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Gabe Vasquez is a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing New Mexico's 2nd congressional district since January 3, 2023. A member of the Democratic Party, Vasquez has focused on various community and environmental issues during his time in office. He has been active in advocating for policies that address climate change and support local communities in New Mexico. Vasquez's background includes experience in local government and community organizing, which informs his legislative priorities.
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to speak on behalf of the men and women who have served this Nation and defended our freedoms. They now face unnecessary obstacles in accessing the care and support that they have earned. New Mexico is home to a…
Madam Speaker, I rise today to address the dire consequences of the Federal funding freezes and mass firings that are devastating communities across the country, including in my home State of New Mexico. Over the past few weeks, I have…
Madam Chair, I thought Republicans' plans were to make Americans' lives better. I thought we were supposed to lower the cost of goods. I thought we were supposed to make healthcare more affordable for Americans. Well, let me tell you this…
Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of Grecia Nunez, a former intern in my office who recently passed away and joined our Lord in Heaven. Grecia was a force in southern New Mexico. She was passionate about conservation, and she brought her…
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the exceptional service of the Marine Corps League El Perro Diablo Detachment 478, based in Las Cruces, New Mexico. New Mexicans have a long history of stepping up to serve our Nation, and these marines…
Madam Speaker, I rise to honor my friend and an honorable New Mexican, Carlsbad Mayor Dale Janway, who passed away on December 30, 2024. Mayor Janway served Carlsbad with integrity and distinction as mayor for 13 years. He was deeply…
Mr. Chair, I rise in support of my amendment with Representative LaMalfa. New Mexicans know all too well how disastrous wildfires can be for our families, homes, private property, culture, and tradition. We need to use every tool in our…
Mr. Speaker, I have the privilege to represent the Second District of New Mexico, home to the storied Mescalero Apache Reservation, a place that has lost time immemorial, history, memories, culture, and patrimony from the most devastating…
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Samantha Keleher Bursum, who died tragically in an automobile accident on March 1. If you met Samantha, you would know that she was extraordinary. Sam was clever, vivacious, and kind. She moved with…
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the courageous law enforcement officers of New Mexico who have made the ultimate sacrifices for their communities. Our law enforcement officers are brave public servants who put their lives on the line…
Mr. Speaker, part of the reason why folks look to the United States as a beacon of democracy and justice is because we honor, respect, and follow the rule of law. Assault in this Nation is never acceptable, no matter the perpetrator or the…
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