Washington, DC—U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) secured $100,000,000 for U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) hiring and contractors, pay adjustments, childcare, tuition assistance, and mental health resources. Cuellar, a strong supporter of border protection officers secured the funding to ensure that CBP has the necessary resources to maintain law enforcement… Read more »
Washington, DC—House Appropriations member, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28),voted for the passage of H.R. 2471, the legislation consisting of all 12 fiscal year 2022 appropriations bills and supplemental funding to support Ukraine.
“The legislation passed will provide vital funding for projects in South Texas that improve the standard of living for our neighbors, create… Read more »
Washington, DC—El miembro de Asignaciones de la Cámara, el Congresista de Estados Unidos Henry Cuellar (TX-28), voto a favor de la aprobación de HR 2471, la legislación que consiste en los 12 proyectos de ley de asignaciones del año fiscal 2022 y fondos complementarios para apoyar a Ucrania.
“La legislación aprobada proporcionará fondos vitales para proyectos en el sur de Texas que… Read more »
El Representante Cuellar Asegura $100 millones para la Oficina de Aduanas y Protección Fronteriza (CBP) de EE. UU para Contratación de personal, Ajustes Salariales, Cuidado de Niños, Asistencia en Colegiaturas y Recursos de Salud Mental
La legislación apoya a los coordinadores de procesamiento de CBP para hacer que los procesos administrativos/de contratación sean más eficientes y… Read more »
When local help-wanted ads go unfilled, the federal H-2B visa program provides access to temporary seasonal labor for small and seasonal businesses. The effects are broad—the visa program benefits workers, consumers and local economies. As the editorial board correctly highlights, however, the program is plagued by chronic oversubscription, which causes perennial worker shortages.… Read more »
Opportunity Zone Magazine is pleased to announce the Top 25 Opportunity Zone Policy Influencers. The distinguished winners support, advocate for or help draft Opportunity Zone legislation and additional incentives to help communities in need.
Howard W. Buffett
President, Global Impact
Howard W. Buffett is the President of Global Impact LLC, an advisory firm utilizing a… Read more »
Mission, TX- Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announced a $6,400,000 contract to repair a gap in the Rio Grande flood control levee near Peñitas, Texas. The project funding includes the design and construction of approximately 800 linear feet of levee improvements, including levee construction, floodwall construction, replacement of an existing gatewell structure, and the… Read more »
Zapata, TX—Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announced $375,000 in federal funds to support border security in Zapata County. The money will be used by the Zapata County Sheriff’s Office to pay for overtime hours, operating expenses, and new equipment—resources that are necessary for the security of the community.
“Every year, the resources provided by the Stonegarden Program… Read more »
Laredo, TX—Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announced $4,305,000 in federal funds to support border security in Webb County. The money will be used by the Webb County Sheriff’s Office to pay for overtime hours, operating expenses, and new equipment—resources that are necessary for the security of the community.
“Every year, the resources provided by… Read more »
Rio Grande City, TX—Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announced $2,392,000 in federal funds to support border security in Starr County. The money will be used by the Starr County Sheriff’s Office to pay for overtime hours, operating expenses, and new equipment—resources that are necessary for the security of the community.
“Every year, the resources provided by the… Read more »
