Today, Congress passed H.R. 976, Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2007, which Congressman Henry Cuellar voted in favor of. This bipartisan bill provides for $1.3 billion in tax cuts that are specifically designed to help small businesses invest in new equipment and promote hiring of disadvantaged workers. H.R. 976 will help small businesses to grow and hire new workers, keeping our… Read more »
On Wednesday, February 14, Congressman Henry Cuellar held a video and telephone conference for superintendents and other educators in the 28th Congressional District to discuss education issues. Also participating in the conference was David Dunn, Chief of Staff for Margaret Spellings, the Secretary of Education.
“This Congress is planning to introduce many important pieces of… Read more »
Today, Congress passed H.R. 365, The Methamphetamine Remediation Research Act of 2007, which was co-sponsored by Congressman Henry Cuellar. The bill charges the Environmental Protection Agency with the development of health-based guidelines to assist state and local authorities in cleaning up former methamphetamine lab sites.
“Methamphetamine labs are often found in residential areas… Read more »
Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar voted in favor of a $463 billion joint funding resolution for fiscal year 2007, which completes work on last year’s appropriations bills. Under this resolution most programs will be funded at 2006 levels adjusted for increased pay cost. Adjustments were made to meet critical needs, which include: Veterans Healthcare and Defense Health programs; public… Read more »
As a lifelong resident of the U.S. border with Mexico, I know quite well the economic and security challenges that have become a part of the everyday lives of my constituents. Since I arrived in Washington to serve in Congress, I have committed myself to improving the lives of Americans living on the border. One thing I have learned is that improvements in border conditions cannot take… Read more »
Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar introduced the Secure Border Crossing Card Entry Act of 2007. A companion bill was introduced by Senator John Cornyn of Texas earlier today. The bill mandates that Mexican nationals with laser visas, a machine-readable border crossing card, be given the same length-of-stay opportunities as Canadian visitors. Currently Mexican nationals with laser… Read more »
Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar announced that the Charlotte Independent School District was awarded $188, 289.01 from the Universal Service Administrative Company, a program administered by the Federal Communications Commission.
The money will provide financial support for telecommunications services in schools across the United States. Charlotte ISD will use the funds to… Read more »
Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar announced that the Cotulla Independent School District was awarded $507,975 from the Universal Service Administrative Company, a program administered by the Federal Communications Commission.
The money will provide financial support for telecommunications services in schools across the United States. Cotulla ISD will use the funds to update… Read more »
Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar announced that the Poteet Independent School District was awarded $238,078.46 from the Universal Service Administrative Company, a program administered by the Federal Communications Commission.
The money will provide financial support for telecommunications services in schools across the United States. Poteet ISD will use the funds to update… Read more »
Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar announced $414,000 for the City of McAllen Fire Department. These funds are made available through the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) program of the Department of Homeland Security.
“This program is a great example of federal dollars being used to assist local communities,” said Congressman Cuellar. “As our representative in… Read more »
