Nydia Velázquez

I believe that we should request the data and analysis used to create this rule and, if not, if they don't want to share it willingly so that we can do our job, then we should subpoena such information.

The IDEA Act, which I introduced earlier this Congress, builds on the SUCCESS Act by collecting patent applicant demographic data on a voluntary basis.

As the Chairwoman of this Committee, I am dedicated to ensuring that every corner of America has equal access to the patent system.

If you cannot measure it, you cannot improve it.

I believe that you will agree with the assessment.

As you know, the CRA was passed by Congress in 1977 in response to redlining and to ensure banks meet the credit and capital needs of all the communities they serve.

If I'm going to wait, I am not giving justice to the people I serve.

I think CRA plays an important role in homeownership for low-income people.

I sincerely want to thank Ranking Member Chabot for joining me as the lead co-sponsor on the bill.

the failure to fund public housing has had an incredible impact on public housing residents around the country

We need to look at the bigger picture.

We should be mindful that federally-assisted housing programs should be about more than just putting a roof over somebody's head.

Leading this bill with you sends a strong message to SBA, our resource partners, and the formerly incarcerated that helping guide these individuals onto the path of entrepreneurship is a priority.

Encouraging inclusive zoning and building codes is also important.

Ensuring Americans occupy homes that are decent, safe, sanitary, and in good repair is not only a bipartisan goal shared by members of this committee and the entire Congress, it is the law, and it has been the law for decades.

This bill will not only unlock prime contracting opportunities for small businesses but will also have the additional positive impact of eventually growing the industrial base, increasing competition, and lowering costs for the taxpayer.

That shortage is 50,000 units.

I would like to submit the rest of my statement for the record, and I appreciate the consideration of the Members to vote for our bill, H.R. 5146.

Providing worthy candidates with an outlet for their entrepreneurial spirit not only helps them re-acclimate to society but also boosts our economy and local communities.

Nearly 95 percent of the people currently in prison will be released, and one of the biggest obstacles they face is unemployment.

I urge my colleagues to support this important legislation that will give federal prisoners a second chance to lead meaningful and productive lives after release.

I introduced legislation, H.R. 4546, the Public Housing Emergency Response Act, which will authorize $70 billion for the public housing capital fund

Many private equity funds have caused needless suffering for ordinary workers, especially in the retail sector.

It is clear that our committee needs to closely examine these practices.

What would you do as a single mom raising a special needs child, then being left with nothing: no job, no income, no healthcare?