Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-Laredo) issued the following statement after voting in favor of H.R. 3835, a bill that would extend a salary freeze for Members of Congress: “If our hard-working American families can tighten their belts, so can we,” said Congressman Cuellar. “We are constantly praising Americans for their resilience during tough economic times,” said Congressman Cuellar.… Read more »

Congressman Henry Cuellar, (D-Laredo) announced that nearly 32 million school children across the nation and in Texas Congressional District 28 will be eating more fruits, vegetables and whole grains thanks to new nutrition standards that feature healthy, revamped school menus. The new school meal menu requirements are part of the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act, which Congressman Cuellar… Read more »

Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-Texas) issued the following statement following President Barack Obama’s State of the Union address to Congress: “The President’s address has given us a roadmap with which we can move forward as a nation with a strong economy,” said Congressman Cuellar. “Our economic future depends on the direction we take after tonight,” said Congressman Cuellar. “We need… Read more »

Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-Texas) issued the following statement following President Barack Obama’s State of the Union address to Congress: “The President’s address has given us a roadmap with which we can move forward as a nation with a strong economy,” said Congressman Cuellar. “Our economic future depends on the direction we take after tonight,” said Congressman Cuellar. “We need… Read more »

Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar released the following statement after Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords announced her retirement from Congress to focus on her recovery: “Gabrielle Giffords is a shining example of American character.  Her journey since the tragedy is a true inspiration. “Her strength and resilience is remarkable.  Her presence in the House will be missed, but… Read more »

Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-Texas) and Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack (R-California) will sit side by side at the President’s State of the Union address on Tuesday. “We are sitting together in the spirit of bipartisanship and cooperation;” said Cuellar. “We may not always agree on our issues, but we understand that to get things done Democrats and Republicans have to work together.”… Read more »

Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-Laredo) praised an Executive Order signed by President Barack Obama today that will help boost tourism and travel and in turn help create jobs and foster economic growth. “South Texas is one of those ‘best-kept-secret’ regions when it comes to tourist hot-spots, and initiatives that are designed to spur tourism and travel are an excellent way to help… Read more »

Congressman Henry Cuellar, (D-Laredo), today recognized the many health care benefits that the Affordable Care Act has provided for millions of Americans and will work hard to make sure these benefits are not taken away. “As each provision rolls into effect, we witness the real-life positive impacts that it has on our parents, children, and grandparents and our families can rest assured… Read more »

Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-Laredo) released the following statement on a report issued from Woods & Poole Economics, Inc., indicating the out of 366 metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs),Laredo, Texas, ranks first for percentage job gains over the decade, with a projected employment growth rate of 2.51 percent over the next ten years. “Job creation is the lifeblood to restoring… Read more »

Congressman Henry Cuellar announced that the City of McAllen will receive a $1,350,756 grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for flood alleviation to the Retiree Haven subdivision.   FEMA, under the Hazard Mitigation Grant program, has obligated funding directly to the State of Texas Department of Public Safety’s Division… Read more »