Texas' 15th Congressional District
Recent News About Texas' 15th Congressional District
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Karnes, Live Oak, Jim Wells, and Wilson Counties Receive Federal Disaster Area Designations; De La Cruz Announces
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz was recently notified that Karnes and Live Oak Counties in the 15th Congressional District of Texas have been declared primary federal natural disaster areas due to the recent drought. Jim Wells and Wilson Counties were designated as contiguous natural disaster areas. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack made the declaration on Thursday, August 28, 2023. A total of 22 counties in Texas were included in the disaster declaration.
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De La Cruz: Mexico Must Meet Water Commitments to U.S.
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) today urged the Biden Administration to hold Mexico accountable for its obligations under a 1944 water treaty between the United States and Mexico.
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Congresswoman De La Cruz Votes in Favor of Bill to Fund Veterans' Healthcare
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) voted Thursday for H.R. 4366, the Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, which provides essential funding for our military and veterans.
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De La Cruz Amendment to Fight Drug Trafficking Included in NDAA; Legislation Passed the U.S. House on Friday
The House of Representatives on Friday approved a reauthorization of the National Defense Authorization Act, which includes an amendment from Rep. Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) that increases three different counter-narcotics programs under the purview of the Department of Defense (DoD). The amendment provides a total of $15 million of additional funding for these critical programs.
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Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz Appointed to U.S.-Mexico Interparliamentary Group
La congresista Mónica De La Cruz es nombrada integrante del Grupo Interparlamentario México-EE.UU
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Bipartisan “Save Children from Trauma Act” Introduced by Rep. Monica De La Cruz (TX-15)
Rep. Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) introduced the bipartisan “Save Children from Trauma Act” on Wednesday, June 14th.
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Block Grant Assistance Act of 2023, Co-Sponsored by Rep. Monica De La Cruz, Passes in U.S. House
The Block Grant Assistance Act of 2023 passed out of the U.S. House of Representatives by a voice vote on Monday, June 12. H.R. 662, which amends the Disaster Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2023 to improve disaster relief funding for agricultural producers, is co-sponsored by Rep. Monica De La Cruz (TX-15). She issued the following statement upon passage:
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Gas Stove Protection and Freedom Act Helps South Texas, Rep. Monica De La Cruz Says
Rep. Monica De La Cruz issued the following statement Tuesday upon passage of H.R. 1615, the Gas Stove Protection and Freedom Act:
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Rep. Monica De La Cruz Statement on Fiscal Responsibility Act
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) issued the following statement upon passage of H.R. 3746, the Fiscal Responsibility Act:
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WOTUS Supreme Court Ruling A Victory for Everyday Americans, Rep. De La Cruz Says
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) issued the follow statement reacting to the Supreme Court’s ruling in Sackett v. EPA:
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“Banking Regulator Accountability Act” Introduced by Rep. Monica De La Cruz (TX-15)
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) introduced the “Banking Regulator Accountability Act” on Monday, May 22.
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House Passes Rep. Monica De La Cruz’s Bipartisan Bill to Prevent the Financing of Illegal Synthetic Drugs
The House of Representatives Monday passed bipartisan legislation introduced by Reps. Monica De La Cruz (R-Texas), Andy Ogles (R-Tennessee), and Brittany Pettersen (D-Colorado) aims to prevent the financing of illegal synthetic drugs.
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Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) Co-Sponsors Senior Citizens Tax Elimination Act to Provide Financial Relief for Seniors
On May 18, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) proudly announced her co-sponsorship of the Senior Citizens Tax EliminationAct (H.R. 3206), a vital piece of federal legislation aimed at supporting seniors in Texas and across America. By eliminating the unfair double-taxation on Social Security benefits, this bill will provide much-needed financial relief to millions of seniors who rely on fixed incomes.
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Rep. De La Cruz Congratulates Edinburg North High School Student for Winning Congressional Art Competition
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) congratulated Ms. Gabriella Garza for the remarkable achievement of winning the Congressional Art Competition for the 15th Congressional District of Texas.
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Canine Reporting Act Introduced by Rep. Monica De La Cruz, Would Require Reporting for Placement of Service Dogs with Disabled Vets
The Canine Reporting Act was introduced by Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) on Tuesday, May 16, 2023.
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National Police Week Resolution Co-Sponsored by Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15)
H.Res. 363, expressing support for recognizing "National Police Week,” was recently co-sponsored by Congresswomen Monica De La Cruz (TX-15).
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Cost-of-Living Adjustment for Veterans Legislation Co-Sponsored by Rep. Monica De La Cruz (TX-15)
Legislation mandating a cost-of-living adjustment for disabled veterans and certain dependents was recently co-sponsored by Rep. Monica De La Cruz (TX-15).
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Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz Blasts Joe Biden's Border Catastrophe
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz issued the following statement: “Perhaps the worst part of the crisis that is now unfolding at our southern border is that it was entirely preventable. The Biden administration knew for months that Title 42 was ending today.
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House Passes Secure the Border Act, Rep. De La Cruz Calls It “Most Substantial Immigration Bill Ever Proposed
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) voted for the Secure the Border Act on Thursday, May 11.
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Rep. Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) Joins Letter About Concerning Number of Unaccompanied Minors Unaccounted For After Entering the U.S.
In a letter to Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas and Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra, Rep. Monica De La Cruz joined other Members of Congress to express concern about the number of unaccompanied minors entering the United States and the conditions in which they find themselves after contact with federal officials.