Senator Leticia Van de Putte

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  Senator Leticia Van de Putte, a pharmacist for more than 32 years, represents a large portion of San Antonio and Bexar County. A former-five term state representative, she is now serving her fifth term as Texas State Senator for District 26.

  Nationally, Senator Van de Putte served as Co-Chair of the 2008 Democratic National Convention, joining the ranks of Texas women Barbara Jordan and Ann Richards. In October 2008, Senator Van de Putte was the subject of a book published by Texas A & M University Press, titled Latina Legislator: Leticia Van de Putte and the Road to Leadership, by Dr. Sharon A. Navarro, a professor of political science at UTSA.

  Senator Van de Putte is a strong advocate for children, veterans, quality education, and the economic development of San Antonio. She has consistently authored and sponsored bills to assist families in securing opportunities. Multiple civic organizations and community groups have recognized Senator Van de Putte as one of the most effective and influential legislators in Texas.

  Senator Van de Putte was a Kellogg Fellow at Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of Government in 1993.  She received her Bachelor of Science from the University of Texas at Austin, College of Pharmacy. Senator Van de Putte currently lives in San Antonio with her husband of 34 years, Pete. She and Pete are blessed with six wonderful children: Nichole, Vanessa, Henry, Gregory, Isabella, and Paul, and also the proud grandparents of Julian, Jove and Marlo Stiles, Elliot Isaacs and Asher Isaacs Van de Putte.