Press Releases

Washington, D.C.­­ –Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) released the statement below today. In addition, a video message from the Congresswoman is available online here.

Washington, D.C.­­ – The U.S. House of Representatives has approved an amendment authored by Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) aimed at advancing the cleanup of Caño Martín Peña, a 3.7-mile channel in San Juan that has long been plagued with environmental problems.

Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) announced that early education centers within New York's 7^th Congressional District have received federal grants to continue their Head Start programs.

"The value of Head Start programs are well documented, and I am proud to announce that these Brooklyn-based centers will receive federal funding to continue educating our youngest New Yorkers," said Velázquez. "Early educational intervention is a proven strategy to foster positive educational outcomes for children."

Washington, D.C.­­ – The House Committee on Financial Services has approved a measure authored by Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) that would reform the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and better help policyholders receive compensation under their policies after flooding damage.

"Following Hurricane Sandy, New Yorkers saw up close many problems in the flood insurance program," Velázquez said. "This legislation makes targeted changes so the program works more efficiently and, policyholders receive timely payment on their claims."

Washington, DC –Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) commented today on the housing deal reached by state lawmakers in Albany:

Washington, D.C.­­ – Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) released the following statement regarding the helicopter crash in Manhattan:

Washington, D.C.­­ –Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) commented today on House passage of Emergency Supplemental appropriations legislation, which includes funding for Puerto Rico.

"While I'm relieved Republicans finally saw reason and allowed this badly needed aid to move forward, it is shameful that it took so long to approve emergency assistance the House approved months ago. The funding included for Puerto Rico in this bill is desperately needed for our fellow citizens who have suffered tremendously for so long.

Dream & Promise Act Would Aid Dreamers, TPS & DED Beneficiaries

Washington, D.C.­­ – The U.S. House of Representatives has passed legislation authored by Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) that would protect recipients of Temporary Protected Status and Deferred Enforced Departure from deportation and provide those communities with a path to citizenship. Velázquez's bill, the "American Promise Act" passed as part of H.R. 6, House Democrats' flagship immigration bill, which also protects Dreamers.