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May 18, 2021

WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-15) announced nearly $4 million in emergency funding for Texas Lutheran University under the American Rescue Plan. The funding will help local higher education institutions cope with the severe financial fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic and continue serving their students safely.

Issues:Education
May 17, 2021

WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-15) along with members of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC) met with Vice President Kamala Harris to discuss the influx of migrants at the border and immigration reform. Congressman Gonzalez was the only member in attendance who represents the U.S. – Mexico border.

May 14, 2021

WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-15) is urging hardworking families in the 15th District of Texas to file their taxes before the upcoming June 15 deadline to ensure they receive the accurate amount in new advance monthly Child Tax Credit (CTC) payments they are entitled to as soon as possible.

May 14, 2021

WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Vicente Gonzalez encouraged residents of the 15th District of Texas to utilize the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) emergency broadband program. The FCC program provides a temporary discount on monthly broadband (high-speed internet) bills for qualifying low-income households.

May 14, 2021

WASHINGTON – In honor of Police Week, Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-15) honored law enforcement officers from South Texas who fell in the line of duty in the year 2020 on the House Floor. The Congressman honored police officers and Border Patrol agents who bravely gave their lives to protect their communities.

May 13, 2021

WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-15) announced more than $175 million in emergency funding for colleges, universities, and students in the Rio Grande Valley under the American Rescue Plan. The funding will help local institutions cope with the severe financial fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic and continue serving their students safely.

Issues:Education
May 13, 2021

WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-15) issued a statement in response to the increased tensions between Israel and Palestine:

May 7, 2021
McAllen, Texas – Today, Congressman Gonzalez announced that the Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) will stop accepting registrations and applications for the February 2021 Texas Winter Storm Disaster Assistance Programs in two weeks. The deadline to register with FEMA and apply with the Small Business Administration (SBA) is Thursday, May 20, 2021.