Rep. María Elvira Salazar, a member of the U.S. House of Representatives, posted on January 21, 2026 about her participation in two significant congressional activities related to housing policy and regional security.
In a tweet dated January 21, 2026, Salazar stated: “Today, I’m joining Republicans on the @FinancialCmte to hold a hearing examining @HUDgov’s work under @SecretaryTurner and how our Housing for the 21st Century Act delivers real solutions to expand housing supply, improve affordability, and modernize federal housing programs.” In a follow-up post at nearly the same time, she provided access to the proceedings: “Watch live at: https://t.co/g7DmBfnMtX”.
Later that day, Salazar highlighted her role in advancing security legislation in another committee: “Today at the @HouseForeignGOP markup, I was proud to advance H.R. 4368, the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative. This legislation strengthens regional security, confronts corruption, and sends a clear message: the Caribbean is not for sale. America First means the Americas https://t.co/Az8haA4ei0” (January 21, 2026).
The Financial Services Committee oversees issues related to banking and housing finance policy in Congress. The Housing for the 21st Century Act is designed to address affordable housing shortages by increasing supply and updating federal programs ([source](https://financialservices.house.gov/about/history.htm)). Meanwhile, H.R. 4368—the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative—aims to bolster security partnerships between the United States and Caribbean nations by addressing organized crime and fostering regional stability ([source](https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/4368)).
Salazar represents Florida’s 27th congressional district and serves on committees relevant to both financial services and foreign affairs.