The resolution honors Albert L. Reyes for his significant contributions as the president and CEO of Buckner International over the past 15 years. Buckner International, founded in 1879, is a faith-based organization dedicated to transforming the lives of vulnerable children, families, and seniors through various programs that provide family assistance, counseling, and other essential services. Mr. Reyes has been with Buckner since 2007, previously serving as president of Buckner Children and Family Services, and has held various leadership roles in the Baptist community, including president of the Baptist General Convention of Texas.
Mr. Reyes holds multiple degrees, including a bachelor’s in business administration and advanced degrees in theology and missiology. His leadership has been recognized with several awards, including the 2022 D CEO Nonprofit and Corporate Citizenship Leadership Excellence Award. The resolution expresses the Texas House of Representatives' high regard for Mr. Reyes and extends best wishes for his continued success, with an official copy of the resolution to be prepared for him.