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.
Recently, Congress acted. We passed Savanna's Act, which directs the DOJ to review, revise, and develop protocols to address this crisis.
Well, let me move on because you also mentioned, because my concern is that if you don't do enough, then we'll see what happens here in Houston that even victims don't report because they're scared, number one, and two, there's language…
It is inherently un-American and unconscionable for anyone to discriminate against another because of the color of your skin, or where they're from.
I think that it would be important for us to continue a full investigation. That's why I do support a 9/11-type commission.
in the richest country on earth, every human being should have a roof over their head.
I see no plan better than this plan to end homelessness, and I am going to support it.
The cost of homelessness is far greater than the cost of providing shelter for people in a place that I would call home.
Madam Speaker, I rise today to emphasize the importance of the earned income tax credit and the child tax credit for my constituents in my district. Because of the severe winter storms earlier this year, Texans can still file their tax…
Access to the banking system is a critical step in building access to credit and, thereby, access to wealth building.





