Henry Cuellar
Henry Cuellar
Henry Roberto Cuellaris the U.S Representative for Texas's 28th congressional district, a position he has held since 2005. He is a member of the Democratic Party. The district extends from the Rio Grande to the suburbs of San Antonio...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionPolitician
Date of Birth19 September 1955
CityLaredo, TX
CountryUnited States of America
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We can adhere to the Henry Hyde amendment by saying that no federal funds will be used for abortions. And that's the bottom line for me.
technology years borders
At the current rate of 28 miles of SBInet [Secure Border Initiative network] technology every 4.5 years, it would take 320 years - or until the year 2330 - to deploy SBInet technology across the Southwest border. That statistic would be comical if the subject matter were not so serious.
communication agency law
We intend to keep the lines of communication open with the Defense Department so we can help our border law enforcement agencies navigate the equipment application process.
focus want reelection
As I get close to my election, I want to spend more time in my district and focus on my reelection.
independent talking focus
My focus as part of the leadership is to keep talking about the independent voters, independent voters - how do we get the independent voters back?
country dog unique
You know, I got the third most uninsured district in the whole state of Texas, probably number nine in the whole country. As a Blue Dog, I'm also looking at the cost. So, I have got a very unique district.
voting president tickets
I have consistently made it very clear that I will vote a straight Democratic ticket, just like I do every election. From the local Constable to the President, I will be voting for every Democrat on the ballot.
law agency borders
If we want to boost border security, we have to help law enforcement agencies beef up their resources to meet this demand. We cannot have one without the other.