Rep. Henry Cuellar, who has been serving in the U.S. Congress representing Texas’ 28th district since 2005, shared updates through a series of tweets on May 21, 2025. Cuellar’s posts highlighted community engagement and legislative developments.
In one tweet, Cuellar mentioned that his Laredo Outreach Coordinator, Melissa Peña, attended the Harmony School of Excellence’s college acceptance pep rally at the Sames Auto Arena on his behalf. He expressed pride in seeing students recognized for their hard work and dedication, noting it as a significant moment. “My Laredo Outreach Coordinator, Melissa Peña, attended the Harmony School of Excellence’s @HseLaredo college acceptance pep rally at the Sames Auto Arena on my behalf. It was a proud moment to see students recognized for their hard work and dedication…” (May 21, 2025).
Another tweet from Cuellar provided no text other than a link: “https://t.co/Jp9Q23CXx5” (May 21, 2025).
In his final tweet of the day, Cuellar discussed recent legislative activity in the House of Representatives. He announced that the House passed the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Reform Act, which he co-led with Rep. Don Bacon. The bill aims to update outdated concealed carry laws to allow retired and off-duty officers to continue protecting communities effectively. “Last week, the House passed the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Reform Act…” (May 21, 2025).
Henry Cuellar has served in Congress since replacing Ciro Rodriguez in 2005 and previously served in the Texas House of Representatives from 1987 to 2001. Born in Laredo in 1955 and currently residing there at age 67, he holds degrees from Georgetown University and the University of Texas at Austin.
