Noticias
CORREA, BERGMAN INTRODUCE AMENDMENT PUSHING VA TO STUDY POSITIVE IMPACT OF PSYCHEDELICS ON VETERANS
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Representatives Lou Correa (CA-46) and Jack Bergman (MI-01), co-chairs of the Psychedelics Advancing Therapies (PATH) Caucus, introduced an amendment to federal funding legislation to push the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to carry out “large-scale studies” into drugs like psilocybin and MDMA—which have been designated as “breakthrough therapies” by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). “Our nation’s … Continue Reading
July 21, 2023
CORREA, GARCÍA, ESPAILLAT, SOTO LEAD COLLEAGUES URGING BIDEN ADMINISTRATION TO EXPAND PAROLE AND WORK PERMITS FOR MIGRANTS
ORANGE COUNTY, CA — Today, Representatives Lou Correa (CA-46), Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04), Adriano Espaillat (NY-13), and Darren Soto (FL-09) led nearly 40 of their congressional colleagues in a letter urging the Biden administration to expand parole and work permits to both new migrants and long term contributing immigrant workers. Currently, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) faces a significant backlog in processing the application for an … Continue Reading
July 20, 2023
RANKING MEMBER CORREA INTRODUCES LEGISLATION TO IMPROVE TRAINING FOR BORDER SECURITY OFFICERS
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Ranking Member Lou Correa (CA-46), the top Democrat on the House Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement, introduced legislation aimed at improving the training offered to individuals joining the law enforcement ranks of the Department of Homeland Security. “The job of keeping our homeland safe continues to evolve,” Ranking Member Correa said. “Whether it be being trained to address ever-changing humanitarian situations, serving as the … Continue Reading
July 19, 2023
RANKING MEMBER CORREA APPLAUDS BIDEN ADMIN. EFFORTS TO LOWER FOOD COSTS, CRACK DOWN ON RENTAL JUNK FEES, MAKE MERGER GUIDELINES MORE ACCESSIBLE
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Ranking Member Lou Correa (CA-46), the top Democrat on the House Judiciary Subcommittee on the Administrative State, Regulatory Reform, and Antitrust, released the following statement applauding the Biden-Harris Administration’s recently announced actions to lower costs for hard-working American taxpayers: "Although the U.S. has the highest post-pandemic growth of any nation in the G7 and the lowest inflation, with a historic low unemployment of 3.7 … Continue Reading
July 18, 2023
RANKING MEMBER CORREA DELIVERS OPENING STATEMENT IN SUBCOMMITTEE HEARING: “OPENING THE FLOOD GATES: BIDEN’S BROKEN BORDER BARRIER”
Watch Today’s Hearing HERE WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Ranking Member Correa (CA-46), the top Democrat on the House Border Security and Enforcement Subcommittee, led his Democratic colleagues during a joint Subcommittee hearing by the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement and Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Accountability entitled, “Opening the Flood Gates: Biden’s Broken Border Barrier.” You can watch today’s hearing … Continue Reading
July 17, 2023
REP. CORREA ANNOUNCES INCLUSION OF OVER $11 MILLION FOR PROJECTS IN CA-46 IN HOUSE APPROPRIATIONS BILL
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Representative Lou Correa (CA-46) announced that over $11 million in federal fax dollars he requested for vital community projects across California’s 46th Congressional District were included in legislation to fund the government in FY’24, which was just passed out of the House Appropriations Committee. All 15 projects submitted by Correa were included in the legislation. “I am so proud to announce that all 15 community projects across the … Continue Reading
July 17, 2023
REP. CORREA, COLLEAGUES STATEMENT ON RECENT COMMENTS REGARDING THE IRONCLAD U.S.-ISRAEL RELATIONSHIP
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representatives Lou Correa (CA-46), Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5), Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25), Dean Phillips (MN-3), Brad Schneider (IL-10), Kathy Manning (NC-6), Greg Landsman (OH-1), Jared Moskowitz (FL-23), Angie Craig (MN-2), Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (FL-20), Frederica Wilson (FL-24), Wiley Nickel (NC-13), Darren Soto (FL-9), Dan Goldman (NY-10), Jeff Jackson (NC-14), Jimmy Panetta (CA-19), Don Norcross (NJ-1), Jared Golden (ME-2), Ed Case (HI-1), … Continue Reading
July 14, 2023
REP. CORREA RECOGNIZED BY NATIONAL HEALTH LEADERS FOR LEADERSHIP IN HEALTHCARE INNOVATION
WASHINGTON, D.C. — This week, Representative Lou Correa (CA-46) was honored by the Healthcare Leadership Council (HLC), a coalition of leaders of the nation’s premier health care companies and organizations, as a “Champion of Healthcare Innovation” at an award ceremony in Washington, D.C. Rep. Correa is recognized as a “Champion of Healthcare Innovation” by the Healthcare Leadership Council in Washington, D.C. “I am incredibly proud to receive this … Continue Reading
July 12, 2023
RANKING MEMBER CORREA DELIVERS OPENING STATEMENT IN SUBCOMMITTEE HEARING: “Protecting the U.S. Homeland: Fighting the Flow of Fentanyl from the Southwest Border”
Watch Today’s Hearing HERE WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Ranking Member Correa (CA-46), the top Democrat on the House Border Security and Enforcement Subcommittee, led his Democratic colleagues during the Subcommittee’s second hearing of the 118th Congress, entitled: “Protecting the U.S. Homeland: Fighting the Flow of Fentanyl from the Southwest Border” You can watch today’s hearing HERE. You will find below Ranking Member Correa’s opening … Continue Reading
July 12, 2023
RANKING MEMBER CORREA, CHAIRMAN HIGGINS INTRODUCE BIPARTISAN LEGISLATION TO COMBAT CARTEL TRAFFICKING
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Representatives Lou Correa (D-CA) and Clay Higgins (R-LA), the Ranking Member and Chairman of the House Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement respectively, announced the introduction of bipartisan legislation to enhance border security and combat human trafficking. The Cooperation on Combating Human Smuggling and Trafficking Act directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to enhance border security by expanding bilateral cooperation with Mexican, … Continue Reading
July 12, 2023
REP. CORREA STATEMENT ON REPUBLICAN ATTEMPT TO STRIP HIS AMENDMENT PROTECTING IMMIGRANT VETERANS FROM NDAA
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Rep. Correa released the following statement on the Republican attempt to strip his amendment expanding protections for immigrant veterans from the NDAA: “Last night, my Republican colleagues did something good and agreed to include my amendment to extend protections for immigrant veterans and their families in the NDAA. Now they’re backpedaling—trying to kill my amendment before it even gets a floor vote. The Military Parole in Place … Continue Reading
July 12, 2023
REP. CORREA, COLLEAGUES REINTRODUCE VETERAN SERVICE RECOGNITION ACT
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Representative Lou Correa (CA-46), alongside his colleagues Reps. Mark Takano (CA-39), Zoe Lofgren (CA-18), Jerrold Nadler (NY-12), Juan Vargas (CA-52), Raul Ruiz (CA-25), María Elvira Salazar (FL-27), and Aumua Amata Coleman Radewagen (AS), announced the reintroduction of the Veteran Service Recognition Act. The Veteran Service Recognition Act would allow noncitizen servicemembers to apply for naturalization during basic training, establish a review … Continue Reading
July 11, 2023
REP. CORREA AUTHORS AMENDMENTS FOR NDAA TO SUPPORT BORDER SECURITY, VETERANS, WOMEN, AND IMMIGRANTS
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Representative Lou Correa (CA-46) announced that he submitted the six amendments to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), for Fiscal Year 2024. This legislation will strengthen U.S. national security by supporting the development of new technologies, coordination with America's global network of allies and partners, and expand benefits for service members, veterans and their families. Correa’s amendments seek to ensure that while Congress … Continue Reading
July 06, 2023
IN ANAHEIM, REP. CORREA HOSTS AGRICULTURE AND NUTRITION ROUNDTABLE AHEAD OF FARM BILL REAUTHORIZATION
ANAHEIM, CA — Today, alongside local leaders, Representative Lou Correa (CA-46) hosted an agriculture and nutrition roundtable in Anaheim, alongside local elected officials and stakeholders to discuss California’s priorities for ahead of the upcoming Farm Bill reauthorization to ensure farmers and families in California and across the country have the resources needed to thrive in the 21st century. Rep. Correa hosts agriculture and nutrition roundtable in Anaheim, CA “In … Continue Reading
July 05, 2023
REPS. CORREA, GARCIA PRESS FTC TO INVESTIGATE MARRIOTT JUNK FEES IMPACTING VISITORS IN SOCAL
ORANGE COUNTY, CA — On Friday, Representatives Lou Correa (CA-46), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on the Administrative State, Regulatory Reform, and Antitrust, and Robert Garcia (CA-42) penned a letter to Lina Khan, Chair of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), calling for an investigation into reports of Marriott International charging consumers unacceptable junk fees under the guise of complying with a hotel worker protection law in Los Angeles to ensure the practice doesn’t … Continue Reading
July 05, 2023
CORREA, BERGMAN APPLAUD NEW FDA GUIDANCE TO HELP THOSE SUFFERING FROM PTSD
ORANGE COUNTY, CA — Today, Representatives Lou Correa (CA-46) and Jack Bergman (MI-01), co-chairs of the Psychedelics Advancing Therapies (PATH) Caucus, released the following statement: "We applaud the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for their considerable work in releasing the non-binding guidance for comment regarding the clinical study and development of psychedelic therapies for those suffering from mental and behavioral health conditions. Notably, within the last five years, … Continue Reading
June 27, 2023
IN SANTA ANA, REP. CORREA ANNOUNCES $500,000 IN FUNDING TO ADDRESS YOUTH EMPLOYMENT
SANTA ANA, CA – Last night, Representative Lou Correa (CA-46) joined officials at Hope Builders to announce $500,000 in federal funding to expand access to low-income youth job training services in Santa Ana. Rep. Correa presents federal funding to Hope Builders in Santa Ana, CA Hope Builders empowers Orange County’s young adults with mentorship, life skills and job skills training that meets the needs of employers. Secured by Rep. Correa, this funding will be targeted to … Continue Reading
June 27, 2023
REP. CORREA ANNOUNCES OVER $3 MILLION IN CLEAN VEHICLE AND INFRASTRUCTURE GRANTS FOR ANAHEIM TRANSPORTATION NETWORK
ANAHEIM, CA — Today, Representative Lou Correa (D-Anaheim) announced that, in partnership with the City of Anaheim, the Anaheim Transportation Network (ATN) has been awarded a 3.6-million-dollar grant from the Federal Transportation Administration (FTA) to expand the agency’s electric bus fleet, charging capacity and workforce development. This investment will complete ATN’s long-term goal of becoming one of the first all-electric public transit operators in the … Continue Reading
June 26, 2023
REP. CORREA, MAYOR AITKEN ANNOUNCE OVER $5 MILLION FOR TRANSPORTATION INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS IN ANAHEIM
ANAHEIM, CA — Today, Representative Lou Correa (D-Anaheim) and Anaheim Mayor Ashleigh Aitken announced over $5 million in federal funding for the City of Anaheim for the construction of 5 major transportation projects throughout the city that have significant local and regional impact, and improve transportation safety, equity, and access for local residents. This funding is a direct result of Democrats’ passage of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) last Congress, which Rep. … Continue Reading
June 23, 2023
REP. CORREA VOTES AGAINST REPUBLICAN ATTEMPT TO MAKE HOMEOWNERSHIP MORE EXPENSIVE FOR WORKING FAMILIES
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Representative Lou Correa (CA-46) voted against H.R. 3564, a Republican-led bill that would make homeownership more expensive for middle class borrowers, and issued the following statement: “It is no secret that working families across the United States are facing a housing crisis, and I cannot in good-conscience support a piece of legislation that would make that crisis worse—or punish those middle-class Americans trying to build wealth,” … Continue Reading