Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) released the following statement today after voting in support of S. 365 - Budget Control Act of 2011: “Americans and lawmakers alike embark on a shared sacrifice today. In order to protect our economy and the future of the nation, we move forward to secure increasing the debt limit and reduce spending in the federal government. Today, the House of… Read more »

Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) released the following statement today after voting against S. 627, the Republican Default bill: Read more »

One of the most obscure issues in Washington is the debt ceiling, and it has a long history. The latest budget showdown in this Congress is repeating the past by raising the debt ceiling in exchange for a particular request – in this case, reducing the deficit. While the debt ceiling may not be a common phrase used in your household, I would like you to know failure to raise the debt… Read more »

Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announced today that applications are being accepted for grants to eligible applicants to help low- and very-low income rural residents repair their homes. Read more »

28th District of Texas – Congressman Cuellar (TX-28) released the following statement after receiving notice Social Security field offices will be closing 30 minutes early each day beginning on August 15, 2011. Read more »

Congressman Henry Cuellar’s (TX-28) balanced budget amendment to the U.S. Constitution has been endorsed by the fiscally conservative Blue Dog Coalition. It would require the President to submit a balanced budget to Congress every fiscal year, along with other measures to enhance fiscal responsibility. The Blue Dog Coalition has endorsed Congressman Cuellar’s amendment as the right… Read more »

Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) released the following statement today after voting against the Cut, Cap and Balance Act of 2011: Read more »

In the past weeks, lawmakers on both sides of the aisle have had several intense negotiations surrounding raising the debt limit. Economic experts agree that the United States must both raise the ceiling in order to pay our incurred debt and act to reduce spending. Read more »

Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) included a provision in the fiscal year 2012 Department of Homeland Security Appropriations bill that urges the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to examine the need for an alternate base of operations at a southwest border location.  At present, frequently changing weather conditions and strict air regulations affect unmanned aircraft operations… Read more »

Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) successfully included an amendment in the National Flood Reform Act, which will directly benefit flood-prone communities with outdated flood zone maps in the 28th District of Texas. It addresses local concerns by strengthening relationships among the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), state emergency agencies, and local communities to have a steady and productive process for updating flood zone maps. The bill passed the U.S. House of Representatives Tuesday evening by a vote of 406 to 22. Read more »