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Henry Cuellar

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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.

Sep 27, 2023

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…

Congressional Record · 2023-09-27
Sep 27, 2023

Mr. Chair, I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentlewoman from Colorado will be postponed. {time} 2115 Amendment No. 51 Offered by Mr. Castro…

Congressional Record · 2023-09-27
Sep 27, 2023

Mr. Chair, I claim time in opposition to the amendment. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from Texas is recognized for 5 minutes.

Congressional Record · 2023-09-27
Sep 27, 2023

Mr. Chair, I claim time in opposition to this amendment. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from Texas is recognized for 5 minutes.

Congressional Record · 2023-09-27
Sep 27, 2023

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…

Congressional Record · 2023-09-27
Sep 27, 2023

Mr. Chair, I rise in strong opposition to an amendment that prohibits funding for the Uniting for Ukraine program. In life, we have to make a decision: Either we are for good or for evil. Either we are for democracy or for dictatorships…

Congressional Record · 2023-09-27
Sep 27, 2023

Mr. Chair, I rise in opposition to this amendment. It ensures that all employees across the Department have a sufficient up- to-date understanding for climate change. If we keep in mind, one of the agencies under DHS is FEMA. What does…

Congressional Record · 2023-09-27
Sep 27, 2023

Mr. Chair, I yield 4 minutes to the gentlewoman from Connecticut (Ms. DeLauro), the distinguished ranking member of the Committee on Appropriations. Ms. DeLAURO. Mr. Chair, the Homeland Security Appropriations bill before us weakens our…

Congressional Record · 2023-09-27
Sep 27, 2023

Mr. Chair, I yield myself such time as I may consume. First of all, I thank Chairwoman Kay Granger and Ranking Member DeLauro for working together as much as possible. I certainly would thank our chairman, David Joyce. I know we have some…

Congressional Record · 2023-09-27

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