Washington, DC – U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) helped pass the bipartisan Social Security Fairness Act of 2023, legislation that he supported as a co-sponsor and as a co-signer of a discharge petition to force a floor vote. This bill removes provisions that reduce Social Security benefits for teachers, law enforcement officers, firefighters, and other critical public… Read more »

LAREDO, TX – Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) announced the official opening of the new Laredo Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) Field Office at the World Trade Bridge (WTB) port of entry, in Laredo, Texas. Rep. Cuellar secured funding for this office through his support of CBP’s port of entry operations including robust staffing for the Office of… Read more »

LAREDO, TX – Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) celebrated the groundbreaking of the new Gateway Barbara Fasken Healthcare Clinic in Laredo, TX.  “Gateway clinics are the backbone of Laredo’s health system. I secured $1,997,000 in federal funding in FY23 for the new Barbara Fasken Healthcare Clinic in Laredo,” said Dr. Cuellar, a Senior Member of the House… Read more »

LAREDO, TX – Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) celebrated the ribbon cutting for the new Los Martinez Park in Laredo, TX.  “I am pleased to be here today to celebrate the new Los Martinez Park. Los Martinez Park will offer a safe space where people of all ages can gather and enjoy the outdoors in our community,” said Dr. Cuellar, a Senior Member of the House… Read more »

SAN ANTONIO, TX – Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) announced $11,077,810 in federal funding for Opportunity Home San Antonio.  “Today, I am pleased to announce $11,077,810 in federal funding for Opportunity Home San Antonio,” said Dr. Cuellar, a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee. “This funding is critical in combating health hazards in public… Read more »

TILDEN, TX – Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) announced $186,293 in Operation Stonegarden funding for McMullen County.   “Local law enforcement ensures everyone’s safety in McMullen County,” said Dr. Cuellar, a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee. “I am proud to help our law enforcement with the funding they need to keep our communities safe.… Read more »

SAN ANTONIO, TX – Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28), Ph.D. announced $2,690,608 in federal funding in support of mental health professionals for the San Antonio Independent School District (SAISD).   “This year, I secured $2,690,608 in federal funding from the Department of Education’s Mental Health Service Professional Demonstration Grant for the San Antonio… Read more »

SAN ANTONIO, TX – Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28), Ph.D. announced $270 Million in federal funding for VIA Metropolitan Transit’s Advanced Rapid Transit Green Line project and $1,672,978 in federal funding for the Brooks Development Authority in San Antonio.   "I secured $270 million in federal funding for the VIA Metropolitan Transit’s Advanced Rapid Transit… Read more »

LAREDO, TX – Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28), Ph.D. celebrated the ribbon cutting for the new Gateway Community Health Center-West Clinic in Laredo.  “Gateway Community Health Center is the backbone of Laredo’s health system. I secured Congressionally directed funding in FY22 to help expand Gateway’s reach and provide Laredo residents with the quality health care they… Read more »

Laredo, TX – Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) announced $260,700 in federal funding for TAMIU research for self-driving vehicles.   “This funding will be pivotal in the future of autonomous vehicles and our infrastructure,” said Dr. Cuellar, a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee. “I would like to thank Dr. Tashtoush, Acting President Castillo, and… Read more »