BROWNSVILLE — Although President Barack Obama’s proposed 2013 budget calls for a cut in funds to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, the reduction is not expected to affect the number of federal agents patrolling the U.S.-Mexico border. Read more at: http://www.themonitor.com/news/cbp-58797-spare-homeland.html Read more »
Cerca de siete millones de dólares que ya fueron aprobados para mejorar la infraestructura y seguridad en la frontera, aun no puede ser usados, porque incluso la secretaria de seguridad interna, Janet Napolitano, desconoce la razón de porque ese dinero sigue congelado. Roberto Repreza tiene los detalles de lo que hoy dijo la funcionaria de la defensa nacional, cuando testifico ante el comité de s... Read more »
Congressman Henry Cuellar, (D-Laredo), hosted Defense Department Assistant Secretary Paul N. Stockton and South Texas first responders at Laredo Community College to discuss the DoD Domestic Preparedness Support Initiative, which coordinates the Department’s efforts to transfer technology, items and equipment to Federal, State and local first responders. More than 100 first-responders and governme... Read more »
Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar, (D-TX), released the following statement after The State of Texas and the Plaintiff Latino Redistricting Task Force reached an agreement to accept a temporary congressional district map for the State of Texas: “This is a historic development: the State of Texas has, for the first time ever, created congressional districts to reflect the looming Hispanic Community ... Read more »
Yesterday the Congressional Colombia Caucus Co-Chairs, Henry Cuellar (D-TX), Mario Diaz Balart (R-FL), and Gregory Meeks (D-NY) met with newly-appointed Colombian Labor Minister Rafael Pardo. The meeting focused on the bilateral relations between the United State and Colombia, including labor, trade expansion and economic growth. “Today’s meeting with Mr. Pardo reinforces the United States’ ongoin... Read more »
Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-Laredo) issued the following statement after voting in favor of H.R. 3835, a bill that would extend a salary freeze for Members of Congress: “If our hard-working American families can tighten their belts, so can we,” said Congressman Cuellar. “We are constantly praising Americans for their resilience during tough economic times,” said Congressman Cuellar. “Now it’s our... Read more »
Congressman Henry Cuellar, (D-Laredo) announced that nearly 32 million school children across the nation and in Texas Congressional District 28 will be eating more fruits, vegetables and whole grains thanks to new nutrition standards that feature healthy, revamped school menus. The new school meal menu requirements are part of the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act, which Congressman Cuellar supported ... Read more »
Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-Texas) issued the following statement following President Barack Obama’s State of the Union address to Congress: “The President’s address has given us a roadmap with which we can move forward as a nation with a strong economy,” said Congressman Cuellar. “Our economic future depends on the direction we take after tonight,” said Congressman Cuellar. “We need to unite not... Read more »
Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-Texas) issued the following statement following President Barack Obama’s State of the Union address to Congress: “The President’s address has given us a roadmap with which we can move forward as a nation with a strong economy,” said Congressman Cuellar. “Our economic future depends on the direction we take after tonight,” said Congressman Cuellar. “We need to unite not... Read more »
Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar released the following statement after Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords announced her retirement from Congress to focus on her recovery: “Gabrielle Giffords is a shining example of American character. Her journey since the tragedy is a true inspiration. “Her strength and resilience is remarkable. Her presence in the House will be missed, but her impact on us all wi... Read more »
