Andy Hopper (born February 18, 1977) is an American politician who works as a member of the Texas House of Representatives for the 64th district. He has held this position since 2025. In 2024, he won the Republican primary election against the current representative, Lynn Stucky.
Early life and education
Andy Hopper was born in Kansas City, Missouri, on February 18, 1977. He received his bachelor's degree from Ohio University in 1997 and a graduate degree from the University of North Texas in 2000. He and his wife, Amanda, have three sons and reside in Wise County, Texas.
Hopper has worked as an adjunct professor at the University of North Texas and has been employed as a software engineer in both the private sector and the defense industry. He has served in the Texas State Guard since 2014, reaching the rank of Chief Warrant Officer, and he also holds a US Patent.
Career
As a new member of the House during the 89th Legislative Session, he was assigned to serve on the Agriculture & Livestock committee and the Insurance committee.
Hopper introduced House Bill 1982 during his first month in office. The bill required approval from the Texas Attorney General and local sheriff before federal agents could carry out arrest warrants on Texas citizens. It also provided for a state court hearing before individuals could be transferred to federal custody. Hopper stated that the bill was "in support of President Donald Trump’s executive order regarding the treatment of Americans detained by the federal government after January 6, 2021."
Hopper also introduced HB 2657, which proposed ending the Texas Education Agency and transferring its responsibilities, jobs, and employee roles to the state comptroller and the State Board of Education.
Texas Military Department Awards
- Texas Outstanding Service Medal (2)
- Texas Medal of Merit (2)
- Texas State Guard Good Conduct (3)
- Texas Humanitarian Service Medal
- Texas Faithful Service Medal
- Officer Professional Development Ribbon
- NCO Professional Development Ribbon
- Enlisted Personnel Basic Training (BOT) Ribbon
- Physical Fitness Ribbon