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Washington, DC – As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to ravage the economy, Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) has introduced legislation that would exempt Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation (FPUC) benefits from counting as taxable income. In the CARES Act, passed in the early months of the pandemic, Congress authorized additional funding for weekly unemployment benefits, and has since extended the program through March 14, 2021. To ease the financial burden on struggling families, Velázquez's bill would make federal unemployment payments tax-free.
Washington, DC - Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) released the following statement regarding the passing of Andres Rodriguez II:
"I am deeply saddened by the recent passing of Andres Rodriguez II (Andy). He was a dear friend, entrepreneur, veteran, community leader, and loving dad.
Washington, D.C. – Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) has re-introduced the Hear our Heroes Act, which would provide crucial health benefits for veterans injured while serving in the armed forces. Specifically, the legislation would help veterans suffering from tinnitus or hearing loss to obtain medical care through the Veterans Administration (VA).
Washington, D.C.— Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY), who is recovering at home from COVID-19, submitted the following remarks for the record during the House debate of her legislation, the Puerto Rico Recovery Accuracy in Disclosures Act of 2021:
Washington D.C. – Congresswoman Nydia Velázquez (D-N.Y.-07) along with U.S.
Washington, DC - Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) released the following statement regarding the passing of Lower East Side community leader Michael Steel:
Washington, DC – After a significant portion of Chinatown's business district was arbitrarily excluded from critical assistance due to their zip code, Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) has addressed a letter to Commissioner Jonnel Doris of the New York City Department of Small Business Services (SBS) asking the Department to qualifying the area's businesses for loans. The SBS' Low-to-Moderate Income (LMI) storefront program offers financial assistance to businesses suffering from a lack of revenue due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Washington, DC –Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) issued the following statement following the attacks and riots at the U.S. Capitol today:
"Today, America's highest ideals were shattered by a President who incited an act of domestic terrorism. This was an insurrection and direct attack on our Democracy, and tragically resulted in the loss of a life. All involved in today's attacks must be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.
Amid Pandemic, Proposes Bold Federal Investment to Repair Damaged Housing
Washington, DC – As the COVID-19 crisis continues to penetrate neighborhoods across America, Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) has introduced legislation that would allocate $70 billion in funding for public housing capital repairs and upgrades throughout the country. As damaged living conditions threaten the health and safety of public housing residents, this bill would facilitate a bold response to address maintenance and repair backlogs nationwide.
Washington, DC – To open the first legislative week of the 117th Congress, Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) has unveiled the COVID-19 Prevention and Awareness Act (CPAA), a bill that would allocate $2.12 billion in funding for grants to help community health centers prevent and address the pandemic for New Yorkers who have underlying health conditions, and are therefore more susceptible to the coronavirus.