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Rep. Cuellar Announces $1,875,000 in Federal Funding to Hire Police Officers in Laredo

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Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) announced $1,875,000 in federal funds to hire police officers in Laredo. The funds, provided by the U.S. Department of Justice’s Community Oriented Policing Service (COPS) Hiring Program, will be used to hire 15 officers. “The COPS Hiring Program provides our local law enforcement agencies with the resources they need to protect our…

Rep. Cuellar Works Across the Aisle to Secure Permitting Reform Language in National Defense Authorization Act

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U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28), a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee, issued the following statement after permitting reform language for cross-border bridges was included in the final text of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for fiscal year (FY) 2024. Working with Senator Ted Cruz, Cuellar secured provisions reforming the Presidential…

House Passes Legislation by Reps. Cuellar and Arrington Naming Ports-to-Plains Corridor ‘Interstate 27’

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Today, the House passed bipartisan legislation naming the interstate-designated segments of the Texas Ports-to-Plains Corridor as “Interstate Route 27.” U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (D-TX-28) and U.S. Congressman Jodey Arrington (R-TX-19) introduced companion legislation in the House. The bill will return to the Senate before heading to the President’s desk. “Last Congress, I…

Rep. Cuellar Hosts Webinar on Veterans Benefits

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Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) hosted an informational webinar on current benefits available to veterans and their families. Representatives from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) discussed a wide range of benefits for crucial areas, including: VA Health Care Disability Compensation Education and Training Home Loans Employment…

Rep. Cuellar and Colleagues Visit Antarctica on Bipartisan Congressional Delegation

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U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28), along with other Members of the House Appropriations Committee, participated in a Congressional Delegation (CODEL) to Antarctica to witness the ongoing research activities being carried out by American scientists and servicemembers. “Travelling to Antarctica over the Thanksgiving recess was an experience that I will not forget and will help…

Rep. Cuellar Releases Statement on Mines Road Being Named 2nd Most Congested Road Segment for Trucks

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Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) released the following statement after Mines Road in Webb County was named the 2nd Most Congested Road Segment for Trucks in a report by the Texas A&M Transportation Institute: “Mines Road is a critical roadway for personal and commercial vehicle travel in Laredo. Laredoans know firsthand the difficulties of congestion on Mines…

Rep. Cuellar and the Department of Education Announce Nearly $4 Million in Federal Funding for South Texas Public Schools

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Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) and the U.S. Department of Education announced $3,999,984 for the Region One Education Service Center to support the academic well-being and success of South Texas public school students. This grant will be spread out over five years. This award, funded through the Education Innovation and Research (EIR) Program, will go towards…

Rep. Cuellar and the Department of Energy Announce Millions in Federal Funding to Boost Commercial and Residential Heat Pump Manufacturing in San Antonio

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Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced $33,067,270 for York International Corporation to boost commercial and residential heat pump manufacturing across three manufacturing sites, including San Antonio, Texas. The award will enable York International Corporation to expand manufacturing capabilities and create jobs in San…

Rep. Cuellar Announces Funding for South Texas on Two-Year Anniversary of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law

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Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) announced over $1.2 billion in federal funding for South Texas on the two-year anniversary of President Biden signing the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. This landmark law has provided critical funding for South Texas roads, broadband, water systems, airports, and legacy pollution cleanup. These projects are improving quality of life and…

During National Apprenticeship Week, Rep. Cuellar Proposes Child Care Stipends for Union Apprenticeship Programs

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In recognition of National Apprenticeship Week, Representatives Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28), Suzanne Bonamici (OR-1), Donald Norcross (NJ-1), and Debbie Dingell (MI-6) introduced the Apprentice-Related Child Care (ARCC) Act. The bill would establish a child care stipend pilot program available to Americans enrolled in Registered Apprenticeships and Pre-Apprenticeship programs. The…