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WASHINGTON, D.C. – On November 12, 2025, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) released the following statement on his vote on the Senate funding package, a funding bill that reopened the federal government at the expense of New Mexicans’ access to health care.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On October 1, 2025, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) issued the following statement on the government shutdown:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On September 23, 2025, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) led House Democrats in calling out Speaker Mike Johnson’s irresponsible decision to cancel House voting days on September 29 and 30 with no government funding deal in sight - guaranteeing a shutdown.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On August 12, 2025, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) worked to address the housing affordability crisis by introducing his Keep Mobile Homes Affordable Act. The bill would put investors who purchase over 2,500 mobile homes or pads under review to ensure they are not engaging in price gouging or failing to provide basic utilities to residents.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) introduced two standalone bills to address critical healthcare gaps affecting military families and deliver recognition to New Mexico’s Downwinders. The bills, which have been introduced ahead of the FY26 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) markup, reflect Rep. Vasquez’s continued push to ensure New Mexico communities are prioritized in national defense policy.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On July 1, 2025, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) led the charge in the House to protect rural hospitals and patients from Republicans’ assault on Medicaid. Rep. Vasquez introduced an amendment to block harmful provisions in the Big Ugly Bill that would slash hospital funding, particularly in rural communities — the top issue raised at a recent Medicaid roundtable he hosted with health care providers and hospital administrators in New Mexico.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On June 26, 2025, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) issued the following statement on his vote against H.R. 875, the Protect Our Communities From DUIs Act.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On June 25, 2025, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) issued the following statement regarding his vote to table a House resolution seeking the impeachment of President Trump:
“Impeachment is one of the most serious responsibilities Congress holds. It deserves thoughtful, strategic deliberation, not a rushed vote with no debate or opportunity for consideration. Congress has a duty to take this process seriously.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) voted against the House Republican reconciliation package, titled the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” citing its devastating impact on working families, rural communities, and public health in New Mexico. The bill imposes deep cuts to Medicaid, food assistance, and rural hospitals, while handing permanent tax breaks to billionaires and corporations.