Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) joined Senators Tom Harkin (D-IA), Thad Cochran (R-MS), and Congressman Michael McCaul (R-TX) to announce that the U.S. House of Representatives has overwhelmingly approved bipartisan legislation to award the Congressional Gold Medal to members of the Civil Air Patrol (CAP) who provided extraordinary public and combat emergency services during… Read more »

Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) announced that the Agua Special Utility District (Agua SUD) has received $8 million in federal investment dollars that will fund the construction of a wastewater collection system in the City of Palmview.    In 2013, Agua SUD estimated that 99% of its service area had drinking water service, but only 9% had wastewater service. … Read more »

Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) released an informational video for residents of the 28th District of Texas highlighting the importance of investment in science research and technology and outlining resources for students and families interested in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields.  He was joined by Dr. Joan Ferrini-Mundy, Assistant Director… Read more »

Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) spoke on the House Floor in support of increased funds to reduce the benefits claims backlog that affects many Texans veterans.  Rep. Cuellar voted in support of the Fiscal Year 2015 Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act, which passed the House on Wednesday evening.   The bill now head to the Senate for… Read more »

Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) released the following statement in support of ongoing trade discussions towards completing a Trans-Pacific Partnership agreement:   “I am pleased to see the progress that has been made towards completing a Trans-Pacific Partnership agreement during the recent high level meeting between the United States and Japan,” said Congressman… Read more »

Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) today announced that his official website was recognized by the Congressional Management Foundation (CMF) as one of the best congressional websites on Capitol Hill.   Rep. Cuellar’s website ranked in the top 10 percent, as he was one of only 44 Representatives to receive the award out of 435 Members in total.    “I am very honored to… Read more »

On Thursday, April 24th, Congressman Henry Cuellar joined IDEA Preparatory School Donna to announce that Brandon Lau, a high school senior that he nominated has been accepted to the United State Air Force Academy.  “I would like to congratulate Brandon for his acceptance into the prestigious United States Air Force Academy,” said Congressman Cuellar. “His leadership skills, excellent… Read more »

Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) joined the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce for the opening of the new Taco Palenque in Edinburg.  This is the first Taco Palenque in Edinburg and the 15th Taco Palenque location in South Texas.  “We are here today to mark a new chapter in one of South Texas’s most successful local businesses,” said Congressman Cuellar.  “The owners of… Read more »

Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) announced that the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provided a detailed response to his request in the Fiscal Year 2014 Appropriations Bill for more information on how veterans are assigned to a health care center.  As part of the Fiscal Year 2014 Appropriations Bill, Rep. Cuellar requested that the VA report back to Congress on what… Read more »

Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) met with Colombian and Mexican officials last week to discuss joint efforts to combat the spread of illegal narcotics.  Congressman Cuellar traveled with Appropriations Committee Chairman Hal Rogers (R-KY05) and other Members of the Appropriations Committee.   The United States, Mexico, and Colombia have a partnership to assist in training… Read more »