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Congresswoman Escobar Introduces Legislation to Establish a 21st Century Asylum Process
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This critical legislation establishes a humane and equitable asylum process designed for America’s immigration realities in the 21st century. Joint Statement from Congresswoman Escobar and the El Paso State Legislative Delegation
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Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) and members of the El Paso State Legislative Delegation issued a statement on the new congressional district maps. Congresswoman Escobar Introduces Legislation to Protect Families of Fallen Sailors
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Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16), member of the House Armed Services Committee, announced the introduction of H.R. 5584, the Fairness for Fallen Sailors Act. Congresswoman Escobar Votes to Defend Reproductive Health Rights Against Dangerous Assaults, Enshrine Roe v. Wade Protections into Law
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“This year is on track to be the worst legislative year for women’s reproductive rights ever,” said Congresswoman Escobar. “In the face of the draconian Texas abortion ban, which erodes abortion access, Congress has the obligation to act with urgency to safeguard women’s reproductive freedom from the politicians who want to control it. I am proud to have co-led this effort to codify the protections of Roe v. Wade into law and call on the Senate to bring the Women’s Health Protection Act to the floor immediately.” Congresswoman Escobar Applauds Passage of FY22 NDAA Protecting El Paso’s Servicemembers and Securing Wins for El Paso
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Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16), member of the House Armed Services Committee, voted for H.R. 4350, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2022. Congresswoman Escobar Leads Members of the Texas Democratic Congressional Delegation Urging President Biden to Support Legislation to Protect Women’s Reproductive Freedom
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“You can help protect access to abortion in our state, and nationwide, now by supporting the passage of this critical legislation and taking any other measures at your disposal to support abortion access in Texas and across the country.” Congresswoman Escobar Statement in Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month
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“During Hispanic Heritage Month, America comes together to celebrate and recognize the incredible contributions of the Latinos who make up the rich and beautiful fabric of communities across our country." Congresswoman Escobar Introduces Legislation to Promote GSA Opportunities for American Businesses and Curb Market Domination of Big Tech
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The legislation is designed to protect and promote federal procurement opportunities for small, medium, and large American businesses by requiring the General Services Administration (GSA) to expand its pilot program and address Amazon’s anticompetitive behavior. Escobar and Menendez Lead Bicameral Letter Urging President Biden to Take All Necessary Legal Steps to Terminate Remain in Mexico Policy
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Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) and Senator Bob Menendez (D-NJ) sent a letter with a bicameral group of lawmakers to President Biden urging him to take all necessary legal steps to terminate the Remain in Mexico policy – or the perversely named Migrant Protection Protocols (MPP) – that placed tens of thousands of asylum seekers and migrants in danger. Congresswoman Escobar Statement on Governor Abbott Signing Un-American Voting Restriction Law
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The un-American S.B.1 law is an assault on Texans’ right to vote that makes it harder and more dangerous for people to access the ballot box – especially for people of color, seniors, and people with disabilities. Browse Documents by Date or Issue |
