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Washington, DC –Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) has introduced a bill to posthumously award a Congressional gold medal to Rabbi Michoel Ber Weissmandl, a testament to his heroic legacy of protecting the Jewish people during the Holocaust.

"At a time when the stakes could not have been higher, Rabbi Weissmandl took brave risks, ultimately saving lives," said Rep. Velázquez. "It is with the utmost respect that I've introduced a bill to award him with a Congressional gold medal—the highest civilian award in the United States."

Washington, DC –Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) released the following statement regarding HUD Secretary Ben Carson's visit to New York City and the New York Stock Exchange:

"Rather than visiting Wall Street, I would hope Secretary Carson would spend all his time in New York City gathering a deeper understanding of the perennial housing challenges facing New Yorkers.

Washington, DC –Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) released the following statement regarding the plebiscite held in Puerto Rico:

Washington, DC –Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) spoke today on the House floor in opposition to H.R. 10, the Financial "Wrong Choice Act" which would gut consumer protections created under the Dodd-Frank Act.

"Mr. Chairman, my colleagues seem to suffer from a case of policymaking amnesia. I was here in 2008 as our nation stood on the edge of financial ruin. I will never forget those dark days.

Washington, DC – Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) released the following statement regarding news that Andrew Olmem has been granted a waiver by the White House to work on issues affecting Puerto Rico's financial crisis. Previously, while in the private sector, Olmem lobbied on behalf of hedge fund clients that held Puerto Rican debt.

Washington, DC –Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) released the following statement regarding 2017 Pride Month:

"Throughout decades of struggle and oppression, LGBT leaders have overcome enormous barriers to pave the way for groundbreaking victories for equality. As we mark the beginning of Pride Month, it is our collective duty to ensure that our society treats every human being with respect, equality and dignity.

Washington, DC – Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) issued the following statement regarding reports that President Trump has decided to withdraw from the Paris Climate Accord:

"President Trump's decision is immoral and places our entire planet's future in jeopardy. The United States cannot afford to abdicate our leadership role in tackling the challenge of climate change and a withdrawal from the Paris Climate Accord would do exactly that.

Washington, DC – Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) issued the following statement regarding reports that three supervisors at Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) have been charged with sexual assault: