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Congressman Cuellar Releases Statement on Passing of Nelson Mandela

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On Thursday, December 5th, Congressman Cuellar (D-TX28) released a statement on the passing of anti-apartheid icon, Nelson Mandela. “Today the world lost a hero of the anti-apartheid movement and a model for the pursuit of justice and peace worldwide,” said Congressman Cuellar.  “Nelson Mandela’s dignity in the face of fear and discrimination created a path for all of us in our…

Rep. Cuellar Announces 7.5 Million Texans Have Gained Access to Free Preventive Care Due to the ACA

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Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) released figures highlighting the number of individuals in Texas who have gained access to free preventive care like recommended cancer screenings and immunizations because of the Affordable Care Act – including both individuals with private insurance and seniors enrolled in Medicare. Due to ACA, 5,198,000 Texans received expanded coverage of one…

Congressman Cuellar Releases Statement on Passing of Nelson Mandela

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On Thursday, December 5th, Congressman Cuellar (D-TX28) released a statement on the passing of anti-apartheid icon, Nelson Mandela. “Today the world lost a hero of the anti-apartheid movement and a model for the pursuit of justice and peace worldwide,” said Congressman Cuellar.  “Nelson Mandela’s dignity in the face of fear and discrimination created a path for all of us in our…

Seniors save over $200M on prescription drugs in Texas under ACA

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On Monday, December 2nd, Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) announced the release of a new report by the Centers for Medicare and Medicare demonstrating how Affordable Care Act has reduced costs of prescription drug costs for seniors in the State of Texas.  In Texas, 233,114 seniors and people with disabilities saved $201,876,665, or an average of $866 per beneficiary, during the…

Congressman Cuellar to Host Health Insurance Marketplace Workshop for Zapata County

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On Thursday, December 12th, the Office of Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) will host a Health Insurance Marketplace Community Workshop for residents of Zapata County.  The event is open and free to the public and will provide presentations on the new Health Insurance Marketplaces. Participants will have the opportunity to enroll in the new Health Insurance Marketplace with…

Congressman Cuellar to Announce USDA Rural Development Funds for Roma and Rio Grande City

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  On Monday, November 9th, Congressman Henry Cuellar will announce the completion of two projects funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) in Rio Grande City and Roma.    In Roma, Congressman Cuellar will speak at the unveiling of new equipment purchased for Riverview Supermarket through the USDA Rural Energy for America Loan.  In Rio Grande City, he…

Congressman Cuellar Holds Service Academy Informational Session for High School Students

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On Monday, November 25th, Congressman Henry Cuellar will host a service academy informational session open to high school students and their parents.  The session will include information about the nation’s prestigious service academies and the Congressional nomination process required to apply.   A Naval Academy representative will be on hand to provide perspective and…

Congressman Cuellar to Host Health Insurance Marketplace Workshop for Starr County

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On Saturday, December 7h, the Office of Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) will host a Health Insurance Marketplace Workshop for residents of Starr County.  The event is open and free to the public and will provide presentations on the new Health Insurance Marketplaces.  Participants will have the opportunity to enroll in the new Health Insurance Marketplace, with assistance…