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Lower Costs, Brighter Future: Rep. Gabe Vasquez Unveils Bold Plan to Put Money Back in Taxpayer Pockets

February 22, 2024

SANTA TERESA, N.M. – U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (D-N.M.-02) unveiled his Lower Costs Plan to help ease the burden of inflation and put money back in taxpayers’ pockets.

Issues:CongressLower Costs, More Jobs

Vasquez Listens to Veteran Concerns at South Valley Roundtable

February 21, 2024

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On Tuesday, February 20, 2024, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (D-N.M.-02) convened a roundtable discussion with South Valley veterans to address pressing issues facing New Mexico veterans. Participants voiced their concerns regarding health care costs and VA accessibility, suicide prevention and the need to protect veterans from predatory groups seeking to profit from veterans seeking assistance with federal agencies. Rep. Vasquez remains committed to advocating for the benefits veterans have earned and addressing their needs.

Issues:Armed Services & National SecurityCongressSupporting Our Veterans

Vasquez Continues to Prioritize Lowering Energy Costs for New Mexicans

February 15, 2024

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On Thursday, February 15, 2024, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (D-N.M.-02) voted against raising the American people’s energy costs and exporting the United States’ domestic oil and natural gas products to economic adversaries, including China.

Issues:CongressLower Costs, More JobsKeeping Energy Costs Down

Vasquez Secures $3.65 Million Grant to Improve Health Care for the Pueblo of Isleta

February 9, 2024

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Today, February 9, 2024 U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) announced that he secured $3.65 million to improve and expand the Pueblo of Isleta’s Health Center to not only enhance the patient experience but also strengthen the Health Center’s ability to provide quality healthcare services to the greater Pueblo community.

Issues:CongressSupporting Tribal Communities

Grant County’s 2024 Tribute to Gila Wilderness Recognizes Visionary Conservation Action

February 8, 2024

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New Mexico Wild - Grant County’s 2024 Tribute to Gila Wilderness Recognizes Visionary Conservation Action - 02/08/24

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Silver City, NM – New Mexico Wild celebrates the proclamation adopted today by the Grant County Board of Commissioners to declare 2024 as the “Year of Celebration for the Gila Wilderness,” honoring the centennial anniversary of America’s first Wilderness.

Issues:Environment & Conservation

Vasquez Statement on Israel Aid Bill

February 7, 2024

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On Tuesday, February 6, 2024, U.S.Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) released the following statement on his vote against an aid bill to Israel, that failed in the House today

Issues:Congress

New Mexico getting $16 million in federal funding to address homelessness

February 5, 2024

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WASHINGTON — U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) and U.S. Representatives Teresa Leger Fernández (D-N.M.), Melanie Stansbury (D-N.M.),and Gabe Vasquez (D-N.M.), are welcoming more than $16 million in federal funding from the U.S.

Senate committee advances bill to end migrant detention contracts in New Mexico

February 1, 2024

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SANTA FE, N.M. — There are three migrant detention centers in New Mexico – all tucked away in more rural parts of the state – and they are all facing numerous allegations of inhumane treatment and deplorable living conditions. Immigrant rights advocates have been sounding the alarm for years and it’s clear some state lawmakers have had enough.

Vasquez Fights to Extend Affordable Internet Access for New Mexican Families

February 1, 2024

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U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (N.M.-02) is fighting to extend the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) by championing the Affordable Connectivity Program Extension Act.

Issues:Lower Costs, More Jobs

Vasquez Votes to Pass Child Tax Credit Expansion, Helping 59,000 Children in Southern New Mexico

January 31, 2024

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On Wednesday, January 31, 2024, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (D-N.M.-02) voted in favor of a significant expansion of the Child Tax Credit (CTC). This critical expansion, championed by Vasquez, will have sweeping positive impacts, mitigating child poverty in New Mexico’s second congressional district.

Issues:CongressLower Costs, More Jobs

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