Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28), released the FBI’s 2024 crime statistics, which over the years have consistently shown what residents along the southern border already know. These communities are safer than many non-border cities across the United States. “When our communities are safe, everything else becomes possible,” said Dr. Cuellar. “Jobs grow. Schools succeed. Families thri... Read More »

Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX) joined U.S. Representatives Glenn Thompson (R-PA), Mark Alford (R-MO), and Jimmy Panetta (D-CA) in introducing the bipartisan Growing Opportunities in Agriculture (GO Ag) Act to promote agriculture education and learning opportunities for the next generation of American farmers and researchers. “As a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee, I’ve seen fi... Read More »

WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) joined a bipartisan coalition in support of bringing down the rising cost of child care and easing the burden on working families across South Texas and the nation. "As the cost of living continues to climb, affordable child care has become out of reach for too many parents," said Congressman Cuellar. "No parent should have to choose be... Read More »

Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar Ph.D. (TX-28) joined City of Laredo Mayor Dr. Victor D. Treviño, El Metro Transit Director Robert J. Garza, El Metro Transit Assistant General Manager Monica Garcia, and local constituents for a public transportation ride along to highlight the largest fleet expansion in Laredo’s history. Together, they boarded one of the new buses to showcase its modern features a... Read More »

Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28), joined TxDOT Commissioner Alejandro “Alex” G. Meade III, Mayor Victor D. Treviño, state officials, and local constituents for the groundbreaking ceremony of the much-anticipated Lomas Del Sur Overpass Project. This transformative infrastructure project will replace the current closed intersection at SL20 and Lomas Del Sur Boulevard with an elevated ... Read More »

Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) joined Laredo Mayor Victor Treviño at Laredo City Hall to provide an update on how the Department of Defense continues to support South Texas border security efforts. As a senior member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense and Homeland Security, Congressman Cuellar has worked to secure resources and oversight for border security. ... Read More »

READ ON LAREDO MORNING TIMES By Congressman Henry Cuellar July 12, 2025 In South Texas, folks tell me what matters: a good job, a doctor they can afford, safe schools, and a fair shot to build a better life for their families. That’s what a responsible budget should support. But the bill that just passed the House? It does the opposite. In Washington, they call it a budget. But to the people I re... Read More »

The $2,150,000 federal investment to upgrade streets and drainage infrastructure in Rio Bravo is entering the final stages of construction and inspection, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28), announced today, with completion set for August. This marks the first time in 36 years that Rio Bravo’s streets have been repaved, bringing long-awaited improvements to families across the community... Read More »

Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28), released the following statement in response to United States strikes against Iranian nuclear facilities: "Iran's pursuit of nuclear weapons is a direct threat to the safety of the United States, our allies, and the stability of the Middle East. The regime has made its intentions clear by developing its nuclear program in secr... Read More »

Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28), released the following statement in response to Israel’s defensive strikes against the Iranian regime: “Iran’s accelerating nuclear program, developed in secret and in violation of international agreements, poses a direct threat to our national security and the safety of the entire region. With a long track record of supporting... Read More »

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, June 6, 2025 Fernanda Nunez-Cazares, District Press Secretary fernanda.nunez-cazares@mail.house.gov Cell: (619) 209-1834 Matthew Landini, DC Press Secretary matt@mail.house.gov Cell: (216) 952-8227 Rep. Cuellar Statement on Bipartisan Push to Protect Job Corps Strongly Opposes Disruption to Laredo Center WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-2... Read More »

Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) released the following statement after a federal judge temporarily blocked the U.S. Department of Labor from moving forward with its plan to suspend operations at contractor-operated Job Corps Centers, including the one located in Laredo: “The federal court’s decision is the right one. The Department of Labor’s plan to shut do... Read More »

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, May 29, 2025 Fernanda Nunez-Cazares, District Press Secretary fernanda.nunez-cazares@mail.house.gov Cell: (619) 209-1834 Matthew Landini, DC Press Secretary matt@mail.house.gov Cell: (216) 952-8227 Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) issued the following statement in response to the U.S. Department of Labor’s announcement of a phased “pause” in operations ... Read More »

Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28), voted against the partisan budget bill, expressing concern that the legislation would raise costs for working families and make deep cuts to essential programs – including Medicaid, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which includes school meals, and health coverage for millions of Americans. “I voted against this bill because I be... Read More »

Washington, D.C. – In a major milestone for online safety and the protection of minors, Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28), today celebrated the signing of the bipartisan TAKE IT DOWN Act, landmark legislation to crack down on non-consensual and sexually exploitative imagery, including dangerous AI-generated deepfakes. “Let me be clear: no child, from Texas or anywhere in the world, should f... Read More »