Press Releases

McAllen, Texas – On Friday, February 18, 2022, Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-15) announced that the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) will receive a grant of over $1.7 million from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for healthcare workforce resiliency.

Washington, DC – On Thursday, February 17, 2022, Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-15) announced that the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) within the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will offer financial assistance to farmers and ranchers along the southern border who are currently impacted by damage to fields and farming infrastructure.

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-15) introduced H.R. 6708, the Student Loan Relief Bill, that would allow the Secretary of Education to forgive up to $25,000 in federal student loans for borrowers.

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-15) voted to improve the United States Postal Service (USPS) with the passage of the Postal Service Reform Act of 2022. This bipartisan legislation would create a new source of revenue, strengthening the USPS by increasing performance transparency and allow them to provide reliable services to South Texans.

Washington – On Friday, February 4, 2022, Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-15) voted to pass H.R. 4521, America Creating Opportunities for Manufacturing, Pre-Eminence in Technology, and Economic Strength Act "COMPETES" Act of 2022, transformative legislation that will strengthen America's supply chain and empower the U.S. to outcompete China on the global economic stage.

Washington, D.C. – For the third year in a row, Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-15) will be collecting letters for the annual "Valentines for Vets" program. This program allows constituents show their thanks and appreciation by writing Valentine's Day cards to local veterans. As in 2021, constituents are also encouraged to participate in the "Valentines for Frontline Workers" to show their gratitude for those in our community who have been on the frontlines during the COVID-19 pandemic.

McAllen, TX – On January 29, 2022, Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-15) announced the nomination of 16 students from the 15^th Congressional District of Texas to attend the U.S. Service Academies. The academies consist of the: U.S. Military Academy in West Point, NY (West Point); U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, CO; U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD; and U.S. Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point, NY.

Washington, D.C. – On Monday, January 24, 2022, Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-15) announced the beginning of the 2021 tax filing period which runs through Monday, April 18^th, 2022. Congressman Gonzalez advises residents of the 15th District of Texas to file early, closely review Internal Revenue Service (IRS) updates, and take advantage of resources like the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program to help with filing an accurate return.