Senator César J. Blanco Appointed as First Vice President for NALEO’s Board of Directors

Press Release Contact: Taylor Sanchez
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Taylor.sanchez@senate.texas.gov
April 22, 2026
Senator César J. Blanco Appointed as First Vice President for
NALEO’s Board of Directors
El Paso, Texas – Yesterday, the National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials
(NALEO) announced the election of its Board of Directors for the 2026-2027 term, appointing
Senator César J. Blanco as First Vice President.
NALEO Educational Fund is the nation’s leading non-profit, non-partisan organization that
facilitates full Latino participation in the American political process, from citizenship to public
service.
Senator César J. Blanco issued the following statement:
“I’m grateful for the opportunity to serve as First Vice President of the Board of Directors for the
National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO). This role is a
responsibility to help open doors, build pathways to public service, and ensure Latino
communities are part of the decisions that shape our future. I look forward to working with
colleagues across the country to grow civic engagement, support emerging leaders, and keep our
focus on delivering results that matter in people’s daily lives.”
Erica Bernal-Martinez, CEO of NALEO and NALEO Educational Fund, issued the
following statement:
"Senator Blanco's election as NALEO First Vice President speaks to the confidence our Board
has in his leadership. His deep roots in El Paso and the Big Bend region, his record of delivering
for border communities, and his years of dedicated service on our Board make him exceptionally
well-prepared for this role. At NALEO, we are focused on putting our members first — making
sure Latino elected and appointed officials across the country have the tools, resources, and
information they need to lead effectively and help their communities thrive. Senator Blanco
embodies our mission and represents the best and brightest among NALEO members. We are
proud to have him helping lead the way."
For further information, please contact Taylor Sanchez at Taylor.Sanchez@senate.texas.gov.