Rep. Vicente Gonzalez

When a third-party hotel booking site misleads customers on prices or fails to transfer confirmation details to a property, it's families who pay the price. That's why I'm pushing to hold the CEOs of these popular sites accountable for failing to protect consumers. If you've had an issue with Expedia, Tripadvisor, Priceline, Booking .com, or any other third-party platform, share your story with me in the comments. texaspolitics.com/2026/05/19/vic…

While we are no stranger to the South Texas heat, it is important to stay prepared for dangerously high temperatures this summer. Heat-related illnesses are more common than you think. Know the symptoms and stay hydrated!

As South Texas families prepare for summer vacation, I'm working to hold popular booking sites accountable for cancelled reservations, advertising misleading rooms, hidden fees, and poor customer service. Share your experiences through my survey, so I can take your concerns directly to the CEOs of these companies gonzalez.house.gov/contact/have-y…

#TeamGonzalez joined the Cameron County Sheriff's Department to honor fallen officers throughout South Texas. One thing is for certain - their legacy will never be forgotten. Thank you to every law enforcement officer, past and present, who bravely put their lives on the line to keep our communities safe.

El equipo del Congresista Gonzalez organizará Horarios de Vecindad martes, 19 de mayo, de 1 p.m. a 5 p.m. (hora central) en la Bailey H. Dunlap Memorial Library ¡Si tiene algún problema con una agencia federal, estamos aquí para ayudarle! Para informacion sobre el evento, llamenos a (956-682-5545)

Do you need help with a federal agency? My office is ready to assist. Team Gonzalez will be hosting Neighborhood Office Hours on May 19th, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. CT at the Bailey H. Dunlap Memorial Library (400 S Main St. La Feria, TX 78559). For more info, call us at (956) 682-5545.

VFW Posts are vital, safe spaces for South Texas veterans. To ensure this support continues, I proudly secured $850,000 in community project funding to break ground on a brand new facility! More from Valley Central ⬇️

The Administration's massive $187 billion cut to SNAP doesn't just hurt our most vulnerable families, veterans, and seniors, it also strains services like the Coastal Bend Food Bank as they try to meet increased demand across South Texas. #TeamGonzalez recently visited the facility, which services 11 counties and provides over 10 million meals a year. I'll continue fighting in Washington to support these critical lifelines and ensure every South Texan can afford to put food on the table.

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, #TeamGonzalez presented Su Clinica with a congressional recognition for their work and dedication in improving the health and quality of life in the Rio Grande Valley. Folks - know that you are never alone and help is available 24/7 through the national @988lifeline. Together, we can end the stigma.

Juan Chavez Velasco is free! After 3 months of wrongful detainment, Juan, a DACA recipient and active member of our Weslaco community, is finally home with his wife, Stephanie, and their children. I met with Stephanie in my Washington,D.C. office this past week to discuss the latest on Juan’s situation and express my support for their family. Public pressure works, and we must continue shedding light on this Administration’s abuse of power, which has led to the targeting of individuals legally authorized to live and work in the U.S.

We have a responsibility to protect the brave men and women who swear an oath to defend this country. Every service member and military family deserves transparency and accountability. I am urging the Acting Secretary of the Navy to bring the Resendiz family the closure they rightfully deserve and help ensure that no other family is forced to endure the same pain.

Did you know my office can help with U.S. passport renewals? #TeamGonzalez recently met with the Houston Passport Agency in preparation of supporting you and your family this upcoming summer! If you are having troubles with a passport or need help navigating a federal agency, reach out to my office at 956-682-5545.

Cheap foreign seafood imports, severe labor shortages, and sky rocketing fuel prices are wrecking the Texas Gulf Coast shrimper and fishing industry. I'm urging the Administration to release more H2-B and H2-A visas, so employers can hire the work force they need to sustain operations ahead of the July commercial season.

Texas ranks 2nd in the nation for fraud complaints, with most folks over the age of 60 being prime targets. On National Senior Fraud Awareness Day, let's continue to hold scammers accountable. If you or someone you know has been a victim of fraud, reach out to the National Elder Fraud Hotline at 1-833-372-8311. For additional help, call my office at 956-682-5545.

South Texans spend a their entire career saving for retirement, which is why folks over the age of 60 are prime targets for scammers. Your hard-earned money deserves real protections. That’s why I’m working in Congress to hold scammers accountable and ensure your savings are protected. If you or someone you know has been a victim of fraud, reach out to the National Elder Fraud Hotline at 1-833-372-8311. For additional help, call my office at 956-682-5545.

Thank you @RepGonzalez for standing up for hotel guests. It’s time to put an end to online booking scams.

Online Travel Agent platforms like Expedia, Booking.com, Airbnb, Priceline, and Tripadvisor have a pattern of deceiving and scamming so many Americans out of their hard-earned money. I'm demanding the CEOs of these popular booking platforms do a better job at protecting travelers. If not, I'm prepared to introduce legislation and pursue other means to hold them accountable.

#TeamGonzalez joined the City of San Benito to honor the life and legacy of Lieutenant Milton Resendez with the unveiling of a new memorial highway. For nearly 30 years, Lt. Resendez served and bravely protected our neighbors in San Benito and Cameron County. His sacrifice leaves behind an indelible mark on our community. Thank you to all our local law enforcement officers--and their families--who answer the call daily to keep us safe.

South Texas shrimp boats depend on experienced H-2B crews to stay on the water and support coastal communities. SSA thanks @RepGonzalez (D-TX) for raising the alarm and fighting to protect the Gulf shrimping industry. Read more: shrimpalliance.com/congressman-vi… #Shrimp #KnowYourShrimp