MISSION – Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announced $210,752.37 in federal funds to assist La Joya, Palmview, Penitas, and Mission in their efforts to prevent, prepare for, and respond to the coronavirus. These funds, awarded through the Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding (CESF) Program, will be used for overtime, protective equipment and supplies for our first responders. “We must all work together to protect our law enforcement and first responders who are working on the front lines every day to keep South Texans safe,” said Congressman Cuellar. This funding will help ensure they receive the proper training, equipment, and medical support needed to ...