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Henry Cuellar shares updates on team achievements and funding allocations

U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar marked key events on December 12th through social media posts celebrating a departing team member's contributions and announcing federal funding for local initiatives in Laredo and Webb County while also sharing...

By Laredo Times | Dec 12, 2024

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Henry Cuellar shares community engagements and legislative discussions

Rep. Henry Cuellar highlights festive celebrations and meetings on December 11, 2024.

By Laredo Times | Dec 11, 2024

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Henry Cuellar reflects on Pearl Harbor remembrance and meets Pleasanton leaders

By Laredo Times | Dec 10, 2024

In recent tweets dated December 2024, Rep. Henry Cuellar honored Pearl Harbor victims and engaged in discussions with Pleasanton leaders about infrastructure support while celebrating a milestone with the U.S. Space Force

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Henry Cuellar discusses water projects and business challenges in recent meetings

By Laredo Times | Dec 4, 2024

In a series of tweets dated December 3-4, 2024, Congressman Henry Cuellar highlights discussions with various officials regarding water delivery projects along the Rio Grande as well as challenges faced by small businesses in relation to food...

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Henry Cuellar announces healthcare and funding updates impacting Texas

By Laredo Times | Nov 27, 2024

On November 27, 2024, Rep. Henry Cuellar discussed various initiatives benefiting his constituents in Texas' 28th district through social media posts.

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Federal support aids La Grulla; Rep. Henry Cuellar highlights key community events

By Laredo Times | Nov 26, 2024

On November 26th, Rep. Henry Cuellar detailed several key developments via social media posts.

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Henry Cuellar secures funding and honors leaders while advocating for veterans

By Laredo Times | Nov 20, 2024

Rep. Henry Cuellar recently communicated key initiatives via social media posts dated between November 18-20, focusing on securing federal funding for Webb County's waterline projects, honoring Chairwoman Kay Granger's legacy, and enhancing...

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Amount of taxpayer-funded subsidies plummet in cities associated with Jim Hogg County in 2021

By Laredo Times | Feb 29, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Jim Hogg County received $306,612 less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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The state of taxpayer-funded farm subsidies in cities associated with Webb County in 2021

By Laredo Times | Feb 28, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Webb County received $742,132 less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Zapata County rise or fall in 2021?

By Laredo Times | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Zapata County received $437,207 less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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How much in taxpayer-funded subsidies did farmers in Zapata County receive in 2021?

By Laredo Times | Feb 24, 2024

Farms in Zapata County received $754,057 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Jim Hogg County farmers in 2021 reached $279,250

By Laredo Times | Feb 23, 2024

Farms in Jim Hogg County received $279,250 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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How much did farmers in Webb County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By Laredo Times | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Webb County received $974,529 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Rep. Cuellar Delivers Keynote Address, Receives Award at the San Antonio Central Labor Council’s Labor Day Breakfast

By Laredo Times Report | Sep 13, 2023

U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) delivered a keynote address and received the 2023 Retiree Hero award at the San Antonio Central Labor Council’s Labor Day Breakfast. The annual event celebrates the labor movement and San Antonio working families.

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Rep. Cuellar Announces $200,000 in Federal Funding to Support Border Security in McMullen County

By Laredo Times Report | Sep 5, 2023

The funds will be used to pay overtime and purchase new equipment and technology for the McMullen County Sheriff’s Office

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Rep. Cuellar Announces $963,000 in Congressionally Directed Funding for Texas A&M International University’s STEM Connector Project with Laredo College

By Laredo Times Report | Aug 22, 2023

On August 15, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) announced $963,000 in Congressionally directed funding for Texas A&M International University’s (TAMIU) STEM Connector Project with Laredo College. The funds will be used to create a graduate certificate in Systems Engineering at TAMIU, develop a coordinated engineering curriculum at TAMIU and Laredo College, purchase high-performing computers and other computer lab hardware, and hire engineering lab staff.

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TxDOT and law enforcement announce efforts to combat drunk driving ahead of Labor Day, new law holds offenders accountable for child support

By Ashley Haley | Aug 21, 2023

The Texas Department of Transportation and law enforcement intensify their fight against drunk driving as Labor Day approaches, coinciding with an extended enforcement period from Aug. 18 to Sept. 4, while a new law set to take effect on Sept. 1 aims to hold accountable those convicted of intoxication manslaughter for the deaths of parents with young children.

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Rep. Cuellar Announces $500,000 in Congressionally Directed Funding for the McMullen County Fairgrounds

By Laredo Times Report | Aug 14, 2023

On August 11, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announced $500,000 in Congressionally directed funding for the McMullen County fairgrounds. The funds will be used to renovate the fairgrounds with improved lighting for parking and arena areas, an upgraded livestock show animal barn, and a new pavilion.

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Rep. Cuellar Hosts Webinar on Energy Funding and Consumer Tax Incentives

By Laredo Times Report | Jul 31, 2023

On July 26, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) hosted a webinar to discuss energy funding and consumer tax incentives with the U.S. Department of Energy. Assistant Director of Technical Assistance and Partnerships Michael Forrester and Policy Analyst John Agan discussed a wide range of funding opportunities for South Texas residents. The webinar focused on funding opportunities made possible by last year’s Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which is the single largest investment in climate and energy in American history. The IRA includes tax provisions to save families money on energy bills and funding to improve electric services in rural areas.

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Rep. Cuellar Joins the Greenlights Grant Initiative Congressional Advisory Board

By Laredo Times Report | Jul 25, 2023

The Greenlights Grant Initiative is a project of Matthew McConaughey’s just keep livin Foundation