This week, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) introduced H.R. 7865, the American Consumer Tariff Rebate Act of 2026, to return money directly to consumers after the Supreme Court ruled the administration’s retaliatory tariffs unconstitutional.
“Tariffs function as hidden taxes on families and create uncertainty for businesses,” said Congressman Cuellar. “When companies pay… Read more »
Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28), co-led the introduction of the Sustaining Rural Healthcare Act alongside Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04), Congressman Glenn “GT” Thompson (PA-15), and Congresswoman Jill Tokuda (HI-02). The bipartisan bill expands access to care and provides a financial lifeline for struggling hospitals in rural communities by designating rural… Read more »
Today, Reps. Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28), Joaquin Castro (TX-20), Greg Casar (TX-35), Bexar County Judge Peter Sakai, Bexar County Commissioner Tommy Calvert, and San Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones sent a letter to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem opposing a proposed U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) processing facility on the East Side… Read more »
In a 6-3 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act of 1977 to impose sweeping tariffs exceeded the authority granted under that statute, reaffirming that the Constitution assigns Congress the authority over tariffs and taxation. U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28), released the following statement in response:
“In its… Read more »
Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28), Ranking Member of the Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee, issued the following statement regarding U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) purchase and expansion of large-scale detention facilities, including a processing center facility… Read more »
Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar announced that the National Association of Community Health Centers presented him with the 2026 Distinguished Community Health Center Advocate Award in recognition of his work to protect and strengthen access to health care across South Texas and the country.
Community health centers serve as a lifeline for rural families, seniors, and working parents who… Read more »
Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28), highlighted provisions he helped secure in the most recent appropriations package, which was signed into law, that prevent federal health agencies from delaying or canceling grants by cutting the staff needed to administer them:
“South Texas depends on federal health and research dollars to keep clinics open, support… Read more »
Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28), a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee and ranking member of the Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee, released the following statement after Congress passed the remaining Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations bills to fund the federal government. The package funds key priorities across national defense, workers,… Read more »
Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28), issued the following statement after the House advanced FY26 government spending bills that include major investments to strengthen health care in South Texas and nationwide:
“This is a clear win for patients, providers, and communities that depend on a strong health care system,” said Congressman Cuellar. “These bills make real… Read more »
Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28), Ranking Member of the Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee, released the following statement after the House passed the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Department of Homeland Security appropriations bill with bipartisan support:
“The House passed this bill because it delivers results,” said Congressman Cuellar. “It is not perfect, but… Read more »
