Washington, D.C. – Today, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced over $107 million in federal funding for state and local preparedness programs for Fiscal Year 2013.  These funds will provide resources for assessment, response, recovery from acts of terrorism and threats to urban areas, as well as to enhance border security… Read more »

Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) along with City of Converse Mayor Suarez and Fire Chief Richard Wendt presented a $195,000 in grant funds to the Converse Fire & EMS Department “The City of Converse firefighters and emergency medical services unit have demonstrated acts of valor during times of extreme danger,” Congressman Cuellar said. “There have been several deaths and… Read more »

Congressman Henry Cuellar’s (D-TX28) grants coordinators met today with city and county officials in Zapata county to discuss federal funding opportunities.  The grants team assists individuals, businesses and organizations in applying for loans and grants from federal agencies such as, United States Department of Agriculture, Department of Housing and Urban Development, Federal… Read more »

Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (D/TX-28) presented the City of Encinal with a $1,513,000 loan from the United States Department of Agrigulture (USDA). In attendance at the event was City of Encinal Mayor Sylvano Sanchez and USDA Rural Department State Director Paco Valentin. “The successful progressive development of the City of Encinal has been evident throughout the past few years,”… Read more »

Congressman Henry Cuellar’s (D-TX28) grants coordinators met with city and county officials in Bexar, Wilson, Atascosa, and McMullen counties during the week of August 12th through 15th.  The grants team assists individuals, businesses and organizations in applying for loans and grants from federal agencies such as, United States Department of Agriculture, Department of Housing and… Read more »

Congressman Henry Cuellar, (D-TX/28) presented a $974,997 federal grant to Webb County. In attendance at the check presentation was 406th District Drug Court Judge Oscar J. Hale Jr. “These funds will go directly towards Webb County’s 406th District Veterans Drug Court and their efforts to provide enhanced treatment methods to psychologically and physically afflicted veterans,” said… Read more »

Congressman Henry Cuellar, (D-TX/28) along with Laredo Little Theatre Board of Directors Member A.B. Barrera spoke on behalf of the Laredo Little Theatre’s completed renovation project. “Laredo is a city rich in culture and tradition,” said Congressman Cuellar. “These funds have supported the growth, advancement and promotion of the performing arts here in Laredo. In result, the… Read more »

Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) attended the monthly meeting of the American Association of Retired Persons, Laredo Chapter, on Tuesday, August 13th at 2pm.    “Today I spoke to the American Association of Retired Persons, Laredo Chapter about important issues in Congress now, including immigration reform, social security, Medicare, and budget cuts, all of which have an… Read more »

Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) provided keynote remarks at the 23rd Annual Motor Vehicle Criminal Interdiction Training and Intelligence Sharing Meeting on August 13th in San Antonio.  “A career in law enforcement requires sacrifice, courage, and a dedication to serve others,” said Congressman Henry Cuellar. “The State of Texas has the longest stretch of the border with Mexico… Read more »

Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) addressed incoming students for the 2013-2014 school year, faculty and staff at the Laredo Community College’s Focus on Student Success (FOSS) Summer Program forum on August 13, 2013. In 2012, Congressman Cuellar announced a $3.8 million cooperative grant between Laredo Community College (LCC) and Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) with the… Read more »