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 »

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 »