Acton was born and raised in Kansas before moving to Arizona for her senior year of high school.

[1] In September 2017, Rep. Adam Gardiner stepped down from his legislative post to become Salt Lake County Recorder.

[3] Her speech at the special election focused on three principles: freedom, civility, and the worth and dignity of every individual and family.

Acton won reelection in 2018, defeating Democratic challenger Diane Lewis with 47.94 percent of the popular vote.

[4] In the legislature, she has passed bills to protect the rights of consumers, people with disabilities, HOA residents, parents, and the unborn[5], among others.