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Washington, DC – President Barack Obama has signed the 2009 Omnibus Appropriations bill into law, providing vital resources for projects in New York’s 12th Congressional District. The funding bill includes $3.5 million in new resources that will strengthen successful local programs and create new jobs in the community, Congresswoman Nydia M. Velázquez (D-N.Y.) today announced.
Velázquez says thousands of New York homes will be saved
Washington, DC –The U.S. House of Representatives approved the “Helping Families Save Their Homes Act” last night to provide immediate assistance to families at risk of losing their homes.
Washington, DC – Congresswoman Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) joined colleagues in the U.S. House of Representatives to introduce legislation yesterday that would expand access to quality health care for New York City’s medically-underserved neighborhoods.
Washington, DC –On Tuesday evening, Congresswoman Nydia M. Velázquez (D-N.Y.) addressed more than 800 Hispanic leaders from across the United States who gathered for the National Council of La Raza (NCLR) Capital Awards Gala at the National Buildings Museum.
Washington, DC –The 2009 Omnibus Appropriations bill approved today in the U.S. House of Representatives includes $3.5 million to benefit community projects in New York’s 12th Congressional District, Congresswoman Nydia M. Velázquez (D-N.Y.) announced.
Washington, DC – On Tuesday evening, President Barack Obama addressed a Joint Session of Congress to present his plan to tackle the nation’s economic crisis and prepare for future growth with key investments in health care, education and energy. Congresswoman Nydia M. Velázquez (D-N.Y.) voiced support for the President’s comprehensive approach to getting the nation back on track.
WASHINGTON, DC - Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) released the following statement today in response to the Administration’s “Homeowner Affordability and Stability Plan”:
“We need this economic recovery package to stop the cycle of job loss that has crippled New York City and the entire nation. Only if we get people back to work and help them afford their basic needs, will spending start up again and our economy begin to recover,” said Velázquez.
“Safeguarding the health of families near the Meeker Avenue plume, and in the larger Newtown Creek area, must be a top priority. I will continue to fight for the resources needed to clean-up these hazardous conditions,” CongresswomanVelázquez said.
“Every person deserves the right to high-quality, affordable health care, and this bill will help thousands of New York’s children receive just that,” said Congresswoman Velázquez. “Healthy children are more likely to do well in school and have fewer medical problems as they get older, giving them a greater chance to succeed and more opportunities for a better future.”