U.S. Rep. Monica De La Cruz (R-TX)
Recent News About U.S. Rep. Monica De La Cruz (R-TX)
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House passes appropriations bill with $2.4 million for South Texas
The House passed the Interior Appropriations bill on Wednesday, July 24, including more than $2.4 million in funding for projects across South Texas.
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Senate passes bill targeting illegal synthetic drug financing
The Senate has passed H.R. 1076, the Preventing the Financing of Illegal Synthetic Drugs Act, a bipartisan bill introduced by Rep. Monica De La Cruz (R-Texas) in February 2023. The legislation aims to prevent the financing of illegal synthetic drugs. With its passage in both the House and the Senate, it now awaits the President’s signature to become law.
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House passes De La Cruz's HUD Transparency Act
Today, the House of Representatives passed the HUD Transparency Act (H.R. 7280), authored by Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15). The bipartisan legislation mandates annual testimony from the Inspector General of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) before Congress, marking a significant step toward enhancing oversight and efficiency within the department.
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De La Cruz supports bill requiring proof of U.S. citizenship for federal voting
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) issued a statement after voting for the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, which prohibits states from registering an individual to vote in a federal election unless the individual provides documentary proof of U.S. citizenship.
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De La Cruz requests meeting with Sheinbaum on water deliveries owed under treaty
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) wrote to Mexican President-Elect Claudia Sheinbaum on Monday, July 8th, requesting a meeting to address water deliveries owed to the United States under the 1944 Water Treaty. As of June 29th, the Mexican government owes the United States 896,567 acre-feet of water.
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Texas lawmakers advocate for new long-haul flight slot from DCA to SAT
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) has joined Senators John Cornyn, Ted Cruz, and other Texas Members of Congress in urging the Department of Transportation to allocate a new long-haul flight slot from Washington’s Reagan Airport to San Antonio International Airport.
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House passes FY25 appropriations bill affecting U.S.-Mexico water treaty compliance
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 livelihoods due to Mexico’s lack of water deliveries.
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5 million grant announced for Edinburg road project
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz announced on Monday a more than $5 million Department of Transportation grant for the Chapin Street Corridor Planning Project in Edinburg. This project will fund the preliminary engineering for the redesign of approximately 3.8 miles of Chapin Street from Trooper Moises Sanchez Boulevard (SH 336) to I-69C.
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De La Cruz secures language in bill withholding funds from Mexico over water treaty
Language that withholds funds from Mexico for failing to comply with the 1944 Water Treaty passed a legislative hurdle on Tuesday, June 4.
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Congresswoman De La Cruz criticizes Biden's executive order on immigration
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15), who represents a congressional district along the border with Mexico, issued a statement in response to President Biden's executive order addressing the border crisis.
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Disabled Veterans Housing Support Act passes House committee
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) has announced the successful passage of the Disabled Veterans Housing Support Act through the House Financial Services Committee. This bipartisan legislation is designed to address the inconsistent treatment of disabled veterans seeking housing assistance, aiming to ensure they receive the necessary support without encountering bureaucratic obstacles and red tape.
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De La Cruz introduces act addressing agricultural losses in Texas
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) has introduced the Texas Agricultural Producers Assistance Act in the U.S. House of Representatives. This pivotal legislation aims to address the substantial economic losses endured by Texas agricultural producers as a result of Mexico's non-compliance with water delivery obligations under the 1944 Water Treaty between the United States and Mexico.
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Jim Wells and Brooks Counties Added to Disaster Declaration, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz Announces
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz announced today that Jim Wells County and Brooks County have been designated as contiguous disaster areas. This designation was made following the U.S. Department of Agriculture's declaration of several Texas counties as primary natural disaster areas due to significant agricultural losses in the 2023 Crop Year.The disaster designation for Jim Wells County and Brooks County was confirmed by USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack after a thorough review of loss assessment reports by the Texas State Executive Director of the Farm Service Agency (FSA)....
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Reps. Monica De La Cruz and Jodey Arrington Call for Immediate Action on Mexico’s Water Treaty Delinquencies in Letter to U.S. Trade Representative
MCALLEN, Texas — Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) and Congressman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) have raised concerns over Mexico's failure to comply with its obligations under the 1944 Water Treaty, urging for immediate action to address the ongoing water treaty issues. The congresswoman emphasized the urgent need for Mexico to deliver the agreed-upon 350,000-acre feet of water per year to the United States, which has been significantly delayed, impacting the agricultural viability of South Texas.In a joint effort, De La Cruz and Arrington have formally requested a...
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Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz Secures $1 Million Grant for Removal of Dilapidated Otilla Dam in San Antonio River
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz has successfully secured a $1 million grant for the removal of the dilapidated Otilla Dam in the San Antonio River. The grant, allocated to the San Antonio River Authority, follows De La Cruz's advocacy for the grant application to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.The Otilla Dam, built in the 1920s for irrigation purposes, has long been a barrier in the San Antonio River, disrupting its natural flow and posing safety risks to the surrounding areas, including counties in De La Cruz’s 15th Congressional District. Despite being located...
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Class of 2028 Military Service Academy Classes Seated, Including Four Students from TX-15
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) proudly announced the seating of the Service Academy Class of 2028, which includes four students from her district.“I am proud to announce four students from South Texas will attend our nation’s military service academies,” De La Cruz said. “In an all-volunteer military, it takes bravery, determination, and a true love of country to sign up for service. The young men and women seated from TX-15 have what it takes to succeed academically and in uniform. I am proud to call them constituents and look forward to their service and success...
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Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz Introduces Legislation for Selena Commemorative Coin
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz introduced legislation Tuesday, April 16th, to honor the legacy of Selena Quintanilla. In a speech on the House floor, De La Cruz expressed, "It is with great honor and profound respect that I introduced this legislation on what would have been Selena’s 53rd birthday." The legislation aims to celebrate Selena's musical achievements and enduring influence as a trailblazer for Hispanic artists.Through the legislation, a commemorative coin produced by the U.S. Mint will celebrate Selena's extraordinary life and career. The Queen of Tejano...
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Congresswoman De La Cruz Urges Mexico to Fulfill Water Deliveries in Meeting with Secretary Blinken
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz, alongside Senators and Congressmen from Texas, raised concerns with Secretary of State Antony Blinken regarding Mexico's failure to comply with its water treaty obligations with the United States. De La Cruz emphasized the importance of Mexico fulfilling its annual water deliveries, stating, "For too long, Mexico has failed to abide by its commitment."The recent meeting between De La Cruz and Blinken came after the passing of H.Res. 683, which supports diplomatic efforts to ensure Mexico's adherence to the 1944 water treaty. The...
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Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz Helps Secure $500,000 Grant for McAllen Transit-Oriented Development
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz has successfully secured a $500,000 grant for the Metro McAllen North-South Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Corridor Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Master Plan. The grant, awarded through the Federal Transit Administration's FY23 Pilot Program for Transit-Oriented Development Planning, aims to foster sustainable growth and enhance connectivity within the McAllen community.The grant, awarded to the City of McAllen, will support the planning of TOD initiatives around two key transit stations connected by four local bus routes, including a...
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Guadalupe, Jim Wells, Karnes, Live Oak, and Wilson Counties Receive Federal Disaster Area Designations, De La Cruz Announces
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz received notification that several counties in Texas have been declared federal natural disaster areas due to the recent drought. Guadalupe, Karnes, Live Oak, and Wilson Counties were designated as primary disaster areas, while Jim Wells County was labeled as a contiguous disaster area. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack officially declared the disaster on Tuesday, March 25th, 2024. In total, 91 counties in Texas were encompassed in the disaster declaration.The disaster declaration resulting from the drought opens up opportunities for...