Noticias
Leading Homeland Security Democrat Calls For Classified Hearings On Hezbollah's Capabilities In United States
Washington DC - Today, Congressmen Lou Correa (D-CA) called for classified hearings on the capabilities of Iran's global terrorist networks to implement retaliatory attacks within the United States. As the Chairman of the House Homeland Security Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security, the Congressman has concerns about potential retaliation on domestic soil by Iran and its proxies. The tweet reads: "Iranian General Qasem Soleimani built the world's largest terrorist network … Continue Reading
December 19, 2019
Lou Correa Votes To Pass Democrat-Improved USMCA Trade Deal
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Lou Correa (D-CA-46) applauded the passage of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) to replace and improve the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). Rep. Correa said, "After months of negotiations, we have a trade agreement that recognizes that trade is more than just moving goods and services. A good trade agreement must also protect American, Canadian, and Mexican workers, protect the environment and protect each respective … Continue Reading
December 18, 2019
Correa: “I Ask God For Wisdom And Guidance In Uniting Our Great Nation.”
Washington, DC - Congressman Lou Correa (D-CA-46) delivered the following statement on the House Floor during Floor Debate of H.Res. 755, Articles of Impeachment Against President Donald J. Trump: "I thank the gentlelady for yielding. "As a member of the Homeland Security Committee, I know firsthand the dangers that foreign interference in our elections present to our democracy. "The constitution-the highest law of the land-created a system of checks and balances, … Continue Reading
December 17, 2019
Correa Votes In Support Of Expanding Funding For Childcare, Renewable Energy, Opioid Crisis—Votes Against Border Wall
Washington, DC - Congressman Lou Correa (D-CA-46) released the following statement after the House passed the FY2020 Budget: "As a Member of Congress, it is my job to pass our nation's annual budget. As the body with the sole power of the purse, it is our constitutional duty to ensure our constituents' tax dollars are used to better our nation in accordance with our values. This year's budget includes numerous positive additions including, funding to combat the raging opioid crisis, historic … Continue Reading
December 12, 2019
Correa Votes To Lower Prescription Drug Costs For Americans
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Lou Correa (D-CA-46) joined his colleagues in passing H.R.3 - Lower Drug Costs Now Act. This legislation will lower drug costs for countless Americans, including our seniors and those who need critical medication on a daily basis. The bill allows the federal government to negotiate for drug prices using the savings to cover vision, dental, and hearing for our seniors. Rep. Correa said, "This is a strong measure that ensures all Americans have better access … Continue Reading
December 11, 2019
Correa: “I Ask God For Wisdom And Guidance In Uniting Our Great Nation.”
Washington, DC - Congressman Lou Correa (D-CA-46), delivered the following statement during the markup of H.Res. 755, Articles of Impeachment Against President Donald J. Trump: I was elected to Congress to work across the aisle with Democrats and Republicans to ensure that the voices of my constituents are heard. They sent me to work for good jobs, education, health care, safe streets, and housing. As a son of immigrants, my election to Congress is an example … Continue Reading
December 11, 2019
Bipartisan Farmworkers Immigration Bill Passes House
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congressman Lou Correa's (D-CA-46) Farm Workforce Modernization Act passed the House. This bipartisan bill-introduced with Reps. Zoe Lofgren (D-CA-19) and Dan Newhouse (R-WA-04)-that ensures California unties to be the breadbasket of the nation, and that our nation continues to feed the world. This nonpartisan bill was carefully negotiated over eight months with numerous input from agricultural stakeholders and labor organizations and was introduced with the support of … Continue Reading
December 11, 2019
Correa Applauds Passage Of NDAA With His Amendments
Washington, DC - Congressman Lou Correa's (D-CA-46) released the following statement on the passage the fiscal year 2020 National Defense Authorization Act conference report including three of his amendments: "I am pleased with this year's National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). While it is not a perfect bill, it addresses numerous areas of concern while ensuring our men and women in uniform have the support and supplies they need to get the job done. "This year's bill includes numerous … Continue Reading
December 10, 2019
Correa Applauds Inclusion Of NDAA Amendments In Conference Report
Washington, DC - Congressman Lou Correa's (D-CA-46) released the following statement on the Fiscal Year 2020 National Defense Authorization Act conference report including three of his amendments: "I am pleased that this year's National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) includes three of my amendments. My amendments help address educational disparities facing the children of National Guard soldiers, expand investment and recruitment of cybersecurity warriors, and ensure Congress receives … Continue Reading
December 09, 2019
Correa: “The President Put Himself Before The Country.”
Washington, DC - Congressman Lou Correa (D-CA-46), a Member of the House Judiciary Committee, released the following statement after being presented evidence of Presidential misconduct by Members of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. Rep. Correa said, "Our democracy is under attack. In 2016, we were deliberately and systematically attacked by Russia. Their goal was to plant discord and division. They were successful. As we approach the 2020 elections, preventing foreign … Continue Reading
December 06, 2019
Correa Votes To Restore The Voting Rights Act
Washington, DC - Congressman Lou Correa (D-CA-46) fully supports H.R. 4 and, today, he voted to pass H.R. 4, the Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2019 (VRAA). This bill is a response to the Supreme Court's decision in Shelby County v. Holder that required Congress to create an updated coverage formula to determine if the Federal government can intervene in a state's election laws. Since this decision, dozens of states have implemented restrictive voter ID laws and other obstacles for people … Continue Reading
December 06, 2019
Weekly Wrap Up
This week the House presented the American people with its "Impeachment Inquiry Report," which detailed allegations against the President. Following the release of the report, the Speaker of the House directed the Judiciary Committee to draft Articles of Impeachment to defend our democracy under the Constitution. On the floor this week, the House passed a resolution supporting a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. House Democrats also passed the Insider Trading … Continue Reading
November 22, 2019
Congressman Lou Correa Introduces Legislation To Create Police-Community Safety Task Force
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Lou Correa's (D-CA-46), joined by Congressman Josh Harder (D-CA-10), introduced H.R. 5251 - Improving Community Safety Act to create a task force to study violence against and involving law enforcement officers and first responders. Rep. Lou Correa said, "Communities across the country have been rocked by continued violence involving our law enforcement professionals. We must ensure all our officers are well trained and prepared to protect our … Continue Reading
November 22, 2019
Weekly Wrap Up
The House's impeachment inquiry into the President's actions continued this week as the House Intelligence Committee held more public hearings. The evidence makes clear President Trump abused the power of his office to press Ukraine to announce investigations in order to benefit his own political prospects. This week's witness testimony left no doubt that, up until President Trump got caught in the act, both a presidential meeting and security aid were conditioned on Ukrainian President … Continue Reading
November 21, 2019
Bipartisan Farm Workforce Modernization Act Passes House Judiciary Committee
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, The Farm Workforce Modernization Act, a bipartisan bill introduced by Reps. Zoe Lofgren (D-CA-19), with Congressman Lou Correa (D-CA-46), Dan Newhouse (R-WA-04), Mike Simpson (R-ID-02), Jimmy Panetta (D-CA-20), Doug LaMalfa (R-CA-01), and Mario Diaz-Balart (R-FL-25) was passed by the House Judiciary Committee. This bipartisan bill was carefully negotiated over eight months with input from agricultural stakeholders and labor organizations and was introduced with the … Continue Reading
November 15, 2019
Weekly Wrap Up
On Veteran's Day, Congressman Correa attended a flag-raising and pinning ceremony in Garden Grove to honor and celebrate the Vietnam War Veterans of our community. Along with Congressman Alan Lowenthal, Congressman Correa presented Service Lapel Pins to all Vietnam War-Era Veterans who had served on active duty during the Vietnam War. Back in DC, the House's impeachment inquiry into the President's misconduct moved forward this week as the House Intelligence Committee held its first public … Continue Reading
November 12, 2019
Congressman Lou Correa Joins Congressional Hispanic Caucus In Addressing The Need to Protect DREAMers at the Supreme Court
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Lou Correa's (D-CA-46) joined Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Senate Leader Chuck Schumer, and members of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus in support of the nearly 800,000 DREAMers living in the United States. This year marks the 7th Anniversary of the implementation of DACA, which President Obama created to ensure the rights and legal status of Dreamers and those eligible for status. While Trump ended DACA on September 5th, 2017, two court injunctions hold … Continue Reading
November 01, 2019
Weekly Wrap Up
This week, House Democrats voted on a resolution that establishes procedures for the path forward with an impeachment inquiry. This resolution ensures transparency and due process through public hearings and provides fairness and important protections for the President. Also on the floor this week, we voted to hold Turkey accountable for its brutal invasion of northern Syria by imposing tough but targeted sanctions and voted to protect our public lands-including some of America's most iconic … Continue Reading
October 31, 2019
Rep. Lou Correa Releases Statement On Ground Rules Of Impeachment Investigation
Washington DC - Today, Congressmen Lou Correa (D-CA) released the following statement regarding his vote for rules outlining the impeachment investigation: "For the past few weeks, Republican and Democratic Members of the House Intelligence, Foreign Affairs, and Oversight Committees have investigated allegations surrounding President Trump. These allegations are serious, and the House is taking them seriously. "Today's vote outlines the ground rules for the impeachment investigation to ensure … Continue Reading
October 25, 2019
Weekly Wrap Up
This week, the House honored their commitment to working-class Americans and passed a package of bills to protect and enrich small businesses. The bills will improve small business development centers, modernize and strengthen the women's business centers program, enhance the accounting and reporting capabilities of the SCORE program, and establish the Growth Accelerator Fund Competition program for four years. Small businesses are the backbone of our economy and are a vital part of our … Continue Reading