Press Releases

Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) introduced the HealthyBabies Act to expand food options available to recipients of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). The legislation will eliminate the ban on certain infant food combinations, like meat and vegetables. "In my district, one… Read more »

On President Trump's 100th day in office, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) held a press conference with local officials, including Hidalgo County Judge Richard Cortez, and South Texas agriculture leaders, including Dale Murden. De La Cruz praised the Trump Administration's announcement to ensure the Mexican Government makes water deliveries and shared her continued work to… Read more »

Today, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) released the following statement on the Trump Administration's announcement that the Government of Mexico will make immediate deliveries on the water South Texans are owed under the 1944 Water Treaty. "Today's announcement is a win for South Texas communities. Since coming to Congress, I have worked tirelessly to deliver the water… Read more »

Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) met with local officials and visited the Karnes City Food Pantry in Karnes County and the Alice Housing Authority in Jim Wells County.       De La Cruz toured the recently opened Karnes City Food Pantry and discussed their critical work to address food insecurity in Karnes County. De La Cruz and her team played a role… Read more »

Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) sent a letter to President Trump expressing support for Texas Governor Greg Abbott's request for additional federal support for disaster relief. This relief would be critical to addressing the damage caused by the recent severe flooding in several South Texas counties, including Hidalgo County. In the letter, De La Cruz… Read more »

PHOTOS: De La Cruz Tours Rio Grande Valley Food Bank, Hosts Roundtable for South Texas Farmers … Read more »

Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) introduced the Selena Commemorative Coin Act in celebration of "Selena Day" and the life of South Texas icon, Selena Quintanilla-Pérez. "Selena Quintanilla-Pérez is remembered as "The Queen of Tejano" for her passion, talent, and music that changed the industry forever. Selena inspired millions by elevating Tejano music to the mainstream and… Read more »

Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) released the following statement in response to President Trump's work to hold the Mexican government accountable for the over one million acre-feet of water they owe South Texas.   Read De La Cruz's post here or below. "Thank you, President Trump, for holding the Mexican government accountable for the water they owe South Texans. As… Read more »

De La Cruz Statement on Senate Amendment to FY25 Budget Resolution … Read more »

 As the granddaughter of Mexican farmers, the belief that anything is possible through hard work was instilled in me. From supporting myself through school to building a successful small business in South Texas, my abuela’s passion, perseverance, and work ethic have been my inspiration and driving force behind achieving my American dream. … Read more »