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 »
Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) released the following statement today in support of a continuing resolution to fund the federal government:
“Congress has two responsibilities – to pass a budget and pay our bills on time,” said Congressman Cuellar. “While I would have preferred to see a full appropriations bill brought before the House, I feel that it is time to stop… Read more »
Congressman Henry Cuellar released the following statement regarding the President’s Remarks on the threat of ISIL:
“Tonight the President announced that the United States will lead a broad coalition of our allies to defeat ISIL and deny them safe haven. Now is the time to rally behind the men and women of our armed forces and it is not a time to play politics. Confronting… Read more »
Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) announced that South Texas Development Council has been awarded over $233,000 in federal Navigator grants from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to serve Webb, Zapata, La Salle counties and other areas. Navigators provide in-person assistance to Texans with the Affordable Care Act’s Marketplace, including as they shop for and… Read more »
Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) announced that MHP Salud, has been awarded over $626,180 in federal Navigator grants from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to serve Hidalgo and Starr Counties and the Rio Grande Valley. Navigators provide in-person assistance to Texans with the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Health Insurance Marketplace, including as they shop for and… Read more »
Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) joined Mayor Raul Salinas and City Manager Carlos Villarreal, along with representatives from the Laredo City Council, Laredo Fire Department and Laredo International Airport, for a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, unveiling the new $4.5 million, 15,400 square foot Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting Station (RFFS). The RFFS was 90 percent funded by a… Read more »
Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) joined Laredo Mayor Raul Salinas, District VI Council Member Charlie San Miguel, City Manager Carlos Villarreal, and officials from the Texas Department of Transportation to officially inaugurate the Manadas Creek Hike and Bike Trail at North Central Park.
The new trail will expand the park area for the benefit of Laredo residents while providing… Read more »
