Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) today announced that he has been honored with the Hubert H. Humphrey Award for Notable Public Service from the American Political Science Association.  The Humphrey award is given annually for notable accomplishments in public service.  Past recipients include former Secretary of State, Madeleine Albright, former Director of the CIA, General… Read more »

Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) today released a compilation of the latest statistics from the Federal Bureau of Investigations that show a lower murder rate in cities along the Texas-Mexico border than in other major cities across the nation and the State of Texas.  The FBI crime rates also show that the number of robberies, assaults, and rapes are significantly lower in border… Read more »

Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) announced today that this year’s open enrollment period for health insurance will begin this Saturday, November 15th.  Residents of Webb County who do not have health insurance can sign up between November 15th and February 15th.  Those residents seeking health coverage starting in 2015 must enroll in a plan by December… Read more »

On Saturday, November 15th, the Office of Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) will host a healthcare information and enrollment event at Mission Speer Memorial Library on 801 E 12th Street from 9am-3pm.  The event will feature free face-to-face assistance with the healthcare application from navigators in English and Spanish.  Attendees must bring proof of income, a form of… Read more »

Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) invites the public to attend the Healthcare Information and Enrollment Fest this Saturday, November 15th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the University of Texas Health Science Center Laredo Regional Campus Library, located at 1937 E. Bustamante Street. Anyone who would like information or assistance with affordable health coverage and the Affordable Care Act… Read more »

Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) announced today that he was successful in including language that will protect South Texas farmers and ranchers from economic losses due to a fever tick outbreak.     “During my time in the United States Congress, I have been an advocate for the interests of farmers and ranchers living in the 28th District of Texas,” said Congressman Cuellar.… Read more »

Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) announced today that he has been named as one of 101 Most Influential Latinos in 2013 by Latino Leaders Magazine.  This year, Congressman Cuellar is joined by award-winning journalist Jorge Ramos, Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor, actress and activist Eva Longoria, former Mayor of San Antonio and Housing and Urban Development Secretary Henry… Read more »

Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) presented a high achievement award to Laredo Olive Garden manager, Jonathan Alamilla, for his success in managing the Laredo location.  The Diamond Club award recognizes the top five percent of restaurant leaders from more than 1,500 locations across the country.  “As a former small business owner, I understand the challenges faced by… Read more »

On Friday, October 10th, Congressman Henry Cuellar joined Azerbaijan’s Ambassador to the United States, Elin Suleymanov, for a roundtable discussion with students and professors at the University of the Incarnate Word.  Azerbaijan is an ally and strategic partner to the United States and is one of the fastest growing economies in its region.  Congressman Cuellar and Ambassador… Read more »

Congressman Henry Cuellar today announced that he has received the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) Award for Legislative Excellence, which honors Members of Congress who demonstrate support for policies that enhance the ability of U.S. manufacturers to succeed in the global economy.  “Jobs in the manufacturing sector support millions of American workers and are a vital… Read more »