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Henry Roberto Cuellar is a U.S. Representative for Texas's 28th congressional district, serving since January 4, 2005. A member of the Democratic Party, Cuellar has focused on issues such as border security, economic development, and education throughout his tenure. He has been an advocate for bipartisan solutions and has worked on various initiatives to support his constituents in South Texas. Cuellar has held several key positions within the House, including serving on the Appropriations Committee. His legislative efforts often emphasize the importance of funding for local projects and addressing the needs of the border region. Cuellar's long-standing presence in Congress has made him a notable figure in Texas politics.
Mr. Chair, I rise in opposition to this amendment, with all due respect to my colleague, the former sheriff, as my brother is a former sheriff on the border. I ask that if we have differences in opinion, instead of just eliminating this…
Madam Chair, I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from South Carolina will be postponed. The Chair recognizes that amendment 68 will…
Mr. Chair, I claim time in opposition to the amendment. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from Texas is recognized for 5 minutes.
Mr. Chair, I rise respectfully in opposition to this amendment. The U.S. Constitution grants the Federal Government the sole authority to control immigration and secure the national borders. I would say that if we would do this in…
Mr. Chair, we support border security. We also support the U.S. Citizen Immigration Service where they have asylum officers. One of the things we ought to be doing is adding more money to support the asylum officers so they can be at the…
Mr. Chair, these policies, in my opinion, should be debated in a different bill. DHS' role here is guided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the CDC. The DHS doesn't come up with policies. They don't develop their…
Mr. Chair, I claim time in opposition to this amendment. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from Texas is recognized for 5 minutes.
Mr. Chair, I oppose this amendment. I trust the work of Border Patrol agents. I trust the work of OFO, which are the men and women in blue at ports of entry. I trust the Air and Marine agents. I trust the work of ICE agents. I trust the…
Mr. Chair, first of all, let me just say, as a point of privilege, it is so good to see my good friend from Louisiana. Again, I am with him all the way. I appreciate it. We disagree on this amendment. We might agree on defunding other…
Mr. Chair, since 1999, the policy has been, under the Clinton administration, under the Bush administration, and the Obama administration, that immigration officials still consider whether a noncitizen will become dependent on cash…
Mr. Chair, the last 2 years we had an opportunity to add $2.4 billion to the CBP budget authority. That is a 15 percent increase. Except for two Members, my colleagues on the other side of the aisle voted ``no''. Money for Border Patrol…
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