REPS. CORREA, ESPAILLAT, GARCÍA LEAD CALL ON SENATE LEADERSHIP TO PASS MEANINGFUL IMMIGRATION REFORM AS YEAR-END SPENDING NEGOTIATIONS CONTINUE
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressmembers Lou Correa (CA-46), Adriano Espaillat (NY-13), and Jesús "Chuy" García (IL-04) led 15 of their Democratic colleagues in a letter to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell urging that as year-end spending negotiations continue, meaningful immigration reform be considered as top priority for passage as immediately as possible. “We write to strongly urge you to move forward with … Continue Reading
December 14, 2022
ICYMI: REP. CORREA TAKES TO HOUSE FLOOR IN SUPPORT OF ADDITIONAL FUNDING FOR LOCAL POLICE
Watch Rep. Correa’s Remarks WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Lou Correa (CA-46) spoke on the House floor in support of the Law Enforcement De-escalation Training Act, legislation that, if signed into law, would bolster community safety and ensure that law enforcement officers are trained to effectively and safely respond to people in crisis. “Today, the job of a police officer goes beyond protecting our families.” said Rep. … Continue Reading
December 12, 2022
Rep. Correa’s Legislation to Name Post Office after the first Latino Judge in Orange County passes the House
Washington, D.C. — Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed Rep. Lou Correa’s legislation to designate the United States Post Office located on 615 North Bush Street in Santa Ana to the “Judge James Perez Post Office,” in honor of the first Latino attorney and Latino judge in Orange County. Rep. Lou Correa said: “I’m excited that today my legislation, H.R. 5949, a bill to rename our local post office in honor of Judge James Perez, was … Continue Reading
December 08, 2022
Correa Legislation Included in Defense Bill Passed by House
(WASHINGTON) – Today, Rep. J. Luis Correa (CA-46), Chairman of the Oversight, Management and Accountability Subcommittee of the Committee on Homeland Security, lauded passage of critical homeland security measures included in the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023, which passed the House of Representatives today and will be sent to the President’s desk for his approval after Senate passage. Measures included in this year’s National Defense Authorization … Continue Reading
December 08, 2022
Correa, Espaillat, García, Statement on Sinema-Tillis "Compromise"
WASHINGTON, DC -- Today, Representatives J. Luis Correa (CA-46), Adriano Espaillat (NY-13), and Jesús G. "Chuy" García (IL-04), released the following statement regarding the Sinema-Tillis immigration framework. “We appreciate the ongoing Senate negotiations and recognition to act on the behalf of the nearly 2 million who are DACA recipients or migrants eligible for the program counting on us to ensure protections for Dreamers,” said the members. “It’s time … Continue Reading
December 08, 2022
Rep. Correa Votes to Enshrine Marriage Equality Under Federal Law
Washington, DC – Today, amid extreme Republican threats to Americans’ personal freedoms, Rep. Correa voted to send the Respect for Marriage Act to President Biden’s desk. This landmark legislation takes key steps to defend marriage equality: officially repealing the bigoted and unconstitutional “Defense of Marriage Act” (DOMA) and require states to recognize valid out-of-state marriages. “Today, I proudly voted to repeal the Defense of Marriage Act … Continue Reading
December 06, 2022
Congressman Correa Votes For Passage of The Veteran Service Recognition Act
Washington, D.C. — Today Congressman Lou Correa (CA-46) voted for the passage of the Veteran Service Recognition Act. “Veterans risk their lives to protect our nation, and America’s promise to take care of our veterans and service members should still apply to these individuals regardless of their immigration status. All veterans and active members gave something to ensure the freedom of our nation. This legislation rectifies a great error against noncitizen service … Continue Reading
November 17, 2022
Correa Launches Bipartisan Congressional Caucus to Explore Psychedelic Research for Mental Health
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Lou Correa (D-CA) and Congressman Jack Bergman (R-MI) announce the launch of the Congressional Psychedelics Advancing Clinical Treatments “PACT” Caucus. The Caucus will address ways to alleviate the national mental health crisis through psychedelic science and research. “Having served our Nation as a member of the United States military and in Congress, I’ve seen the destruction post-traumatic stress disorder can cause on … Continue Reading
August 12, 2022
Rep. Correa Votes to Pass Historic Inflation Reduction Act
Washington, D.C. — Today Rep. Lou Correa (CA-46) released the following statement after voting for the Inflation Reduction Act: “Yet as good as this legislation is I am outraged, frustrated, and heartbroken that we forgot and left behind our Dreamers, farmworkers, and other undocumented workers in a legal purgatory. Reconciliation was the last opportunity to act on immigration reform in this 117th Congress. It has come and gone. It’s been 35 years since … Continue Reading
August 04, 2022
Rep. Correa Calls for Action in Investigation of killings of Fathers Javier Campos and Joaquín Mora
Washington, D.C. — Today Rep. Lou Correa (CA-46) co-led a letter alongside Rep. Anna G. Eshoo (CA-18) calling for President Biden to take action in the investigation of the killings of two Jesuit priests, Fathers Javier Campos and Joaquín Mora, in Chihuahua, Mexico. “The loss of Fathers Javier Campos and Joaquín Mora are outrageous, not only to the faith community in Mexico but also in my own district where many Mexican Americans of Catholic faith have mourned the loss. … Continue Reading
July 29, 2022
Congressman Correa Votes For Passage of the Wildfire Response and Drought Resiliency Act
Washington, D.C. — Today Congressman Lou Correa (D-CA) voted for the passage of the Wildfire Response and Drought Resiliency Act. “California is experiencing record-breaking wildfires, which are causing mass destruction and devastation. Federal and state wildfire firefighters who continue to save lives and help save homes deserve to be compensated for their dedication and service. Today, I voted for the passage of the Wildfire Response and Drought … Continue Reading
July 28, 2022
Congressman Correa Urges Extension to Student Loan Pause
Washington, D.C. — Today Rep. Lou Correa (CA-46) issued the following statement after co-signing a letter to President Biden and Secretary Cardona to make an extension to the current pause of federal student loans: "Today I joined my colleagues in sending a letter to President Biden and Secretary Cardona urging for federal student loans to continue to be suspended. “Soon, millions of people across the United States will be required to start making payments on their remaining … Continue Reading
July 28, 2022
Congressman Correa Votes to Pass CHIPS and Science Act
Washington, D.C. — Today, Congressman Lou Correa (D-CA) issued the following statement following his vote for the passage of the CHIPS and Science Act. "We have to invest in our country’s semiconductor industry. Thirty years ago, America was the global leader in semiconductor production and produced 40% of the world’s supply. Today, our production capacity is only at 12%. The current chips shortage has affected every aspect of our lives because they … Continue Reading
July 28, 2022
Rep. Correa Introduces Resolution
Washington, D.C. – Today, Rep. Lou Correa (D-CA) released the following statement on his introduction of a resolution to honor August as Chicano Heritage Month: "As the son of Mexican immigrants and the Representative with a large Chicano constituency, I’m honored to represent and celebrate Mexican Americans who have contributed greatly to this country. Chicanos have contributed to the advancement of America for centuries, and it is time that this is acknowledged and … Continue Reading
July 20, 2022
Congressman Correa Co-Leads Legislation to Update Registry Date
Washington, D.C. — Today, Congressman Lou Correa (D-CA) joined his colleagues Rep. Zoe Lofgren (CA-19), Rep. Norma Torres (CA-35), Rep. Jesús “Chuy” Garcia (IL-04), Rep. Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) and Rep. Grace Meng (NY-06), in helping introduce the Renewing Immigration Provisions of the Immigration Act of 1929. "Since the beginning, I have fought for the budget reconciliation process to include an updated immigration reform. Now is the time to pass legislation in the … Continue Reading
July 14, 2022
Congressman Correa Votes to Pass Annual Defense Legislation That Will Support Service Members and the National Security of the United States
Washington, D.C. – Today, Rep. Lou Correa (D-CA) voted for the passage of H.R. 7900, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), for Fiscal Year 2023. 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. "The NDAA was passed by the House today, demonstrating that we are … Continue Reading
July 07, 2022
Congressman Correa Calls for Action to Protect our Dreamers
Washington, D.C. — Today Congressman Lou Correa (D-CA) issued the following statement to call for action to protect and support Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients on the uncertainty of the programs future. Congressman Correa urges Congress to pass meaningful immigration reform now that will provide DACA recipients a pathway to citizenship. "A legal battle in the courts is once again putting recipients of the DACA program in … Continue Reading
July 07, 2022
Rep. Correa Supports Amendment to Study Psychedelics as a Treatment for PTSD for Military Members
Washington, D.C. — Today, Congressman Lou Correa (D-CA) released the following statement in support of Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) amendment that expands on a separate provision currently attached to the measure in committee that only gives the Department of Defense (DOD) a mandate to explore cannabis as an opioid substitute for military members with specified health problems. "More than a decade ago, we began … Continue Reading
July 01, 2022
Rep. Correa Recognized for Key Role in County Wide Efforts to Support Homeless
Washington, D.C. — Today Congressman Lou Correa (D-CA) was formally recognized by nonprofit organization, Housing for Health OC, for his instrumental role in securing their 501(c)(3) status. Housing for Health OC is a collaboration of four Orange County homeless housing, including Mercy House in Santa Ana, and service providers that work under the CalAIM program: "Thousands of community members in Orange County have been suffering as a result of the homelessness crisis for too long. It is … Continue Reading
June 24, 2022
Congressman Correa Statement on Supreme Courts Decisions to Overturn Roe V. Wade
Washington, D.C. — Today Congressman Lou Correa (D-CA) released the following statement on the Supreme Court's verdict in the case of Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health : "The judgment made by the Supreme Court today revokes the right to choose, which millions of women in the United States have relied on for the past half century, and it denies everyone the freedom to decide for themselves how their own health care should be provided. By preventing women from having … Continue Reading