Henry Cuellar
Democrat Representative, District 28, Texas
3 bills126 cosponsored$2.2M raised655 votes recorded
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Official biography
Congressional sourceEducation
- “a Juris Doctor and Ph.D. in Government from the University of Texas at Austin” source
- “earned a Master’s in International Trade from Texas A&M International University” source
- “earning his associate degree Summa Cum Laude from Laredo Community College” source
- “graduated Cum Laude” source
- “He is the first in his family to attend college” source
- “In Spring 2025, he graduated with a Master of Arts in Defense and Strategic Studies from the U.S. Naval War College” source
- “served as an educator at Texas A&M International University and Laredo College” source
Career
- “He has practiced law and U.S. customs brokerage” source
Public service
- “roles as a State Representative, Texas Secretary of State, and now as United States Congressman” source
Family
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Legislation
HR 10296cosponsor
To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 4650 East Rosedale Street in Fort Worth, Texas, as the "Dionne Phillips Bagsby Post Office Building".
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
HR 10139sponsor
Ratepayer Bill of Rights Act of 2026
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
HRES 1481cosponsor
Honoring the life and legacy of the Honorable Kay Granger, a Representative from the State of Texas.
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
HR 9904cosponsor
To amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit the trafficking in catalytic converters.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
HRES 1451cosponsor
Recognizing Charleston as the appropriate host city for the 2027 annual meeting of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe Parliamentary Assembly.
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
HR 9752cosponsor
To amend title 38, United States Code, to ensure fair reimbursement rates for home and community-based services furnished by the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
HRES 1413sponsor
Recognizing the 271st anniversary of Laredo, Texas.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
HR 9377cosponsor
To establish a grant program for preparing and responding to New World screwworm outbreaks, and for other purposes.
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
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HR 9250cosponsor
To modernize and maintain the National Park Service, the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, the Bureau of Land Management, the Forest Service, and the Bureau of Indian Education in celebration of America's 250th anniversary.
Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote.
HR 9059cosponsor
To direct the Assistant Attorney General to award grants to the National Police Athletic/Activities League to improve academic and social outcomes for youth and reduce both juvenile crime and the risk that youth will become victims of crime by providing productive activities conducted by law enforcement personnel during non-school hours.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
HR 8842cosponsor
To amend title 49, United States Code, to provide eligibility for Federal law enforcement officers for certain expedited security screening, and for other purposes.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security.
HRES 1253cosponsor
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that public servants should be commended for their dedication and continued service to the United States, including their commitment to defending the Constitution and delivering essential services to United States citizens, and in doing so, supporting the United States economy, during Public Service Recognition Week and throughout the year.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
HR 8253cosponsor
BITMAP Authorization Act
Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement.
HR 7973cosponsor
Momnibus Act
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
HRES 1107cosponsor
Memorializing Rev. Jesse Jackson by flying the flag of the United States at halfstaff.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
HCONRES 75cosponsor
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove the United States Armed Forces from hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
HR 7776cosponsor
Highway Formula Fairness Act
Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
HR 7736cosponsor
RELIEF Act
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
HR 7502cosponsor
Recycled Materials Attribution Act of 2026
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.
HR 7230cosponsor
Buying American Cotton Act of 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Voting Record
418 yea226 nay10 missed1 present
Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act
Passed (237-169)
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to require that the Supreme Court of the United States be composed of nine justices
Failed (212-206)
Protecting Domestic Mining Act
Passed (218-201)
AGOA Extension Act
Passed (370-48)
Providing for consideration of the bills (H.R. 1501, H.R. 9436, and H.R. 4795); providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1490); and relating to consideration of motions to suspend the rules
Passed (212-205)
Providing for consideration of the bills (H.R. 1501, H.R. 9436, and H.R. 4795); providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1490); and relating to consideration of motions to suspend the rules
Passed (210-208)
Providing for the condemnation and denouncement of socialism in all its forms, and for other purposes
Passed (220-192)
To amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 to extend the time period for which certain regulations concerning the North Atlantic right whale are effective
Failed (202-212)
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To amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 to extend the time period for which certain regulations concerning the North Atlantic right whale are effective
Passed (219-196)
In the matter of allegations relating to Representative Chuck Edwards
Passed (413-2)
Prison Staff Safety Enhancement Act
Passed (376-8)
Local Access to Courts Act
Passed (378-10)
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran
Passed (214-208)
Removing Barriers to Work for Disabled Americans Act
Passed (232-188)
H R 8800
Agreed to (221-210)
The 2026 race
Full raceFEC Form 2 filers for this seat. Filing is not ballot access, and this list does not establish who remains in the race.
- Ricardo VillarrealDemocratic$68K raised
- Juan EsparzaRepublican$32K raised
- Henry R. CuellarDemocratic· this member—
- Tano TijerinaRepublican—
Source: Federal Election Commission. FEC filing fallback. Synced daily.
Campaign Finance
2026 cycle$2.2M
Small donors $45KLarge individual $1.1MPACs $671K
Spent $1.2MCash $1.1M
2024 cycle$2.5M
Small donors $18KLarge individual $1.2MPACs $1.2M
Spent $2.5MCash $48K
2022 cycle$4.7M
Small donors $77KLarge individual $2.6MPACs $1.8M
Spent $6.2MCash $45K
2020 cycle$2.8M
Small donors $29KLarge individual $1.1MPACs $1.5M
Spent $3.7MCash $1.6M
2018 cycle$1.7M
Small donors $6KLarge individual $510KPACs $1.1M
Spent $1.2MCash $2.5M
2016 cycle$1.7M
Small donors $7KLarge individual $677KPACs $968K
Spent $930KCash $2.1M
2014 cycle$1.5M
Small donors $11KLarge individual $690KPACs $778K
Spent $937KCash $1.3M
Top Contributors
SELECT DEDICATED SOLUTIONS$23K
THE GEO GROUP$19K
ATS COMMUNICATIONS INC$13K
UNI-TRADE FOWARDING$13K
KISTLER INVESTMENT COMPANY$11K
STARR-CAMARGO BRIDGE CO.$11K
SOUTHWEST BUSINESS CORPORATION$10K
THEGROUP$10K
DILWORTH GROUP$8K
TEXAS CRUDE ENERGY, LLC$8K
Committees
House Committee on Appropriations
- Defense
- Homeland Security
- Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies
Activity Timeline
LegislationVotes
HR 10296: To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 4650 East Rosedale Street in Fort Worth, Texas, as the "Dionne Phillips Bagsby Post Office Building".
cosponsor2026-09-03
legislation
Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act
yea2026-09-03
vote
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to require that the Supreme Court of the United States be composed of nine justices
nay2026-09-02
vote
Protecting Domestic Mining Act
yea2026-09-02
vote
AGOA Extension Act
yea2026-09-01
vote
Providing for consideration of the bills (H.R. 1501, H.R. 9436, and H.R. 4795); providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1490); and relating to consideration of motions to suspend the rules
nay2026-09-01
vote
Providing for consideration of the bills (H.R. 1501, H.R. 9436, and H.R. 4795); providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1490); and relating to consideration of motions to suspend the rules
nay2026-09-01
vote
Providing for the condemnation and denouncement of socialism in all its forms, and for other purposes
yea2026-09-01
vote
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To amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 to extend the time period for which certain regulations concerning the North Atlantic right whale are effective
yea2026-09-01
vote
To amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 to extend the time period for which certain regulations concerning the North Atlantic right whale are effective
yea2026-09-01
vote
In the matter of allegations relating to Representative Chuck Edwards
yea2026-09-01
vote
Prison Staff Safety Enhancement Act
yea2026-08-31
vote
Local Access to Courts Act
yea2026-08-31
vote
HR 10139: Ratepayer Bill of Rights Act of 2026
sponsor2026-08-24
legislation
HRES 1481: Honoring the life and legacy of the Honorable Kay Granger, a Representative from the State of Texas.
cosponsor2026-08-13
legislation
HR 9904: To amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit the trafficking in catalytic converters.
cosponsor2026-07-23
legislation
HRES 1451: Recognizing Charleston as the appropriate host city for the 2027 annual meeting of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe Parliamentary Assembly.
cosponsor2026-07-23
legislation
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran
yea2026-07-23
vote
Removing Barriers to Work for Disabled Americans Act
yea2026-07-23
vote
H R 8800
yea2026-07-22
vote
H R 8800
nay2026-07-22
vote
H R 8800
nay2026-07-22
vote
H R 8800
nay2026-07-22
vote
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027
yea2026-07-22
vote
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027
yea2026-07-22
vote
Stop Insider Trading Act
yea2026-07-22
vote
Stop Insider Trading Act
yea2026-07-22
vote
Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2027 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2028 through 2036
nay2026-07-22
vote
Value Over Cost Act
yea2026-07-21
vote
Providing for consideration of the bills (H.R. 8800, H.R. 8884, H.R. 7008, H.R. 6955, and H.R. 9770); and providing for consideration of the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 113)
nay2026-07-21
vote
Service History
House, Dist. 282025-01-03, 2027-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 282023-01-03, 2025-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 282021-01-03, 2023-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 282019-01-03, 2021-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 282017-01-03, 2019-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 282015-01-06, 2017-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 282013-01-03, 2015-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 282011-01-05, 2013-01-03Democrat
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House, Dist. 282009-01-06, 2011-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 282007-01-04, 2009-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 282005-01-04, 2007-01-03Democrat
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