretary of Agriculture.

Notable achievements include receiving the Texas A&M Outstanding Service Award, serving as 4-H Superintendent and FFA Horse Judging Coach, and in her freshman legislative session authoring 26 bills while co-authoring 22. She serves on the Culture, Recreation & Tourism and Public Education committees, prioritizing eliminating property taxes, banning taxpayer-funded lobbying, term limits, border security, rural/agricultural support, education, and fiscal responsibility.

Education and Political Experience

Education details are not specified in available sources. Her political experience spans local and regional roles: mayor of Glen Rose, Somervell County Commissioner, and North Texas Council of Governments Executive Board member , before her 2025 election to the Texas House. As a small business owner, she brings expertise in economic growth and local governance to state policymaking.