Statements and posts
23 press releases and posts, newest first.
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Reintroduced bipartisan bill directing VA to research medical cannabis for veterans.
“With the opioid crisis raging across America, it is imperative to the health and safety of our veterans that we find alternative treatments for chronic pain and service-related injuries.”
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Congressional caucus released report on integrating psychedelic-assisted therapy into healthcare.
“Every day, more than 130 Americans die by suicide, including over 20 veterans.”
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Led 56 colleagues demanding quality legal representation for unaccompanied immigrant children in deportation proceedings.
“Unaccompanied immigrant children are receiving substandard legal services at a time when the Trump Administration is already trying to prevent a fair hearing of their cases. The Department of Justice (DOJ) Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) has reportedly directed immigration judges to limit the length of…”
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CORREA URGES CALIFORNIA TO ACCEPT $10 MILLION IN FEDERAL FUNDING FOR ORANGE COUNTY VETERANS CEMETERY
Urged California governor to accept $10 million federal funding for Orange County veterans cemetery.
“We should not allow $10 million in federal funding secured for this purpose to be left on the table.”
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CORREA, JOYCE PROVIDING EMOTIONAL ASSISTANCE WITH RELIEF AND LOVE ACT PASSES HOUSE
Passed bipartisan bill providing support canines to frontline officers for mental health.
“Our nation's frontline workers put their lives on the line every day to protect our communities, and today the House recognized that we owe it to them to invest in proven mental health programs, so they have the support they need. With the passage of this bill, more frontline officers and agents will be able to receive…”
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CORREA VOTES NO ON BILL TO GIVE TRUMP MORE TARIFF POWER
Voted against Russia sanctions bill that would expand Trump's tariff authority.
“I have been an advocate against the war Russia has brought on Ukraine, and I will always support real, nonpartisan sanctions that hold Putin accountable. But I will not hand this president even more unchecked tariff power. He has abused that power, and giving him more will not fix the cost-of-living crisis – it will…”
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CORREA HONORS THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF SENATOR JOHN SEYMOUR
U.S. Representative Lou Correa (CA-46) today introduced a bipartisan resolution honoring the late John Seymour, former U.S. Senator, California State Senator, and Mayor of Anaheim, who died April 18, 2026, at 88.
“John Seymour spent his life serving California – as a Marine, a mayor, and a senator.”
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CORREA, EVANS INTRODUCE BIPARTISAN BILL TO IMPROVE TRANSPARENCY OF SBA SPANISH-LANGUAGE RESOURCES
Today, Reps. Lou Correa (D-CA-46), Gabe Evans (R-CO-08), Monica De La Cruz (R-TX-15), Henry Cuellar (D-TX-28), Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL-27), Jim Costa (D-CA-21) and David Valadao (R-CA-22), introduced the bipartisan SBA Spanish Resource…
“Hispanic Americans own more than five million businesses across this country, employing nearly three million workers. Everyone in this great nation who’s willing to work hard and contribute deserves a fair shot at the American Dream, and this bill is a step in that direction. The SBA Spanish Resource Act is…”
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CORREA VOTES NO ON WEAPONIZING STUDENT AID
Congressman Lou Correa (CA-46) released the following statement on his 'no' vote on the Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act of 2026, which would strip Title IV federal aid from colleges that boycott Israel.
“I don’t support boycotts. Never have. But I won’t hamstring the First Amendment to jeopardize federal student aid. This bill punishes universities and students for exercising their freedom of speech. Once we condition student aid on what people believe, that door doesn’t close.”
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CORREA VOTES NO ON GOP EFFORT TO LOCK IN CONSERVATIVE SUPREME COURT
U.S. Representative Lou Correa (CA-46), member of the House Judiciary Committee, released the following statement following his ‘no’ vote on the GOP constitutional amendment to permanently keep the Supreme Court at nine members, solidifying…
“Congress has repeatedly expanded and shrunk the size of the Supreme Court. There’s no reason to lock in nine justices now except that it works in Republicans’ favor. I’ve never supported packing the Court for political advantage, and I don’t support this further surrender of congressional power.”
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U.S. Representative Lou Correa (CA-46) today sent a letter to Interior Secretary Doug Burgum and National Park Service Comptroller Jessica Bowron demanding transparency and answers over the Trump Administration’s alleged proposal to parcel…
“I write in strong opposition to recent reports that the National Park Service (NPS) is working to parcel off part of Yosemite National Park in California to give to a private real-estate developer. Under the alleged proposal, land within Yosemite National Park would be ceded to the developer to construct a road that…”
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U.S. Representative Lou Correa (CA-46) condemned a new Department of Justice (DOJ) legal opinion issued today that outlines a path for the federal government to strip funding from states that don’t help carry out the Trump administration’s…
“This is a blatant attempt to turn every state government in the country into an arm of ICE.”
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CORREA: TRUMP ADMINISTRATION STILL HIDING 3 MILLION EPSTEIN FILES
Congressman Lou Correa (CA-46) released the following statement after signing onto Congressman Thomas Massie’s discharge petition to force a vote on Epstein Files Transparency Act II, a follow up bill that would give survivors, state…
“I again signed onto another one of Congressman Massie’s petitions because survivors and state attorneys general need the power to take the U.S. Attorney General to court and get answers. We cannot let sexual predators get away with sex crimes, in which many of their victims appear to be young children. We must not let…”
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CORREA OPPOSES GOP VOTER SUPPRESSION EFFORTS, AGAIN
Republicans continue to push voter suppression efforts ahead of the November elections Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Lou Correa (CA-46) released the following statement on his ‘no’ vote on H. Res. 1490, a GOP bill that calls for the…
“As I have said time and time again: Non-citizens are already barred from registering and voting in federal elections. Break that law, and you’re looking at jail time or deportation. The only thing the SAVE America Act will do is create barriers for service members and everyday Americans to vote. Under these bills, a…”
Mentions H.Res. 1490 · voted Nay Sep 1, 2026, roll 649
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CORREA: BIPARTISAN DEAL KEEPS GOVERNMENT OPEN WITHOUT FUNDING BORDER PATROL
U.S. Representative Lou Correa (CA-46) released the following statement following his vote in favor of the bipartisan continuing resolution to keep the government funded through December 11, 2026.
“This bipartisan bill is a clear improvement over the House GOP version we voted on last month. Unlike the previous version, this bill does not include a backdoor to fund Border Patrol. It also temporarily blocks the White House Office of Management and Budget’s push to strip federal funding from schools and hospitals…”
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CORREA SECURES $850,000 IN FEDERAL FUNDING FOR SANTA ANA COLLEGE WORKFORCE TRAINING PROGRAMS
These dollars were used to create infrastructure for its Automotive Technology, Diesel-Electric Transportation Technology, and Robotics Manufacturing/Welding programs.
“Santa Ana College has always been a launching pad for opportunity in our community, and this funding makes sure it stays that way.”
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CORREA RELEASES REPORT ON THE TRUMP COST-OF-LIVING CRISIS
New data shows tariffs, the Iran war, and the "Big Beautiful Bill" are driving up costs for families Santa Ana, CA — U.S. Representative Lou Correa (CA-46) released a report titledThe Trump Cost-of-Living Crisis in CA-46: How the…
“are driving up costs for families Santa Ana, CA — U.S. Representative Lou Correa (CA-46) released a report titledThe Trump Cost-of-Living Crisis in CA-46: How the Administration Is Making Life More Unaffordable, detailing how President Trump's tariff taxes, his war with Iran, and his so-called”
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U.S. Representatives Lou Correa (D-CA), Ranking Member of the Border Security and Enforcement Subcommittee, Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, and Shri Thanedar (D-MI), Ranking Member of the…
“Given ICE’s horrific record of violence against the public, the agency must not be allowed to equip its officers and agents with a device that demands both significant training for and restraint by its users.”
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CORREA REINTRODUCES RESOLUTION DESIGNATING AUGUST CHICANO HERITAGE MONTH
U.S. Representative Lou Correa (CA-46) released the following statement on his reintroduction of a resolution to honor August as Chicano Heritage Month.
“At a time when anti-immigrant sentiment is at an all-time high in the wake of President Trump’s inflammatory rhetoric about immigrants, now more than ever we must remember the stories of these immigrants – who are also American heroes. We must remember the Chicanos who challenged injustice, opened doors for generations…”
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CORREA, DE LA CRUZ REAUTHORIZE NATIONAL DIABETES PREVENTION PROGRAM
U.S. Representatives Lou Correa (D-CA) and Monica De La Cruz (R-TX) introduced the bipartisan Diabetes Prevention Program Reauthorization Act.
“For many of our neighbors in Orange County and for millions of Americans across the country, the financial and health impacts of type 2 diabetes are very real, and incredibly devastating.”
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U.S. Representative Lou Correa (CA-46) presented a check for $1,000,000 in federal funding to the City of Anaheim for the Boysen Park Improvements Project.
“I grew up playing Little League at Boysen. And I watched my sons play Little League at Boysen as well. Boysen Park made a difference in my life, the lives of my friends, and the lives of countless others. This investment of our tax dollars will ensure that Boysen continues to be a safe place for families to come and…”
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CORREA, GROTHMAN INTRODUCE PERM BACKLOG REDUCTION ACT TO ADDRESS GREEN CARD PROCESSING DELAYS
Congressmen and Lou Correa (D-CA) and Glenn Grothman (R-WI) introduced the PERM Backlog Reduction Act, legislation to reduce costly delays in the Department of Labor's Program Electronic Review Management (PERM) system, which employers use…
“Businesses and employers across the country are trying to create jobs and grow our economy, but they're being held back by unnecessary government delays.”
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CORREA, MERKLEY LAUNCH NEW EFFORT TO FIX MISLEADING RECYCLING LABELS
Truth in Labeling Act Aims to Restore Consumers’ Confidence in Packaging Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Lou Correa (D-CA) and U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) and announced their new Truth in Labeling Act of 2026.
“People shouldn't have to question whether something belongs in the recycling bin or the trash.”