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Congresswoman Escobar is Fighting to Address our Nation's Immigration Challenges
H.R. 2203, the Homeland Security Improvement Act is a critical bill to address our nation's immigration challenges at the southwest border in a responsible and humane manner by ensuring accountability, transparency, and oversight.
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El Paso Strong, El Paso Heals
In the wake of the attack against our community, El Pasoans want action to address domestic terrorism and resolve the gun violence epidemic that plagues our nation, and Congresswoman Veronica Escobar stands ready to be a voice for her community in our nation's capital.
Congresswoman Escobar Delivers Big NDAA Wins for El Pasoans and Fort Bliss
The annual defense bill improves the lives and financial security of our men and women in uniform, authorizes $655.9 billion in spending for national defense, and includes El Paso's priorities.
First 100 Days in Congress
For the first 100 days in office, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar and House Democrats continue to make progress on the For The People agenda focused on lowering health care and prescription drug costs for El Pasoans, raising wages, rebuilding our nation's infrastructure, and cleaning up corruption in Washington.
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Representative Escobar Sworn into Office
The Honorable Veronica Escobar was sworn into office as a Member of the U.S. House of Representatives.
116th United States Congress Convenes
The First Session of the 116th U.S. Congress will commence on January 3rd, 2019 in Washington, DC.
Agency Help
Congresswomen Escobar and Velázquez Introduce Legislation to Impose Financial Sanctions on Foreign Actors Who Recklessly Jeopardize our Environment
January 16, 2020 Press Release
"Climate change is an urgent global crisis that demands a strong and swift response," said Congresswoman Escobar. "As Congress continues to push for ambitious climate action by the United States, it is imperative that we also ensure we have the foreign policy tools necessary to combat this threat and protect our planet for future generations. The Targeting Environmental and Climate Recklessness Act would deter and hold accountable foreign individuals and companies who engage in reckless behaviors that exacerbate this crisis."
Congresswoman Veronica Escobar Statement on War Powers Resolution Vote
January 9, 2020 Press Release
"As a Member of Congress, my duty is to protect El Pasoans and defend our nation's interests. Unfortunately, the reckless and irresponsible actions by President Trump – including pulling out of the successful Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) and the decision, without Congressional approval, to kill Commander Qasem Soleimani – have endangered our servicemembers, diplomats and American allies, and worked counter to American security interests.
Congresswoman Veronica Escobar Announces 2019 Congressional App Challenge Winners
December 20, 2019 Press Release
"Congratulations to D'Andre and Daniel from Parkland Middle School. Their winning app to pre-order school meals with just a few taps allows students to get their lunch quicker and helps schools with food preparation and reduce waste," said Congresswoman Escobar. "I commend them and all the talented El Paso coders who submitted such innovative and creative apps and thank their families and educators for sparking student's curiosity in STEM."
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