Press Releases

Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) issued the following statement in the wake of the tragic school shooting in Parkland, Florida.

"No family should ever have to endure the horror of losing a child or loved one. On February 14^th, the lives of 17 students and educators were taken by a senseless act of gun violence in Parkland, Florida. New Yorkers and Americans across the country are heartbroken by this tragedy – but they are also demanding real action.

Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) issued the following statement as the United States Supreme Court prepares to hear oral arguments on February 26^th in the case Janus v. AFSCME Council 31.

"Throughout American history, unions have played a pivotal role in helping working people improve their workplaces, provide for their families and pursue the American dream. When union membership is high, entire communities are more prosperous.

Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) issued the following statement after Special Counsel Robert Mueller released indictments against 13 Russian nationals and 3 Russian entities for violating U.S. law, including intentionally interfering with American elections.

"It should now be abundantly clear to every American that Russia actively sought to undermine our democracy and will continue to do so.

Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) issued the following statement recognizing the start of the Lunar New Year.

"As families gather in the coming weeks, let me wish a joyous celebration to all those observing the Lunar New Year. A time to honor ancestors, bring life to cherished traditions and celebrate a year full of hard work, may this Year of the Dog create many new memories.

QUEENS, NY – U.S. Reps. Grace Meng (D-Queens) and Nydia M. Velázquez (D-Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan) yesterday sent a letter to the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) urging an inspection of the highway-rail crossings in Maspeth after crossing signals failed to activate at the intersection of 56th Street and Flushing Avenue.

Washington, DC –Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) commented today on the Trump Administration's Fiscal Year 2019 Budget proposal:

Washington, DC – Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) issued the following statement regarding government funding legislation to be considered in the U.S. House of Representatives today:

Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) announced that multiple local early education centers within New York's 7^th Congressional district have received federal grants to bolster their Head Start programs. Around the country, Head Start centers support low-income children and their families by providing comprehensive early childhood education, health and nutrition services.