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Chip Roy

Chip Roy

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Congressional Representative · TX-21

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Biography

Charles Eugene "Chip" Roy, born on August 7, 1972, in Bethesda, Maryland, is a Republican politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Texas's 21st Congressional District since January 3, 2019. The district encompasses parts of South Austin, North San Antonio, and the Texas Hill Country. Roy is married to Carrah, and they have two children, Charlie and Virginia.

Education

  • Bachelor of Science in Commerce, University of Virginia, 1994
  • Master of Science in Information Systems, University of Virginia, 1995
  • Juris Doctor, University of Texas at Austin, 2003

Political Experience

  • U.S. House of Representatives: Serving Texas's 21st Congressional District since 2019.
  • First Assistant Attorney General of Texas: Served under Attorney General Ken Paxton from 2014 to 2016.
  • Chief of Staff to U.S. Senator Ted Cruz: Held the position from 2012 to 2014.
  • Senior Advisor to Texas Governor Rick Perry: Served in 2011.
  • Staff Director and Senior Counsel: Worked for U.S. Senator John Cornyn from 2002 to 2009.
  • Special Assistant U.S. Attorney: Served in the Eastern District of Texas.

Notable Achievements and Positions

  • Committee Assignments:
    • Member of the House Judiciary Committee
    • Member of the House Rules Committee
    • Member of the House Budget Committee
  • Policy Chair of the House Freedom Caucus: Holds a leadership role within this conservative group.
  • Legislative Initiatives: Introduced and supported legislation focusing on border security, healthcare reform, and fiscal responsibility.

Roy's career reflects a commitment to conservative principles and active involvement in both state and federal governance.

Committees

10 assignments
Budget Committee Oversight Task Force member
Combat Mexican Drug Cartels Task Force member
Combat Mexican Drug Cartels Task Force member
Budget member
Budget Committee Health Care Task Force member
Judiciary member
Judiciary Committee Constitution and Limited Government chair
Judiciary Committee Immigration Integrity, Security and Enforcement member
Rules member
Rules Committee Legislative and Budget Process member

At a glance

Office
Congressional Representative
District
TX-21
Born
August 7, 1972 (53 years old)
Mailing
103 Cannon House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515