For nearly eight years, Laura served as Chief of Staff for Dallas City Council District 6, where she was a tireless advocate for the community. Residents trusted her to champion the issues that mattered most, from public safety and infrastructure to environmental justice and cultural recognition. Through this role, she gained a deep understanding of how local government can be a powerful tool in driving meaningful, lasting change.

On May 3, 2025, Laura was elected to the Dallas City Council. One of her first acts in office was championing the naming of the lakes along the Trinity River Basin as Three Sisters Lake, paying tribute to the legacy and contributions of Texas’ Native American tribes.

A lifelong resident of District 6, Laura’s roots in the community run deep. Her family has called the area home for over 80 years. Her father, Juan, is a Navy veteran who served aboard the USS Forrestal, and her mother worked for the City of Dallas. Public service, volunteerism and advocacy are at the core of who she is. Laura credits her Aunt Debbie with inspiring her civic journey by taking her to her first City Council meeting as a young girl, a moment that sparked a passion for public service.

Laura is a proud graduate of Baylor University, where she earned both her Bachelor of Arts and Master of Divinity. Her community involvement extends beyond City Hall. She co-chaired Bridge-O-Rama, the public celebration of the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge, and has served on both the Trinity Commons Foundation and the Baylor School of Social Work Board of Advocates.