Houston Daily

Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz of Texas's 15th congressional district expressed her satisfaction with a recent commitment from the Government of Mexico to make prompt deliveries of water owed to South Texans under the 1944 Water Treaty. This announcement comes after a period of active engagement and advocacy on her part to secure compliance from Mexico.

In a statement, De La Cruz emphasized the significance of this development: "Today's announcement is a win for South Texas communities. Since coming to Congress, I have worked tirelessly to deliver the water Texans are owed under the 1944 Water Treaty. After two years of being told nothing could be done, we finally have a President and an Administration that has shown strength and delivered. Thank you, President Trump, Secretary Brooke Rollins, and Secretary Marco Rubio for your leadership on this issue. This is a positive step in the right direction, and I look forward to continuing to deliver wins for South Texas agriculture."

Since her congressional tenure began, Rep. De La Cruz has been proactive in pushing for Mexico's adherence to the treaty. Her efforts include a variety of bipartisan and bicameral actions aimed at compelling the Mexican government to fulfill its obligations regarding water delivery. Notable milestones in her campaign include a series of letters sent to key officials both within the United States and in Mexico, introduction of several legislative measures, and the establishment of initiatives focused on addressing water-related issues in South Texas.

De La Cruz has repeatedly reached out to U.S. and Mexican authorities. Her strategies have included leading letters to Secretary of State Anthony Blinken and Mexican officials, introducing resolutions and bills like H.Res. 683 and H.R. 7468, and advocating for policy changes to ensure agricultural producers in Texas receive financial support due to water delivery failures.

In March 2025, a significant improvement in the situation occurred when De La Cruz, alongside U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins and Senator Ted Cruz, announced $280 million of aid funds directed to South Texas farmers, aimed at mitigating losses suffered due to past water shortages.

Rep. De La Cruz's persistent efforts highlight her dedication to ensuring the sustainability and success of South Texas agriculture, underscoring the broader economic impact of water management and treaty compliance.