Texas State House District 112: candidates

Current seat holder: Angie Chen Button.

Angie Chen Button

Angie Chen Button She assumed office in 2009.

“It is quite an honor to serve my community. My vision is to do even more to make Texas the best place to live and grow.” (Community Impact Candidate Q&A (September 8, 2026))

“My top priorities are ensuring the health of the Texas economy so Texans can earn family sustaining wages, making sure young Texans are set on a path to success with access to quality childcare and a good education, and keeping our communities safe.” (Community Impact Candidate Q&A (September 8, 2026))

“As Chair of the Trade, Workforce and Economic Development Committee, I will continue to advance career training and apprenticeship programs, reduce the regulatory and tax burdens, and welcome economic growth necessary to keep overall taxes low.” (Community Impact Candidate Q&A (September 8, 2026))

Zach Herbert

Zach Herbert In candidate filings and Q&A responses, Zach Herbert's occupation is listed as Marine Corps veteran; small business owner, trial attorney, father of four kids in Richardson Public Schools.

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“I've spent my career serving — as a Marine officer, and now as a trial attorney fighting for injured Texans against powerful interests. District 112 deserves a representative who answers to neighbors, not lobbyists.” (Community Impact Candidate Q&A (September 8, 2026))

“Fund public schools first. Raise the basic allotment, base it on enrollment and tie it to inflation so our school districts don't have to cut staff.” (Community Impact Candidate Q&A (September 8, 2026))

“I run a small business, so I know the costs of payroll, rent and insurance. Cut red tape and permitting delays.” (Community Impact Candidate Q&A (September 8, 2026))