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Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) voted to pass the Bipartisan Budget Agreement which protects Americans’ healthcare and retirements, rejects extreme cuts to vital programs, fully funds veteran medical care, and avoids a catastrophic default on our nation’s debt. Read more »

Today, Representatives Veronica Escobar (TX-16) and Maria Elvira Salazar (FL-27) are announcing the Dignity Act of 2023, a historic, bipartisan immigration reform bill. This legislation has been over six months in the making; it addresses border security and infrastructure, creates legal status for undocumented immigrants already living in the United States with the possibility of… Read more »

Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) announced the winners of the 2023 Congressional Art Competition. This comes after she hosted a showcase and reception in El Paso recently in which Azenette Hernandez, a senior at Eastwood High School was chosen as the winner for her piece “Mi Querido Apa.” “It is my pleasure to congratulate Azenette and all the aspiring young artists for… Read more »

Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) co-led a letter with Representative Raul Grijalva (AZ-7) to President Joe Biden urging him to reverse the Trump era sanctions on Cuba and Venezuela which serve as push-factors for the humanitarian crisis seen at our southern border.  The letter, signed by 19 additional Representatives, comes as the… Read more »

Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) released the following statement on the upcoming end of Title 42 this week:   “I have been and remain in constant communication with local leaders in El Paso to discuss daily apprehensions, shelter space, resources, and in recent days and weeks, the growing population in and around Sacred Heart Church. This situation is similar to what… Read more »

Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) introduced H.R. 2939, the Pigs in Gestation Stalls Act of 2023 (PIGS Act). This legislation would permanently ban the extreme confinement of pregnant sows and require the pigs to have at least 24 square feet of space to allow them to lie down, stand up, and move about freely.   “Pigs are sentient beings that feel pain and suffering. They… Read more »

Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) co-introduced H.R. 2873, the Tribal Gaming Regulatory Compliance Act. This legislation would ensure all federally recognized tribes that are eligible for gaming in the United States are regulated under the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act. Congresswoman Escobar introduced this bill with bipartisan support, as it is co-led by Representative Morgan… Read more »

Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) released the following statement on the Supreme Court ruling of access to Mifepristone: “Last night’s Supreme Court ruling allowing the safe and effective abortion pill Mifepristone to remain accessible to millions of Americans is a win for our country. But make no mistake, it is only a matter of time before we face the next attack on women’s… Read more »

Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) introduced H.R. 2740, establishing an Office of Colonia Affairs within the Department of Agriculture, which will serve as a resource for colonias by providing assistance related to applicable federal programs and funding resources. This new office would also be required to submit a report to Congress that describes the infrastructure needs of… Read more »

Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) testified before the U.S. House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure during the committee’s Member Day hearing. The hearing was an opportunity for Members to highlight issues of high importance to their communities as the Committee works to reauthorize and fund various transportation and infrastructure programs.   In her remarks,… Read more »