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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.
I rise respectfully in opposition against this amendment, but I will say this: My good friend and I share the border. We will continue working. I do believe in detention beds. I do believe there is a place for them. I do believe that we…
I support this en bloc amendment. It contains a series of bipartisan amendments in support of the Members' priorities on both sides. This is the way we ought to do it--bipartisan. Certainly, I have no objection, and I encourage adoption of…
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 not be…
I stand against this amendment. I am in opposition. I support ICE. I support enforcing the law. Madam Chair, I yield back the balance of my time.
I claim time in opposition. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from Texas is recognized for 5 minutes.
This bill on Homeland Security passed June 21, 2023. We are in September and we are just taking the bill right now. This bill, Homeland Security, got passed out of appropriations on June 21, 2023, and here we are late at night trying to…
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 things, but not…
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 benefits. I agree…
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 border, and…
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 independent policies…
I claim the time in opposition to the amendment. The Acting CHAIR. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Texas for 5 minutes.
I join the gentleman from Ohio (Mr. Joyce), my chairman, in strong opposition to this amendment. CISA Director Easterly leads an organization of over 3,000 dedicated public servants who play a critical role in our national security. First…
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