Noticias
Orange County Lawmakers Call For FEMA Vaccine Distribution Site In Anaheim
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Lou Correa (D-CA-46), joined by Congresswoman Young Kim (R-CA-39), sent a letter to the Acting FEMA Administrator, Robert J. Fenton, Jr., requesting immediate assistance in establishing a COVID-19 mass vaccination site in Anaheim. Anaheim is home to 350,000 residents and has experienced more than 40,000 COVID-19 cases since the pandemic began in March of 2020. "We urge you to establish a direct partnership with the City of Anaheim to establish a COVID-19 … Continue Reading
February 25, 2021
Rep. Lou Correa Proudly Votes To Pass The Equality Act & Protect LGBTQ+ Communities
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Lou Correa (D-CA-46) released the following statement after proudly voting to pass H.R. 5 - The Equality Act: "Today the House voted to pass H.R. 5 - The Equality Act for all Americans. Civil rights matter to us all "Fighting for civil rights is never easy, and sometimes it becomes controversial, but it is always the right thing to do. "In California, as a legislator, I took votes to advance and protect all Californian's civil rights. Those votes made … Continue Reading
February 10, 2021
Rep. Lou Correa Urges Gov. Newsom to Include Migrant Food and Farm Workers in Vaccination Plan
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Lou Correa joined his colleagues on the California Congressional Delegation in sending a letter to Governor Gavin Newsom to ensure farmworkers and migrant food workers are included in state vaccination efforts. The letter urges equity of distribution for all full-time and part-time residents and pushes the state to conduct a robust educational campaign to ensure these essential workers feel secure in seeking out and accepting the vaccine. In the letter, … Continue Reading
February 03, 2021
Rep. Lou Votes to Pass Budget Resolution And Takes First Step To Help Struggling Working Families
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Lou Correa joined his colleagues in passing H. Con. Res. 11, FY 2021 Budget Resolution-the first step in passing President Biden's COVID Relief for Americans. Passing this budget ensures that Congress can act quickly and decisively in the weeks to come to deliver the robust relief that American families, workers, and communities need to combat the coronavirus pandemic and strengthen the economy. Rep. Lou Correa said, "My community needs help. For months, … Continue Reading
February 02, 2021
Rep. Lou Correa Applauds President Biden For Taking First Step To Reunite Families
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Lou Correa released the following statement applauding President Biden for taking new executive action to reform the United States' outdated immigration system and return separated children to their families. Rep. Lou Correa said, "For four years, the previous Administration worked tirelessly to terrorize immigrant communities and break up families. Their work was systemic and expansive. I am grateful President Biden continues to honor his commitment to … Continue Reading
January 31, 2021
Lou Correa Urges Pathway to Citizenship for Essential Workers, TPS Holders, and Dreamers To Be Included In COVID-19 Relief Legislation
Washington, D.C. - On Saturday, Congressman Lou Correa joined over 100 Democratic lawmakers in sending a letter led by the Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC) to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi to express their commitment to including a pathway to citizenship for DREAMers, essential workers, and TPS holders, in the COVID-19 budget reconciliation package. Rep. Lou Correa said, "All across the country, immigrants are serving on the frontlines of the pandemic. As Congress looks to pass new … Continue Reading
January 30, 2021
Rep. Correa Announces $1.5 Billion In Federal Funding For Rental & Mortgage Assistance
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Lou Correa (CA-46) announced that California would receive $1.5 billion in federal funding to assist families struggling to pay their rent or mortgages. In December, Congressman Correa joined his colleagues in voting to approve $25 billion in federal funding allocated by Congress to help families struggling to pay their mortgage or rent. To request assistance, Californians may visit this website. Rep. Lou Correa said, "COVID-19 has pushed families to … Continue Reading
January 20, 2021
Correa Applauds President Biden For "Day One" Immigration Reform Package
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Lou Correa (CA-46) applauded President Joe Biden for keeping his commitment to take immediate action to protect DREAMers and modernize our immigration system. On day one, President Biden signed [6] executive orders reversing and repealing many of the Trump Administration's most aggressive anti-immigrant policies and introduced the U.S. Citizenship Act of 2021, which takes bold steps to reform and modernize our immigration system. Rep. Lou Correa said, … Continue Reading
January 19, 2021
Correa Joins House Leaders In Introducing Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act (DTPA)
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Lou Correa (CA-46) joined Congressman Brad Schneider (IL-10), Judiciary Chairman Jerry Nadler (NY-10), Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL), and their colleagues to introduce the Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act (DTPA) of 2021. Last Congress, Congressman Correa joined his House Judiciary Committee colleagues in passing DTPA out of committee by a vote of 24-2. The bill also passed the House by a two-thirds voice vote. In the Senate, Senator Durbin brought the bill … Continue Reading
January 16, 2021
Rep. Lou Correa Test Positive For COVID-19
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Lou Correa (CA-46) announced he tested positive for COVID-19 and released the following statement: Rep. Lou Correa said, "Yesterday, I tested positive for COVID-19. I now join more than 200,000 Orange County residents who have been diagnosed with the virus. I will be responsible and self-quarantine - away from my family - for the recommended time. "In my community, everyone knows someone affected. COVID-19 has hit us hard, and for months, families have … Continue Reading
January 06, 2021
Correa Releases Statement On Assault On United States Capitol
Washington DC - Today, Congressmen Lou Correa (D-CA) released the following statement regarding the assault on the United States Capitol: "President Trump has proven today that he is a Dictator. He has incited American citizens to storm the US Capitol in the middle of fulfilling our job of certifying the 2020 presidential election results."People may get hurt, and some may die because Trump refuses to let go of the presidency. He is an embarrassment to this country."Today Members of the House … Continue Reading
January 04, 2021
Rep. Lou Correa Introduces Legislation To Censure President Trump Over Georgia Election Interference
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Lou Correa (CA-46) joined Rep. Hank Johnson (GA-04) and 90 of his colleagues in introducing a resolution censuring President Trump for abusing the power of his office by threatening Georgia's Republican Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger with vague criminal prosecution, if he failed to overturn the finalized and verified results of Georgia's November 2020 presidential election and pursue the president's false claims. Georgia has conducted two recounts … Continue Reading
January 03, 2021
Rep. Lou Correa Launches Third Term As U.S. Congressman For California’s 46th District
Washington, D.C. - Today, the U.S. House of Representatives convened for the beginning of the 117th Congress. Congressman Lou Correa (CA-46) took his oath of office and was officially launched his third term as the Representative for California's 46th Congressional District. Looking forward, Congressman Correa recommitted to protecting the America Dream. Rep. Lou Correa said, "Today I begin my third term as your representative in Washington. These last four years have been trying for us all, … Continue Reading
December 28, 2020
Rep. Lou Correa Joins House In Passing New Stimulus Legislation With $2,000 Individual Payments
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Lou Correa (CA-46) joined his House colleagues in passing the CASH Act, a tailored bill that increases individual stimulus payments to $2000 and increases eligible non-child dependents to include elderly relatives and children away at college. Rep. Lou Correa said, "Americans need support. Millions are out of work and millions more at risk of losing their homes and life savings. With vaccines rolling out and the end in sight, Congress has a duty to end … Continue Reading
December 28, 2020
Rep. Lou Correa Joins House To Overturn Veto & Pass Bipartisan National Defense Authorization Act
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Lou Correa joined his colleagues in rejecting President Trump's attempt to block the bipartisan and bicameral National Defense Authorization Act, which includes a 3% pay raise for our troops, additional hazard pay for servicemembers in harm's way, benefits for veterans exposed to Agent Orange, and Congressman Correa's amendment to research how ROTC effects minority recruits' career advancement in our Armed Forces. Rep. Lou Correa said, "President Trump's … Continue Reading
December 23, 2020
Rep. Lou Correa Urges President-Elect Biden To End Family Separation
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Lou Correa joined 87 of his colleagues in sending a letter to President-elect Joe Biden urging him to assist the children harmed by the Trump Administration's inhumane family separation policy. In the letter, Congressman Correa urged the President-elect to exercise existing legal authorities to give safe refuge to the children, including the almost 630 children that remain separated from their families and help them reunite with their parents. While long … Continue Reading
December 22, 2020
Correa Congratulates Alex Padilla For Being Appointed California’s Next United States Senator
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Lou Correa (CA-46) released the following statement applauding Gov. Gavin Newsom's appointment of California Secretary of State Alex Padilla to the United States Senate: "I am proud of my many years of service alongside Alex. He has long been a friend to Orange County, and in the 1990s, we walked door to door together to help Democrats break the red curtain in the County. Alex and I served together in the California State Senate and fought to make our … Continue Reading
December 21, 2020
Correa Applauds Creation Of Latino Smithsonian Museum
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Lou Correa (CA-46) released the following statement applauding the inclusion of a Smithsonian Institute Latino Heritage museum in the spending bill: "From the founding of our nation to today, Latinos have been fundamental to our nation's history and spirit. This museum will give Americans of all backgrounds the opportunity to learn about our nation and the contribution of Latino Americans. After years of work, I am thankful for my colleagues, coming … Continue Reading
December 21, 2020
Rep. Lou Correa Votes To Pass Bipartisan COVID-19 Relief Package
Washington, D.C. - Today, after weeks of gridlock, Congress passed a new Coronavirus Relief Package to assist struggling Americans. This legislation provides Americans with additional assistance during the COVID-19 pandemic, including expanded unemployment benefits and $600 individual stimulus payments. Congressman Lou Correa condemned partisan gridlock and urged his colleagues to continue working to aid struggling families. Rep. Lou Correa said, "For months, Americans have been demanding … Continue Reading
December 18, 2020
Correa Votes To Pass Continuing Resolution and Keep Government Open
Washington D.C. - Today, Congressman Lou Correa released the following statement regarding the passage of a continuing resolution to avert shutting down the government: "I am disappointed that, yet again, Washington gridlock is preventing us from doing our jobs and passing a budget. The COVID-19 pandemic has made shutting down the government a matter of life and death. As we continue to work towards a final agreement, we must ensure we keep our promises to the American people and help our … Continue Reading