Lance Gooden is a member of the U.S. House, representing Texas' 5th Congressional District. He assumed office on January 3, 2019. His current term ends on January 3, 2027. Gooden is running for re-election to the U.S. House to represent Texas' 5th Congressional District. He is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. He advanced from the Republican primary on March 3, 2026.