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Nydia Velázquez: Federal disinvestment in public housing has forced New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) residents to suffer from a…

On the recordOctober 20, 2021
Federal disinvestment in public housing has forced New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) residents to suffer from a consistent lack of hot water, insufficient heat during the winter months, rodent infestation, and a widespread and recurring lead and mold problem.
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Nydia Velázquez
Democratic · New York

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Velazquez highlights severe issues faced by NYCHA residents due to federal disinvestment.

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