Bill Text: TX HR1292 | 2025-2026 | 89th Legislature | Enrolled

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Bill Title: Honoring Frank Herrera Jr. for his dedication to the advancement of the Latino population in San Antonio and beyond.

Sponsorship: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1)

Status: (Passed) 2025-06-01 - Reported enrolled [HR1292 Detail]

Download: Texas-2025-HR1292-Enrolled.html

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H.R. No. 1292

R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Frank Herrera Jr. of San Antonio has demonstrated an
unwavering commitment to justice and to the economic and political
empowerment of the Latino and Texas communities; and
WHEREAS, The founder of the Herrera Law Firm, Mr. Herrera has
pursued a successful career as a fierce protector of the underdog;
he has been an innovator in using courtroom technology in trials,
and he is often consulted by other attorneys for his expertise in
personal injury, insurance fraud, construction accidents, and
labor and employment law; benefiting his profession, he has served
on the board of governors of the Association of Trial Lawyers of
America and the board of directors of the Texas Trial Lawyers
Association; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Herrera is chairman of the board and managing
partner of Valiente International Ventures, a holding company for
HERO Assemblers and HERO Logistics; both HERO entities are
award-winning Tier One Suppliers for Toyota Motor Manufacturing
Texas, where Tundra and Sequoia models are manufactured, and they
have been recognized for their commitment to safety and quality in
handling onsite wheel and tire assembly, logistics, and cross dock
operations for Team Texas; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Herrera has given freely of his time and
resources to numerous civic and charitable organizations and
educational institutions, including the St. Mary's University
Alumni Association and San Fernando Historical City Centre
Foundation; among other leadership roles, he has served on the
boards of the Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund,
Central Catholic High School, and the San Antonio Hispanic Chamber
of Commerce; in 2013, he was named chair of the board of the New
America Alliance, a group of entrepreneurs and business leaders who
work to increase access to and control of capital among Latinos and
to develop the next generation of leaders; he has donated funds to a
host of community, cultural, and educational organizations as well;
and
WHEREAS, In 2024, Mr. Herrera received the Texas Trial
Lawyers Association Lifetime Achievement Award, and in 2010, he was
honored with the prestigious Ohtli Award from the government of
Mexico; his many accolades further include La Prensa's Fourth
Annual Hispanic Heritage Award for the Legal Profession, the Peter
Torres Jr. Community Service Award from the Hispanic Issues Section
of the State Bar of Texas, and MALDEF's Valerie Kantor Award for
Extraordinary Achievement; and
WHEREAS, A committed champion of justice and the Latino
community, Frank Herrera has earned the admiration and appreciation
of innumerable people through his wide-ranging professional and
civic contributions; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas
Legislature hereby honor Frank Herrera Jr. for his dedication to
the advancement of the Latino population in San Antonio and beyond
and extend to him sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Herrera as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.
Martinez Fischer
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1292 was adopted by the House on June
1, 2025, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House