Press Releases

Washington, DC –On Wednesday, Congresswoman Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) hosted a roundtable discussion between federal, state and city officials aimed at finding ways to ensure New York City small firms impacted by Hurricane Sandy receive assistance they need to fully recover.

Washington, DC – Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) issued the following statement marking Asian Pacific American Heritage Month:

"As Chinatown's Congressional Representative, I'm especially proud of the countless contributions Asian Americans have made to our City's cultural and economic fabric.

Washington, DC – Two Brooklyn organizations that advocate for fairer and more affordable housing in New York City are receiving additional resources from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) announced today. Brooklyn Legal Services Corporation and South Brooklyn Legal Corporation are receiving $975,000, collectively, to continue providing legal and other services to working families in Brooklyn.

Washington, DC - Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY), the top Democrat of the House Committee on Small Business, released a report today detailing the severe harm that the Republican "Ryan Budget" for Fiscal Year 2015 would impose on small businesses. The text of her remarks are below. The full report may be downloaded here.

Washington, DC – Two legislative measures authored by Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY), have been approved by the House Committee on Small Business. Velázquez, the top Democrat on the Committee, said the measures would help New York entrepreneurs grow their businesses and create good paying, local jobs.

Washington, DC –Congresswoman Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) released the following statement regarding the Chinese New Year:

“As Chinese New Yorkers observe the Lunar New Year, I wish everyone the best for a joyous holiday. This celebration is not only tremendous fun, but also an important part of our City’s diverse cultural fabric. As friends and family in our community gather together honoring their traditions, I wish everyone luck in the Year of the Horse.”

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Washington, DC –Congresswoman Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) released the following statement regarding the President’s State of the Union Address:

Washington, DC –Congresswoman Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) released the following statement regarding reductions to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) that passed the U.S. House of Representatives today: