82R4190 MGR-D
By: Alvarado H.R. No. 124
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Herb M. Yambra of Houston has been a notable leader
in raising awareness about railroad safety issues that impact Texas
communities; and
WHEREAS, Before retiring in 2009, Mr. Yambra was employed as
a railroad engineer for nearly 30 years, working for Southern
Pacific and Union Pacific; he was a member of the Brotherhood of
Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen and served as president and
legislative representative of his division and as the second vice
chair of the union's Texas Legislative Board; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Yambra emphasized safety issues during his
tenure with the railroad, focusing particularly on trains run by
remote control, without a certified engineer at the helm; an
editorial he authored on the subject was published in the Houston
Chronicle in 2003, and the City of Houston and Harris County both
passed resolutions calling for regulation of these trains as a
result of his advocacy; moreover, he was nominated for an award in
2000 for his work to prevent grade-crossing accidents; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Yambra has served on the Harris County AFL-CIO
Scholarship Committee, and he has also been active in voter
registration efforts and has volunteered at election polling
places; in addition, he supports the Houston Livestock Show and
Rodeo through his work as a committee member; and
WHEREAS, In all of his endeavors, Mr. Yambra enjoys the love
and support of his wife of more than 20 years, Kathy, and his
children, Sarah, Tiffany, and Jamie, and he also takes great pride
in his three grandchildren; he frequently participates in cook-offs
and delights in spending time with his family and friends; and
WHEREAS, Herb Yambra has demonstrated an enduring commitment
to the protection and well-being of his fellow citizens, and his
efforts to promote railroad safety have earned him the lasting
appreciation of many Texans; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby honor Herb M. Yambra for his work relating to
railroad safety 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. Yambra as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.