Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) announced that the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provided a detailed response to his request in the Fiscal Year 2014 Appropriations Bill for more information on how veterans are assigned to a health care center.  As part of the Fiscal Year 2014 Appropriations Bill, Rep. Cuellar requested that the VA report back to Congress on what… Read more »

Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) met with Colombian and Mexican officials last week to discuss joint efforts to combat the spread of illegal narcotics.  Congressman Cuellar traveled with Appropriations Committee Chairman Hal Rogers (R-KY05) and other Members of the Appropriations Committee.   The United States, Mexico, and Colombia have a partnership to assist in training… Read more »

Poteet vet awarded long-deserved medals Poteet veteran Rubin Leal was awarded the Korean Service Medal with three Bronze Stars and the Korean War Service Medal. LISA LUNA | PLEASANTON EXPRESSDescribed by Congressman Henry Cuellar as “an example of true American patriotism,” lifelong Poteet resident Rubin Leal received two medals for his service in the Korean War. Cuellar… Read more »

It’s officially open Cuellar assists in grand opening of civic center, library, freedom center SUE BROWN EDITOR U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar presented a flag that had been flown over the United States Capitol to the Civic Center/Library. Included in the photo are, left to right, Dan Cox, RCW Energy Services for their donation of $10,000 to the library to… Read more »

On Monday, April 22nd, Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) joined the City of Pleasanton to honor the service of two Pleasanton City Councilmen who have served a combined 48 years in their posts.  “These men serve as outstanding models of civic service,” said Congressman Cuellar.  “Today, we congratulate them both on a hard-earned and well deserved record of service to the… Read more »

Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) announced today that the Smithsonian will be hosting "Night at the Museum" events at the National Museum of American History and the National Museum of Natural History.  These overnight events are a great opportunity for families visiting Washington to provide an eye-opening experience for young children.   “I am happy to announce that the… Read more »

Investor center program should become permanent BY HENRY CUELLAR, GUEST COMMENTARY : APRIL 22, 2014 As chairman of the Pro-Trade Caucus in Congress, I was active in leading efforts on trade agreements that create more American jobs and generate economic growth. Thanks in part to robust international trade and strong retail growth, Laredo's unemployment rate is lower… Read more »

Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar announced that the Appropriations Committee had successfully passed two of 12 funding bills out of committee that require strong steps to address the Veterans Affairs claims backlog.    “The backlog for veterans’ disability and medical claims has gone on for too long,” said Congressman Cuellar.  “This bill takes several steps to reduce the… Read more »

On Monday, April 21st, Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) joined the City of Poteet and the Poteet Memorial Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6970 to honor Poteet veteran Ruben Leal, who was awarded two medals for his service in the Korean War.  “Mr. Rubin Leal is an example of true American patriotism,” said Congressman Cuellar.  “It gives me great honor to present two medals to… Read more »

On Monday, April 22nd, Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) joined the City of Pleasanton to announce the opening of the Pleasanton Civic Center, a project that is 17 years in the making and will provide the city with a remodeled civic center and library.  “We are here today to celebrate the grand opening of the Pleasanton Civic Center and library and congratulate the community for… Read more »