Today, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) introduced the New World Screwworm Preparedness Act to direct the U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins to conduct a study and report strategies to enhance preparedness and response capabilities against potential outbreaks of the New World Screwworm.
"As the threat of the New World Screwworm rises, it is critical we… Read more »
WASHINGTON - Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) sent a letter to U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Brooke Rollins advocating for the USDA to establish anew sterile fly facility at the Moore Air Base in Hidalgo County, Texas. The facility is critical to protecting Texas livestock and… Read more »
Washington, DC – Co-chairs, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (R-TX) and Congresswoman Emilia Strong Sykes (D-OH), along with Vice-Chairs, Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis (R-NY) and Congresswoman Janelle Bynum (D-OR) announce theBipartisan Women's Caucus priorities for the 119th Congress.
The Caucus outlined the… Read more »
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) released the video statement below in honor of Memorial Day on Monday, May 26.
You can watch the full video here.
"This Memorial Day, we remember the service and sacrifices of the… Read more »
Today, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) released the statement below following the House passage of the Budget Reconciliation.
"From preventing major tax hikes for families and businesses, eliminating tax on tips and overtime, and providing tax relief for seniors, the one,… Read more »
Ahead of Memorial Day, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) introduced the Sergeant Alfredo “Freddy” Gonzalez Congressional Gold Medal Act to posthumously recognize Edinburg-native Sgt. Gonzalez’s service during the Vietnam War.
“Every Memorial Day, we are reminded that our freedoms are not free. Sgt. Freddy Gonzalez is a South Texas hero who sacrificed his life to protect… Read more »
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) sent a letter to U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer urging the USTR to include the 1944 Water Treaty in the framework of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) during the negotiation process. The proposed integration of the Treaty into the USMCA will strengthen enforcement to ensure the Mexican Government complies with its annual… Read more »
WASHINGTON - Today, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) released the statement below following the committee passage of the Agriculture Budget Reconciliation Bill.
"Today, the House Agriculture Committee passed our portion of the one, big beautiful bill that invests in American farmers, strengthens the farm safety net, and delivers for all Americans. The legislation will… Read more »
Today, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) introduced the Bringing the Discount Window into the 21st Century Act to direct the Federal Reserve to review and address the operations of its discount window, a critical tool used to support the liquidity of financial institutions, like… Read more »
Congresswoman De La Cruz (TX-15) announced the winner of the 2025 Congressional Art Competition for Texas's 15th District, Alina Ozuna from Edinburg North High School. Alina's piece, "In America, We Believe," was selected from among 55 entries submitted by talented young high school artists across her district.
As the district winner, Alina's piece will be displayed for one year in the… Read more »
