Guide Note:Kay Bailey Hutchison, born to Kathryn Ella Sharp and Allan Abner Bailey, is the most senior female Republican United States Senator from Texas. She is now serving her third term, reneging on a promise of a two-term limit. She is considered a possible candidate for the Texas governorship election in 2010.
Fast Facts:
- Born: July 22, 1943
- Spouse: Ray Hutchison
- Party: Republican
- First woman to represent Texas in the U.S. Senate
- Honorary board member of the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation
- Appeared on Walker, Texas Ranger as herself
- Became a bank executive and successful businesswoman during a brief break from politics
