MISSION — Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announced $146,058 in federal funding for Hidalgo County’s law enforcement efforts to combat the outbreak of COVID-19. This funding, awarded through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act’s Byrne Justice Assistance Grants (JAG), will help purchase personal protective equipment, medical supplies, and overtime. “Our nation is facing an unprecedented crisis, and now more than ever, our front-line law enforcement officers, corrections officials, and public safety professionals need all the resources and funding to keep our communities safe,” said Congressman Cuellar. “This federal investment will help ensure that these first responders are able to ...