Rep. Monica De La Cruz

Mother of 2 and small business owner | proudly representing #TX15 | Serving on @FinancialCmte and @HouseAgGOP | Co-Chair of the Congressional Women's Caucus

[Rep. Monica De La Cruz @RepMonicaDLC]

Today, I introduced the Combatting Pasture Mealybug Act! This critical legislation prompts the USDA to study the impact of the pasture mealybug and provide Congress with recommended strategies to contain the invasive pest. I am proud to lead the fight in combatting this pest and protecting Texas agriculture!

[Rep. Monica De La Cruz @RepMonicaDLC]

Yesterday during @HUDgov 's Innovative Housing Showcase on the National Mall, my team was pleased to join for the presentation of our new law - the Disabled Veterans Housing Support Act - to Purple Heart Homes! Thank you to @RepPatHarrigan for being present and to Purple Heart Homes for sharing about the impact this new law will have on our Veteran community seeking housing.

[Rep. Monica De La Cruz @RepMonicaDLC]

Food security is national security, and passing the Farm Bill into law is crucial for the future of South Texas agriculture. I fought to include critical provisions that hold Mexico accountable for water deliveries, support producers facing economic losses, repair border damage on private farmland, and protect our cattle industry from pests! Read more here: https://t.co/4e4aRDjtPp

[Rep. Monica De La Cruz @RepMonicaDLC]

This Congress, I made it my priority to unleash American energy. I am thrilled to share I was selected as an @AEA Energy Champion for the 119th Congress!

I will continue to work to ensure Texans always have access to an abundance of affordable and reliable energy!

[American Energy Alliance @AEA]

Today, the American Energy Alliance is pleased to release the 2026 American Energy Scorecard for members of the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives. This comprehensive tool evaluates legislators’ voting records and cosponsorship decisions on critical energy issues to inform voters and hold Members of Congress accountable to their constituents.

[The LIBRE Initiative @LIBREinitiative]

The LIBRE Initiative supports the bipartisan SBA Spanish Resource Report Act, introduced by Reps. @repgabeevans @RepLouCorrea @RepMonicaDLC @RepCuellar @RepMariaSalazar @RepJimCosta @RepDavidValadao

The bill would require the SBA to publicly report on the Spanish-language resources it already provides, how they’re being used, and where gaps may exist, giving Congress and entrepreneurs a clearer picture of what’s available.

This bill would take out an unnecessary barrier to millions of Latino small business owners across America.

[Rep. Monica De La Cruz @RepMonicaDLC]

The Working Families Tax Cuts puts Texas families first by expanding educational opportunities across our communities.

By creating federal scholarship tax credits, expanding 529 savings plans for K-12 expenses, and establishing Workforce Pell grants for trade programs, we are investing directly in our students and the future of our workforce. I will continue fighting to deliver WINS for Texans!

[Rep. Monica De La Cruz @RepMonicaDLC]

Today @HUD kicks-off the 2026 Innovative Housing Showcase (IHS) on the National Mall!

Throwback to last year’s IHS where I had the opportunity to see firsthand how manufactured housing is evolving and share more on my work to expand housing options for Texas. In the last year, I have delivered major wins to expand housing options, including successfully passing 5 of my bills in the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act into law! 🏠 🇺🇸

[HHS @HHSGov]

Big smiles and bright futures in Alice, Texas! 🇺🇸

@SecKennedy stopped by a local Head Start with @RepMonicaDLC and @ACF_Adams to meet with children, families, and staff and see firsthand how Head Start helps give America’s kids a strong, healthy start in life.

[Rep. Monica De La Cruz @RepMonicaDLC]

Thank you Majority Leader @SteveScalise for the delicious cookie cake! Thrilled to have my 4th bill this Congress - 9th bill overall - pass the house, the Whistleblower Protection Act! I will continue to fight for accountability and to expose waste, fraud, and abuse. Now onto the Senate!

[Rep. Monica De La Cruz @RepMonicaDLC]

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! This month, I am proud to recognize our South Texas Hispanic community whose rich culture that shapes our nation's future! Dios los bendiga!

[Rep. Monica De La Cruz @RepMonicaDLC]

I am proud to introduce legislation to build a full-service VA hospital in South Texas! Our veterans shouldn't have to travel hundreds of miles just to get the comprehensive medical care they need.

Named in honor of Edinburg native and Medal of Honor recipient Sgt. Alfredo "Freddy" Gonzalez, this new facility will ensure our heroes receive high-quality care close to home.
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[Rep. Monica De La Cruz @RepMonicaDLC]

Passed the House! ✅

Yesterday, my bipartisan Whistleblower Protections Act passed the House! Marking a major step in the right direction for transparency and accountability. This legislation ensures those who expose government waste, fraud, and abuse can stand up without fear of retaliation. Next stop: the Senate!

[Financial Services GOP @FinancialCmte]

@RepMonicaDLC H.R. 4646, the Whistleblower Protection Act, by @RepMonicaDLC and @RepNikema, passed the House 424-0.

[Rep. Monica De La Cruz @RepMonicaDLC]

Last week, I was proud to support common-sense legislation that expands rural healthcare and delivers real results for our communities. Through the EASE Act and the Medicare Access to Rural Anesthesiology Act, I am working to expand telehealth and surgical services for Texans!

[Financial Services GOP @FinancialCmte]

WATCH: @RepMonicaDLC speaks in support of the Whistleblower Protection Act:

"Whistleblower protections are one of the most effective tools that we have to combat waste, fraud, and abuse throughout our government. This bipartisan legislation is simple. It clarifies that whistleblower protections apply to every HUD contractor, a vital step that is necessary due to the bureaucratic implementation of congressionally-enacted, enhanced whistleblower protections originally passed in 2013."

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[Financial Services GOP @FinancialCmte]

The House is now considering H.R. 4646, the Whistleblower Protection Act, by @RepMonicaDLC and @RepNikema.

[Financial Services GOP @FinancialCmte]

WATCH: @RepMonicaDLC leads Committee Republicans as the House debates financial services suspensions.

Tune in 📺⬇️
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[Rep. Monica De La Cruz @RepMonicaDLC]

Great to have community leaders join us for Secretary Kennedy’s visit! We had a productive discussion on our work to strengthen early childhood education and supporting our Texas families in Jim Wells County! Together, we delivered a major victory for early childhood education by securing $225 million for Head Start, including $348,110 dedicated to local learning centers throughout South Texas.

[Rep. Monica De La Cruz @RepMonicaDLC]

We continue to deliver wins for Texas! Alongside President Trump, we've secured historic deals to ensure our farmers and ranchers receive the water we're owed from Mexico. And when Mexico fell behind on those obligations, I introduced legislation to hold them accountable. I'll keep fighting to ensure our farmers and ranchers receive the water they are owed!

[Rep. Monica De La Cruz @RepMonicaDLC]

With over one million Hispanic-owned small businesses in Texas, I am proud to join bipartisan legislation that expands access and awareness of Spanish-language tools available at the SBA. Our small businesses are the backbone of our communities, and I will continue working to ensure main streets across Texas continue to thrive!