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U.S. Rep. Monica De La Cruz (R-TX)
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Recent News About U.S. Rep. Monica De La Cruz (R-TX)
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Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz: Vote for Spending Bill Supports Border Patrol, Border Security
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) has voted for the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024, citing support for border security measures. The legislation, aimed at averting a government shutdown, includes provisions to enhance border security by increasing funding for various aspects.The bill increases funds to focus on actual border security measures rather than processing more migrants into the country. It also includes provisions to increase ICE detention beds and provide funding for Border Patrol agents and technology improvements. Speaking about her...
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Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Support Disabled Veterans Housing Needs
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) has introduced the Disabled Veterans Housing Support Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at addressing the inconsistent treatment of disabled veterans seeking housing assistance. The bill seeks to rectify the unjust disqualification of veterans receiving disability income through the Department of Veterans Affairs from certain HUD programs. This issue has been highlighted during Financial Services Committee hearings.In a statement, Congresswoman De La Cruz emphasized the importance of the bill, stating, "Our disabled veterans have...
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House Passes Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz’s Resolution Denouncing the Biden Administration’s Immigration Policies
Washington D.C. - March 12, 2024Today, the House of Representatives passed H.Res. 1065, a resolution authored by Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz that denounces the Biden administration's immigration policies. The resolution addresses the pressing issues surrounding border security and immigration enforcement."The current state of our nation's border security is unsustainable," said Rep. De La Cruz. "The policies put forth by the Biden administration have resulted in the worst border security crisis in our nation's history, endangering our communities and straining our...
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Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz of Texas Will Deliver the Spanish Language Republican Address to the Nation
Speaker Mike Johnson announced today Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) will deliver the Spanish language Republican Address to the Nation following the State of the Union address on Thursday, March 7.“As the first Latina and first Republican to represent her district, Congresswoman De La Cruz’s journey to Congress is nothing short of inspirational and encapsulates the very essence of what it means to live the American dream. Sadly, that dream is slipping away after three years of an open border, runaway inflation, and a nation inviting aggression and projecting...
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Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz Introduces Legislation to Ensure Mexican Compliance with 1944 Water Treaty
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz has introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at addressing Mexico's compliance with the 1944 Water Treaty. The bill, introduced with co-lead Rep. Henry Cuellar, seeks to enforce Mexico's adherence to the treaty through diplomatic means. The legislation mandates the Secretary of State to utilize various diplomatic tools to ensure compliance, with Senator Ted Cruz introducing the Senate counterpart to emphasize bipartisan support.Agriculture in the Rio Grande Valley is heavily impacted by Mexico's inconsistent water deliveries owed to the...
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Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz Urges Blinken, Vilsack to Act on Texas-Mexico Water Issue Following Announced Closure Texas’ Only Sugar Mill
South Texas Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz is calling on Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack to address the water shortage affecting Texas farmers and ranchers. In a letter sent on February 23rd, De La Cruz highlighted Mexico's failure to meet water delivery obligations under the 1944 water treaty, stating, "As of now, Mexico has delivered less than 40 percent of what should have already been delivered."De La Cruz emphasized the long-standing struggle of South Texas farmers with Mexico's non-compliance with the treaty, expressing...
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Congresswoman De La Cruz (TX-15) Calls Out Mexico for Sugar Growers Closure
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) expressed her outrage at the closure of Rio Grande Valley Sugar Growers, Inc., attributing it directly to Mexico's failure to abide by the 1944 water treaty with the United States. De La Cruz emphasized the impact of the closure on workers and the economy, stating, "It’s devastating for the 500 full-time and seasonal workers who are out of work and equally devastating for the region’s economy."De La Cruz called on U.S. officials to take action, saying, "U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack...
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Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz Co-Sponsors Bill to Expand Virtual Healthcare to Rural Texans
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) has joined a bipartisan group of representatives in introducing H.R. 7149, the Equal Access to Specialty Care Everywhere Act (EASE), which aims to expand virtual healthcare options to rural Texans. This legislation utilizes funds from the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation to establish a virtual specialty network that would provide various virtual healthcare services, including clinical decision support, eConsults, and telehealth, in underserved and rural areas.The EASE Act addresses the ongoing shortage of specialists by...
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South Texas Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz Votes to Impeach Sec. Mayorkas
South Texas Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) has cast her vote to impeach Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas for what she perceives as his failure to fulfill his duty of securing the border. As a staunch advocate for border security, Congresswoman De La Cruz believes that Mayorkas' actions have not only empowered dangerous drug cartels but also perpetuated the abhorrent trafficking of women and children. In a statement, Congresswoman De La Cruz expressed her concerns, stating, "Secretary Mayorkas’ blatant disregard for the security of our southern...