Diego Bernal Explained

Diego Bernal
State House:	Texas
District:	123rd
Term Start:	March 3, 2015
Predecessor:	Mike Villarreal
Birth Name:	Diego Manuel Bernal
Birth Date:	19 October 1976^[1]
Party:	Democratic
Alma Mater:	University of Michigan
Residence:	San Antonio, Texas, U.S.
Website:	http://votediego.com

Diego Manuel Bernal (born October 19, 1976) is a Democratic member of the Texas House of Representatives representing District 123. He was sworn into office on March 3, 2015, after winning a special election on February 17, 2015. Bernal previously served as a member of the San Antonio City Council.^{[2] [3]}

Sponsored legislation

In December 2016, Bernal filed SB 220, which would prohibit openly carrying guns into mental health facilities.^[4]

External links

• Legislative page
• Diego Bernal at the Texas Tribune

Notes and References

1. Web site: Rep. Diego Bernal - Texas State Directory Online.
2. News: Darden. Van. Bernal, Menendez win in runoff election. 4 January 2017. KSAT. February 17, 2015.
3. News: Baugh. Josh. Councilman Diego Bernal to step down. 4 January 2017. My San Antonio. November 13, 2014.
4. News: Priest. Jessica. Bill prohibits open carry in mental health facilities. 4 January 2017. Victoria Advocate. December 28, 2016.