STATE NEWS
Landmark legislation expands federal student aid, includes $13 Million in renovation funding for Webb County Schools Washington, DC – Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) today voted for the single largest investment in federal college aid, helping more students and families pay for college. The Student Aid and Fiscal Responsibility Act, H.R. 3221, reforms the federal student
Recognizes contributions of Hispanic Americans, celebrates heritage and culture Washington, DC – Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) today recognizes the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month, a month-long celebration beginning September 15, 2009 through October 15, which recognizes the contributions of Hispanic Americans and celebrates Hispanic heritage and culture nationwide. “This year takes special meaning as
Courtesy Raul Leal, LAREDO (September 12, 2009) – Child passenger safety (CPS) seat inspections were conducted today at the Texas Department of Transportation Laredo district facility on Loop 20. The purpose of the event was to perform safety inspections on child safety seats and to instruct parents how to properly install child car passenger seats.
Courtesy Raul Leal, AUSTIN, TX – The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) wants to be sure no child is left unbuckled this fall, and with good reason: motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for children ages two to 14. This year, Texas passed a new law intended to make sure the state’s
Underscores the importance of Homeland Security efforts to keep the nation safe Washington, DC – Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) today released this statement recognizing the eighth anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks: “Eight years ago, our nation woke up to a morning of cascading terrorism and tragedy. Americans innocently lost their lives. America
Courtesy Raul Leal, LAREDO (September 10, 2009) – A Child Passenger Safety (CPS) press conference took place today at the Texas Department of Transportation Laredo District Office to announce the upcoming Child Car Seat Inspection Event on Saturday, September 12, 2009 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at the TxDOT district facility (rear) located at 1817
President Obama delivers health care remarks before a Joint Session of Congress Washington, DC – Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) released this statement following President Barack Obama’s address to a joint session of Congress this evening: “Tonight, President Obama reminded us how he’s not the first President to take on health care reform, nor are we
CBP at Del Rio Port of Entry Seizes Nearly 63 Pounds of Heroin, Five Pounds of Methamphetamine from California Man DEL RIO, TEXAS – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Del Rio Port of Entry on Monday seized nearly 63 pounds of heroin and more than five pounds of methamphetamine valued at
President Obama recognizes student from Roma, Texas Washington, DC – Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) today released this statement following President Barack Obama’s address to our nation’s schools: “Today, President Obama reminds us how education is the gateway to getting ahead; he echoes a message of personal responsibility. He reiterates the tremendous value in working hard.
Courtesy Richard Pauza, EAGLE PASS, TEXAS – Following in the long-serving footsteps of his father, a U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service Port Director in El Paso with 50 years of federal service, John Salazar, Port Director, Eagle Pass Port of Entry, on the eve of his retirement recently completed 40 years of federal service.
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