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September 28, 2013
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Congressional Report
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Dear Friends,
I would like to share with you several updates during my work week in Washington, D.C.
Frank Tejeda Veterans Home Grant Press Conference
On Tuesday, I presented over $800k in federal funds to the Frank Tejeda Veterans Home in Floresville.
These funds were awarded by the Department of Veterans Affairs, through the State of Texas's Veterans Land Board, as part of the Texas Veteran Land Board's (TVLB) 2013 Veteran Affairs grants projects.
Congressman Cuellar presenting over $800k in federal funds to the Frank Tejeda Veterans Home in Floresville, Texas.
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Specifically, these funds will be used towards the renovation and construction of a new ventilation system and kitchen at the establishment.
2013 Outstanding Teaching of Humanities Award
I had the honor of presenting the Humanities Texas 2013 "Outstanding Teaching of Humanities Award" to United South High School Teacher, Ms. Rosa Salazar.
Congressman Cuellar, Humanities Texas - Grants and Education Director Eric Lupfer, Ms. Rosa Salazar, and Texas A&M International University's Dean of College of Arts and Sciences Tom Mitchell |
Out of the 300 nominated Texas teachers this year, Ms. Salazar was one out of the twelve recipients of this annual award.
Congressman Cuellar presenting the Humanities Texas 2013 "Outstanding Teaching of Humanities Award" to United South High School Teacher, Ms. Rosa Salazar. |
This prestigious recognition is awarded to Texas Social Studies and Language Arts teachers who have made exemplary contributions in teaching, curriculum development and extracurricular programming.
Lewis Energy Group Job Fair
I along with City of Laredo Mayor Raul Salinas joined Lewis Energy Group & Workforce Solutions for South Texas in support of Lewis Energy Group's upcoming job fair.
City of Laredo Mayor Raul Salinas, Executive Director of Workforce Solutions for South Texas Rogelio Trevino, and Congressman Cuellar at Lewis Energy Job Fair Press Conference. |
The job fair provided applicants with the opportunity to speak to company representatives and learn more about the positions currently available.
Outreach Events throughout District 28
This week, my Chief of Staff, Cynthia Gaona participated in the Proposition 6 news conference hosted by Commissioner Tommy Adkisson at the Bexar County Courthouse in San Antonio.
This event brought together supporters, elected officials and citizens, in effort to bring to light the importance of securing our water future.
Chief of Staff Cynthia Gaona and Commissioner Adkisson at a news conference outside the Bexar County Courthouse in San Antonio, TX. |
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I strongly believe we must do everything we can to find efficient water usage methods, in order to prevent the consequences of acute water shortages in the future.
20th Annual Logistics and Manufacturing Symposium - Laredo, Texas
My Outreach Coordinator, Jorge Garcia, attended the 20th Annual Logistics and Manufacturing Symposium at Texas A&M International University in Laredo.
Outreach Coordinator Jorge Garcia (center) with Uni-Trade Forwarding Representatives Ricardo Lazo (left) and David Garza (right). |
Various representatives from logistics and manufacturing companies from around the United States attended the symposium to demonstrate the importance and impact international trade has on our economy.
FM 396 Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony - Mission, Texas
On Wednesday, outreach coordinator, Alexis Gallegos, attended the Texas Department of Transportation's ribbon-cutting ceremony for FM 396 in Mission.
 The Texas Department of Transportation's Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for FM 396 in Mission, Texas. |
The FM 396 expansion will play a key role in boosting economic development and international trade in the area. In addition, this project will emphasize and strengthen the importance of the emerging I-69 corridor which will provide the Rio Grande Valley with a vital interstate highway linking to the rest of Texas, the Midwest, and the East Coast of the United States.
New Texas Healthcare Premiums - Affordable Care Act
This week, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released the cost estimates of premiums for the State of Texas under the Health Insurance Marketplace opening October 1st.
In the 28th District, over 30% of residents do not have access to health insurance. The new Healthcare Marketplace will give such residents the ability to review a variety of options to ultimately choose an affordable health insurance plan which best suits them.
The statewide average premium in Texas for the lowest-cost silver plan will be $287 and the lowest-cost bronze plan will be $211.
- In McAllen-Edinburg-Pharr-Mission, TX, a 27-year old who makes $25,000 per year will pay $99 per month for the lowest cost bronze plan and $145 per month for the second lowest cost silver plan, taking into account tax credits. For a family of four in McAllen-Edinburg-Pharr-Mission, TX with an income of $50,000 per year, the lowest bronze plan would cost only $117 per month. And for McAllen-Edinburg-Pharr-Mission consumers will be able to choose from among 30 qualified health plans.
- In San Antonio, TX, a 27-year old who makes $25,000 per year will pay $87 per month for the lowest cost bronze plan and $145 per month for the second lowest cost silver plan, taking into account tax credits. For a family of four in San Antonio, TX with an income of $50,000 per year, the lowest bronze plan would cost only $73 per month. And San Antonio consumers will be able to choose from among 58 qualified plans.
To view the full report from HHS visit:
http://aspe.hhs.gov/health/reports/2013/MarketplacePremiums/ib_
marketplace_premiums.cfm
For more information regarding health coverage, visit HealthCare.gov or cuidadodesalud.gov.
Or Call Toll-Free: 1-800-318-2596
Sincerely,
Congressman Henry Cuellar
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Washington D.C. Office
2431 Rayburn HOB
Washington, DC 20515
phone: 202-225-1640
fax: 202-225-1641
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San Antonio Office
615 E. Houston Street, Suite 563
San Antonio, Texas 78205
phone: (210)271-2851
fax: (210) 277-6671
toll free: 1 (877) 780-0028
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Laredo Office
602 E. Calton Road, Suite 2
Laredo, Texas 78041
phone: (956) 725-0639
fax: (956) 725-2647
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Rio Grande Office
100 N. F.M. 3167
Rio Grande City, Texas 78582
phone: (956) 487-5603
fax: (956) 488-0952
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Mission Office
117 E. Tom Landry
Mission, Texas 78572
phone: (956) 424-3942
fax: (956) 424-3936
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