“After reviewing this legislation while speaking with my constituents, local elected officials, and community leaders in the 28th District of Texas, I have decided to vote YES on the Inflation Reduction Act.
The bottom line is simple, this bill is good for hardworking Texans without adding to the national debt.
Specifically, the Inflation Reduction Act:
• Invests approximately… Read more »
Washington, DC—Today, the National Retail Federation recognized U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) as a “Hero of Main Street” for his continued support of the retail industry through legislative action and leadership.
The Hero of Main Street award was created by NRF in 2013, and eligibility is based on key votes, bill sponsorship and advocacy to advance retailers’ priorities.… Read more »
Washington, DC–Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) voted for H.R. 4346, The CHIPS and Science Act. This legislation makes historic investments to surge production of American-made semiconductors, tackle supply chain vulnerabilities, bolster America’s scientific research and technological leadership, and strengthen America’s economic and national security. The legislation will… Read more »
Washington, DC—Today, U.S. Representatives Henry Cuellar (D-TX-28), Elise Stefanik (R-NY-21) and Michelle Steel (CA-48) introduced the Worker Flexibility and Choice Act (WFCA). The legislation establishes a new work arrangement that combines the flexibility of independent work with certain workplace protections and opportunity for additional benefits. The relationship between the worker… Read more »
Washington, DC—Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) released the following statement on the nationwide baby formula shortage:
“The current supply chain shortage of baby formula disproportionately affects women and children from underserved communities: about half of infant formula sold nationwide is purchased with WIC (Women, Infant and Children) benefits, which restrict… Read more »
Rio Grande City, Texas—U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announced a new driver’s license program at South Texas College that will help meet the demand for professional truck drivers in the Rio Grande Valley.
The South Texas College Commercial Truck License institute will partner with Trancasa, an international leader on ground transportation, to provide anti-collision… Read more »
Washington, D.C.— Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) helped secure $20 million for Energy Future Grants. These grants will provide novel methods for energy efficiency to support critical community infrastructure, ensuring Texas can better anticipate and prepare for future disasters.
The funding was passed through Congress and signed into law as part of the FY2022 omnibus appropriations… Read more »
Laredo, Texas— El Congresista de EE.UU Henry Cuellar (TX-28) anunció la finalización de los proyectos de conectividad de banda ancha de Las Lomas, Las Penitas, Los Botines, Simeon Park y Hachar Business Park. Los proyectos se completaron con el apoyo de $14,000,000 en fondos federales para proporcionar a familias y empresas en comunidades rurales de Texas acceso a banda ancha de alta… Read more »
Washington, DC—Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) voted to secure urgently needed relief for small businesses across Texas. The Relief for Restaurants & Other Hard Hit Small Businesses Act will deliver $55 billion to replenish funding for Texas restaurants and establish a new program supporting other small businesses impacted by the pandemic.
“Small businesses are… Read more »
Washington, DC—Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announced that he was awarded ‘Top 25 Policy Influencer’ by Opportunity Zone Magazine.
Cuellar has been instrumental in extending investments in historically underserved areas, including South Texas. In February 2021, he introduced the Opportunity Zone Extension Act of 2021, created under the under the 2017 Tax Cuts and… Read more »
