The moderate Democrat from Robstown chairs the Corrections Committee.
State Rep. Abel Herrero with his family on the House floor on the first day of the 2017 Texas legislative session, on Jan. 10, 2017.
“I have worked hard to bring people together for common goals and purposes to create better opportunities for all Texans,” Herrero said in a statement. “I hope that I have been able to make our communities and state a better place.” Herrero was known for championing public education and regularly offered budget amendments opposing state funds for school voucher programs. His amendment got more attention than usual this year due to Gov.Herrero was not always aligned with his party, though, especially on social issues. He wasearlier this year who supported a ban on gender-affirming care for transgender minors.
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