Press Releases

 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 »

WASHINGTON - Today, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (R-TX) released the statement below following President Trump's announcement on tariffs. "South Texas is home to some of the busiest land ports of entry in our country and I understand the importance of our trade partnership with Mexico. I am proud to have advocated to the White House on behalf of farmers and families for… Read more »

Rep. Monica De La Cruz (R-TX) introduced the bipartisan VA Home Loan Awareness Act to ensure Veterans and their families are aware of their VA benefit eligibility when applying for a home loan. The legislation will incorporate an impactful disclosure on the Uniform Residential Loan Application (URLA) to direct applicants to consult their lender for more information about the VA Home… Read more »

WASHINGTON -Today, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) released the statement below following the U.S. State Department's Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs statement on denying the Government of Mexico's water request. "Thank you, President Trump, for taking decisive action to hold the Government of… Read more »

Today, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) announced alongside U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Brooke Rollins and Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) that $280 million of aid funds will be deployed by the USDA to South Texas farmers. De La Cruz secured the funding in last year's end-of-year continuing resolution. "Farmers and ranchers are the backbone of our South Texas… Read more »

Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) sent a letter to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem congratulating her on her confirmation. In the letter, De La Cruz invited Secretary Noem to visit her border community and hear directly from families, farmers, and Border Patrol Agents in South Texas. In the letter, De La Cruz… Read more »

Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (R-TX) introduced the bipartisan Supporting Patient Education And Knowledge (SPEAK) Act with Reps. Gabe Evans (R-CO), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), and Marc Veasey (D-TX) to require the Department of Health and Human Services to create a task force and issue guidance with best practices for improving telehealth for non-English speakers. Original co-sponsors… Read more »

Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (R-TX) introduced bipartisan legislation to rename a post office in McAllen, Texas, in honor of Agent Raul H. Gonzalez Jr. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) and Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) introduced companion legislation in the Senate. This critical legislation is co-sponsored by Reps. Brian Babin (R-TX), Roger Williams (R-TX), John Carter… Read more »

De La Cruz Statement on Continuing Resolution … Read more »

Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (R-TX) introduced the Pay Our Border Patrol and Customs Agents Act. This critical legislation will ensure U.S. Border Patrol agents and Office of Field Operations Officers continue to be paid during a potential government shutdown in FY2025. This critical legislation is co-sponsored by… Read more »