Rios Ybarra calls renewable energy a critical challenge"
(Austin TX) Representative Tara Rios Ybarra (D-South Padre Island) has been named Chair of the Texas House Energy Resources Subcommittee on Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy by House Energy Resources Chairman Jim Keffer. Rep. Rios Ybarra will succeed current chairman Rep. David Farabee (D-Wichita Falls) who chose not to seek re-election.
Rep. Rios Ybarra has shown great initiative as a member of the Energy Resources Committee and she will help Texas become a leader in renewable
energy said Chairman Jim Keffer.
Keffer said he believed Rios Ybarra will serve in this position with honor and distinction.
Rep. Rios Ybarra said she is committed to helping the State of Texas achieve its potential as a world leader in renewable energy while working to make Texas more energy efficient.
Renewable energy is a critical issue for my region and the entire state of Texas" Rios Ybarra said.
The strength of economy the creation of jobs and the maintenance of a clean and healthy environment all depend on our ability to identify and harness renewable energy sources. I am honored by this appointment and I pledge to work diligently" said Rios Ybarra.
