February 15, 2020


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Congressional Report

Dear Friends,

In Washington, D.C., I met with local San Antonio leaders and elected-officials, to talk about how federal and local government can work together to assist our constituents. I also helped pass the PAWS for Veterans Therapy Act; a bill I served as cosponsor. This will help veterans struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder find comfort in working with therapy dogs.

In the district, I attended the South Laredo Car Show & Pet Adoption event, where I met with constituents, saw nice cars and even nicer dogs.

My staff also participated in several events and meetings, including the Elderly Winter Crime Prevention Fair, La Joya Senior Citizens Center meeting, and presenting Roma ISD with a Congressional Certificate of Recognition.

I have also included a video from the U.S. Census Bureau ensuring that the data you provide in the 2020 census is safe and will not be shared with any other agency or organization.

As always, please contact one of my offices if you need assistance with any federal agency.

Rep. Cuellar Meets with Mayor Ron Nirenberg

On Thursday, February 6, I met with Mayor Ron Nirenberg of San Antonio. Mayor Nirenberg was in D.C. for the annual "SA to D.C." trip, where local elected-officials, agencies and organizations, meet with their representatives to discuss how the federal and local level can work together to benefit their constituents. Pictured from left to right is Mayor Ron Nirenberg and Rep. Cuellar.

Rep. Cuellar Joins San Antonio Chamber of Commerce to Discuss USMCA

On Wednesday, February 5, I joined the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce in D.C., to discuss the importance of trade for San Antonio and how the USMCA will benefit farmers, ranchers, manufacturers, and consumers; moving their city toward economic prosperity. Pictured from left to right is members of the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce and Rep. Cuellar.

Rep. Cuellar Attends South Laredo Car Show & Pet Adoption

On Sunday, February 9, I attended the South Laredo Car Show & Pet Adoption event, hosted by LULAC Council #14 at Las Palmas Food Truck & Park. At the event, I met and spoke with many constituents, got to see some very nice cars, and had to stop myself from adopting all the dogs. Pictured is Rep. Cuellar with event attendees.

Recognizing Roma ISD

On Wednesday, February 12, my Outreach Coordinator for Hidalgo and Starr Counties, Nichole Hernandez, presented a Congressional Certificate of Recognition to Roma ISD Superintendent Carlos Guzman. The national nonprofit, Project Tomorrow, awarded Roma ISD as a District of Honor in their 2019-2020 National Speak Up District Program. Roma ISD is recognized as one of the select-few K-12 school districts across the nation, who continues to display extraordinary leadership and commitment by listening to the voices and views of their community, especially parents and students. Pictured from left to right is Nichole Hernandez and Superintendent Guzman.

Elderly Winter Crime Prevention Fair

On Tuesday, February 11, my Outreach Coordinator for La Salle, Webb, and Zapata Counties, Orlando Ramirez, attended the Elderly Winter Crime Prevention Fair, hosted by the Webb County Sheriff's Office. At the event, Orlando spoke with constituents and informed them of the services my office provides. Pictured is Orlando Ramirez speaking with fair attendees.

La Joya Senior Citizens Meeting

On Thursday, February 6, my Outreach Coordinator for Hidalgo and Starr Counties, Nichole Hernandez, attended the La Joya Senior Citizens meeting. At the meeting, Nichole delivered programs and resources, as well as USDA resource information. Pictured is Nichole Hernandez and members from the City of Penitas.

This Week’s Grants Newsletter

Don’t miss out on a grant opportunity! Attracting more federal funds to the district and region has been a top priority during my tenure in Congress. In an effort to better serve you, I want to provide you with information on a variety of open federal grant opportunities in each week’s newsletter. To subscribe to the weekly grants newsletter please fill out our form here.

U.S. Census Bureau: Is My 2020 Data Safe?

There's no need to worry about submitting personal information in the upcoming 2020 Census. Take comfort in knowing that your data stays private.

This video from the U.S. Census Bureau explains how seriously the bureau protects your information. Spoiler alert: they take it very serious!