Representative Mónica De La Cruz, Republican from Texas

Mónica De La Cruz

Representative · Texas · Republican

Mónica De La Cruz

Biography
Mónica De La Cruz built her career as a small business owner in Texas’s Rio Grande Valley before entering public service. Elected in 2022, she represents Texas’s 15th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. De La Cruz focuses on border security, economic growth, and improving health care access for her constituents. She has served on the House Committee on Financial Services and has advocated for increased funding to bolster border infrastructure. De La Cruz approaches her work with a results-driven mindset, aiming to amplify the voices and concerns of South Texas families in Congress.
Education
  • B.B.A. in Marketing, University of Texas, San Antonio, TX
    1997
Professional History

  • U.S. Representative

    2023–Present

    Represented Texas's 15th congressional district for 2 terms.

  • Insurance Agent and Business Owner

    Worked as an insurance agent and operated her own business in Texas prior to her election to Congress.

  • Employee, Cartoon Network Latin America

    Worked for Cartoon Network Latin America following an internship with Turner Entertainment.

  • Intern, Turner Entertainment

    Completed an internship with Turner Entertainment early in her career.

Policy Focus
Agriculture and Food19%
Immigration13%
International Affairs13%
Housing and Community Development11%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Mónica De La Cruz's record in Congress.

  • Veterans' Health Access

    Advocated for improved healthcare access and resources for veterans in South Texas.

  • Border Security Funding

    Supported increased federal funding for border security initiatives in the Rio Grande Valley.

  • Small Business Support

    Promoted policies to expand resources and reduce regulatory burdens for small businesses in her district.

  • Agricultural Disaster Assistance

    Worked to secure federal disaster relief for local farmers affected by severe weather events.

Committee Assignments
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  • House Committee on Agriculture
  • House Committee on Financial Services

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