SUSIE FELIZ

Advocated for federal policies and appropriations that expand the supply and preservation of affordable housing, sustain housing-counseling services, and improve access to homeownership, including the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act.

Advocated for immigration policies that are constitutional, accountable, and nondiscriminatory. Opposed provisions in budget reconciliation and appropriations legislation that would substantially expand immigration detention and enforcement without corresponding civil-rights protections. Supported enforceable Department of Homeland Security safeguards related to judicial warrants, sensitive locations, officer identification, body-worn cameras, due process, detention conditions, and congressional oversight of enforcement activities.

Advocated for protections against unlawful government surveillance and the improper collection, use, or sharing of sensitive personal information for immigration-enforcement purposes. Raised concerns regarding interagency access to personal data and supported stronger privacy protections, transparency requirements, and congressional oversight.

Advocated for reducing health coverage enrollment and renewal burdens, expanding streamlined and automatic eligibility processes, and preserving affordable coverage for low-income and underserved communities. Also opposed proposals related to silver loading and cost-sharing reduction repayments that could increase premiums and reduce access to affordable coverage.

Advocated for robust funding for federal education and workforce-development programs, including services for English learners, job training, and programs authorized under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.

Engaged Congress on fiscal year 2027 appropriations and budget reconciliation legislation affecting health coverage, nutrition assistance, housing, education, workforce development, civil rights, and immigration enforcement. Supported continued federal investment in programs serving working families and opposed provisions that would reduce access to essential services or expand enforcement activities without adequate accountability and civil-liberties protections.