Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) has been honored with the Spirit of Enterprise award by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in recognition of his support to the business community during the 113th Congress (2013).
The official presentation took place on Tuesday at the Laredo Chamber of Commerce where Chamber President Miguel Conchas, along with members of the Laredo Chamber of Commerce Board… Read more »
The Texas Rehab Action Network (TRAN) has awarded Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) “Legislator of the Year” in recognition of his assistance to and support of public rehabilitation effort.
TRAN, a voluntary group with approximately 800 members made up of professionals from the field and members of the business community, met for their annual conference on Oct. 2 in Frisco, Texas, where… Read more »
Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) hosted a business roundtable discussion with United States Trade Representative, Ambassador Michael Froman in conjunction with the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce. This event brought together a group of business leaders, trade associations, and policymakers from the San Antonio area to discuss the U.S. trade agenda. San Antonio Mayor… Read more »
On Monday, October 6th, Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) participated in a jobs tour of the Grand Hyatt San Antonio to hear directly from employees how boosting trade, travel, and tourism will foster economic growth in the San Antonio area.
The tour included an overview of the basics of the property, including staff, rooms, and event space, and continued throughout the hotel,… Read more »
Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) announced a new report that shows the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is working not only for people across the United States, but right here at home in Texas Congressional District 28. Across the 28th District of Texas, 14,409 people have enrolled in a healthcare plan in the Marketplace during the first annual open enrollment period from… Read more »
On Tuesday, September 30th, Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) moderated a panel on expanding job opportunities for Latinos in oil and gas industries as part of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute’s annual Public Policy Conference. Participating in the panel discussion will be representatives from Exelon Corporation, South Texas Energy and Economic Roundtable, General… Read more »
Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) and the Imaginarium of South Texas teamed up on Saturday to provided hundreds of books to scores of elementary and middle school children eager to enter a world literature.
Children and their families heard Congressman Cuellar speak on the importance of reading and education. With a plethora of stories and subjects to choose from, students were delighted… Read more »
Rep. Cuellar Announces Over $3.4 Million in Federal Funds for TAMIU, LCC
Funds to Help Minority Students Succeed in Science, Tech, Engineering and Mathematics Careers
Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) today announced that both Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) and Laredo Community College (LCC) are the recipients of federal grants that will improve higher education… Read more »
Rep. Cuellar, City of Laredo Break Ground on Phase II of Chacon Creek Hike and Bike Trail
Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28), City of Laredo Council Member Alex Perez, and representatives from the City of Laredo, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and Shefrey Engineering broke ground on Phase II of the Chacon Creek Hike and Bike Trail, Tuesday in East Laredo.
Chacon Creek… Read more »
Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) was awarded the Guardian of Small Business Award by the National Federation of Independent Businesses. Members of Congress receive the NFIB recognition for voting in the interests of small businesses 70% or more of the time.
“As a former small business owner, I am familiar with the… Read more »
