Henry Bonilla Quotes
A collection of quotes by Henry Bonilla.
Henry Bonilla is a former American politician born on January 2, 1954, in San Antonio, Texas. He served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from 1993 to 2007. Bonilla, affiliated with the Republican Party, represented Texas's 23rd congressional district for a majority of his political career.
After completing his education, Bonilla was involved in various political activities, including working for US Senator John Tower. In 1992, he ran for Congress and won, beginning his tenure in the House of Representatives in January 1993. Throughout his 14 years in office, Bonilla focused on issues such as agriculture, healthcare, energy, and education.
During his time in Congress, Bonilla held positions on various committees, including the House Appropriations Committee. He worked to secure federal funding for infrastructure projects and pushed for policies to support rural development.
In 2006, redistricting changes led to a more competitive political environment, resulting in Bonilla's defeat in a special election in 2007. After leaving Congress, Bonilla became a lobbyist and consultant, utilizing his experience and connections to advise corporations and organizations.
Today, Bonilla remains involved in public service and political activities. He serves on the board of several organizations and continues to contribute to political discussions.