Laredo, TX— Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announced $1,071,440 to Webb County Community Action Agency and $674,156 to South Texas Development Council, which supports individuals in Webb, Zapata, and Starr Counites, through the Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). These federal funds, awarded through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, will be used to help low-income households and seniors pay energy bills during the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Texans should not have to choose between paying their utility bill or feeding their family during these challenging times,” said Congressman Cuellar. “This federal investment will make sure working families and seniors are able to keep their homes cool through the summer months. As a senior Appropriator, I am committed to funding vital programs such as LIHEAP, and will continue to provide services to the most vulnerable in our community. I would like to thank Webb County Community Action Agency Executive Director Javier Ramirez, South Texas Development Council Director Juan E. Rodriguez, and the rest of their staff for their hard work during this pandemic.”

As a senior Appropriator, Congressman Cuellar helped secure $900 million for LIHEAP in the CARES Act. This LIHEAP funding can be used towards home heating, cooling, crisis, weatherization activities, and related support services. This supplemental funding to provide assistance to help prevent, prepare for, or respond to home energy needs related to the coronavirus.