Rep. Cuellar Announces Over $19 Million in Federal Funds for Colleges and Universities in Laredo
Written by Post Public Information Representative, Apr 18, 2020, 0 Comments
Courtesy Charlotte Laracy
Funding will assist students with expenses related COVID-19
Laredo, TX—Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announced $19,044,197 federal funding for colleges, universities, and trade and vocational schools in Laredo. This funding, awarded through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, will assist students and schools with expenses related to the disruption of campus operations due to COVID-19.
“Now more than ever, students in Laredo need our help weathering this economic crisis” said Congressman Cuellar. “This federal investment will help students meet their financial needs, such as the cost of food, housing and other basic essentials, and ensure our institutions of higher education can continue to operate during this crisis. I am committed to helping these students survive this crisis and making sure they have an opportunity at a great education.”
“I want to thank TAMIU President Dr. Pablo Arenaz, Laredo College President Dr. Ricardo Solis, Officials of Laredo Beauty School, Laredo Chi Academy Beauty School CEO Delia Reza, Officials of South Texas Training Center and all of their staff for their dedication to ensuring that their students have all the educational opportunities during these challenging times.”
