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Espaillat, Escobar Resolution Declares Gun Violence a Public Health Crisis
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Representatives Veronica Escobar (TX-16) and Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) introduced H.Res.1165 - a resolution declaring gun violence a public health crisis. Congresswoman Escobar Votes to Pass Life-Saving Gun Safety Legislation
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Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) voted to pass and spoke in support of H.R. 7910, the Protecting Our Kids Act. Congresswoman Escobar Introduces Legislation to Support Military Spouse Entrepreneurs
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Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) introduced H.R. 7930, the Military Spouse Entrepreneur Reimbursement Act. This legislation reimburses military spouse entrepreneurs for costs associated with relocating their own businesses when their servicemember receives a permanent change of station (PCS) order. “Our servicemembers and their families make so many sacrifices… Congresswoman Escobar Statement on White House Homeland Security Advisor Dr. Elizabeth Sherwood-Randall’s Visit to El Paso
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Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) issued the following statement after hosting President Joe Biden’s Homeland Security Advisor Dr. Elizabeth Sherwood-Randall: “The best way to learn about the border and our community is to personally experience all it has to offer. El Paso has found itself – as it has for many years – as a focal point in the conversation about immigration and border… Congresswoman Escobar Introduces Legislation to Protect Healthcare Providers
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Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) introduced H.R. 7814, the Healthcare Providers Safety Act of 2022. This legislation establishes a grant program for healthcare providers to enhance the physical and cyber security of their facilities, personnel, and patients. “Healthcare providers are essential healthcare workers who have been showing up, innovating, and constantly adapting.… Congresswoman Escobar Leads Letter Urging President Biden to Address Texas Governor Greg Abbott’s Harmful Commercial Vehicles Inspection Policy at the Southern Border
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Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) led a letter to President Biden urging his Administration to address Texas Governor Greg Abbott’s harmful commercial vehicles inspection policy at the Southern Border. The letter, which was co-signed by the entire Texas Democratic Congressional Delegation, comes on the heels of Governor Abbott’s recent directive to increase inspections of… Congresswoman Escobar Announced as Member of the America COMPETES Act Conference Committee
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Yesterday, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) was named to the conference committee for the America COMPETES Act by Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Congresswoman Escobar’s selection comes as one of two Democratic Members representing the House Armed Services Committee. The America COMPETES Act of 2022 addresses inflation and will ensure that America can outcompete any nation… Congresswoman Escobar Sends Letter Urging President Biden to Designate Castner Range a National Monument Through the Antiquities Act
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Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) sent a letter to President Biden urging him to designate Castner Range, El Paso’s crown jewel, as a national monument to meet the goals of his America the Beautiful initiative. Congresswoman Escobar Announces Phased Reopening of the Capitol Complex
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After health and safety guidelines mandated the closure of the Capitol Complex to the public for over two years, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) proudly invites constituents to make reservations to visit the U.S. Capitol as it reopens for tours. The Capitol building will reopen in the following phases: Phase 1 began March 28th and is open for staff-led… Browse Documents by Date or Issue |
