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  • CUELLAR, HENRY
Experience: House: District 28, 2005-Present
Home State: Texas
Running: President, United States, 2016
Total Raised: $1,241,001Coverage End: Thursday, June 30, 2016
Winning: Won with 0.00%
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Personal

    Full Name: Henry Cuellar
    Gender: Male
    Family: Wife: Imelda; 2 Children: Christy, Catie
    Birth Date: 09/19/1955
    Birth Place: Laredo, TX
    Home City: Laredo, TX
    Religion: Catholic

Education

    PhD, Government, University of Texas, Austin, 1998
    MBA, International Trade, Texas Agricultural and Mechanical University, 1982
    JD, University of Texas-Austin, 1981
    BS, Foreign Service, Georgetown University, 1978
    AA, Political Science, Laredo Community College, 1976

Political Experience

    Representative, United States House of Representatives, 2005-present
    Candidate, United States House of Representatives, District 23, 2002
    Secretary of State, State of Texas, 2001
    Representative, Texas State House of Representatives, 1987-2001
    Texas Delegate, National Democratic Convention, 1992
    Sustaining Member, Texas Democratic Party, 1984

Current Legislative Committees

    Appropriations, Member
    Subcommittee on Homeland Security, Member
    Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs, Member
    Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies, Member

Caucuses/Non-Legislative Committees

    Member, Blue Dog Coalition
    Former Member, Calendar Committee, Texas State House of Representatives
    Member, Congressional Hispanic Caucus
    Member, Democratic Policy Committee
    Member, Democratic Steering Committee
    Former Member, Higher Education Committee, Texas State House of Representatives
    Former Member, House Appropriations Committee, Texas State House of Representatives
    Founder, House Pro-Trade Caucus
    Chair, House Pro-Trade Caucus

Professional Experience

    Licensed United States Customs Broker
    Former Dish Washer
    Arbitrator
    Mediator
    Attorney, Law Office of Henry Cuellar
    Instructor, Department of Government, Laredo Community College, 1982-1986
    Adjunct Professor, International Commercial Law, Texas Agricultural and Mechanical International University, 1984-1986

Religious, Civic, and other Memberships

    Member, American Bar Association
    President, Board of Directors, International Good Neighbor Council
    Member, College, State Bar of Texas
    Member, Inter-American Bar Association
    Member, Texas State Bar Association
    Member, Webb County/Laredo Bar Association
    Member, Board of Advisers, Texas Hispanic Journal of Law and Policy, University of Texas Law School, 2002
    Member, Texas Lyceum, 1997
    Member, International Trade Association, Laredo State University, 1988
    Legal Adviser, Local Chapter, American GI,, 1986-1987
    Member, Advisory Board, Stop Child Abuse and Neglect, 1984
    President, Board of Directors, Laredo Legal Aid Society, Incorporated, 1982-1984
    President, Laredo Young Lawyers Association, 1983-1984
    Member, Board of Directors, Kiwanis Club of Laredo, 1982-1983
    Member, Board of Directors, United Way, 1982-1983
    President, Laredo Volunteer Lawyers Program, Incorporated, 1982-1983
    Co-Founder, Laredo Volunteer Lawyers Program, Incorporated, 1982-1983
    Treasurer, Stop Child Abuse and Neglect, 1982-1983
    Co-Founder, Stop Child Abuse and Neglect, 1982-1983

Additional Information

Awards:

    Award of Appreciation for Making a Significant Contribution in the Field of Education Through Teaching, Service and Leadership, Texas Agricultural and Mechanical International University, 2005
    Patriotic Education to Children Award, Zapata North Early Childhood Center, 2006
    Award of Appreciation for Continued Dedication and Commitment, Matias De Llano, Jr. Elementary School, 2005
    Legislative Leadership Award, Texas Chamber of Commerce
    Harry Hatry Distinguished Performance Measurement Practice Award, Urban Institute's Public Management Program, 2012
    Special Honoree, Teaching and Mentoring Communities, 2012
    Imagine Award, Imaginarium of South Texas, 2012
    Guardian of Small Business Award, National Federation of Independent Business, 2012
    Recognition in Honor of Max Mandel Award, City of Laredo Chamber of Commerce, 2012
    Special Recognition Award, The Bubble Home Project, 2010
    Continue Support to Laredo Veterans Award, South Texas Afghanistan Iraq Veterans Association, 2010
    Distinguished Community Health Centers SuperHero Award, National Association of Community Health Centers, 2010
    Legislative White Hat Award, Texas Farmers Union, 2010
    Spirit of Enterprise Award for the Second Session of the 110th Congress, The United States Chamber of Commerce, 2009
    Certificate of Appreciation and Support, National Association of Community Health Centers, Incorporated
    Award of Appreciation, Latin America Business Advisory Council, 2006
    Award of Recognition, United States Department of Homeland Security and United States Border Patrol, 2008
    Charles Dick Medal of Merit, National Guard, 2008
    Recognition of Contribution, Buenos Aires Elementary School, 2006
    Lifetime Member Award, National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), San Antonio, 2006
    Young Democrats Award, Webb County Young Democrats, 2004-2005
    Award of Recognition for Outstanding Commitment to Fight Drunk Driving and Underage Drinking, The Century Council, 2005
    Award of Appreciation, Texas League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC), 2005
    Fighting Hunger Award, South Texas Food Bank, 2005
    Certificate of Participation, Seguin Holiday Stroll, 2005
    Certificate of Recognition of Hard Work, Long Efforts and Outstanding Commitment, City of Rio Bravo, Texas, 2005
    Mr. South Texas, Washington's Birthday Celebration Association, 2008
    Certificate of Recognition for Dedication and Support to All Veterans, Catholic War Veterans, 2008
    Award for Manufacturing Excellence for the 109th Congress, National Association of Manufacturers, 2007
    Award of Appreciation of Support, Newman Elementary School, 2007
    Certificate of Recognition, Gateway Community Health Center, 2006
    Certificate of Appreciation for Dedicated Service and Support, Laredo Community College, 2005
    Career Day Speaker Recognition, United South High School, 2012
    Spirit of Enterprise Award, United States Chamber of Commerce, 2012
    Golden Eagle Award, McAllen Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, 2010
    Thank You For Supporting Diversity Award, United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), 2009
    Certificate of Recognition for Efforts in the First Session of the 110th Congress to Help Preserve and Expand America's Health Centers, National Association of Community Health Centers, 2008
    Fighting Hunger Award, South Texas Food Bank, 2007
    Master of Ceremonies Recognition, Princess Pocahontas Council, 2007
    Community Award, Gary Job Corps
    Outstanding Commitment Award, The Association of Laredo Forwarding Agents, 2006
    Certificate of Appreciation for Continued Support, Texas State Guard, 2006
    Award of Grateful Appreciation, Vidal M. Trevino School of Communications and Fine Arts, 2006
    Recognition of Contribution, Hebbronville Vaquero Festival, 2006
    Awarded the Key to the City, City of Odessa, 2005
    Certificate of Appreciation for Dedication and Commitment to Education, Zapata County Independent School District, 2005
    Award of Appreciation for many years of Invaluable Service, South Texas Merchants Association, 2006
    Cum Laude Graduate, Georgetown University
    Champion of Healthcare Innovation Award, Healthcare Leadership Council, 2012
    Friend of Farm Bureau Award, Farm Bureau Federation, 2012
    Friends of the Americas Award, Border Trade Alliance, 2010
    Golden Triangle Award, National Farmers Union, 2009
    Honorary Director, Border Olympics, 2009
    Recognition and Appreciation for True Leadership, City of Rio Bravo, 2009
    Recognition Award for Supporting Gateway Community Health Center, Gateway Community Health Center, 2009
    Award of Appreciation for Hard and Never Ending Contributions, City of Rio Bravo, 2008
    Legislative Recognition Award, American Ambulance Association, 2008
    Friend of the Farm Bureau Award, Texas Farm Bureau, 2008
    Certificate of Appreciation for Valuable Contributions, United South High School, 2007
    Certificate of Excellence, National Breast Cancer Coalition, 2007
    Award of Appreciation for Congressional Leadership, Texas Propane and Gas Association, 2007
    Certificate of Recognition for Valuable Contributions, Mirabeau B. Lamar Middle School, 2007
    Fighting Hunger Award, South Texas Food Bank, 2006
    Recognition of Contribution, Texas Agricultural and Mechanical International University, 2006
    Certificate of Appreciation for Dedication to Helping Change Peoples Lives, Community Action Council of South Texas, 2005
    Golden Triangle Award, National Farmers Union, 2011
    Certificate of Appreciation, Career Day Speaker, J.B. Alexander High School, 2010
    Outstanding Dedication, Service and Contribution Award, City of Roma, 2010
    Distinguished Community Health Superhero, National Association of Community Health Centers, 2009
    Appreciation Award for the Expansion of Children's Health Insurance Program, Farias Elementary School, 2009
    In Appreciation for Participating in Hispanic Heritage Month, Department of Homeland Security, 2009
    Recognition Award, Arbor Day Ceremony, J.W. Nixon High School, 2009
    Defender of Small Business Award, National Federation of Independent Business, 2008
    Awarded the Key to the City, City of El Cenizo, 2007
    Award of Recognition for Valuable Contributions, Women's City Club, 2007
    Certificate of Appreciation, Dr. Dennis D. Cantu Health Science Magnet School, 2007
    Thomas Jefferson Award, International Foodservice Distributors Association, 2006
    Certificate of Recognition for Extraordinary Leadership in Support of Hispanic Higher Education Success, Hispanic Association of Colleagues and Universities, 2006
    Recognition Award, South Texas Rural Health Service, 2006
    Certificate of Appreciation, United Independent School District, 2006
General Survey
Issue Title Candidate's Answers
1. Abortion is a woman's unrestricted right
Oppose
2. Stricter punishment reduces crime
Oppose
3. Marijuana is a gateway drug
4. Higher taxes on the wealthy
Oppose
5. Stimulus better than market-led recovery
Strongly Support
6. Vouchers for school choice
Strongly Oppose
7. Make voter registration easier
Strongly Support
8. Prioritize green energy
Support
9. Avoid foreign entanglements
10. Expand the military
No Opinion
11. Support & expand free trade
Support
12. Support American Exceptionalism
13. Absolute right to gun ownership
Strongly Support
14. Expand ObamaCare
Strongly Support
15. Pathway to citizenship for illegal aliens
Strongly Support
16. EPA regulations are too restrictive
Support
17. Keep God in the public sphere
Strongly Support
18. Legally require hiring more women & minorities
Strongly Support
19. Comfortable with same-sex marriage
Support
20. Privatize Social Security
No Opinion
Total: 61
Introduced Date Bill Number Bill Title Last Action
05/18/2017 H.R.1567 United States-Mexico Economic Partnership Act 05/18/2017 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere.  (All Actions)
02/21/2017 H.R.1211 To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 400 N. Main Street, Encinal, Texas, as the "Encinal Veterans Post Office". 02/21/2017 Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.  (All Actions)
02/21/2017 H.R.1210 To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 122 W. Goodwin Street, Pleasanton, Texas, as the "Pleasanton Veterans Post Office". 02/21/2017 Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.  (All Actions)
02/21/2017 H.R.1209 To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 901 N. Francisco Avenue, Mission, Texas, as the "Mission Veterans Post Office Building". 02/21/2017 Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.  (All Actions)
02/21/2017 H.R.1208 To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 9155 Schaefer Road, Converse, Texas, as the "Converse Veterans Post Office Building". 02/21/2017 Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.  (All Actions)
02/21/2017 H.R.1207 To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 306 River Street in Tilden, Texas, as the "Tilden Veterans Post Office". 02/21/2017 Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.  (All Actions)
02/06/2017 H.R.882 North American Development Bank Improvement and General Capital Increase Authorization Act of 2017 02/06/2017 Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.  (All Actions)
12/16/2016 H.R.5591 To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 810 N US Highway 83 in Zapata, Texas, as the "Zapata Veterans Post Office". 12/16/2016 Became Public Law No: 114-298. (TXT | PDF)  (All Actions)
12/16/2016 H.R.875 Cross-Border Trade Enhancement Act of 2016 12/16/2016 Became Public Law No: 114-279. (TXT | PDF)  (All Actions)
07/14/2016 H.Res.833 Recommending the designation of the first Wednesday of December as "Government Customer Service Day". 07/14/2016 Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.  (All Actions)
02/12/2016 H.R.3688 To provide for the authority for the successors and assigns of the Starr-Camargo Bridge Company to maintain and operate a toll bridge across the Rio Grande near Rio Grande City, Texas, and for other purposes. 02/12/2016 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere.  (All Actions)
09/25/2015 H.R.3612 Making emergency appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2016, to address needs of the Federal judiciary serving the border region between the United States and Mexico, and for other purposes. 09/25/2015 Referred to House Budget  (All Actions)
07/20/2015 H.R.891 To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 141 Paloma Drive in Floresville, Texas, as the "Floresville Veterans Post Office Building". 07/20/2015 Became Public Law No: 114-33. (TXT | PDF)  (All Actions)
05/20/2015 H.R.2060 United States-Mexico Economic Partnership Act 05/20/2015 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere.  (All Actions)
04/14/2015 H.R.1744 To designate the Federal building and United States courthouse located at 1300 Victoria Street in Laredo, Texas, as the "George P. Kazen Federal Building and United States Courthouse", and to designate the jury room in that Federal building and United States courthouse as the "Marcel C. Notzon II Jury Room". 04/14/2015 Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management.  (All Actions)
09/02/2014 H.R.5114 HUMANE Act 09/02/2014 Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Border Security.  (All Actions)
08/01/2013 H.R.1660 Government Customer Service Improvement Act of 2013 08/01/2013 Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.  (All Actions)
04/11/2013 H.R.1108 Cross-Border Trade Enhancement Act of 2013 04/11/2013 Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade.  (All Actions)
12/07/2012 H.R.915 Jaime Zapata Border Enforcement Security Task Force Act 12/07/2012 Became Public Law No: 112-205. (TXT | PDF)  (All Actions)
09/12/2012 H.R.538 Government Customer Service Improvement Act 09/12/2012 Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.  (All Actions)
Total: 1285
Date Bill Number Bill Title Result Vote
02/11/2009 H.R.1008 Intelligence Community Audit Act of 2009
02/09/2009 H.R.442 Veterans' Heritage Firearms Act of 2009
02/09/2009 H.R.197 National Right-to-Carry Reciprocity Act of 2009
02/04/2009 H.R.2 Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009 Bill Passed (66-32) Not Voting
02/03/2009 H.R.836 Brewers Excise and Economic Relief Act of 2009
01/30/2009 H.R.208 National Guardsmen and Reservists Parity for Patriots Act
01/29/2009 H.R.757 To redesignate the Federal building and United States Courthouse located at 200 East Wall Street in Midland, Texas, as the "George H. W. Bush and George W. Bush United States Courthouse and George Mahon Federal Building".
01/26/2009 H.R.690 Modernize Our Bookkeeping In the Law for Employee's Cell Phone Act of 2009
01/23/2009 H.R.647 To authorize the International Boundary and Water Commission to reimburse State and local governments of the States of Arizona, California, New Mexico, and Texas for expenses incurred by such a government in designing, constructing, and rehabilitating water projects under the jurisdiction of such Commission.
01/15/2009 H.R.571 To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to promote charitable donations of qualified vehicles.
01/15/2009 H.R.386 CLASS Act of 2009
01/14/2009 H.Res.40 Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to require each standing committee to hold periodic hearings on the topic of waste, fraud, abuse, or mismanagement in Government programs which that committee may authorize, and for other purposes. Passed Yea
01/09/2009 H.R.426 GREETA of 2009
01/09/2009 H.Res.34 Recognizing Israel's right to defend itself against attacks from Gaza, reaffirming the United States' strong support for Israel, and supporting the Israeli-Palestinian peace process. Failed Yea
01/07/2009 H.R.255 NASA 50th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Act
01/07/2009 H.R.235 Social Security Fairness Act of 2009
01/06/2009 H.R.156 Stop the Congressional Pay Raise Act
01/06/2009 H.R.16 To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to make permanent the deduction of State and local general sales taxes.
12/02/2008 H.R.2040 Civil Rights Act of 1964 Commemorative Coin Act
10/15/2008 H.R.6045 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant Act of 2008 Passed Yea
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