Washington, DC- As the Chairman of Homeland Security Subcommittee on Emergency Communications, Preparedness, and Response, I accept the challenge of participating in legislative policies that govern our nation’s border security. I know there are many issues facing our country, but there is nothing more important than making sure that all Americans feel a sense of security in this country. My duty,... Read more »
Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar announced that SCAN (Serving Children and Adolescents in Need) has been awarded a total of $5.5 million through five separate grants that will help in the prevention of AIDS/HIV, assist run-away kids transition back into stable living environments, and help those suffering from substance and drug abuse. The grants were awarded by the Department of Health and Human ... Read more »
Today Congressman Henry Cuellar, together with officials from Texas A&M International University and Laredo Community College, announced the awarding of a federal grant in the amount of $3.5 million to the Mathematical Department at LCC. The Title V grant was awarded to the lead agency, LCC, and its partner, TAMIU, to improve the academic recruitment and retention of Hispanic students and other lo... Read more »
U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, in conjunction with the Rio Grande Valley Veteran’s Alliance, will host the 2007 Veterans Health and Enrollment Fair, Saturday, October 27, 2007. The event will provide free health services for local Veterans including immediate medical care from physicians, x-rays, lab work, high blood pressure exams, foot exams, and more. More importantly, Veterans attending the F... Read more »
Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar announced that the United Independent School District (United ISD) has been awarded a combined total of $507,747.36 through three separate grants awarded by the Schools and Libraries Program of the Universal Service Fund, commonly known as “E-rate.” The grant money will be used for internet access and telecommunications services. “Providing our youth with easy acce... Read more »
Washington, DC- As a member of the House Committee on Small Business, I am pleased to help create and shape the legislative policies that govern the Small Business Administration (SBA). The private business sector in the United States is composed of businesses of all shapes, sizes, and models. Easy access to capital is often a problem for many business concerns, and it is for this reason that the ... Read more »
Congressman Henry Cuellar announced today that the La Gloria Development Corporation has been awarded a $300,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The awarded funds, which came from HUD’s Rural Housing and Economic Development Program (RHED), will allow the corporation to purchase 10 lots and subsequently give low-income residents the opportunity of building th... Read more »
Lytle Volunteer Fire Department officials expressed gratitude and were excited to receive word that their department has been awarded a $294,914 grant from the Department of Homeland Security. The money will be used for the purchase of a new fire truck that will come fully equipped with ladders, hoses, nozzles, and pike poles. The grant announcement was made today by Congressman Henry Cuellar. “Th... Read more »
Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar announced that the La Joya Municipal Library has been awarded a $22,814.89 grant through the Schools and Libraries Program of the Universal Service Fund, commonly known as “E-rate.” The grant will be used for the maintenance of internal connections. “Providing our youth with easy access to a quality education has been a priority of mine and I will continue working... Read more »
Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar announced that the Richard Milburn Academy has been awarded a $31,539.37 grant through the Schools and Libraries Program of the Universal Service Fund, commonly known as “E-rate.” The grant will be used for internet access and telecommunications services. “Providing our youth with easy access to a quality education has been a priority of mine and I will continue w... Read more »
