Today, Representatives Veronica Escobar (TX-16) and Maggie Goodlander (NH-2) led a group of ten Democratic Members of Congress in a letter to Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA) Doug Collins expressing their concern for the apparent lack of support for the VA Advisory Committee on Women Veterans (ACWV).
The full letter can be found here or below:
Secretary Collins:
We… Read more »
Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) released the following statement on the Russia sanctions bill:
“I strongly support holding Russia accountable for its brutal war against Ukraine, and I believe strong, targeted sanctions are an important tool to pressure Vladimir Putin and his regime and to support Ukraine’s defense against Russian aggression.
“That’s why I supported… Read more »
Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) released the following statement on the Ratepayer Protection Act:
“After months of urging the Republican majority to allow the House to vote on data center regulation legislation, the only bill they are allowing to move forward is the Ratepayer Protection Act, which requires tech companies to pay for the energy generation and consumption of… Read more »
Tonight, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) will be hosting her fourth Congressional Commendation Ceremony, recognizing a group of outstanding El Pasoans whose work has strengthened the community across fields including education, public service, the arts, science, and advocacy.
“It is a privilege as our community’s federal representative to recognize the strength, resilience, and… Read more »
Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) introduced the DHS Community Consultation Act of 2026, a bill that would create new requirements for the Department of Homeland Security before building or establishing immigration detention facilities.
“It’s far too easy for the federal government to create chaos and confusion and leave communities in the dark,” said Congresswoman Escobar.… Read more »
Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) released the following statement after voting to fund the federal government:
“Today, I voted in favor of the Senate legislation to fund our government, protect vulnerable populations, continue funding vital programs, and avoid yet another Republican shutdown.
“This is a bipartisan Continuing Resolution (CR) that funds our government through… Read more »
Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) sent a letter to Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Chairwoman Brooke Paup requesting that TCEQ answer questions about the Marathon Refinery Incident from earlier this month. This letter to the TCEQ follows the Congresswoman's call on the EPA to investigate the incident.
The full letter can be found here or below:
Dear… Read more »
Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16), co-author of the Dignity Act, released the following statement on Representative María Salazar’s Trip to the Vatican to meet with His Holiness Pope Leo XIV:
"I’m thrilled that my colleague and legislative partner, Rep. Salazar, spoke with Pope Leo XIV about our legislation, the Dignity Act.
"Pope Leo has affirmed again and again the… Read more »
Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) released the following statement after visiting Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) La Tuna:
"My team and I just completed our oversight visit at La Tuna, which has been slated to be shut down next year, leaving hundreds of federal employees without their jobs and even more detainees whose families and lawyers are here in this community… Read more »
Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) sent a letter to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin and EPA Region 6 Administrator Scott Mason strongly urging the agency to launch an investigation into last week's incident at the Marathon Petroleum Refinery in El Paso.
The full letter can be found here or below:
Dear Administrator Zeldin and Regional… Read more »
