Texas House of Representatives
On November 6,2018,Goodwin won the general election with 52%,defeating incumbent Republican Paul Workman who got 48% of the vote. [6] Her service as a State Representative has been focused on issues concerning public education,child welfare,and comprehensive healthcare. [7]
Goodwin is known for her work helping pass 'Cati's Act',a drowning prevention act meant to expand safety regulations for children under twelve. [8] In addition she filed the 'Natalia Cox Act',meant to aid victims of domestic violence by requiring police officers and medical professionals to provide victims with resources. [9]
In 2025,Goodwin was one of the Democratic members of the Texas House who participated in a quorum-bust to attempt and delay the passage of controversial new congressional maps. [10] While she was absent from the state,Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit to have her seat,along with those of 12 other representatives,declared vacant and remove them from office. [11]
During the 89th legislative session she was a member of the House Appropriations Committee and the House Insurance Committee. [12] In prior legislative sessions,she served on the House Committees of Agriculture and Livestock,Environmental Regulation,Homeland Security and Public Safety,Urban Affairs,and the House Select Committee on Community Safety. [13] [14]
In May 2025,Goodwin announced her candidacy for Lieutenant Governor in the 2026 election. [15]
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