Noticias
Lou Correa Urges Immediate Action Following Disney's Plan To Layoff 28,000 Workers
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Lou Correa urged Speaker Nancy Pelosi to pass new legislation to help work-class families affected by the pandemic. The letter came in response to the announcement that the Walt Disney Company would layoff 28,000 American workers. Congressman Correa represents Anaheim, California, home to Disneyland, the largest employer within the district. Rep. Lou Correa said, "The news that Disney plans to layoff 28,000 workers across the country is devastating for … Continue Reading
September 29, 2020
Correa Joins House Judiciary Committee In Reforming Bankruptcy Laws, Protecting Veterans
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Lou Correa joined his colleagues on the House Judiciary Committee to consider important legislation. This bipartisan and productive legislative markup passed four bills that address issues faced by countless Americans, including expanding bankruptcy protections and enhancing legal protections for veterans. Rep. Lou Correa said, "The American people need a Congress that puts their needs first. This week my colleagues and I continued to do just that by … Continue Reading
September 26, 2020
Correa Votes To 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: "While I am disappointed that, yet again, the House has failed to finish its work and pass a budget, I am pleased to have voted to keep the government open during these trying times. Shutting down the government over a budget dispute is always a bad idea; however, the COVID-19 pandemic makes keeping the government open a matter … Continue Reading
September 26, 2020
Weekly Wrap Up
This week, the House passed legislation to prevent a government shutdown, invest in clean energy, and protect Uyghurs and other Muslim ethnic minorities in China's Xinjiang Autonomous Region against forced labor. Since 2017, Turkic Muslims in Xinjiang, most notably the Uyghurs, have been subjected to ruthless persecution by the Chinese government, including mass internment and imprisonment. In response, House Democrats passed the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act, to combat human rights … Continue Reading
September 26, 2020
Rep. Lou Correa Speaks After Touring ICE Detention Facility At Center of Detainee Abuse Investigation
Washington, D.C. - On Saturday, September 26, 2020, Congressmen Lou Correa (D-CA), and Members of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC) and House Judiciary Committee visited Immigration and Customs Enforcement's (ICE) Irwin County Detention Center in Ocilla, Georgia, where multiple immigrant women have alleged hysterectomies and other medical procedures were performed without their consent. The Congressional Delegation assessed conditions related to the spread of COVID-19, with more than … Continue Reading
September 25, 2020
Rep. Lou Correa Joins Congressional Delegation to Investigate Reports of Abuse at the ICE Irwin County Detention Center
Washington, D.C. - On Saturday, September 26, 2020, Congressmen Lou Correa (D-CA) will join his fellow Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC) and House Judiciary Committee colleagues to investigate Immigration and Customs Enforcement's (ICE) Irwin County Detention Center in Ocilla, Georgia, where multiple immigrant women have alleged hysterectomies and other medical procedures were performed without their consent. The Congressional Delegation will also assess conditions related to the spread of … Continue Reading
September 23, 2020
Lou Correa Urges Pathway To Citizenship For Front Line Essential Immigrant Workforce
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Lou Correa joined his colleagues on the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Immigration for an important hearing on how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected America's essential immigrant workforce. Rep. Lou Correa said, "Immigrants are the backbone of our country. The Covid-19 pandemic has shown us just how essential immigrants are to our economy and our well-being. All across the nation, critical jobs that make our lives possible are being done by … Continue Reading
September 23, 2020
Correa Takes Stand Against Chinese Oppression Of Uyghur People By Voting To Pass Sanctions On Chinese Labor Camps
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Lou Correa joined his colleagues in passing the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act. This bipartisan legislation establishes strict standards and sanctions to push China to end its oppression of the Uyghur people. Rep. Lou Correa said, "America has always stood with the voiceless. Today, the House of Representatives joined our colleagues in the Senate to stand against the Uyghur people's brutal treatment by the Communist Party of China. "We must stand … Continue Reading
September 18, 2020
Congressman Correa To Question Secretary-Nominee Wolf’s Willingness To Support The Peaceful Transition Of Power
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Lou Correa will ask Secretary-Nominee Chad Wolf to commit to the peaceful transition of power. Mr. Wolf is on Capitol Hill for the House Homeland Security Committee's annual Worldwide Threats hearing. Rep. Lou Correa said, "Secretary-Nominee Wolf needs to make the same commitment that Chairman of the Joint Chiefs General Mark Milley made to Congress a few weeks ago. Mr. Wolf's willingness to unleash armed officers on peaceful protesters, create dossiers … Continue Reading
September 15, 2020
Correa Applauds Bipartisan Work By House Judiciary Committee On Behalf Of All Americans
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Lou Correa joined his colleagues on the House Judiciary Committee to consider important legislation. This bipartisan and productive legislative markup passed eight bills that address issues faced by countless Americans. Rep. Lou Correa said, "The American people sent us to Washington to get things done to help ordinary folks live better lives. I'm proud of the work my colleagues and I accomplished today. Together the Committee came to many bipartisan … Continue Reading
September 15, 2020
Lou Correa Honors Senior Airman Jason Khai Phan
Washington D.C. - Congressman Lou Correa released the following regarding the untimely passage of Anaheim-native Senior Airman Jason Khai Phan, who was killed in a non-combat related incident while stationed in Kuwait. "I am saddened by the news of Senior Airman Jason Phan's passing. Jason bravely volunteered to go into harm's way and defend his nation. This young man's courage and commitment to his country are an inspiration to us all. On behalf of myself and our community, I offer my … Continue Reading
September 11, 2020
Correa Urges Senator Johnson To Get Secretary-Nominee Wolf to Commit on Record That He will Uphold the Constitution
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Lou Correa urged Senator Ron Johnson to ask Secretary-Nominee Chad Wolf during his upcoming confirmation hearing to uphold the Constitution and respect the peaceful transition of power this November. Rep. Lou Correa said, "My colleagues and I are greatly concerned about a smooth transfer of power if President Trump loses the election in November. The Administration is trying to ensure that he wins at all costs, by, for example, slowing down the U.S. … Continue Reading
September 07, 2020
Correa Demands Explanation After Department Of Homeland Security Withholds Evidence of Foreign Election Interference
Washington, D.C. — Today, Congressman Lou Correa sent a letter to Chad Wolf, urgently requesting that the Department of Homeland Security explain why evidence of foreign interference in the 2020 Election was withheld from lawmakers. The letter also urged the Department to immediately produce an internal memo detailing a misinformation campaign against Vice President Biden. In the letter, Congressman Correa said, “I am concerned that the Department of Homeland Security is … Continue Reading
August 27, 2020
COVID-19 Claims Another Victim on Main Street in Anaheim, California
Santa Ana, CA - After 16 years, American Sports Centers in Anaheim is closing. The facility housed local volleyball and basketball tournaments and served as the official training facility for the men's and women's USA Olympic Volleyball teams. Rep. Lou Correa said, "Hard-working taxpayers continue to face the brunt of this pandemic. Countless lives have been ruined by this pandemic. Each week we learn about more and more of our neighbors facing difficult choices and economic hardships. Main … Continue Reading
August 24, 2020
Correa, Cárdenas Condemn DHS For Sabotaging Legal Immigration Process With Excessive Fee Increase
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Lou Correa (CA-46), joined byCongressman Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) and eleven of their colleagues, sent a letter to the Department of Homeland Security Acting Secretary Chad Wolf, expressing their opposition to a new USCIS rule published on August 3, 2020, that drastically increases fees for legal immigrants. Over the past four years, USCIS has increased fees by forty-one percent. Rep. Lou Correa said, "For the first time in U.S. history, the Department … Continue Reading
August 14, 2020
Correa Demands Senate Confirmation For DHS Leadership Following GAO Legal Opinion Confirming Trump’s Top DHS Appointments Were Illegal
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Lou Correa (CA-46), Chairman of the House Homeland Security Subcommittee on Maritime and Transportation Security, released the following statement regarding a GAOlegal opinion on the legality of the appointments of Chad Wolf as Acting Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Ken Cuccinelli as Senior Official Performing the Duties of Deputy Secretary. The report comes as a response to several letters sent to the GAO by Members of the … Continue Reading
August 01, 2020
Weekly Wrap Up
The House has been working around the clock to provide critical COVID-19 relief. House Members continue to urge our Senate colleagues to work with us and help save American lives and livelihoods. This week, the House passed the National Museum of the American Latino Act to establish a museum in the Smithsonian Institution to highlight Latino contributions to the story of the United States. The House also passed the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA), an infrastructure bill that … Continue Reading
July 31, 2020
Correa Amendment To Defend Community Schools & Protect Children From Coronavirus Passes House
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Lou Correa (CA-46) released the following statement regarding the passage of his amendment to protect children and our nation's school from the coronavirus pandemic. The Trahan-Correa Amendment ensures that communities and their locally elected school boards retain control of their schools, and prevents the Administration from withholding federal funding from educational institutions that chose not to reopen this fall. The amendment was included in H.R. … Continue Reading
July 29, 2020
Correa Votes To Protect Travelers and Improve Ride Share Safety
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Lou Correa (CA-46) voted to support new legislation to increases the safety of travelers while using rideshare services. H.R. 4686 - Sami's Law requires ride-share drivers to display scannable technology to provide an added layer of security for travelers. Rep. Correa said, "Ride-sharing services are common and convenient tools for travelers and commuters. Unfortunately, they are also susceptible to unscrupulous individuals looking to prey on unexpecting … Continue Reading
July 29, 2020
Correa Applauds Passage Of Child Care Expansion
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Lou Correa's (CA-46) voted in support of legislation to help parents care for their children while working during the pandemic. The Child Care Is Essential Act and The Child Care for Economic Recovery Act will provide immediate support for parents and to struggling child care centers. Rep. Correa said, "Families are struggling and parents who are unable to stay home with their children need options. The Child Care is Essential Act and Child Care for … Continue Reading