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Congressman Henry Cuellar Announces $1.16 Million for National Guard Armory Improvements in Laredo

Washington, Oct 24 -

Today, Rep. Henry Cuellar announced $1,165,000 in funding to the National Guard Armory in Laredo for structural improvements to the facility. Specifically, the funds will provide for needed renovations to fencing around the facility to grant the armory more outdoor space for training exercises. The funding will also provide for the construction of a canopy and adequate lighting to protect National Guard soldiers and airmen during training in inclement weather and at night. 

“This money will be very helpful,” said Sergeant Luis Solis of the National Guard Armory. “Our current fence doesn’t cover our entire lot, and we are limited to training during specific hours because temperatures reach 115 degrees. We are very thankful to Congressman Cuellar for his help.”

“It is my privilege to help secure these important funds for the brave men and women of the National Guard,” Congressman Cuellar said. “This money will help expand the number of hours our Guardsmen can train at night and during extreme heat, to ensure their safety and provide greater flexibility.”

The funding for improvements to the National Guard Armory was included in the military construction portion of the Consolidated Security, Disaster Assistance, and

Continuing Appropriations Act of 2009. The bill was signed into law on September 30, 2008.