Press Releases

Rep. Gabe Vasquez Votes to Pass Landmark Veterans Legislation, Modernizing VA Services and Expanding Access to Benefits

November 22, 2024

U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) voted to pass a comprehensive veterans’ package that improves health care, housing and education for veterans.

Issues:Supporting Our Veterans

Vasquez Advances Bipartisan Ranching Without Red Tape Act in House Committee

November 19, 2024

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U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) presented his Ranching Without Red Tape Act in a hearing with the House Committee of Natural Resources (HNRC), bringing it one step closer to becoming law.

Issues:Agriculture

Vasquez Statement on H.R. 9495

November 18, 2024

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Monday, November 18, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) shared the following statement regarding H.R. 9495:

Rep. Gabe Vasquez Votes to Pass Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen Social Security

November 12, 2024

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U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (N.M.-02) voted in favor of H.R.82, the Social Security Fairness Act, which strengthens Social Security benefits for public servants. Vasquez understands that those who have worked hard should not be penalized for providing for their families. That’s why he co-sponsored this bill in his first year in office to address these issues.

Issues:Lower Costs, More JobsEducation & Family SupportMaking Health Care Affordable & Accessible

Rep. Gabe Vasquez Statement on the Administration’s Indian Boarding School Apology

October 25, 2024

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On Friday, October 25, 2024, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (N.M.-02) released this statement following President Biden’s apology for the atrocities that occurred during the Indian boarding school era.

Issues:Supporting Tribal Communities

Affordable Housing Boost in Albuquerque: Rep. Gabe Vasquez, Homewise Break Ground on 72 New Townhomes

October 24, 2024

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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – On Thursday, October 24, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) celebrated the groundbreaking of Homewise Inc.’s first all-electric development project in Albuquerque.

Issues:Lower Costs, More JobsEducation & Family Support

USDA Heeds Rep. Gabe Vasquez’s Call to Protect Wildlife and Support Private Landowners

October 22, 2024

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U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) applauded the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for its new initiative to enhance wildlife habitat connectivity on farms and ranches. This commitment aligns closely with the provisions in his bipartisan Habitat Connectivity on Working Lands Act.

Issues:AgricultureEnvironment & Conservation

Rep. Gabe Vasquez Hosts Discussion on Immigrant Workforce Development, Outdoor Equity

October 18, 2024

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LAS CRUCES, N.M. – On Thursday, October 17, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) hosted a roundtable discussion with local immigration and advocacy organizations to address workforce challenges facing immigrant communities.

Issues:Immigration & Border Solutions

Rep. Gabe Vasquez Returns Over $1 Million to Constituents, Secures Millions to Strengthen Public Safety, Support the Economy

October 17, 2024

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LAS CRUCES, N.M. – Today, October 17, 2024, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) highlighted his ongoing commitment to helping New Mexicans navigate federal bureaucracy and securing funding for community projects.

Issues:Keeping Our Communities SafeLower Costs, More JobsEducation & Family SupportMaking Health Care Affordable & AccessibleSupporting Our Veterans

Rep. Gabe Vasquez Leads Groundbreaking for Casa de Peregrinos Facility in Chaparral, Commits to Strengthening Food Security

October 11, 2024

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CHAPARRAL, N.M. – Today, U.S.

Issues:Supporting Tribal CommunitiesLower Costs, More JobsEducation & Family Support