CORREA CONVENES ORANGE COUNTY HEALTH LEADERS ON H.R. 1'S TOLL, ONE YEAR LATER

Convened health leaders to discuss impact of H.R. 1 Medi-Cal cuts on Orange County residents.

“One year ago, I voted no on H.R. 1 because I knew who would get hurt”

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CORREA INTRODUCES VETS AND PETS ACT TO IMPROVE VETERANS’ MENTAL AND PHYSICAL HEALTH

Introduced bill to create VA grant program providing companion pets for eligible veterans.

“Our Veterans put their lives on the line to defend our democracy and our freedom, and too many came home carrying wounds we can’t always see”

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CORREA, 39 COLLEAGUES DEMAND ANSWERS ON THE DETENTIONS OF U.S. CITIZENS BY IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT

Led letter demanding DHS answers on detentions of U.S. citizens during immigration enforcement.

“We write to express concerns over the continued detention of U.S. citizens by Department of Homeland Security (DHS) personnel during immigration enforcement operations and to request clarity regarding documentation necessary to prove citizenship or legal authorization to be present in the United States.”

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CORREA, SMITH INTRODUCE BIPARTISAN BRIGHT BEGINNINGS ACT TO EXPAND CHILDCARE FOR CHILDREN WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES

Introduced bipartisan bill creating $10,000 tax credit for childcare providers serving children with developmental disabilities.

“Every child deserves a safe, supportive place to learn and grow, and every parent deserves peace of mind while they work.”

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CORREA INTRODUCES BILL TO PREVENT AND TREAT SILICOSIS, PROTECT WORKERS IN ORANGE COUNTY

Introduced bill to fund silicosis prevention, screening and treatment programs.

“No worker should lose their ability to breathe because of the job they do to support their family”

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CORREA PRESENTS $1,092,000 IN FEDERAL FUNDING TO ELIMINATE PFAS CONTAMINATION FROM IMPACTED WATER WELLS

Secured $1.092 million in federal funding to eliminate PFAS contamination from Santa Ana water wells.

“This is the third time I have secured federal funding to support the betterment of our water, with over $5.5 million having been allocated to funding water treatment, clean water well construction, and contamination cleanup projects in our district”

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CORREA INTRODUCES BIPARTISAN BILL TO FREE INNOCENT PARTNERS FROM DEBT THEY DIDN'T CREATE

Introduced bipartisan bill to protect innocent partners from fraud-related debt.

“If you didn't commit the fraud, you shouldn't carry the debt for the rest of your life”

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CORREA, TLAIB REINTRODUCE RESOLUTION HONORING ALEX ODEH

Reintroduced resolution honoring Alex Odeh and seeking justice for his murder.

“Alex Odeh was a teacher, a poet, and a man of peace, and he was murdered in our community simply for speaking up for civil and human rights”

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Recognizing Seva Collective

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize SEVA Collective, a nonprofit based in the City of Santa Ana, for their diligent efforts in supporting our communities in need. Since its inception, SEVA Collective has served over 5.5 million meals, establishing methods to tackle food insecurity for…

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CORREA, BERGMAN INTRODUCE BILL TO FIND ALTERNATIVES FOR DANGEROUS OPIOIDS HARMING VETERAN COMMUNITIES

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 PATH Caucus Releases Report Outlining Recommendations for Safe Integration of Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy

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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CORREA, 56 COLLEAGUES DEMAND ANSWERS ABOUT THE QUALITY OF REPRESENTATION FOR CHILDREN FACING DEPORTATION ALONE

Led 56 colleagues demanding quality legal representation for unaccompanied immigrant children in deportation proceedings.

“We write to demand answers regarding the fairness of the legal process and the quality of representation being provided to unaccompanied children under the new legal services contracts for Our Rescue and the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI).”

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Recognizing Community Leader Andy Nogal on His Retirement

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Andy Nogal, Deputy Director for the Housing & Community Development Department of the City of Anaheim, on his retirement. For the past 24 years, Andy has served as a key member of the City of Anaheim's Housing & Community Development Department, holding…

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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.”

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Honoring Harriet Jane Friis

Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor the life of Harriet Jane Friis, who recently passed away at the age of 94. Harriet was an Orange County native and a resident of the city of Orange. Harriet worked as a librarian at the Long Beach Public Library and had a passion for history. Harriet was active in the…

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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.”

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Honoring Father Bill Cao

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Father Bill Cao, an Orange County Pastor who has dedicated his life in service to those around him. His impact on Orange County through his work as a pastor is felt throughout all corners of our community. Father Cao was born in Saigon, Vietnam a couple years…

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CORREA HONORS THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF SENATOR JOHN SEYMOUR

Introduced bipartisan resolution honoring late Senator John Seymour's life and public service.

“John Seymour spent his life serving California – as a Marine, a mayor, and a senator”

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Honoring Consul of Mexico, Maxaira Baltazar

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Consul of Mexico, Maxaira Baltazar, for her 20 years of leadership and experience in consular affairs and bilateral relations. Maxaira first began her career in Del Rio, Texas, where served as Consul for Protection and Legal Affairs, later being assigned to…

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CORREA, EVANS INTRODUCE BIPARTISAN BILL TO IMPROVE TRANSPARENCY OF SBA SPANISH-LANGUAGE RESOURCES

Introduced bipartisan bill to improve transparency of SBA Spanish-language resources for entrepreneurs.

“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.”

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CORREA VOTES NO ON WEAPONIZING STUDENT AID

Voted against bill conditioning student aid on Israel boycott positions.

“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

Voted against GOP constitutional amendment to permanently keep Supreme Court at nine justices.

“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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Recognizing Dukku Lee

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to highlight Dukku Lee. Mr. Lee is retiring from his position as general manager of Anaheim Public Utilities, where he oversaw the electric and water utilities for over 350,000 residents, 15,000 businesses, and 25 million visitors annually. In his 33 years in the industry,…

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BREAKING: DOJ RULING OUTLINES NEW PATH TO STRIP FEDERAL FUNDING FROM STATES THAT DON’T AID TRUMP’S MASS DEPORTATION PUSH

Condemned DOJ legal opinion outlining path to strip federal funding from states not aiding mass deportations.

“This is a blatant attempt to turn every state government in the country into an arm of ICE”

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