Today, Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-40), the lead author of the American Dream and Promise Act (H.R. 6) and an original co-author of the Dream Act, issued the following statement about the Supreme Court's ruling on the future of the DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) program: “Today is a happy and historic day for America and our Dreamers. With the Supreme Court ruling against the Trump Administration’s arbitrary and capricious effort to destroy the DACA program, thousands ... Read more

House Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee Chairwoman Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-40) has written to officials at the Departments of Homeland Security (DHS) and Health and Human Services (HHS) demanding action to protect the rights and well-being of unaccompanied children. Chairwoman Roybal-Allard wrote these letters with Congressional Hispanic Caucus Chairman Joaquin Castro (TX-20), House Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Appropriations Subcommittee Chairwoman Rosa DeLauro ... Read more

Today, Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-40) highlighted a new congressional report detailing the dire costs of a Census undercount in California’s 40th Congressional District. Census data is used for determining how much funding the 40th District receives for critical services like education, medical care, foster care, roads, public transit, and job programs. Census data also helps local governments enhance public safety and prepare for emergencies. The new report, which can be read here,... Read more

Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-40) supported the House’s passage of the Heroes Act (H.R. 6800), a crucial new response to the massive health and economic crises created by the coronavirus. She issued the following statement: “I strongly support the House Majority’s Heroes Act which is a critical and urgent response in our fight to defeat the COVID-19 catastrophe. As the unimaginable toll of this virus continues to mount, an economic disaster is also unfolding in ... Read more

Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-40), the lead author of H.R. 6, the Dream and Promise Act, has sent a letter with over 100 fellow House Democrats to Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell calling on him to bring H.R. 6 to a vote. The Dream and Promise Act, which passed the House of Representatives on June 4, 2019 by a bipartisan vote of 237-187, will provide a pathway to citizenship for Dreamers, as well as Temporary Protected Status (TPS) and Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) beneficiar... Read more

Today, Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-40) applauded the House’s passage of historic Families and Workers-First legislation, which then went to the president’s desk for his signature. “I am proud to support the CARES Act, a historic piece of legislation, as part of House Democrats’ ongoing effort to bring urgently needed relief to families, workers, and small businesses in our 40th District and across America,” said Rep. Roybal-Allard. “While this legislation is a crucial step in the rig... Read more

House Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee Chairwoman Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-40) issued the following statement about President Trump’s announcements restricting travel with Mexico and Canada: “I have spoken with Acting Homeland Security Secretary Wolf and have shared my concerns about how to best balance our responsibilities to control the spread of the COVID-19 virus with the responsibilities we have to protect those who are seeking protection from oppressive governments, including... Read more

House Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee Chairwoman Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-40) issued the following response to news that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) will not carry out enforcement operations at or near health care facilities during the coronavirus crisis: "Our government should never, ever force anyone, including immigrants, to put their lives, or the lives of their loved ones or neighbors, at risk by avoiding medical care. During the COVID-19 public health cris... Read more

House Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee Chairwoman Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-40) led the subcommittee’s hearing today about the fiscal year 2021 budget request for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The witness was ICE Acting Director Matthew Albence. The chairwoman’s opening statement is below. Today, we welcome Matthew Albence, the Acting Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Thank you for being here this morning. As you are aware, we continue to monito... Read more

House Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee Chairwoman Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-40) led the subcommittee’s hearing today about U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s fiscal year 2021 budget request. The witness was Acting CBP Commissioner Mark Morgan. The chairwoman’s opening statement is below. Today, we welcome the Acting Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Mark Morgan. Mr. Morgan, thank you for being here today. We look forward to getting your perspective on CBP’s prior... Read more