Noticias
Correa Votes To Invest in America’s Infrastructure to Strengthen Economy and Create Good Paying Jobs
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Lou Correa (CA-46) released the following statement regarding the passage of the Water Resources Development Act of 2020-critical legislation that invests in our nation's infrastructure including ports to ensure our nation's goods are sold across the world. Rep. Correa said, "Nearly 80% of all goods traded in the United States touch water at some point. Whether they arrive from overseas or are transported through an American waterway, American ports … Continue Reading
July 28, 2020
Correa Questions Attorney General Barr Over Administration’s Assault on Constitutionally Mandated Census
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Lou Correa (CA-46) joined his colleagues on the House Judiciary Committee for an oversight hearing with the Department of Justice Attorney General, William Barr. Rep. Lou Correa said, "The census is one of the single most impactful activities carried out by the federal government. Political representation and federal funding depend on the census. When the count is wrong, there are real-world effects that hurt real working-class people. Yet President Trump … Continue Reading
July 27, 2020
Correa Applauds Creation Of Latino Smithsonian Museum
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Lou Correa (CA-46) released the following statement applauding the passage of H.R.2420 - National Museum of the American Latino Act, which directs the Smithsonian Institute to create a museum dedicated to the unique contributions of Latinos to the history of the United States: "Today is a proud day. From the founding of our nation to today, Latinos have been fundamental to our nation's history. The creation of the American Latino Museum will allow … Continue Reading
July 24, 2020
Weekly Wrap Up
This week, the House continued to fight against hate and injustice by passing legislation to remove the bust of Chief Justice Roger B. Taney, Confederate statues, and other reminders of slavery and segregation from the U.S. Capitol. Additionally, on the House floor this week, Congress passed the bipartisan FY2021 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), to strengthen America's security and maintain military readiness; the NO BAN Act, to prevent the president from abusing his authority to … Continue Reading
July 24, 2020
Rep. Lou Correa Introduces Bicameral Resolution to Designate July as BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Lou Correa, (CA-46) joined by Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12), Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson (D-Texas-30), and U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (NV) introduced a resolution to designate the month of July as BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month. This bicameral resolution brings awareness to the disparities in the incidence of mental health-related challenges faced by black, indigenous and people of color and encourages Congress to act to … Continue Reading
July 22, 2020
Correa Applauds Passage Of No Ban Act While Urging More Protections For Immigrants
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Lou Correa (CA-46) voted to pass the No Ban Act. This legislation works to repeal the President's existing executive order blocking travel from majority Muslim countries. Congressman Correa also reiterated the importance of passing his legislation, H.R. 656, the DREAMers, Immigrants, and Refugees (DIRe) Act, which is the first legislation he introduced in the House. Rep. Lou Correa said, "Over three years ago when President Trump announced his Muslim … Continue Reading
July 20, 2020
Correa Seeks To Improve Military Preparedness by Addressing Diversity & Protecting Veterans With FY2021 NDAA Amendments
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Lou Correa's (CA-46) released the following statement applauding the passage of two of his amendments to the Fiscal Year 2021 National Defense Authorization Act: "Each year Congress passes this critical legislation to protect our troops and our nation. This year, I have introduced two amendments to address the lack of diversity in our officer corps and the continued long wait-times faced by veterans seeking care from the VA. "In our armed forces, Latino … Continue Reading
July 17, 2020
Correa Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Incentivize Community Policing
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Lou Correa (CA-46) introduced bipartisan legislation with Reps. Josh Harder (CA-10), Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14), and Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1), that aims to strengthen the relationships between law enforcement and the communities they serve by incentivizing recruits to work in the communities where they live. The Strong Communities Act would provide federal grants for local law enforcement recruits who agree to attend school or academy and then serve in … Continue Reading
July 16, 2020
Correa Joins Nadler, Lofgren, 70 Members in Opposing Trump Administration Rule Restricting Asylum
Washington, D.C. - House Judiciary Courts Subcommittee Vice Chairman Lou Correa (CA-46), joins House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jerrold Nadler (D-NY) and Immigration and Citizenship Chair Zoe Lofgren (D-CA) in leading 70 Members of Congress in opposing the Trump Administration's new proposed regulation that will dramatically rewrite our nation's asylum laws. The Administration's new rule would eliminate long-established procedural protections and change the standards for demonstrating … Continue Reading
July 16, 2020
Correa Condemns CBP For Failing To Prioritize Migrant Care
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Lou Correa (CA-46) joined his colleagues on the House Homeland Security Committee for a hearing on the tragic deaths of two children in Customs and Border Protection care in 2018. Through their investigation, the GAO found that CBP has misspent emergency funds meant for migrant medical care, does not properly train its employees on the medical needs of children, and does not properly track or notify Congress on the deaths of those in its care. Rep. Lou … Continue Reading
July 14, 2020
Correa & OC Delegation Request Briefing from School Board Over Its Decision to Reopen Schools
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Lou Correa, joined by his Orange County Colleagues Representatives Harley Rouda (CA-48), Katie Porter (CA-45), Linda T. Sánchez (CA-38), and Gil Cisneros (CA-39) sent a letter to the Orange County Board of Education requesting a briefing over its decision to reopen schools this fall. In a letter, the Members expressed their concerns for the safety of students and their teachers and sought additional clarification over the Board's recommendations. The … Continue Reading
July 07, 2020
Lou Correa Joins Rep. Sylvia Garcia, Congressional Hispanic Caucus Members and Others To Request DoD Inspector General Conduct an Independent Investigation into Specialist Vanessa Guillen’s Case
Washington, D.C. - Yesterday, Congressman Lou Correa (CA-46) joined Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia (TX-29), the Congressional Hispanic Caucus and 86 Members of Congress to send a letter requesting the Department of Defense (DoD) Inspector General, Sean O'Donnell, conduct an independent investigation into Fort Hood's handling of Specialist (SPC) Vanessa Guillen's case. In the letter, Members said, "We are deeply disturbed by recent developments in the case of Specialist (SPC) Vanessa Guillen's … Continue Reading
July 02, 2020
Weekly Wrap Up
This week, I was back in Washington DC, fighting for our community and the people of Orange County. This week, my colleagues and I worked to protect and strengthen the Affordable Care Act by passing the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Enhancement Act to uphold our pledge of lowering health costs and prescription drug prices. We also passed the Emergency Housing Protections and Relief Act to address the dire housing needs arising due to the pandemic, and the Protecting your Credit Score … Continue Reading
July 01, 2020
Rep. Correa Votes to Pass $1.5 Trillion Infrastructure Overhaul Bill To Rebuild America & Create Jobs
Rep. Correa Votes to Pass $1.5 Trillion Infrastructure Overhaul Bill To Rebuild America & Create Jobs Washington DC - Today, Congressman Lou Correa voted to pass H.R. 2, the Moving Forward Act which will invest more than $1.5 trillion in modern, sustainable infrastructure while creating millions of good-paying jobs, combatting the climate crisis and addressing disparities in communities across the country and throughout our community. Rep. Correa said, "America's infrastructure is in … Continue Reading
June 30, 2020
Congressman Lou Correa Wishes “OC” a Happy 4th of July, Urges Residents To Practice Social Distancing & Wear A Mask In Public
Santa Ana, CA - With the Fourth of July on the horizon, Congressman Lou Correa released the following statement about rising coronavirus cases in Orange County: "As we approach this Fourth of July weekend, we must all continue our effort to fight COVID-19. This means practicing social distancing and wearing a mask while in public. As long as this pandemic continues to rock our community and our county each of us must do our part to keep our families, our communities, and ourselves safe. We … Continue Reading
June 30, 2020
Correa, Congressional Hispanic Caucus Lead 80 Members To Congress To Call on Trump Administration to Promptly Release Families Together
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Lou Correa, the Congressional Hispanic Caucus and forty-one Members of Congress sent a letter to President Trump demanding the administration safely and swiftly release all parents and children that are in immigration family detention centers following the order of Judge Dolly Gee. In a letter to Acting Homeland Security Secretary Wolf and Acting Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Director Albence, the Members of Congress denounced the Trump … Continue Reading
June 29, 2020
Rep. Lou Correa Passes Renter, Homeowner Pandemic Protections
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Lou Correa voted to pass H.R. 7301 - Emergency Housing Protections and Relief Act. This important legislation provides relief for renters and homeowners who have been severely impacted by the Coronavirus pandemic. The bill supports renters and homeowners by extending the eviction moratorium, establishing a robust emergency homeowner and rental assistance fund, provides funding to support important federal housing assistance programs, and more. Rep. Correa … Continue Reading
June 29, 2020
Rep. Lou Correa Votes To Protect And Expand Affordable Care Act
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Lou Correa released the following statement after supporting the passage of critical legislation to strengthen and expand the Affordable Care Act. HR 1425 - Patient Protection and Affordable Care Enhancement Act will enhance the ACA, shore up the Medicaid program, and lower prescription drug prices. Rep. Correa said, "The Affordable Care Act has changed our healthcare system for the better. Countless Americans have access and protections they never had … Continue Reading
June 26, 2020
Correa Votes For DC Statehood
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Lou Correa released the following statement following a historic vote to admit the District of Columbia as the United State's 51st state: "Our country was founded on the basis that taxation without representation is tyranny. Today Congress took the first step to ensure the people of Washington, D.C. finally get the representation they have been denied. "Washington, D.C. is more than just our nation's capital. It is a vibrant city with a population that … Continue Reading
June 26, 2020
Correa Votes To Create Memorial Honoring Victims Of Pulse Nightclub Shooting
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Lou Correa released the following statement after supporting the passage of legislation to honor the victims of the Pulse Nightclub shooting: Four years ago, 53 people were killed at Pulse Nightclub. Today the House voted to create a Pulse National Memorial to remember them and numerous survivors. While this will never erase the pain, it will show the world that we will always choose love over hate. pic.twitter.com/FxU7hT6HJR - Rep. Lou Correa … Continue Reading