Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar announced the House passage of critical legislation that authorizes the Department of Homeland Security for Fiscal Year 2008.  Contained in this legislation are several key additions authored by Congressman Cuellar that will create a Border Communities Liaison Officer in the Department’s Policy Office, compel the Department to evaluate and prioritize… Read more »

This morning, Rep. Henry Cuellar (TX-28) facilitated a video conference between federal and local officials to continue dialogue regarding the proposed border fence and address the lack of outreach to local citizens and officials.  The meeting included top-ranking officials from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Chief David Aguilar of U.S. Customs and Border Protection… Read more »

Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar continued the dialogue on the controversial border fence with Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Ralph Basham.   Commissioner Basham reiterated commitments made by the leadership of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to Congressman Cuellar that final decisions on fence construction would be… Read more »

Yesterday, Rep. Henry Cuellar offered an amendment to the Head Start Act of 2007 that will help improve Head Start students’ progress towards English Language Proficiency.  The Cuellar Amendment aims to help enhance consistency in how the progress of students with Limited English Proficiency (LEP) is measured. The Improving Head Start Act of 2007 requires the Secretary of Health… Read more »

In America, we pride ourselves on being competitive and leading the world in every endeavor we undertake.  As technology continues to progress, it is vital that America and Texas not only keep pace but lead the way in technological advancement and access.  Right now, America ranks 21st in the world at providing digital opportunities to the public.  Moreover, 76 percent of… Read more »

Wild horses are part of American culture that has been celebrated for hundreds of years.  Wild horses are also part of our Texas heritage. Managing populations of wild horses and burros is critical to the effective stewardship of Bureau of Land Management (BLM) lands.  BLM’s multiple-use mission is to sustain the health and productivity of the public lands for the use and… Read more »

Today, Rep. Henry Cuellar joined local officials at a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Post Office in Schertz, Texas.  Construction on the Post Office will begin in October 2007 and is expected to conclude by November 2008. “I have worked very closely with the city of Schertz to help make the construction of a new Post Office a reality.  The need for a new Post Office is a… Read more »

Today, Rep. Henry Cuellar announced that a $4 million federal grant has been awarded for the renovation of the facilities at Falcon Dam.  Located near the dividing line between Starr and Zapata Counties, the Falcon Dam facilities will be renovated internally and externally. “The renovation of facilities at our international borders is vital to increasing the efficiency and security… Read more »

Late last evening, a tornado hit South Texas.  Congressman Cuellar expressed his sympathy for the residents affected by the natural disaster and is deeply saddened by the news that six people have died and that many have lost their homes. “My condolences go out to the families and friends of the victims of last night’s tornado.  I know entire communities have been impacted and… Read more »

Last night, an amendment sponsored by Congressman Henry Cuellar passed the U.S. House of Representatives that will increase access to Small Business Administration (SBA) benefits for rural businesses.  The amendment to H.R. 1332, the Small Business Lending Improvements Act of 2007, will help foster growth in rural economies. Rep. Cuellar’s amendment ensured that all rural small… Read more »