Everything state Rep. Bobby Guerra said at RGVP's Legislators Appreciation Reception

MCALLEN, Texas - State Rep. R.D. ‘Bobby’ Guerra is encouraging his constituents to ask as many questions as possible of him.“Increasing transparency and efficiency in government is the upmost important thing that we do and I hope you all ask us questions, because that's the only way you're going to know what what we're doing,” Guerra said, at an event hosted recently by the Rio Grande Valley Partnership.The event was titled “Rio Grande Valley Legislators Appreciation Reception.” It was held at the Radisson in McAllen.Guerra, D-McAllen, represents District 41, covering all or parts of the cities of McAllen, Mission, Edinburg, Palmhurst, Lopezville, and Pharr. He was first elected in 2012 and is serving his sixth term in the Texas House.In his remarks, Guerra said the “word is getting” about the growth and dynamism of the region. He said he was honored to represent the region in the Texas House.“There are countless hours that we spend, trying to make sure that we're on the right side of history, trying to make sure that we're on the right side of things that are best for the Rio Grande Valley. And I mean that wholeheartedly,” Guerra said.“So, when you see the rest of the reps and, of course, the senators, give them a big hug and tell them you really appreciate what they're doing.”Guerra said his constituents should always feel free to contact him. “Hopefully, you're gonna like what you hear. And if you don't hear anything, then you can wonder, I wonder what he thought about that. So anyway, we're here to do the very best we can in the Legislature,” Guerra said.“It can be quite grueling. Sometimes we'll go till 2 or 3 in the morning. And that's always an experience.”Guerra added: “I just want you to know each and every one of my colleagues works countless hours to make sure that your children will thrive in the future. God bless you. God bless Texas. And my dear colleagues, thank you for serving with me. God bless.”Go to www.riograndeguardian.com to read the latest border news stories and watch the latest news videos.