Dear john,
The American Rescue Plan unleashed unprecedented job creation: over 9.4 million jobs since January 2021. Our Infrastructure Law has helped millions find work and we are repairing our highways and bridges.
We are also working to fix supply chains and produce more in America. By doing so, we will create more jobs and help drive down the cost of daily goods.
We are moving America forward. Thank you for your trust to represent you in Washington.
As always, if you need help with a federal agency, please contact one of my offices: - Washington D.C.:(202) 225 1640
- Laredo: (956) 725-0639
- Mission: (956) 424-3942
- San Antonio: (210) 271 2851
- Rio Grande City: (956) 424-3942
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I met with the Governor of Nuevo Leon, Samuel Garcia, and other member of his government to discuss way we can continue to work together for the benefit of Texas and Nuevo Leon. |
I met with the Laredo Licensed U.S. Customs Brokers Association. We discussed how federal funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will improve our roads and economy. I look forward to working together to increase prosperity in our region! |
I met with the Livestock Marketing Association’s Texas Division, which represents auctioneers at livestock auctions. Thank you for the informative discussion! |
I met with the Texas Association of Federally Impacted Schools, including educators from Fort Sam Houston ISD, Randolph ISD, and Lackland ISD. We discussed how to make sure the children of our military families at Joint Base San Antonio and in Bexar County have the tools for a good education. |
I met with Wanda Noah of La Vernia High School and SkillsUSA students Mikalah Campbell, Neely Richardson, Claira Fike, and Briseis January. SkillsUSA is a program that helps American students gain workforce skills related to trades and service occupations. I’m working to ensure South Texas students have the skills needed for today’s job market. |
I met with the Greater Houston Partnership to discuss the Coastal Texas Protection and Restoration project, better known as Coastal Spine. This investment in infrastructure would enhance national security and protect our state’s economy. |
I met with my friends Superintendent Dr. Brian Holt and CFO Lori Remick of Randolph ISD to discuss how we can continue improving education for our students on Joint Base San Antonio. I’m excited to continue working collaboratively so that our students reach new heights. |
I received the People’s Choice Award from the Texas Association for Home Care and Hospice. I’ve always fought for our seniors in Congress, including introducing a bill to provide Medicare beneficiaries the option to receive care at home. I’m excited to receive this award and look forward to continuing the fight for dignity and quality care for South Texas seniors. |
I presided over the House Floor to debate legislation that makes government more accountable and transparent as well as votes for bills related to the federal workforce. As your Congressman, I’m focused on making government work for the interests of our community in South Texas. |
I joined the Ports-to-Plains Alliance for a virtual event discussing how we can make South Texas’ economy even stronger. The Ports-to-Plains Alliance is a bipartisan group of elected officials, business leaders and concerned citizens focused on economic growth from farming, oil and gas, transportation, and more. |
I joined Face the Nation to discuss the ongoing border crisis and practical solutions. We must work together, at the local, state and federal levels to secure the border and keep our communities safe. |
I hosted a webinar on funding for broadband in South Texas with officials from the National Telecommunications and Information Administration, the Texas Broadband Development Office, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Texas office. |
I met with oil and gas industry officials to see how we can work together to support workers and lower prices. We discussed how in 2015, I led bipartisan legislation that lifted the crude oil export ban. In Washington, I’m fighting for the 40,000 oil and gas industry workers and families in Texas-28. |
I met with my good friend from the Texas Farm Bureau, Laramie Adams. I am always happy to continue our work together to help South Texas’ farmers and ranchers succeed. Thank you for all of the work you do for our agricultural and rural communities! |
My Rio Grande City Outreach Coordinator, Roberto Bazan, attended the Rio Grande City ISD Grulla Academic Success Night celebrating their historic “A” rating. This event brought the community together to celebrate the school district’s success with free food, school performances, and even a grito contest! |
My Mission Outreach Coordinator, Alexis Gallegos, joined the Texas International Produce Association and the RGV Partnership for an event on the future of the South Texas tomato industry. This event provided updates on the 2019 Tomato Suspension Agreement and the state of growers this year. |
My Laredo Outreach Coordinator, Melissa Peña, visited Region Home Care for loteria. Melissa spoke with residents and how my office can help with issues impacting seniors, such as accessing VA benefits, Medicare, and Social Security. |
My San Antonio Outreach Coordinator, Eric Cleveland, joined the San Antonio Women’s Business Center for the Southside Small Business Networking Night at Tandem Cafe. This event aimed to foster better business connections, especially for women-owned and minority businesses. |
My District Press Secretary, Jose Sanz, attended a Mexican Independence event, hosted by the Mexican Consulate in Laredo, to award Julie Bazan with the 2022 Ohtli Award and recognize partners of the cross-border vaccination program. Ms. Bazan is the Executive Director for the Area Health Education Center of the Mid Rio Grande Border Region, helping keep South Texas healthy. At the event, I also received an award of recognition for my role in the vaccination program, along with presenting Ms. Bazan with a Congressional Certificate of Recognition. |
Melissa Peña, attended the Rio Bravo Community Center’s 16 De Septiembre loteria event. This event celebrated our region’s binational heritage with a friendly game to bring the community together. |
Eric attended a ribbon cutting for Hawaiian Bros Island Grill in Live Oak. Hawaiian Bros is a fast-casual restaurant that offers the foods of Hawaii to South Texas, adding to our incredible international food scene. |
Melissa visited the Gateway Community Health mobile clinic in Rio Bravo. Earlier this year, I announced that I secured over $1.5 million in federal funding to Gateway Community Health so Laredoans can continue to receive healthcare services more easily. |
Roberto visited the San Isidro Community Center to share information on services available to South Texas seniors and to offer my office’s assistance in accessing federal benefits. |
Melissa joined Mayor Pete Saenz and the City of Laredo for the proclamation declaring today “University Health Transplant Institute’s Viva La Vida Hispanic Heritage Day in Laredo, Texas”. |
Roberto attended the Rio Grande City Greater Chamber of Commerce for their Open Mixer event. Events like these help South Texans do business with one another and move forward. |
Melissa joined the Webb County Sheriff’s Department and the City of Laredo for the ribbon cutting of the Sgt. Denzo Dog Park. |
Roberto attended the Grito En El Kiosko event, celebrating the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month. With conjunto and mariachi music, dancing, a jalapeño eating contest, and more, this is a premier event for family fun in Starr County. |
Melissa attended the Environmental Protection Agency’s town hall in Laredo about the risks of ethylene oxide to our community. I will continue to work with the EPA to address this issue. |
Melissa attended the Laredo Police Department’s badge pinning ceremony for Class A-22 at Laredo College. These new officers will help keep Laredo and South Texas safe. |
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