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Washington, DC –Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) released the following statement today recognizing the start of this year's Hispanic Heritage Month:
"Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to honor the history, culture and achievements of our Latino communities. From starting millions of small businesses, to protecting our freedoms by bravely serving in our Armed Forces, Hispanic Americans touch, shape and contribute to every segment of American life.
Measure Introduced Following Irma
Washington, DC – After airline ticket fares skyrocketed before and following Hurricane Irma, Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) has introduced legislation to cap airfares when a disaster has been declared. Under Velázquez's bill, the "AirFAIR Act", when a state, territory or U.S. possession makes a disaster declaration, airlines would be prohibited from making price hikes exceeding 30%. Furthermore, the Department of Transportation would have authority to further reduce the maximum allowed price increase during catastrophes.
Washington, DC – The U.S. House of Representatives has passed an amendment authored by Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) to increase funding for investment in public housing infrastructure. Her amendment, which was added to the "omnibus spending bill", would add $2 million to the Department of Housing and Urban Development's Public Housing Capital Fund.
Washington, DC –Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) released the following statement regarding the anniversary of 9/11:
Washington, DC –Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) will host a "DACA Know Your Rights Town Hall" in Brooklyn on Sunday. The purpose of this gathering is to connect the community with policy and legal experts to discuss the changes to the program, and the DACA RENEWAL process.
WHO: Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY)
Local Immigration Experts
WHAT: DACA Know Your Rights Town Hall
WHEN: Sunday, September 10th at 2 p.m.
Washington, DC – Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) released the following statement opposing the Trump Administration's decision to roll back Deferred Actions for Childhood Arrivals (DACA):
"The President previously said that Dreamers have little reason to worry because he has a ‘big heart.' Today's decision belies that statement and makes clear the callous and hateful ideology that is driving this Administration's policies.
Washington, DC – Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) released the following statement regarding racist graffiti that was found at Beth Hachasidim DePolen Synagogue and on an Upper West Side Methodist church:
"Acts of hate have no place anywhere in our society and we must always be unified in condemning them. Given recent national events it is more important than ever that we stand united in sending a clear message that there is no room for hate in our City. I urge the New York Police Department to swiftly investigate these appalling crimes.
Washington, DC – Through the annual appropriations process, Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) has secured language directing the Department of Education, to work closely with Puerto Rico to identify and address technical assistance needs. This crucial step will enhance the federal government's role in assisting the people of Puerto Rico. Velázquez was instrumental in urging the Department of Education to provide technical assistance to Puerto Rico during this year's appropriations process.