Henry (Henry) Cuellar (D-USH28)
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Capitol: 202.225.1640
FAX: 202.225.1641
District: 956.487.5603
Representative
Room 2308 RHOB- Rayburn House Office Building 50 Independence Avenue, SW
Washington, DC 20515-4328

Residence: Laredo, TX
Elected: 2004    Next Election: 2026
Spouse: Imelda Rios   DOB: 9/19/1955
Committee Assignments
Co-ChairCoalition for Autism Research and Education (CARE)
Co-ChairCongressional Friends of Spain Caucus
Co-ChairHouse Beef Caucus
FC MemberTEX-21 Congressional Caucus
FC MemberRiver of Trade Corridor Caucus
Co-ChairLyme Disease Caucus
ChairmanMexico-United States Interparliamentary Group
Co-ChairHouse Caucus on International Religious Freedom
Co-ChairCongressional Caucus on Colombia
ChairmanCongressional Pro-Trade Caucus
Co-ChairInternational Conservation Caucus (ICC)
FC MemberCongressional Friends of Panama Caucus
FC MemberCenter Aisle Caucus [CAC]
FC MemberCongressional Border Caucus
FC MemberGovernment Efficiency Caucus
FC MemberCongressional Southwestern States Border Caucus
Co-ChairCongressional Ports-to-Plains Caucus
Co-ChairCongressional Spina Bifida Caucus
FC MemberCongressional Texas Maritime Caucus
FC MemberCongressional Refinery Caucus
Co-ChairTexas Caucus on Shale Oil and Gas
Co-ChairCongressional Humane Bond Caucus
FC MemberBipartisan Congressional Task Force to Combat Identity Theft and Fraud
Co-ChairEnergy Export Caucus
Co-ChairCongressional 4-H Caucus
Co-ChairCongressional Caucus for the Advancement of Torah Values
Co-ChairCongressional Family Business Caucus
Co-ChairCongressional Resilient Construction Caucus
Co-ChairDefense Communities Congressional Caucus
FC MemberSemiconductor Caucus
Co-ChairBipartisan Family Building Caucus
Co-ChairInterstate 69 Congressional Caucus (I-69)
FC MemberHome Health Caucus
Co-ChairCongressional Azerbaijan Caucus
FC MemberCongressional Missile Defense Caucus
MemberHouse Subcommittee on Homeland Security
MemberHouse Subcommittee on Defense
FC MemberCongressional Natural Gas Caucus
FC MemberU.S.-Mexico Friendship Caucus
FC MemberCongressional Direct Selling Caucus
FC MemberCongressional Caucus on Peru
FC MemberAmerican Canadian Economy and Security Caucus (ACES)
FC MemberCongressional Financial and Economic Literacy Caucus
FC MemberCongressional Caucus on Unmanned Systems (UAV)
FC MemberJob Corps Caucus
MemberHouse Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies
FC MemberCongressional Automotive Performance and Motorsports Caucus
FC MemberHouse Afterschool Caucus
FC MemberBlue Dog Coalition
FC MemberCongressional Cybersecurity Caucus
FC MemberLatino-Jewish Congressional Caucus
FC MemberCongressional Caucus on U.S.-Turkiye Relations and Turkish Americans
FC MemberCongressional Childhood Cancer Caucus
FC MemberUSO Caucus
FC MemberCongressional Army Caucus
FC MemberCongressional Farmer Cooperative Caucus
FC MemberProblem Solvers Caucus
FC MemberU.S.-Japan Caucus
MemberHouse Committee on Appropriations
FC MemberCongressional Ports Opportunity, Renewal, Trade, and Security [P.O.R.T.S.] Caucus
FC MemberHouse Impact Aid Coalition
FC MemberNational Guard and Reserve Components Caucus
FC MemberExpand Social Security Caucus (House)
FC MemberCongressional Hispanic Caucus
FC MemberCongressional Sportsmen's Caucus
FC MemberCongressional Diabetes Caucus
FC MemberNew Democrat Coalition (NDC)
Counties Representing
Atascosa / Bexar / Hidalgo / La Salle / McMullen / Starr / Webb / Wilson / Zapata

Bio

U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar proudly represents Texas' 28th Congressional District-a vibrant and diverse stretch of South Texas that includes both the bustling city of San Antonio and the hardworking rural communities along the U.S.-Mexico border. From the fields of Laredo to the halls of Congress, Henry Cuellar's life is a true testament to the American Dream.

Born the eldest of eight children to migrant farmworkers in Laredo, Texas, Congressman Cuellar was raised with strong family values, deep faith, and a tireless work ethic. He is the first in his family to attend college, driven by the belief that education is the key that opens the door to opportunity for every child, no matter their background.

Today, Congressman Cuellar serves as one of the most senior members on the powerful House Appropriations Committee, where he plays a critical role in shaping our nation's spending priorities. He proudly serves on the Subcommittee on Homeland Security, the Defense Subcommittee, and the Subcommittee on Military Construction and Veterans Affairs-positions that allow him to strengthen our national security while delivering real results for South Texas. His reputation as one of the most bipartisan members in Congress ensures that-regardless of who's in power-he has a seat at the table, fighting for Texas families.

Education has always been at the heart of Congressman Cuellar's journey. After earning his associate degree Summa Cum Laude from Laredo Community College, he continued his studies at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C., where he worked part-time to help pay his way-and still graduated Cum Laude. He later earned a Master's in International Trade from Texas A&M International University, a Juris Doctor and Ph.D. in Government from the University of Texas at Austin, and completed a Professional Certificate in Budget and Finance from Georgetown. Always pushing forward, Dr. Cuellar is currently pursuing a Professional Certificate in Homeland Security from the Bush School of Government at Texas A&M, and is set to earn a Master of Arts in Defense and Strategic Studies from the U.S. Naval War College in Spring 2025.

With more academic credentials than any other member of Congress, Dr. Cuellar has matched his scholarship with public service. He has practiced law and U.S. customs brokerage, and served as an educator at Texas A&M International University and Laredo College. His service to Texas includes roles as a State Representative, Texas Secretary of State, and now as United States Congressman.

Beyond the titles and degrees, Henry Cuellar is a man of many passions. He cherishes time spent with his wife Imelda and their two daughters, Christina and Catherine. At home in Laredo, you'll often find him with his beloved dogs and cats, or reconnecting with his rural roots-hunting, fishing, and remembering the grit and spirit of six-man football in the Texas Hill Country.

For Congressman Cuellar, public service isn't about headlines-it's about hard work, lifting others up, and keeping the promise of America alive for the next generation.