Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) introduced the Texas Agricultural Producers Assistance Act in the U.S. House of Representatives on Friday. This crucial piece of legislation addresses the significant economic losses suffered by Texas agricultural producers due to Mexico's failure to comply with water delivery obligations under the 1944 Water Treaty between the United States and Mexico. The ... Read More »
Today, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz announced the designation of Jim Wells County and Brooks County as contiguous disaster areas. This designation follows the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) declaration of several Texas counties as primary natural disaster areas due to significant agricultural losses incurred in the 2023 Crop Year. The disaster designation was confirmed by USDA Secretar... Read More »
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) has taken a formidable stance on the ongoing water treaty issues with Mexico, emphasizing the urgent need for Mexico to comply with its obligations under the 1944 Water Treaty. Together with Congressman Jodey Arrington (TX-19), she has formally requested a follow-up meeting with U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai following the ambassador’s testimony to ... Read More »
Today, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz announced a $1 million grant to the San Antonio River Authority for the removal of the dilapidated Otilla Dam. This significant achievement comes following De La Cruz’s letter advocating for the San Antonio River Authority's grant application to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Servicefor funds to remove the dam. Built in the 1920s for irrigation purposes, the Otil... Read More »
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) issued the following statement Saturday on the failure of the End the Border Catastrophe Act: "The failed vote today on the End the Border Catastrophe Act puts politics above the safety and security of Americans. In communities across the Southern Border, we’ve seen the catastrophe the Biden Administration’s failed border policies have created. From cartels ... Read More »
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) announced Thursday, April 18th, the seating of the Service Academy Class of 2028 which includes four students from TX-15. “I am proud to announce four students from South Texas will attend our nation’s military service academies,” De La Cruz said. “In an all-volunteer military, it takes bravery, determination, and a true love of country to sign up for servic... Read More »
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz introduced legislation Tuesday, April 16th, to honor the legacy of Selena Quintanilla, an iconic figure in Tejano music and a beloved symbol of South Texas, with a commemorative coin produced by the U.S. Mint, celebrating Selena’s extraordinary life and career. Selena, affectionately known as the Queen of Tejano music, was a cultural icon and a trailblazer who broke... Read More »
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz spoke with Secretary of State Antony Blinken today about Mexico’s continued failure to abide by its 1944 water treaty with the United States. The meeting follows the passage of H.Res. 683, which expresses support for the diplomatic relations required to encourage the Government of Mexico to fulfill its annual water deliveries to the United States under the treaty be... Read More »
Today, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz announced the successful securing of a $500,000 grant for the Metro McAllen North-South Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Corridor Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Master Plan. The grant, awarded through the Federal Transit Administration's FY23 Pilot Program for Transit-Oriented Development Planning, will be instrumental in fostering sustainable growth and enhancing... Read More »
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz was recently notified that Guadalupe, Karnes, Live Oak, and Wilson Counties in the 15th Congressional District of Texas have been declared primary federal natural disaster areas due to the recent drought. Jim Wells County was designated as a contiguous natural disaster area. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack declared the disaster on Tuesday, March 25th, 2024. A tota... Read More »
After careful consideration and hearing from Border Patrol leadership on the ground in South Texas, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) voted for the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024. The legislation, which averts a government shutdown at midnight Eastern Time tonight, makes the following improvements to border security: Increases funds to focus on actual border security, not a ... Read More »
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) introduced the Disabled Veterans Housing Support Act, a crucial piece of bipartisan legislation aimed at rectifying the inconsistent treatment of disabled veterans seeking housing assistance, which leaves some disabled veterans without access to vital support they may otherwise qualify for. This bill addresses a pressing concern that has been brought to ligh... Read More »
Today, the House of Representatives passed H.Res. 1065, a resolution authored by Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz that denounces the Biden administration's immigration policies. The resolution addresses the pressing issues surrounding border security and immigration enforcement. "The current state of our nation's border security is unsustainable," said Rep. De La Cruz. "The policies put forth by th... Read More »
More than $25 million will come home to the 15th Congressional District soon following passage of the 2024 Consolidated Appropriations Act last week. The House and Senate last week passed the legislation, which was signed into law by the president on March 9th. Projects across TX-15 are funded by this legislation, including $7.4 million in terminal improvements at McAllen International Airport. “A... Read More »
Click here to watch the Spanish Language Republican address Full remarks: Good evening, I am Mónica De La Cruz, and it is an honor to represent Texas's 15th District in the House. I was raised by a single mom and I’m the granddaughter of a Mexican farmworker. Through hard work and thanks to God, I was able to start a small business while raising my children alone. I have lived the American dream. ... Read More »
