Latest Press Releases
- January 15, 2009 -- Reps. Israel, Serrano & Velázquez Announce National Hate Crimes Hotline Proposal: The hotline will be modeled after the National Domestic Violence Hotline, with a goal of increasing both the reporting of and local responsiveness to hate crimes.
- January 9 , 2009 -- Chairwoman Velázquez Statement on Confirmation Hearing for Rep. Hilda Solis as Secretary of Labor: Congresswoman Solis has dedicated her career to helping American workers by creating new jobs, securing a living wage and providing affordable health care options.
- December 11, 2008 -- New Evidence of Newtown Creek Area Contamination Demonstrates Serious Threat to Public Health: U.S. Representative Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) has called for fast action from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to fully investigate the extent of contamination in the Newtown Creek area.
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The 56th Presidential Inauguration
Barack Obama will be sworn in as President on January 20th, 2009.
The expectation of millions traveling to Washington, DC to witness the Inaugural Swearing-In Ceremony is unparalleled in our nation’s history. The event will certainly be one to remember for generations to come.
For more information about the Swearing-In and other Inaugural events, please visit the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies and the Presidential Inauguration Committee.
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