Press Releases
Washington, DC – Concerned with the detrimental health impact of coal ash waste piles and other byproducts of the coal industry, Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) has led 37 of her colleagues in a letter to Acting Administrator Jane Nishida of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) calling upon the Agency to restore the 2015 Coal Ash Rule, which aims to protect communities from hazardous coal ash waste by regulating means of disposal.
Lawmakers Say Executive Branch Ought to Use its Authority to Grant TPS Protections to Nicaragua, Honduras, Guatemala, and El Salvador
Congresswoman is Joined by Reps. Ocasio-Cortez, Grijalva, Soto, and R. Torres
Washington, DC – Congresswoman Nydia M. Velázquez (D-N.Y.) issued the following statement recognizing the start of the New Lunar Year:
"The Lunar New Year is a time to celebrate, pay tribute to ancestors, honor a year of hard work, and welcome in the all the possibilities a new year can bring. Our Asian and Asian American communities are integral to the soul of New York City, and I am proud to see this celebration continue to enrich our city's vibrant cultural tapestry.
U.S. Rep. Nydia Velazquez (D-NY) and U.S. Rep. Bill Pascrell, Jr. (D-NJ) announced today that under the Disaster Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, the federal government will award the U.S.
U.S. Rep. Nydia Velázquez (D-NY) and U.S. Rep. Bill Pascrell, Jr. (D-NJ) announced today that under the Disaster Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, the federal government will award the U.S.
U.S. Rep. Nydia Velázquez (D-NY) and U.S. Rep. Bill Pascrell, Jr. (D-NJ) announced today that under the Disaster Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, the federal government will award the U.S.
Washington, DC – As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to ravage the economy, Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) has introduced legislation that would exempt Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation (FPUC) benefits from counting as taxable income. In the CARES Act, passed in the early months of the pandemic, Congress authorized additional funding for weekly unemployment benefits, and has since extended the program through March 14, 2021. To ease the financial burden on struggling families, Velázquez's bill would make federal unemployment payments tax-free.
Washington, DC - Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) released the following statement regarding the passing of Andres Rodriguez II:
"I am deeply saddened by the recent passing of Andres Rodriguez II (Andy). He was a dear friend, entrepreneur, veteran, community leader, and loving dad.
Washington, D.C. – Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) has re-introduced the Hear our Heroes Act, which would provide crucial health benefits for veterans injured while serving in the armed forces. Specifically, the legislation would help veterans suffering from tinnitus or hearing loss to obtain medical care through the Veterans Administration (VA).