STATE NEWS
WBCA Celebrates 113th Anniversary at the White House and on Capitol Hill Washington, DC – Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) today joined Laredoans from the Washington’s Birthday Celebration Association in Washington D.C. to celebrate George Washington’s legacy at the White House and on Capitol Hill. Approximately fifty representatives from Laredo joined Congressman Cuellar and other
Friends and Family showed an overwhelmingly amount of support for Webb County Commissioner Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina on her birthday. Surrounded by the well wishers Commissioner Tijerina thanked everyone in attendance that included a dignataries from Nuevo Laredo as well as current Webb County and City of Laredo Public Servants. Commissioner Tijerina also announced her re-election
Courtesy Richard Pauza, WASHINGTON – U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s Office of International Trade today announced to the trade community plans to assess an additional 35 percent ad valorem duty on certain tires of Chinese origin entered or withdrawn from warehouses on or after September 26, 2009. On September 11, President Obama signed Proclamation
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
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