Budget

Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz issued the following statement upon passage of H.R. 6363, the House continuing resolution: "Today, I voted to prioritize common sense, national security, and the well-being of South Texans. With the ongoing threats at our southern border and the growing conflict in the Middle East, keeping our government operational is more crucial than ever. In our… Read more »

Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz issued the following statement: "Since my first day in office, I have worked tirelessly to offer South Texans responsible, common-sense leadership in the People’s House. A government shutdown would have been reckless and needlessly hurt Border Patrol and Customs agents, veterans, and working families across South Texas and America. While today's vote… Read more »

Legislation introduced by Rep. Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) on Tuesday would ensure Border Patrol Agents are paid in the event of a government shutdown. Money to pay Border Patrol agents would come from “any money in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated,” the bill states. “Border Patrol agents work hard each and every day to keep our border and nation safe,” De La Cruz said. “The… Read more »

Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) issued the following statement upon passage of H.R. 3746, the Fiscal Responsibility Act: "By racking up more debt than any government in human history, Washington has put our country on a path toward a fiscal calamity. I agree with my colleagues who say this bill does not fully rectify that problem, but it is an important first step. The Fiscal… Read more »

Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) issued the follow statement reacting to the Supreme Court’s ruling in Sackett v. EPA: “The EPA and the Biden Administration have long overstepped their authority and I am pleased to see the Supreme Court agree with the position maintained by so many Americans,” De La Cruz said. “Since taking office in January, I have worked tirelessly to stand up… Read more »

Today, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz cast her vote FOR the Limit, Save, Grow Act of 2023. The bill’s major components include: Ends reckless Washington spending, which has caused record inflation, rising interest rates, supply chain shortages, and instability in the banking system. Saves taxpayer dollars through reclamation of unspent COVID funds, pushing… Read more »