A leader who learned to keep promises, a chance at chairing committees, and what they see as more chances for a fairer playing field.

House Speaker Dade Phelan had been seeking his third session in the leadership role but dropped out of the race on Dec. 6. He’d faced scrutiny from some within the GOP for his leadership, including the appointment of Democrats as committee chairs – a long held House tradition – and the House’s impeachment of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton.

Texas Rep. Jared Patterson of Frisco discusses why Dustin Burrows is the right person for the Texas House Speaker.

Republican Texas Rep. Shelley Luther from Grayson County says she's already moved on from the vote and is ready to work.