Rep. Lou Correa Proudly Votes To Pass The Equality Act & Protect LGBTQ+ Communities
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Lou Correa (D-CA-46) released the following statement after proudly voting to pass H.R. 5 - The Equality Act: "Today the House voted to pass H.R. 5 - The Equality Act for all Americans. Civil rights matter to us all "Fighting for civil rights is never easy, and sometimes it becomes controversial, but it is always the right thing to do. "In California, as a legislator, I took votes to advance and protect all Californian's civil rights. Those votes made … Continue Reading
February 10, 2021
Rep. Lou Correa Urges Gov. Newsom to Include Migrant Food and Farm Workers in Vaccination Plan
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Lou Correa joined his colleagues on the California Congressional Delegation in sending a letter to Governor Gavin Newsom to ensure farmworkers and migrant food workers are included in state vaccination efforts. The letter urges equity of distribution for all full-time and part-time residents and pushes the state to conduct a robust educational campaign to ensure these essential workers feel secure in seeking out and accepting the vaccine. In the letter, … Continue Reading
November 23, 2020
Correa Joins Bicameral Letter Demanding Trump Administration Halt Deportation of Victims Of Medical Malpractice By ICE Doctor
Washington, D.C. — Today, Congressman Lou Correa joined his colleagues in a letter that demanded the Trump administration halt any and all plans to deport the dozens of immigrant women who have come forward to report unnecessary and non-consensual medical procedures while detained at Irwin County Detention Center (ICDC) in Ocilla, Georgia. Congressman Correa traveled to the ICE facility in September to meet detainees and investigate claims of forced sterilization and improper medical … 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 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
April 17, 2020
Los Angeles Times Calls For Passage Of Lou Correa's Leave No Taxpayer Behind Act
Santa Ana, CA - Today, the Los Angeles Times Editorial Board announced its support for Congressman Lou Correa's Leave No Taxpayer Behind Act, which amends the CARES Act to include non-citizen taxpayers in federal relief efforts. Rep. Lou Correa said, “I was appalled to learn hardworking, taxpaying immigrants were left out of the $2 trillion CARES Act. These taxpayers work in critical sectors of our economy, like agriculture, and contribute greatly to our country. While many of us sit at … Continue Reading
May 23, 2019
Senator Harris & Rep. Correa Oppose New HUD Rule In Bicameral California Delegation Letter
Washington, DC - Senator Kamala Harris (D-CA) and Congressman Lou Correa (D- CA-46) led 37 of their California colleagues in opposing the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s proposed change to public housing that hurts immigrant families and children. By HUD’s own estimates, it will cost as much as $227 million a year to evict 55,000 American-born children from their homes. In the letter, Members’ stated, “As members of the California Congressional … Continue Reading
September 11, 2017
This Week From DC
Issue 36 // September 3-9, 2017 Welcome back after a long recess. A weekly update for constituents and stakeholders on what Congressman Lou Correa is doing for the people of California’s 46th District. For daily updates make sure to check our Facebook and Twitter feeds. Subscribe to our Medium for for daily releases, and to read previous issues of “This Week From DC.” Newsletter subscription is here. Send an email here to subscribe to our press list. And here’s a summary of the week! This … Continue Reading
July 27, 2017
Rep. Correa Assesses Misconduct At The Federal Emergency Management Agency
Washington, D.C.—Today, Congressman Correa, Ranking Member of the House Homeland Security Subcommittee on Oversight and Management Efficiency, co-led a hearing investigating employee misconduct and morale at FEMA. Rep. Correa stated, “FEMA performs a vital role in our nation. When disaster strikes, lives depend on their work. Yet, FEMA is plagued with some of the worst morale of any agency in the federal government, which is not only bad for the agency, but dangerous for the … Continue Reading
July 26, 2017
Rep. Correa’s Cosponsored Amendment To Help Veterans Get Access To Medical Marijuana Blocked
Washington, D.C.—Today, Congressman Correa’s amendment to allow Veterans Affairs doctors to recommend medical marijuana to veterans was blocked. Rep. Correa said, “I am disappointed this amendment was blocked but I will continue to keep working on this issue. For many veterans, medical marijuana is the most effective tool for treating PTSD. Our veterans have served our country. They are heroes. If medical marijuana brings them relief, the we should give it to them. I will … Continue Reading
July 26, 2017
Rep. Correa Joins Colleagues In Support Of Transgender Servicemembers
Washington, D.C.—Today, Congressman Correa joined his Democrat colleagues in support of the thousands transgendered servicemembers currently serving in the military. Rep. Correa stated, “Discrimination in any form is wrong. This attack on transgender soldiers is nothing more than discrimination. An estimated 150,000 transgender Americans have served our country bravely. This change betrays their service and dishonors their … Continue Reading
July 26, 2017
Rep. Correa Votes To Pass Bipartisan Bills To Help Veterans
Washington, D.C.—Today, Congressman Correa joined his Republican and Democrat colleagues to pass six bipartisan bills our of committee. Rep. Correa stated, “My amendments will allow us to better protect our borders while safeguarding the privacy of travelers and citizens.” Rep. Correa introduced and passed two amendments: The first amendment seeks to protect the privacy of international students restricting CBP’s accesses to the DHS’ database of international … Continue Reading
July 24, 2017
Rep. Correa Votes To Pass Bipartisan Improvement To GI Bill
Washington, D.C.—Today, Congressman Correa joined his Democrat and Republican colleagues to pass the latest iteration of the GI Bill. The bill offers veterans expanded access to education, better protections, and more flexibility in how and when they use the GI Bill. Rep. Correa stated, “The new GI Bill will allow more veterans to continue serving their nation by pursuing higher education and leading America forward. This bill will vastly improve access to higher education for our … Continue Reading
July 19, 2017
Rep. Correa Votes To Pass Bipartisan Bills To Help Veterans
Washington, D.C.—Today, Congressman Correa joined his Democrat and Republican colleagues on the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs to unanimously pass eleven bills that will enhance educational assistance, health care, and other benefits for servicemembers and veterans. The bills, listed below, have been forwarded to the full House of Representatives for future consideration. Rep. Correa stated, “I have said it before, and I will continue to say it?—?I am exceptionally proud of the … Continue Reading
July 13, 2017
Rep. Correa Endorses Bi-Partisan GI Bill For Next Generation Of American Soldiers
Washington, D.C.—Congressman Correa joined with his Republican and Democrat colleagues to support a new GI Bill that will improve access to higher education for America’s next generation of veterans. Rep. Correa stated: “Our veterans earn the GI Bill. This bill will help them continue serving their nation by pursuing higher education and leading America forward. I am especially proud that this bill will finally recognize the service and sacrifices of our National Guard by … Continue Reading
June 21, 2017
REP. CORREA JOINS VETERANS AFFAIRS COMMITTEE COLLEAGUES TO SEND VA ACCOUNTABILITY BILL TO PRESIDENT
Washington, D.C.—Congressman Correa joined his House Veterans Affairs Committee colleagues for the signing of the “Department of Veterans Affairs Accountability Act of 2017” by Speaker Ryan, before sending the bill to the President’s desk to become law. Congressman Correa said: “This bipartisan bill represents real progress for our veterans, and is proof when we work together progress is possible. I applaud my colleagues from both sides of the aisle for doing … Continue Reading
June 21, 2017
REP. CORREA COMBATS WASTE, FRAUD, & ABUSE AT DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
Washington, D.C.—Congressman Correa addressed his colleagues on the House Floor as he managed two bills meant to combat waste, fraud, and abuse at the Department of Homeland Security. The two bills both provide additional oversight of the Department of Homeland Security’s operations to safe guard taxpayer dollars while ensuring the Department of Homeland Security has the resources necessary to keep our nation safe. The Two bills are: H.R. 1282 establishes an Acquisition Review … Continue Reading
June 10, 2017
REP. CORREA VOTES NO ON BUDGET DEAL
Washington, D.C.—Congressman Correa released the following statement on his decision to vote “no” on “H.R. 244?—?Consolidated Appropriations Act for FY2017.” “I applaud my colleagues for reaching a bipartisan deal. This budget will help many by giving our students a year-round Pell Grant, increasing funding to combat opioid addiction, providing funding for the Orange County streetcar, and increasing funding to study Alzheimer’s disease and cancer. Regretfully, I cannot vote for a budget that … Continue Reading
May 25, 2017
REP. CORREA STATEMENT ON THE VITAL WORK CONGRESS IS DOING FOR OUR VETERANS
Washington, D.C.?—?Rep. Lou Correa released the following statement on how Congress is defending and protecting our veterans. As we approach Memorial Day, Congressman Correa wants to acknowledge the importance of investing in our veterans. “This week, we honor the brave men and women for their faithful service to our great country. Our nation’s veterans have sacrificed so much to ensure the safety of our homes and our loved ones. As a Member of the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee, I was … Continue Reading