Rey Hernandez

Rey Hernandez is a retired U.S. Marine Corps Master Sergeant, cattle rancher, and longtime community advocate running for his third time for Arkansas House District 11. If elected, he would become the first Latino State Representative in Arkansas history. A 20-year Marine veteran who enlisted at 17 in 1969, Rey met his wife Roselea (an Arkansas native) during his service. They have been cattle ranchers in Rogers since 1989. His mother, who earned U.S. citizenship in her 50s and joined LULAC to advocate for Latino rights, inspired his commitment to public service.

Proud son of Mexican immigrants. Raised in El Paso, Texas with four brothers. His mother worked in sewing, hair, and laundry, and through hard work bought a home in El Paso. She later earned U.S. citizenship in her 50s and joined LULAC to advocate for Latino rights, inspiring Rey's dedication to public service. Rey's parents taught him the importance of tenacity, faith, family, and reverence for his roots. Met his wife Roselea, an Arkansas native, during his Marine Corps service.