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Sylvia Garcia

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Sylvia Rodriguez Garcia is a U.S. Representative for Texas's 29th congressional district, serving since January 3, 2019. A member of the Democratic Party, she has a background in law and public service, which informs her legislative priorities. Garcia has focused on issues such as healthcare, education, and economic development, advocating for the needs of her constituents in Houston and surrounding areas. Her work emphasizes support for marginalized communities and women's rights.

May 16, 2023

Thank you, Mr. Chairman, and thank you to the witnesses today. We have been talking about trying to have this hearing--Democrats have constantly been asking Republicans to bring you down here, and I am glad you are here.

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May 16, 2023

So, you don't think that it was just a coincidence that this happened to help your bank, and that your bank grew as a result of the change in regulations?

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May 15, 2023

The lack of protection for Junior ROTC teen cadets is not only a moral failing but it also undermines military readiness.

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May 15, 2023

As Members of Congress it is our duty to ensure that those that have served, are currently serving, and will serve in the future maintain access to those rights and protections, going forward.

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May 15, 2023

That means that direct access to sexual abuse prevention training is the most effective method of protecting our kids, which is why Representative David Joyce and my partner to introduce the bipartisan Shielding America's Youth from…

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May 11, 2023

Mr. Speaker, I rise in opposition to H.R. 2, the Secure the Border Act of 2023, scheduled for a vote on the House floor later today. This legislation is harmful, dangerous, irresponsible, and just plain wrong. Instead of securing the…

Congressional Record · 2023-05-11
May 11, 2023

Mr. Speaker, I have a motion to recommit at the desk. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Clerk will report the motion to recommit. The Clerk read as follows: Ms. Garcia of Texas moves to recommit the bill H.R. 2 to the Committee on the…

Congressional Record · 2023-05-11
May 11, 2023

Mr. Speaker, I rise in opposition to H.R. 2, the Secure the Border Act of 2023, scheduled for a vote on the House floor today. This bill is extreme and wrong. This bill in no way secures the border. In fact, it would only make security…

Congressional Record · 2023-05-11
May 10, 2023

As the Congresswoman for Atlanta, the City with the largest racial wealth gap in the country, I am focused on how we can prevent future bank failures that disproportionately impact marginalized communities.

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May 10, 2023

Madam Speaker, enough is enough. How many more times must public officials stand here before our colleagues demanding commonsense gun reform? Malls are not safe. Schools are not safe. Places of worship are not safe. We should not be afraid…

Congressional Record · 2023-05-10
Apr 28, 2023

Mr. Speaker, I rise today in celebration of American Libraries Week. This is a perfect time to thank our local libraries and the employees who keep them open to the public to ensure access to reading and learning. While extreme MAGA…

Congressional Record · 2023-04-28

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