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We've decided, instead of interrupting your weekend, we'd help you get over that dreaded hump day slump! Need a break from your office duties? Scroll down and see what my offices and I have been up to this past week.
In Washington, D.C., I met with the Secretary of the Army, Hon. Ryan D. McCarthy, to discuss the Army’s readiness and modernization priorities for the next year.
In the district, I held a press conference to discuss the $8.3 billion coronavirus supplemental bill passed by congress.
My staff also participated in several meetings and events, including grand openings and legal aid meetings.
As always, please contact one of my offices if you need assistance with any federal agency.
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Rep. Cuellar Meets with Secretary McCarthy
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On Thursday, March 5, I met with with the Secretary of the Army, Hon. Ryan D. McCarthy, to discuss the Army’s readiness and modernization priorities for the next year. As a senior Appropriator on the Defense Subcommittee, I am committed to fully funding our Army so we can remain the best ground fighting force in the world today and in the future. Pictured is Secretary McCarthy and Rep. Cuellar.
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Rep. Cuellar Discusses $8.3 Billion Coronavirus Supplemental Bill
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On Friday, March 6, I held a press conference with Health Department Director Hector F. Gonzalez, MD, MPH, to discuss the recently approved H.R. 6074, Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act. Funds will be used to support the Center for Disease Control's (CDC) repatriation and quarantine efforts, laboratory testing, emergency operations, epidemiological investigations, public information, and surveillance and data analysis. Approximately, $950 million of that funding is set aside to support state & local health agencies. Pictured is Dr. Gonzalez and Rep. Cuellar addressing media.
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Texas Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
On Monday, March 9, my Outreach Coordinator for Starr and Hidalgo Counties, Nichole Hernandez, met with a group from the Texas Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, South Texas Region; they presented her with their legislative initiatives and goals. The group is interested in the Congressman’s support to increase funding in Agriculture, Rural Development, and Food and Drug Administration appropriation bills for federal nutrition programs and agriculture research (Specifically in the National School Lunch Program, WIC, SNAP and AFRI). Pictured is Amir Elsayed, Novo Nordisk Executive Obesity Care Specialist, Andie Lee Gonzalez, HEB Nutrition Services Medical Sales Representative, Nichole Hernandez, and Illiana G. Martinez, Novo Nordisk Senior Diabetes Educator Health Systems.
Military Service Academy Day
On Sunday, March 8, my Constituent Service Representative for Atascosa, Bexar, McMullen and Wilson Counties, Kendall Hayes, attended Congressman Castro’s Military Service Academy Day. While there, Kendall passed out information and resources to students and families about the Military Service Academy nomination process, as well as how our office can be of service to them. Pictured is Kendall Hayes.
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Laredo Chamber of Commerce Duran’s Air Condition Grand Opening
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On Friday, March 6, my Outreach Coordinator for La Salle, Webb, and Zapata Counties, Orlando Ramirez, attended the Laredo Chamber of Commerce Duran’s Air Conditioning Grand Opening event held in Laredo. At the event, Orlando had the opportunity to speak to members of the Laredo Chamber of Commerce and present a Congressional Certificate of Recognition to the Duran and De la Garza families. Pictured is Orlando Ramirez, Mayor of Laredo Pete Saenz, Andrea Valdez, Gilbert Bermea, Monica Lopez, Gloria Solis, Eddie Rios, and the Duran and De La Garza Families.
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Texas A&M School of Law Legal Needs Preliminary Results meeting
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On Friday, March 6, 2020, my Outreach Coordinator for Starr and Hidalgo Counties, Nichole Hernandez attended the Texas A&M School of Law Legal Needs Preliminary Results meeting to learn about what issues are effecting the Rio Grande Valley. In the meeting, they also strategized how we can collaborate with local non-profits and educational intuitions to provide legal resources to our community. Pictured is a member of the Texas Rio Grande Legal Aide, presenting to an audience of onlookers.
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| This Week’s Grants Newsletter
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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.
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Center for Disease Control and Prevention: What You Need To Know About Handwashing
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The coronavirus has raised a lot of concerns throughout our communities, specifically how we are going to address the issue. I want each of you to know that while the federal government is taking proper precautions and steps to combat the virus, we need your help too!
This video from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), explains the best practices for washing your hands. If we continue to practice safe hygiene, we continue to protect those around us.
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3/7, Laredo Morning Times: Laredo officials: City to receive financial aid to combat coronavirus threat
3/6, KGNS: Congressman Cuellar discusses Coronavirus Response Bill
3/4, Border Report: Lawmakers approve emergency coronavirus response bill
3/1, Rio Grande Guardian: Cuellar: We need a trust fund for land ports of entry
2/24, Laredo Morning Times: Abrazo ceremony unites two nations on Laredo international bridge
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Neighborhood Office Hours
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Thursday, March 12
North
St. Hedwig City Hall
13065 FM 1346
9:00am-10:00am
St. Hedwig, TX
La Vernia City Hall
102 E Chihuahua
11:00am- 12:00pm
La Vernia, TX
Sutherland Springs
1:00pm- 2:00pm
Sutherland Springs, TX
(call for appointment)
El Cenizo City Hall,
507 Cadena St
9:30am- 10:30am
El Cenizo, TX
Rio Bravo City Hall
1701 Centeno Ln.
11:00 am-12:00 pm
Rio Bravo, TX
Starr County Warehouse Bldg. Pct 4
FM 755 (La Gloria)
10:00am- 11:00am
San Isidro, TX
(call for appointment)
Starr County Self Help Center
10 Mayorga Street
11:30am- 12:30pm
La Casita, TX
(call for appointment)
Northeast
Selma Stage Stop Visitor Center
9374 Valhalia
9:30am-10:30am
Selma, TX
Universal City - Public Library
100 Northview Dr.
11:00am - 12:00pm
Universal City, TX
Live Oak City Hall
8001 Shin Oak Dr.
1:30pm - 2:30pm
Live Oak, TX
Central
Falcon Community Center
Third at Ramireño (Quarterly)
9:15am-10:15am
Falcon, TX
Zapata County Courthouse
200 E. 7th Ave
11:00am- 12:00pm
Zapata, TX
San Ygnacio
(Call for appointment)
1:00pm-2:00
San Ygnacio, TX
South
Mission City Hall
1201 E 8th Street
9:00am- 10:00am
Mission, TX
Palmview Multi Purpose Ctr
406 West Veterans Blvd.
10:15am- 11:15am
Palmview, TX
Palmhurst City Hall
4417 North Shary Road
11:30am- 12:30pm
Palmhurst
(call for appointment)
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