Angie Chen Button is a Republican representing Texas House District 112, which includes portions of Garland, Richardson, Rowlett, Sachse, and Dallas in Dallas County. Born on February 9, 1954, in Taipei, Taiwan, she immigrated to the United States and embodies the American dream, rising from humble beginnings in a one-room hut without running water. She has served in the Texas House since first elected in 2008, with her seat up for election in 2026. Notable achievements include chairing the Trade, Workforce, and Economic Development Committee, and serving on the Ways and Means and House Administration Committees; she was the first woman to chair the Texas House Economic and Small Business Committee. A determined tax-cutter, she has defended public schools, cut burdensome regulations, and championed education, business, job growth, and individual liberty. Awards include the YWCA 100 Years 100 Women Award, Women of Achievement-High Tech Award, SMU Women Helping Women Maura Award, and others recognizing her as a mentor and leader.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: BS in Accounting from National Taiwan University; MS in Public Finance and Management Sciences from the University of Texas at Dallas . She is a Certified Public Accountant .
• Professional Career: Worked 35 years at Texas Instruments as an auditor and International Marketing Manager promoting U.S. products overseas; occupation listed as marketing.
• Community Service: Served on the Dallas Area Rapid Transit Board and Executive Committee of the Dallas Regional Mobility Coalition; leadership in chambers of commerce , citizen coalitions, Dallas Assembly, Dallas Summit, and Women’s Museum Advisory Board.
• Political Experience: Elected to Texas House District 112 in 2008; current committees include Chair of Trade, Workforce, and Economic Development, Ways and Means, and House Administration. Resides in Garland/Richardson area for 30+ years with husband Darcy , son Dane, and three grandchildren.