WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) announced the authorization of two projects: Lake Casa Blanca Dredging Project and the Webb County Colonias Water Infrastructure Project.
Congressman Cuellar secured language authorizing the projects in this year’s Water Resources Development Act, which he helped pass. The language allows Lake Casa Blanca to receive federal… Read more »
LAREDO, TX – Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) celebrated the ribbon cutting for the new Los Martinez Park in Laredo, TX.
“I am pleased to be here today to celebrate the new Los Martinez Park. Los Martinez Park will offer a safe space where people of all ages can gather and enjoy the outdoors in our community,” said Dr. Cuellar, a Senior Member of the House… Read more »
SAN ANTONIO, TX – Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) announced $11,077,810 in federal funding for Opportunity Home San Antonio.
“Today, I am pleased to announce $11,077,810 in federal funding for Opportunity Home San Antonio,” said Dr. Cuellar, a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee. “This funding is critical in combating health hazards in public… Read more »
SAN ANTONIO, TX – Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28), Ph.D. announced $270 Million in federal funding for VIA Metropolitan Transit’s Advanced Rapid Transit Green Line project and $1,672,978 in federal funding for the Brooks Development Authority in San Antonio.
"I secured $270 million in federal funding for the VIA Metropolitan Transit’s Advanced Rapid Transit… Read more »
Laredo, TX – Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) announced $260,700 in federal funding for TAMIU research for self-driving vehicles.
“This funding will be pivotal in the future of autonomous vehicles and our infrastructure,” said Dr. Cuellar, a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee. “I would like to thank Dr. Tashtoush, Acting President Castillo, and… Read more »
LAREDO, TX – Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28), Ph.D. participated in a panel discussion hosted by the Laredo Chamber of Commerce in Laredo, TX, on the Colombia Bridge expansion project and international trade.
“I’m pleased to have worked with Senator Cruz to include language in the FY24 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) to expedite the Presidential… Read more »
U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) celebrated the Starr-Camargo Bridge Expansion Act being signed into law - legislation that he led with Senator John Cornyn. The bill allows for an expansion of the Starr-Camargo Bridge in Rio Grande City, which acts as a vital trade link between Texas and Mexico.
“In 2023, Mexico ranked first among all U.S. trading partners, with $798.8 billion in… Read more »
Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) attended the groundbreaking ceremony of the Lafayette Tiny Homes Development with the City of Laredo.
This new development was made possible by $1.5 million in federal funding from HUD’s HOME and HOME-American Rescue Plan (ARP) for the City of Laredo. HOME funds provided $974,210 and HOME ARP provided $528,275.
“Affordable housing is… Read more »
Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) announced $1,921,611 in Federal Grant Funding for Laredo International Airport. These funds were provided by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law’s Airport Infrastructure Grant Program.
“Laredo International Airport is an extremely important transit option for passengers and cargo alike,” said Dr. Cuellar, a senior member of the House… Read more »
Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) secured $2,509,264 in federal funding for Rio Grande City’s public safety infrastructure and operations with local officials.
“I’m excited to see the great things the city has done with this funding,” said Dr. Cuellar, a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee. “The Community Project Funding has been instrumental in upgrading… Read more »
