The Texas House of Representatives has passed a resolution commending Jos H. Villarreal for his significant contributions to the state and his exemplary career. A native of East Chicago, Indiana, Villarreal began as a civil rights lawyer in Texas and served as the state assistant attorney general in 1988. He played key roles in presidential campaigns for Bill Clinton, Al Gore, Hillary Clinton, and Barack Obama, and was appointed by President Obama as the U.S. commissioner general to the Shanghai World Expo. After a successful career in law, including partnerships at prominent law firms, he retired in 2020 but continues to serve as a consultant.

Villarreal's extensive involvement in various organizations and boards, such as the KIPP Foundation and the National Council of La Raza, highlights his commitment to civic engagement and public service. He has received numerous accolades, including induction into the San Antonio Aviation and Aerospace Hall of Fame and the Order of the Aztec Eagle from the Mexican government. The resolution expresses the Texas House's admiration for Villarreal's achievements and extends best wishes for his future endeavors, reflecting the high regard in which he is held by the community.