Dear Friends in the Education Community,   I would like to share with you two exciting programs that I learned about during a recent conversation with officials from NASA, the agency in charge of our nation’s space exploration. To encourage student interest in STEM, NASA allows K-12 schools, colleges, and universities to apply for and receive free donations of space artifacts to put… Read more »

Dear Friends, I am pleased to announce that the White House will be re-opening for limited Public Tours of the East Wing and Executive Residence starting November 5th and beyond. A tour of the White House is a great way for visitors of all ages to visit the heart of our nation's Capitol and learn about the executive decision making process.   … Read more »

Laredo, Texas – On Monday, October 21st, Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) presented a total of $446,883 in federal funds to Serving Children and Adults in Need, Inc. (SCAN), non-profit organization that advocates for healthy development of families along the Texas-Mexico border. These funds were awarded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and… Read more »

Congressman Cuellar (D-TX28) released the following statement on his membership to the Congressional Future Caucus: “This week, I joined the bipartisan Congressional Future Caucus, a group that aims to reengage the next generation of American leaders,” said Congressman Henry Cuellar.  “As a father of two young daughters, it is important for me to ensure that the world they inherit… Read more »

Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) released the following statement on the nomination of Jeh Johnson as Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security: “I congratulate Jeh Johnson for his nomination as Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and applaud his selection by the Obama Administration.  I commend Secretary Janet Napolitano for her years of service keeping… Read more »

 Dear Friends, Recently, I spoke with representatives at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to inquire about grant and other opportunities available for schools, colleges and universities in our district.  I have long supported science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) and believe that it is critical to invest in our educational institutions to… Read more »

Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) released the following statement on his vote to end the Republican shutdown and increase the debt limit: “Today I joined my colleagues across the aisle and voted to end the Republican shutdown and increase the debt ceiling.  The final vote count was 285-144, with almost two thirds of the Republican caucus voting to keep the government closed and… Read more »

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“Today, I stood with more than 40 of my colleagues to call for an end to finger pointing between Republicans and Democrats and a start to consensus building.  This is a time for elected officials here in Washington to do what we came here for – sit down with our colleagues, use common sense, and find a compromise that benefits the country.  As representatives of the American… Read more »

Dear Friends, This week, I announced $2,703,707 in federal funds to the Laredo International Airport along with Mayor Pro Tempore Juan Narvaez, District V Council Member Roque Vela, Jr., City Manager Carlos Villarreal, and International Airport Manager Jose Flores.   These funds were awarded by the Federal Aviation Administration to construct perimeter security fencing,… Read more »