Appropriations

Rep. Cuellar’s Statement on Republican-Proposed Laddered Continuing Resolution

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Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) released the following statement on the Republican-proposed laddered Continuing Resolution: “I oppose the Republican-proposed laddered Continuing Resolution (CR). This proposal doesn’t include emergency supplemental funding for Border Patrol and other operators who are working tirelessly to secure the border, doubles the likelihood of…

Rep. Cuellar Announces $1,000,000 in Congressionally Directed Funding for the Zacate Creek Restoration Project

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Laredo, TX – Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) announced $1,000,000 in Congressionally directed funding for the Zacate Creek Restoration Project. The funds will be used to enhance a section of Zacate Creek to create a new fishing area, reconstruct a retaining wall, restore the Zacate stream, landscape, irrigate, and clear invasive species. Zacate Creek serves as a…

Rep. Cuellar Announces $963,000 in Congressionally Directed Funding for Texas A&M International University’s STEM Connector Project with Laredo College

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Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) announced $963,000 in Congressionally directed funding for Texas A&M International University’s (TAMIU) STEM Connector Project with Laredo College. The funds will be used to create a graduate certificate in Systems Engineering at TAMIU, develop a coordinated engineering curriculum at TAMIU and Laredo College, purchase…

Rep. Cuellar Announces $1,300,000 in Congressionally Directed Funding for Union Apprenticeships in San Antonio

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San Antonio, TX – Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announced $1,300,000 in Congressionally directed funding for union apprenticeships in San Antonio. The funds will be used to purchase equipment and renovate workspaces for the Local 66 International Association of Ironworkers through the City of San Antonio’s Ready to Work apprenticeship program. The equipment…

Rep. Cuellar Announces $500,000 in Congressionally Directed Funding for the McMullen County Fairgrounds

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Tilden, TX – Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announced $500,000 in Congressionally directed funding for the McMullen County fairgrounds. The funds will be used to renovate the fairgrounds with improved lighting for parking and arena areas, an upgraded livestock show animal barn, and a new pavilion. The McMullen County fairgrounds play host for multiple events,…

Rep. Cuellar Announces $963,000 in Congressionally Directed Funding for New Police Cruisers in Guadalupe County

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Universal City, TX – Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announced $963,000 in Congressionally directed funding for new police cruisers in Guadalupe County. The new vehicles will be equipped with improved handling features, GPS, and communications systems to help officers as they respond to emergency calls.  The funds will provide police cruisers for several cities…

Rep. Cuellar Announces $1,000,000 in Congressionally Directed Funding for Duval County’s Community Centers

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San Diego, TX – Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announced $1,000,000 in Congressionally directed funding for Duval County’s community centers. The funds will be used to renovate the centers with new air conditioning, heating units, roof replacements, generators, and kitchen equipment. The renovations will allow Duval County’s community centers to host more communal…

Rep. Cuellar Announces $1,400,000 Federal Earmark for Laredo College’s Veterans Center of Excellence

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Laredo, TX – Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announced a $1,400,000 federal earmark for Laredo College’s Veterans Center of Excellence. The funds will be used to renovate Laredo College’s Guard House building with new heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, building infrastructure, and student equipment to create a central hub for veterans and their…

Rep. Cuellar Announces $1,000,000 in Congressionally Directed Funding for New Jim Hogg County Emergency Operations Center

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Hebbronville, TX – Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announced $1,000,000 in Congressionally directed funding for the new Jim Hogg County Emergency Operations Center (EOC). The funds will be used to provide Jim Hogg County’s fire department, emergency medical services, and emergency management services with a dedicated facility to respond to emergencies and major…

Rep. Cuellar Announces $1,000,000 Federal Earmark for the Renovation of the Zapata County 4-H Rodeo Arena

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Zapata, TX – Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announced a $1,000,000 federal earmark for the renovation of the Zapata County 4-H rodeo arena. The funds will be used to construct an all-weather roping arena roof, bleachers, and restroom facilities. Currently, the lack of shaded cover and limited resources significantly restrict the arena’s usage. The renovations will allow…