Phil Stephenson is a Republican who represented Texas House District 85 from 2013 to 2023. Born on February 5, 1945, in Duncan, Oklahoma, he is an accountant who owns Stephenson, LeGrand & Pfeil, PLLC in Wharton, Texas, since 1976. A native of Wharton County, he previously ran unsuccessfully for HD28 in 2000 and served as County Chair of the Republican Party of Wharton County from 1997-2000. He is a founding member of a local tea party, Kansas City Royals scout, and Babe Ruth League baseball coach. Married to his first wife Barbara , he has two children: Scott and Allison.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: A.A. from South Plains Junior College ; Bachelor of Business Administration from Texas Tech University .
• Political Experience: Elected to Texas House District 85 in 2012, serving through 2023; won general elections with strong margins . Notable positions include support for education, voter ID, law enforcement, and border policies.