Press Releases
Washington, D.C. — Today, Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) sent a letter demanding that both the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Financial Oversight and Management Board for Puerto Rico provide diligent oversight of federal contracts awarded to rebuild the Island after Hurricane Maria. After disturbing news reports that a company chosen to repair Puerto Rico's electric grid may not have been properly vetted, Velázquez is concerned over an apparent lack of oversight.
Washington, DC –Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) released the following statement regarding the rap video "Happy Ending" by hip-hop performer "Hopsin":
Washington, DC –Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) released the following statement regarding the passing of Eddie Chiu, a tireless and beloved advocate for the residents of New York City's Chinatown.
"Eddie was a pillar of our local community, always looking out for his neighbors and steadfastly working to empower New York's Asian American and immigrant communities. As the leader of the Lin Sing Association, Eddie was widely known throughout the Chinatown community as a humble and tireless voice for the people.
Washington, DC –Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) spoke today on the House floor regarding the emergency supplemental appropriations bill for disaster relief. Below are her remarks, as prepared for delivery:
Washington, DC –Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) released the following statement regarding the tragic death of New York Fire Department EMT Kevin Liang, who was killed on September 30th, while riding his motorcycle on the Kosciuszko Bridge.
"My deepest condolences are with the loved ones of Mr. Liang. A dedicated civil servant, Mr. Liang had spent two years as an EMT with our city's fire department. Moreover, he had recently passed his test to become a firefighter, and was on his way to celebrate with family.
Washington, DC –Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) released the following statement regarding the President's Tweets this morning suggesting he may attempt to withdraw federal assistance from Puerto Rico:
"The President of the United States' most solemn duty is to protect the safety and the security of the American people. By suggesting he might abdicate this responsibility for our fellow citizens in Puerto Rico, Mr. Trump has called into question his ability to lead.
Washington, DC –Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) released the following statement regarding the emergency supplemental appropriations bill for disaster relief:
Washington, DC –Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) issued the following statement today in response to the Trump Administration's recently announced immigration priorities:
"President Trump's new demands to crack down on immigration are completely antithetical to America's long history as a land of opportunity. By stripping away protections for unaccompanied minors at the border to building a wall at the expense of American taxpayers, these ‘priorities' are beyond heartless.
Washington, DC –Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) issued the following statement today regarding the Trump Administration's decision to scale back the Clean Power Plan:
"In recent weeks, our country has been devastated by extreme weather catastrophes. From Puerto Rico to California, hurricanes and massive wildfires have upended entire communities and cost lives.