Jobs & Economy

Today, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) released the following statement on the White House’s approval of a conditional permit for constructing the Laredo 4/5 International Bridge. This critical infrastructure project will strengthen trade and economic ties between the United States and Mexico. “After months of advocacy and engagement, I am pleased to see the Biden… Read more »

Legislation that includes language to withhold U.S. funding to Mexico until it meets its legally obligated water payments to the U.S. passed the House on Friday, underscoring the urgent need for action. The legislation passed a day after Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) led a letter to the Secretary of Agriculture urging faster relief payments to sugar growers who lost their… Read more »

The House of Representatives passed H.R. 7024, the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act, with a large bipartisan vote on Tuesday, Jan. 31st. The legislation is a win for working Texas families, and, as Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) mentioned on the House floor earlier this month, “these provisions are tools that empower small businesses to drive innovation, create… Read more »

Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) issued the following statement in response to President Joe Biden’s speech on the economy earlier today in Lanham, Maryland: “The President just doesn't get it,” De La Cruz said. “You can't impose regulations, limit trade, cut energy production, spend recklessly, and tax your way to a strong economy. Americans cannot afford rising… Read more »