Washington, D.C.— U.S. Representatives Henry Cuellar (TX-28), Michael McCaul (TX-10), Peter King (NY-02)  introduced H.R. 6864, the Jaime Zapata and Victor Avila Federal Law Enforcement Protection Act. This bipartisan legislation ensures that individuals who harm or attempt to harm U.S. Federal officers and employees serving abroad can be brought to justice and prosecuted in the… Read more »

Laredo, TX – Following an environmental waiver issued by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to expedite the construction of approximately 69 miles of new border wall system within the U.S. Border Patrol’s Laredo Sector in Webb and Zapata Counties, Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) issued the following statement: “Rather than focusing on our nation’s current health pandemic and… Read more »

San Antonio, TX — U.S. Representatives Henry Cuellar (TX-28) and Will Hurd (TX-23) sent a letter to U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Mexico’s Foreign Secretary Marcel Ebrard calling for a coordinated definition of “essential” in order for businesses in both countries to have the same guidelines. The goal is to provide businesses with clarity and ensure cross-border trade and… Read more »

Laredo, TX-- Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) continues to fight against the Trump Administration's border wall after U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced the construction of 14 miles of contiguous new border wall system within U.S. Border Patrol’s (USBP) Laredo Sector located in Webb County, Texas.   “The Trump Administration’s ineffective border wall hurts wildlife,… Read more »

San Antonio, TX—Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28), a senior member of the Defense Subcommittee on Appropriations, announces the Air Force awarded a $237,395,588 contract to StandardAero Inc. in San Antonio. These federal funds, awarded through the Air Force’s Operation and Maintenance budget, will be used to provide maintenance, repair and overhaul the J85 engine, which goes into T-38… Read more »

Laredo, TX – Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) released the following statement, regarding U.S., Mexico, and Canada’s agreement, of an additional 30-day extension of border restrictions for non-essential travelers across their shared borders. “As a member of the Bipartisan White House Task Force, I support the decision to extend restrictions for non-essential travelers across our… Read more »

Edinburg, TX—Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announced $4,750,000 in federal funds for Hidalgo County through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Operation Stonegarden Grant Program (OPSG).  The Stonegarden Program increases operational capabilities of federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies. The funds for Hidalgo County will support law enforcement through… Read more »

Rio Grande City, TX—Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announced $2,271,857 in federal funds for Starr County through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Operation Stonegarden Grant Program (OPSG). The Stonegarden Program increases operational capabilities of federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies. The funds for Starr County will support law enforcement through funding… Read more »

Rep. Cuellar Announces the Release of the Humanitarian Reimbursement Application  The Congressman’s Office Will Provide Assistance to Local Stakeholders in Reimbursement Process Washington, D.C.—Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announced the release of the Emergency Food and Shelter Program National Board’s Supplemental Appropriations Assistance… Read more »

Congressman Cuellar Provides Update on the $30 Million for Humanitarian Reimbursements to Local Governments and Non-Governmental Organizations in Laredo  Funding will provide reimbursements for expenses related to humanitarian relief of unaccompanied children and family units at the southern border LAREDO, TX – Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) provided an update on the… Read more »