Nydia Velázquez actually said...

This legislation is a much-needed response to the record-breaking disasters, and an effective preparation tool for the upcoming hurricane season.

Velazquez emphasizes the importance of the legislation in response to disasters.

04/30/2019

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H.R. 2070 and S. 865 reject and silence the will of voters in Puerto Rico.

H.R. 2070 and S. 865, Puerto Rico Self-Determination Act of 2021, by Rep. Nydia Velazquez (D-NY-07) and Senator Robert Menendez (D-NJ).

And can Puerto Ricans still retain their U.S. citizenship under other status options that are not statehood?

I urge the U.S. Congress to endorse the Puerto Rican Self-Determination bill.