Happy Cinco de Mayo! 🪇🎉 Celebrating the rich history and vibrant culture of Mexico today. Enjoy the festivities!

Grateful to discuss key issues like energy, immigration, and healthcare with strong leaders at the Odessa and Midland Chamber fly-in. Thanks U.S. Rep. Bob Latta , Rep. Brett Guthrie , Rep. Jeff Duncan , and Rep. August Pfluger for a productive conversation!

Voting for the #BipartisanInfrastructureLaw was a vote for TX-34's future. Proud to deliver $4.5 million to support a new air traffic control tower at Valley International Airport. This is just the first step in building a robust and interconnected South Texas infrastructure.

Happy #SmallBusinessWeek ! 🎉 Let's support the small businesses which fuel our economy with innovation and resilience. They’re the heart of #TX34 . Congratulations to Bill Bunton Auto Supply & Machine and NVS Corporate Services for receiving SBA Awards this year!

Proud of Jayden Crews, Kallyia Saenz, and Perez Elementary Principal Micheal Moreno, for their swift action in saving a swimmer at South Padre Island. Their courage underlines the spirit of South Texas! Brownsville ISD #TX34
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$749K in funding from the Federal Transit Administration will enhance transit services for the Lower RGV Development Council, Kleberg County Human Services, Rural Economic Assistance League, and South Padre Island, ensuring reliable access to public transportation in our region.

Republicanos extremistas decidieron suspender la financiación del Programa de Descuentos para Internet. Ahora, 116,000 personas en #TX34 , incluyendo veteranos, personas mayores, y familias, están en riesgo de perder acceso al internet.

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Congratulations to Texas A&M University-Kingsville! They have received a $135,660 grant from the U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services for neurological disorder research. Proud of our academic community's commitment to advancing medical science! #TX34

Heartbroken to learn of the loss of McAllen’s own Cpl. Miguel A. Maya, who tragically died at Camp Pendleton. #TX34 honors his service and mourns with his family. 

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Congratulations, Adrianna Rodriguez, on your well-deserved $10,000 grant from the Texas Cultural Trust! Your dedication and passion for theatrical arts are truly inspiring. Excited to see you shine in New York! 📷 #TX34 #RGV

Today, we recognize Robert, a Vietnam veteran who served honorably in the U.S. Navy & U.S. Marine Corps. With assistance from my team, he was finally awarded five service medals 50 years after his homecoming.

Robert, thank you for your service!

I was proud to join yesterday’s groundbreaking for a new air traffic control tower at Valley International Airport. Thanks to a $4.5M grant from the #BipartisanInfrastructureLaw , which I supported, we're enhancing air safety in the City of Harlingen. #TX34

Congratulations to Sylvia Reyna from Edinburg High School, our district’s winner of the 2024 Congressional Arts Competition. I'm very excited to see your artwork displayed in the Capitol! I hope all participants continue their passion for the arts! #TX34

It was an honor to break ground for the Floodwater Channel Expansion Project in Hidalgo County. $19.8M in federal funding made this possible, along with the efforts of HCP1 Commissioner,Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 and all our partners! This will reduce flood risk for homes and businesses in South Texas.

Grateful to Gladys Porter Zoo for hosting my office today. They learned about its historic past and vital role in local conservation efforts. This Earth Day, let's reaffirm our commitment to keeping our planet healthy and preserving wildlife! 🌍🐾 #GPZOO #EarthDay #Conservation

The Affordable Connectivity Program will run out of funding at the end of this month, leaving 114,000+ South Texans without access to high-speed internet.  I joined New Democrat Coalition (NDC) colleagues to urge Speaker Mike Johnson for immediate action before it’s too late!

Feliz Dia de Selena! Let's honor the legacy of Selena Quintanilla, Queen of Tejano Music born today in Corpus Christi. Her music continues to inspire generations. Grateful for her cultural impact, and proud to celebrate her lasting contributions to the world. #SelenaDay

April 15 is nearly here!
South Texans can use Direct File! Direct File is a new IRS service that allows eligible taxpayers to prepare and file their tax return online, for free, directly with the IRS – Find out more information 👇  
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Iran has just begun multiple airborne strikes against Israel. The United States will always stand with Israel, and we will support their defense against these Iranian threats.

Pres. Biden just announced a plan to aid 30M+ student debt borrowers, ensuring that an education doesn't mean a life of financial struggle.
Student debt stops many from buying a home, owning a business, or even starting a family. We must end this barrier to the American Dream.