Background
Herrero, Abel was born on October 29, 1969.
Herrero, Abel was born on October 29, 1969.
Bachelor in Political Science, Texas Agricultural and Mechanical University, College Station. Juris Doctor, University Texas School Law.
Herrero had previously held the seat from 2005-2011, but was defeated in the 2010 election by Connie Scott. In November 2012, Herrero defeated Scott to regain the seat. He received a Bachelor of Arts in political science from Texas Agricultural and Mechanical University in 1993, and a Juris Doctor from the University of Texas in 1997.
While in the House, Herrero was the Vice-Chairman of the Health and Human Services Committee, and the Chairman of the Integrated Eligibility and TIERS Subcommittee.
He also served on the served on the Appropriations Committee, Agriculture and Livestock Committee, Redistricting Committee, and the Defense Affairs and State-Federal Relations Committees.
A graduate of Robstown High School, Herrero was a member of the Robstown City Council from 1999-2003.
Married Matilda Carrizales. 4 children.