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Washington, DC – With the 113th Congress officially convening today, Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) introduced a package of six bills. The legislation touches a range of issue areas important to New Yorkers, including health care, retirement security and capital formation for small businesses.

Washington, DC – Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) released the following statement today, calling on the House of Representatives to take up legislation providing relief for areas affected by Hurricane Sandy:

“It is unconscionable that Congress would leave town without addressing the unprecedented damages from Hurricane Sandy.

Washington, DC – Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) released the following statement today:

“In the wake of this unthinkable tragedy, it is time for a new national conversation about the role of guns in American life. The President was correct in his assessment that we can no longer tolerate these tragedies and in calling for swift action on this issue.”

Washington, DC –Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) joined fellow Puerto Ricans today in condemning the murder of Jose Enrique Gomez, a 34 year old publicist who lost his life in a gruesome attack in early November. Velázquez also took issue with the television gossip program 'La Comay', which had intimated in one its broadcasts that Gomez's death was due to his private life.

Washington, DC –Rep. Nydia Velázquez (D-NY) released the following statement regarding the current conflict in the Middle East:

“Hamas’ ongoing rocket attacks on Israel are unacceptable. I stand with the state of Israel and support its right to self-defense.”

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Washington, DC –A forum on Tuesday, November 20th will help New York City businesses learn about local and federal resources available to them in the wake of Hurricane Sandy. Rep. Nydia M.

Washington, DC –Rep. Nydia Velázquez (D-NY) delivered the following statement today on the floor of the House of Representatives:

Washington, DC –Rep. Nydia Velázquez (D-NY) sent the following letter to President Obama today calling for quick and comprehensive assistance to all residents and businesses impacted by Sandy:

November 1, 2012

The Honorable Barack Obama
President of the United States
The White House
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue
Washington, DC 20500