VIDEO: Rep. Gabe Vasquez Presses Military Officials for Improved Housing in Military Communities

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) called out the urgent need for housing improvements at Holloman Air Force Base and White Sands Missile Range during a House Armed Services Readiness Subcommittee hearing. 

WATCH: Vasquez Advocates for Housing Improvements on Military Installations

Vasquez, whose district is home to both installations, highlighted the severe housing shortage at Holloman and the outdated, World War II-era housing still in use at White Sands. 

“Housing is one of the biggest challenges that we face, especially in places like Alamogordo, and Las Cruces, New Mexico, and if folks don't have a safe, affordable place to live, it impacts not only their well being, but their ability to do their jobs, and that affects our readiness as a nation,” said Vasquez. 

Vasquez directed sharp questions at military leadership during the hearing on what steps the Air Force is taking in FY26 to meet housing needs at rural installations like Holloman and on why roughly $7 million in Army housing funds slated for White Sands and Fort Bliss last summer never materialized despite dire infrastructure needs.

He stressed that failing to invest in adequate housing threatens military readiness and the well-being of service members. He also highlighted the essential role New Mexico’s bases play in national defense, noting that infrastructure investments are key to sustaining success.

Vasquez concluded by reaffirming his commitment to securing federal resources that enhance both the operational strength of New Mexico’s military installations and the quality of life for service members and their families.

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