WASHINGTON – Congresswoman De La Cruz (TX-15) released the following statement after her bipartisan legislation, the Disabled Veterans Housing Support Act, passed the Senate. The legislation will ensure VA service-connected disability income is excluded from income calculations when determining eligibility for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program assistance. Senators Mike Crapo (R-ID) ... Read More »
WASHINGTON – This week, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) held a roundtable discussion with members of the South Texas Builders Alliance's board. The meeting covered De La Cruz's immigration and housing policy priorities. "My top priority is to hear from South Texans and deliver solutions to ensure our communities remain prosperous. I will continue to focus on what matters: delivering common... Read More »
WASHINGTON - Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) released the statement below following her vote to pass the Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act. "The passage of this legislation delivered wins for South Texas, securing $1.75 million to improve water infrastructure while fueling American energy and protecting public safety. ... Read More »
WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) introduced the Texas Dreamer Work Authorization Act to ensure uniform access to employment authorization documents (EADs) for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients nationwide. "The Texas Dreamer Work Authorization Act provides uniformity and certainty that DACA recipients need to pursue their careers and contribute to o... Read More »
WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) introduced the Fair Wages for Farmers Act (FWFA) to streamline and reform the H-2A program by codifying two recent Department of Labor and Department of Homeland Security rulemakings. The Fair Wages for Farm Workers is supported by the Texas Farm Bureau, and Congresswoman Maria Salazar (FL-27) is an original co-sponsor. "Not only does the Fair W... Read More »
WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) released the statement below following her vote in support of the Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act. "Today's vote is a step in the right direction to bring down premium costs, expand choice, and require price transparency for prescription drugs. Alongside members on both sides of the aisle, I will continue our fight to ens... Read More »
WASHINGTON – This week, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) supported the House Financial Services Committee's passage of legislation to increase the supply of affordable housing nationwide, allowing more Americans to achieve their dream of owning a home. Additionally, two pieces of legislation led by De La Cruz, the Community Bank Representation Act and the Whistleblower Protection Act of 202... Read More »
WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) released the statement below following the agreement reached between the U.S. and Mexico to ensure the Mexican government complies with obligated water deliveries under the 1944 Water Treaty. "Alongside Secretary Rollins and the entire Trump Administration, we have secured a second agreement of water deliveries from the Mexican government. In on... Read More »
WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) introduced the Community Bank Representation Act to expand responsibilities for the Federal Reserve Board's community bank representative. "Community banks are the lifeline of our main streets, providing access to capital and partnerships that help small businesses thrive. My Community Bank Representation Act will ensure that banks of all sizes ... Read More »
WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) and Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) introduced the Ensuring Predictable and Reliable Water Deliveries Act to impose restrictions on the Mexican government if they fail to meet obligated water deliveries under the 1944 Water Treaty. Senators Ted Cruz (R-TX) and John Cornyn (R-TX) introduce companion legislation in the Senate. "For too long, the... Read More »
WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz's (TX-15) HUD Transparency Act passed the House floor with bipartisan support. The legislation mandates the Inspector General (IG) at the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to testify annually before Congress on efforts to detect and prevent waste, fraud, and abuse. De La Cruz spoke on the floor to urge her colleagues to support th... Read More »
WASHINGTON - Today, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) and Congressman Ritchie Torres (NY-15) introduced the bipartisan Housing Affordability Act to amend the National Housing Act and update existing multifamily loan limits to accurately adjust for modern expenses, including construction costs for new buildings. "Access to affordable housing is one of the most prevalent obstacles for South Te... Read More »
Today, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) released the statement below following her vote to require the Department of Justice (DOJ) to release the remaining Jeffrey Epstein files. “I am heart-stricken for every young woman who endured horrific abuse at the hands of Epstein and his accomplices. Today, I stood alongside the survivors by voting to reveal the truth and release the Epstein files... Read More »
WASHINGTON - Today, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) released the statement below following her vote to pass the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act to reopen the government after the 43-day shutdown. "After 43 days of the shutdown, I voted to reopen the government, restore SNAP for millions of families, pay our federal workers, and invest over $6 million in our Texas communities. ... Read More »
WASHINGTON - In honor of Veterans Day, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) introduced the Sgt. Alfredo ‘Freddy’ Gonzalez Memorial Veterans’ Hospital Act. This legislation authorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA) to construct a Veterans hospital in the Rio Grande Valley named in honor of Texas Veteran and hero, Sgt. Alfredo 'Freddy’ Gonzalez. Additionally, De La Cruz sent a letter to V... Read More »
