Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) released the statement below following her election to Co-Chair of the Bipartisan Congressional Women’s Caucus. She will serve alongside Congresswoman Emilia Sykes (OH-13) to carry out the Caucus’s longstanding mission of advancing bipartisan policies that improve the lives of women and families across the country. Reps. De La Cruz and Sykes take over from R... Read More »
Congresswoman De La Cruz (TX-15) championed veterans’ priorities by passing her bipartisan legislation, H.R. 224, the Disabled Veterans Housing Support Act. This legislation will ensure VA service-connected disability income is always excluded from income calculations when determining eligibility for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program assistance. Watch her floor remarks here. Additio... Read More »
Congresswoman De La Cruz (TX-15) attended the National Prayer Breakfast with her guest from McAllen, Dr. Milton Louis Gonzalez. Following the event, De La Cruz recognized Dr. Gonzalez on the House floor. Watch her full speech here. “I rise today to honor my guest for this year’s National Prayer Breakfast, Dr. Milton Gonzalez from McAllen, Texas. “For over 25 years, Dr. Milton Louis Gonzalez has ta... Read More »
Yesterday, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) introduced a resolution to condemn the Government of Mexico for its consistent failure to fulfill water deliveries and comply with the 1944 Water Treaty. The resolution was introduced alongside Reps. Troy Nehls (TX-22), Jake Ellzey (TX-06), Randy Weber (TX-14), Ronny Jackson (TX-13), Dan Crenshaw (TX-02), and Chip Roy (TX-21). "Mexico's repeated f... Read More »
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) announced the establishment of the GOP Latino Staff Association. The Association, of which De La Cruz is the Congressional sponsor, is dedicated to building the Republican Latino Congressional staff community. "I’m thrilled to announce the launch of the GOP Latino Staff Association, an exciting new group supporting Republican Latino staffers on Capitol Hill.... Read More »
De La Cruz Appointed as Vice Chair of Agriculture Committee's Subcommittee on Nutrition and Foreign Agriculture Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) released the statement below following her appointment to Vice Chair of the House Agriculture Committee's Subcommittee on Nutrition and Foreign Agriculture. "I am excited to serve as Vice Chair of the Subcommittee on Nutrition and Foreign Agricultu... Read More »
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) proudly attended the inauguration of Donald J. Trump as the 47th President of the United States and J.D. Vance as Vice President. “It is an honor to witness this historic moment,” said De La Cruz. “Just as President Ronald Reagan took the Oath of Office in the Capitol Rotunda on a frigid day in 1985, President Trump and Vice President Vance did the same toda... Read More »
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) re-introduced three agriculture-focused pieces of legislation Tuesday that benefit farmers across the Rio Grande Valley. · Texas Agricultural Producers Assistance Act: Addresses the significant economic losses suffered by Texas ag producers because of the Mexican government’s failure to comply with the 1944 water treaty between the U.S. and Mexico. · Souther... Read More »
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) has been reappointed Vice Chair of the Housing and Insurance Subcommittee by Financial Services Chairman French Hill (AR-02). This continues De La Cruz’s subcommittee leadership position from her first term into the new Congress. She is proud to continue to leverage her nearly two decades of insurance industry experience to help craft public policy solutions... Read More »
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) introduced the Honor Inauguration Day Act on Monday, legislation that mandates American flags fly at their highest peak each Inauguration Day, which is a day that celebrates the exercising of the will of the people. “President Biden has decided, for the first time in American history, to fly the flag at half-staff during a successors Inauguration. Meaning, w... Read More »
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) re-introduced the HUD Transparency Act this week. This bill mandates the Inspector General (IG) at the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) testify annually before Congress. The legislation specifies the IG must testify about: efforts to detect and prevent fraud, waste, and abuse; the ability to conduct and supervise audits, investigations, and ... Read More »
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz re-introduced the Disabled Veterans Housing Support Act on Tuesday, January 7th. The legislation mandates that service-connected disability pay is excluded from eligibility requirements for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) assistance, ensuring fairness when seeking housing assistance. The legislation also mandates a comprehensive report to Congress on how su... Read More »
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) proudly announced that she is co-leading the introduction of the Agent Raul Gonzalez Officer Safety Act, a vital step toward enhancing the safety of law enforcement officials serving near the U.S.-Mexico border. This legislation is named in honor of Border Patrol Agent Raul Gonzalez, who tragically lost his life while pursuing illegal immigrants near McAllen... Read More »
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) is proud to announce the nominations for military service academies from Texas’s 15th Congressional District for the 2nd session of the 118th Congress. These outstanding young men and women have demonstrated exceptional academic achievements, leadership qualities, and a strong commitment to serving our nation. “This year’s nominees exemplify the best of Sout... Read More »
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz celebrates the passage of the Social Security Fairness Act (H.R. 82) through the Senate. The legislation, which Congresswoman De La Cruz co-sponsored and championed as one of her first acts after taking office, is now headed to President Biden to be signed into law after passing the Senate this month. It passed the House on November 12th. The Social Security Fairnes... Read More »
