Press Releases
July 10, 2024
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Wednesday, July 10, 2024, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (N.M.-02) voted against H.R. 8281, the SAVE Act, to protect voter access and prevent disenfranchising voters. This bill would pose significant challenges to voter registration and participation for millions of citizens.
Issues:Rights & Freedoms
June 28, 2024
This week, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (N.M.-02) and the New Mexico Congressional Delegation called on the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) to prioritize adding non-stop flights from Albuquerque, N.M. to Washington, D.C. to boost New Mexico’s economy.
Issues:Lower Costs, More Jobs
June 21, 2024
On Friday, June 21, 2024, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (N.M.-02) hosted a roundtable with the Lincoln Otero Veterans Leadership Council in Alamogordo to discuss Veterans Integrated Services Networks and his work in Congress to support veterans.
Issues:Supporting Our Veterans
June 20, 2024
MESCALERO, N.M. – On June 19, 2024, as the Salt Fire and South Fork Fire actively spread in southern New Mexico, U.S.
June 18, 2024
On Tuesday, June 18, 2024, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (N.M.-02) released the following statement on the Administration’s action related to immigration.
Rep. Gabe Vasquez Stands Against Partisan Provisions in Defense Bill to Protect Reproductive Freedom
June 14, 2024
On Friday, June 14, 2024, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (N.M.-02) voted against the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25), expressing disappointment in the extreme Republican partisan provisions that overshadowed this traditionally bipartisan process. Despite securing significant wins for New Mexico, Vasquez stood firm against the inclusion of anti-choice provisions that undermine the rights of service members and their families.
June 13, 2024
On Wednesday, June 12, 2024, U.S.Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02)’s bipartisan and bicameral Ranching Without Red Tape Act was heard in the Senate Energy and Natural Resources (ENR) Committee, bringing it one step closer to becoming law. The bill aims to make it easier for ranchers to make minor range improvements on federal lands and is supported by Senator John Barrasso (R-WY) and Reps. John Curtis (R-UT) and John Duarte (R-CA).
Issues:Agriculture
June 12, 2024
On Wednesday, June 12, 2024, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez announced the introduction of H.R. 8514, the Veteran Education Assistance Adjustment Act, a new bill aimed at increasing the yearly books and supply stipend, providing veterans with the necessary financial stability to focus on their studies and prepare for their future. Vasquez presented the bill during the House Veteran Affairs (HVAC) Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity hearing on pending legislation.
June 11, 2024
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last week, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez led a group of nine members calling on House leadership to ensure the swift, bipartisan passage of the Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).