HOUSTON, TX — The METRO Board of Directors welcomes its newest Board Member. Chris Hollins was sworn in, during a virtual ceremony, by METRO Board Chair Carrin Patman. The 34-year-old Houston Attorney was appointed to the position by the Harris County Commissioners Court.

Hollins most recently served in the role of Harris County Clerk and is the Principal Attorney at Hollins Law Group PLLC. Since the conclusion of his term as County Clerk, he has continued to serve as an advocate for voting rights, democracy, and good government.

Hollins credits the example set by his parents for his commitment to public service and improving the lives of others. His father, George, served for 34 years in the Houston Police Department, and his mother, Christie, managed a career as an Administrative Assistant while raising Chris, his two sisters, and more than 20 foster children.

Hollins holds a Bachelor of Arts in political science with Phi Beta Kappa honors from Morehouse College. He also completed a joint program with Yale Law School and Harvard Business School, earning both his Juris Doctor and Master of Business Administration degrees.

Hollins replaces outgoing member Lisa Gonzales Castañeda. During the METRO Board of Directors meeting, Castañeda was honored by proclamation for her dedicated effort.

METRO's board is comprised of nine members. Five are nominated by the mayor of Houston and confirmed by Houston City Council. Two are appointed by the mayors of METRO's 14 other member cities. Two are appointed by the Harris County Commissioners Court.