Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) announced $6,005,040 in Federal Funding for Gateway Community Health Centers. "The $6,005,040 in funding will significantly enhance our Gateway Community Health Center locations, which serve more than 32,000 patients annually,” said Dr. Cuellar. “Gateway Health is an outstanding community partner across South Texas and these federal dollars will ensure thes... Read More »
Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) announced $2,678,762 in federal funding for Zapata County ISD for free or reduced meals for Zapata County ISD students for the 2023 to 2024 school year. “I’m pleased to announce over $2.6 million in federal reimbursements for Zapata County ISD towards providing free or reduced-cost meals for our children. Providing our children with high-quality meals is es... Read More »
Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) announced $14,477,723 in federal funding for Starr County school districts for free or reduced meals for students in Starr County for the 2023 to 2024 school year. “These federal dollars will provide free, quality, and nutritious meals for our students,” said Rep. Cuellar. “These funds have also previously been utilized by school districts for essential eq... Read More »
Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) attended the groundbreaking ceremony of the Lafayette Tiny Homes Development with the City of Laredo. This new development was made possible by $1.5 million in federal funding from HUD’s HOME and HOME-American Rescue Plan (ARP) for the City of Laredo. HOME funds provided $974,210 and HOME ARP provided $528,275. “Affordable housing is essential for im... Read More »
Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) announced $2,233,045 in federal funding for Duval County School districts. Dr. Cuellar announced $2.2 million in federal reimbursements for free or reduced meals for Duval school district students for the 2023 to 2024 school year. The federal funding comes from USDA’s National School Breakfast Program (SBP) and National School Lunch Program (NSLP). “In 2020... Read More »
Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) announced $1,126,545 in federal funding for Jim Hogg County ISD on Wednesday, August 21st. Dr. Cuellar announced $1.1 million in federal reimbursements for free or reduced meals for Jim Hogg ISD district students for the 2023 to 2024 school year. The federal funding comes from USDA’s National School Breakfast Program (SBP) and National School Lunch Program ... Read More »
Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) celebrated a ribbon cutting at a new home with NeighborWorks Laredo. $50,000 in federal funds was utilized to help fund this project through the Housing and Urban Development HOME Grant Program. “I am pleased to continue my work with NeighborWorks Laredo in providing Laredoans with affordable housing,” said Dr. Cuellar, a senior member of the House A... Read More »
Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) announced $1,921,611 in Federal Grant Funding for Laredo International Airport. These funds were provided by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law’s Airport Infrastructure Grant Program. “Laredo International Airport is an extremely important transit option for passengers and cargo alike,” said Dr. Cuellar, a senior member of the House Appropriations Com... Read More »
Today, Congressman Cuellar announced lower costs for the country’s most expensive prescription drugs under Medicare. “I voted to pass the IRA, which has lowered healthcare and prescription drug costs for Americans. It not only capped the monthly cost of insulin for seniors on Medicare at $35 but also limited out-of-pocket prescription drug costs for seniors,” said Dr. Cuellar, a senior member of t... Read More »
Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) secured $2,509,264 in federal funding for Rio Grande City’s public safety infrastructure and operations with local officials. “I’m excited to see the great things the city has done with this funding,” said Dr. Cuellar, a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee. “The Community Project Funding has been instrumental in upgrading public safet... Read More »
Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) announced a $20 million authorization for water and wastewater infrastructure, including water supply in Zapata County, as well as the authorization of the Falcon Lake Dredging Project. “Water is life,” said Dr. Cuellar, a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee. “It’s vital that our water infrastructure benefits all South Texans. This au... Read More »
Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) announced two Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) grants totaling over $3.6 million to Support the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) and College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP). Specifically, Dr. Cuellar secured $1,473,960 for the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) program and $2,184,872 for the College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP). “Our... Read More »
Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) celebrated the completion of the I-35 Shiloh project and the commencement of the SH 84 project. “Investing in our roads and infrastructure is crucial for our communities. These projects will ease traffic congestion, improve safety, and promote economic opportunities and development,” said Dr. Cuellar. “This funding is an investment in our community, and th... Read More »
Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) announced $113,000 in Federal Funding for the Jim Hogg County Airport. “This critical funding will ensure the Jim Hogg County Airport is able to make needed updates to its infrastructure,” said Dr. Cuellar. “I will continue to fight for federal investments that support our local economy and development. I would like to thank the County Judge Jua... Read More »
Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) announced $1,000,000 in community project funding for the renovation of the Zapata County 4-H Rodeo Arena. “The Zapata County 4-H rodeo arena is a pillar of the Zapata County community. I secured this federal funding to ensure our students, our young farmers and ranchers, and our community have a reliable facility to enjoy livestock-related activitie... Read More »
