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  • Cuellar Statement on Explosions in Boston
    Apr 15, 2013 - Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) released the following statement on the explosions at the end of the Boston Marathon: “My thoughts and prayers are with the families of all the victims that were affected this afternoon by the explosions at the Boston Marathon. As a family man and father, my... More
  • Congressman Henry Cuellar applauds Mexico release of Water
    Apr 5, 2013 - Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX-28) released the following statement after Mexico and the International Boundary Water Commission approved a release of water from the La Fragua Dam to communities of South Texas: “This evening I was encouraged by Mexico’s first step of water delivery in line with the... More
  • Cuellar: GOP FY 2014 Budget keeps Sequestration in place and ends Medicare as we know it
    Mar 21, 2013 - Congressman Henry Cuellar, (D-TX28), today released the following statement on the FY 2014 Republican budget, which passed the U.S. House 221-207. “Our economy is at a critical stage in its recovery. These cuts are arbitrary and severe. Passing legislation that we know for a fact will slow economic... More
  • Congressman Cuellar released the following statement on Sequestration Impact to CBP
    Mar 14, 2013 - “Last week I voted against the continuing resolution that reinforces sequestration and keeps additional cuts in place. Based on current guidance, the sequestration order requires U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to make $512 million in reductions in Fiscal Year (FY) 2013, which includes a 5%... More
  • Congressman Cuellar issued the following statement on the passage of VAWA:
    Feb 28, 2013 - “I am pleased to have voted today with my colleagues in the House for the reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) to ensure justice is served for the victims of domestic violence and abuse. The prevention of domestic violence and the safety and security of women should not be a part... More
  • Cuellar: Congress Acts to Protect the Middle Class
    Jan 2, 2013 - Congressman Henry Cuellar released the following statement after the House passed the Senate legislation to make tax cuts for the middle class permanent, extend critical tax credits for working families, and avert the so-called “fiscal cliff”: "This compromise and the accompanying vote were long ove... More
  • Congressman Cuellar Issues Statement on Death of Texas State Senator Mario Gallegos Jr.
    Oct 17, 2012 - “My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of State Senator Mario Gallegos Jr. I truly admire his dedication to the people of Texas, especially in Houston. He was a dedicated lawmaker as demonstrated throughout his 20 years of public service. His legacy in the Texas State Legislature w... More
  • CONGRESSMAN CUELLAR RESPONDS TO SPEAKER BOEHNER’S ‘FISCAL CLIFF’ COMMENTS
    Sep 12, 2012 - Washington, D.C. – Congressman Henry Cuellar released the following statement after U.S. House Speaker Boehner commented that “he was not confident at all” that we could avoid the fiscal cliff. Yesterday, Moody’s Investors Service issued report of a possible lowering of the government’s triple-A cre... More
  • Congressman Cuellar Responds to Health Care Ruling
    Jun 28, 2012 - Washington, DC—Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-Laredo) released the following statement in response to the Supreme Court decision upholding the health care law: This decision is a victory for Texans, the middle class and the American people. With this ruling, Americans will continue to benefit f... More
  • Cuellar Statement on National Small Business Week
    May 23, 2012 - Every year since 1963, the President has proclaimed a National Small Business Week to recognize the contributions that small businesses play in creating an economy built to last. As a former small business owner, I know firsthand that small businesses drive our economy, and I am proud to join worker... More