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Seat

Representative for New York District 7

Born

March 28, 1953

Age 73

Phone

(202) 225-2361

Office

2302 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington 20515

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|New York District 7

Nydia M. Velázquez

Nydia Margarita Velázquez Serrano is an American politician and lawyer serving as the U.S. representative for New York's 7th congressional district since 2013. A member of the Democratic Party, she previously represented New York's 12th congressional district from 1993 to 2013, prior to redistricting. She chaired the Congressional Hispanic Caucus from 2009 to 2011. Velázquez is the first Puerto Rican woman to serve in Congress.

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Voting Record — 496

Yes38%

No59%

Present0%

Not Voting3%

Party align97%

Cross-party0%

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Congressional District 7

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Nydia M. Velázquez

U.S. RepresentativeDemocratNew York District 7

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Nydia M.'s ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 34 sponsored · 188 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govMay 23(source)

Tax breaks under Acts 22 & 20 have turned Puerto Rico into a tax haven & increased inequality and displacement on the island.  That’s why I led a letter demanding @IRSnews report on enforcement & estimate revenue losses from these laws.  The people deserve transparency.

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govMay 22(source)

A sitting president launching a crypto coin, pocketing millions, & giving top buyers private access is pure corruption. No president should be allowed to run a pump-and-dump operation from the White House. I’m proud to co-sponsor this bill to create much needed guardrails.

U.S. House Committee on Financial Services - Democrats

@ushousefsc.bsky.social

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🚨BREAKING🚨 RM Waters and Cmte Democrats introduce H.R. 3573, the “Stop Trading, Retention, & Unfair Market Payoffs in Crypto Act of 2025,” or the “Stop TRUMP in Crypto Act of 2025,” legislation that will put an end to Trump’s #crypto corruption & protect America’s investors. | tinyurl.com/2s49danz

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govMay 22(source)

Republicans sold out working families in the middle of the night. They voted to rip health care from 14M people, slash food assistance, and take school meals from 18M kids, just to hand tax breaks to billionaires. This bill is a disgrace, & I will keep working to stop it.

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govMay 21(source)

Very saddened to hear about the passing of Rep. Gerry Connolly. He was a dedicated public servant who fought tirelessly for federal workers and good governance. My heart goes out to his loved ones and staff during this difficult time.

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govMay 20(source)

Shuttle drivers at NYC airports have been on strike since November, fighting for fair wages and respect. I’m calling on SkyHop Global to return to the bargaining table and negotiate in good faith. These workers keep our airports running. They deserve better.

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govMay 20(source)

We all saw what happened. The accusations against Rep. McIver are baseless. Members have every right to show up at ICE facilities & do our jobs. The GOP said nothing about Jan 6th, but now they want to criminalize oversight? Give me a break. Rep. McIver did nothing wrong.

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govMay 19(source)

At this rate, the only amendment the Trump admin won't trample is the Second —maybe because it’s their emotional support clause. You can’t storm small businesses without cause or consequence. Today, Rep. Eleanor Norton and I led a letter demanding answers from DHS.

Pablo Manríquez

@pabloreports.bsky.social

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SCOOP: Lawmakers Demand Answers from ICE Director Over Warrantless DC Restaurant Raids migrantinsider.com/p/ice-dc-let...

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govMay 19(source)

Public dollars shouldn’t fund private immigration prisons. Under Trump, these facilities are expanding with almost no oversight—leading to abuse, neglect, and trauma. Last week, I led colleagues in demanding Congress end federal funding and protect those most at risk.

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govMay 14(source)

BREAKING: After weeks of pressure, HHS is reversing course and reinstating San Juan lab workers. This is a huge win for public health and for every worker who refused to be silenced. I’m proud to stand with them and proud we fought back and won.

Rep. Nydia Velázquez

@velazquez.house.gov

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Today, @ocasio-cortez.house.gov and I demanded answers from HHS over the DOGE shutdown of the FDA’s San Juan lab. This lab protects Americans from contaminated drugs, supports our emergency stockpile, safeguards public health, and provides good jobs for PR. Closing it endangers lives.

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govMay 13(source)

The Republican budget would slash $715B from healthcare, gutting Medicaid and causing nearly 14M Americans to lose coverage. These cuts jeopardize the lives of thousands in underserved communities already struggling to access basic care. Protect Medicaid. Protect lives.

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govMay 13(source)

Small businesses are the backbone of our economy, but Trump’s agenda is putting them in crisis. At last week’s House Democrats Steering and Policy hearing, I called out SBA cuts, and canceled contracts that are pushing Main Street to the brink. To see more visit my Instagram: @rep_velazquez

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govMay 12(source)

Brooklyn and Queens showing up strong!✨ This #SmallBusinessMonth, I partnered with TikTok to connect with the local entrepreneurs who keep our community thriving. Let’s keep supporting the businesses that make our neighborhoods shine! #SupportLocal

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govMay 9(source)

ICE just arrested Newark Mayor Ras Baraka for trying to do his job and standing up for immigrant rights. He must be released immediately. This agency is out of control.

Marco Foster

@marcofoster.bsky.social

Open post ↗

HAPPENING NOW: Newark Mayor Ras Baraka was just taken into custody while protesting outside the Delaney Hall ICE detention center

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govMay 9(source)

The Trump administration tried to deport Rumeysa just for writing an op-ed in her university newspaper. This was an attack on free speech and our immigration system. She must be released immediately. www.cnn.com/2025/05/09/u...

Federal judge in Vermont orders Tufts University Student Rümeysa Öztürk released on bail after six weeks in detention | CNN

A federal judge in Vermont ordered the release of Rümeysa Öztürk, a Tufts University doctoral student from Turkey, who was detained by federal immigration officers near her Massachusetts home on March...

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govMay 8(source)

Today, we welcome a new chapter of hope and unity as Pope Leo XIV begins his papacy, bringing compassion and a vision for a more inclusive world. May his leadership inspire us all to pursue justice and dignity for every person.

Reposted byRep. Nydia Velázquez

House Democrats@housedemocrats.bsky.socialMay 8(source)

On today’s Democratic Daily Download, @velazquez.house.gov breaks down what we heard in today’s Steering and Policy hearing: Trump Tariffs are driving up costs and crushing Main Street. Democrats are fighting to protect small businesses and everyday Americans.

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govMay 5(source)

7 people have died in ICE custody since Trump's return. Genry Ruiz Guillén. Serawit Dejene. Maksym Chernyak. Juan Tineo-Martinez. Brayan Rayo-Garzón. Nhon Nguyen. Marie Blaise. No one should die in state custody. Every incident must be investigated. english.elpais.com/usa/2025-05-...

Lives cut short in ICE custody: Seven migrants die in Trump’s first 100 days

The death of a Haitian woman, who complained of chest pains hours before dying at a Florida detention center, is the seventh death recorded in just three months

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govMay 2(source)

This week I introduced an amendment to preserve climate investments in affordable housing and invest $90B to eliminate the public housing repair backlog.  In NYCHA and across the country, families are living in unsafe conditions. It’s time Congress steps up.

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govApr 30(source)

100 days in, and this administration is one big F: FAILURE. Prices up, alliances strained, America less safe. Today, I stood with my colleagues to say enough. We won't back down to this wannabe fascist regime.

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govApr 30(source)

Mohsen Mahdawi was targeted by the Trump administration for standing up for peace and Palestinian rights. Yesterday, we stood at the State Department demanding his release. Today, a judge ordered it. We won't stop fighting until all these students are freed.

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Sponsored Bills(34)

H.J. Res. 169 (119th)
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of t…
H.R. 8563 (119th)
To clarify eligibility for small business loans, and for other purposes.
H.R. 8534 (119th)
To amend the Small Business Act to establish an Office of Territorial Affairs, and for other…
H.R. 8282 (119th)
To posthumously award a Congressional Gold Medal to Rabbi Michoel Ber Weissmandl in recognit…
H.J. Res. 153 (119th)
To direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the R…

Cosponsored Bills(188)

H. Res. 1267 (119th)
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that small business owners seeking fina…
Joined: 2026-05-07
H.R. 8669 (119th)
To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 5951 Riverdale Aven…
Joined: 2026-05-07
H.R. 8645 (119th)
To amend the Second Chance Act of 2007 to require identification for returning citizens, and…
Joined: 2026-04-30
H. Res. 1238 (119th)
Encouraging greater public-private sector collaboration to promote financial literacy for st…
Joined: 2026-04-30
H. Res. 1222 (119th)
Recognizing the designation of the week of April 24 through April 30 as the annual "National…
Joined: 2026-04-28

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Voting History

496 total votes

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Recent roll calls with party-majority context so it is easier to scan how this member tends to vote.

Date	Bill	Question	Position	Party Maj	Align?	Result
2025-02-25	H. Res. 161 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-02-25	H.R. 818 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-02-25	H.R. 832 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-02-24	H.R. 825 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-02-13	H.R. 35 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-02-12	H.R. 77 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-02-12	H.R. 77 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-02-11	H. Res. 122 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-02-11	H. Res. 122 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-02-10	H.R. 736 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-02-10	H.R. 692 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-02-07	H.R. 26 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-02-07	H.R. 26 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-02-06	H.R. 27 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-02-06	H.R. 27 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-02-05	H. Res. 93 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-02-05	H. Res. 93 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-02-05	H.R. 776 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-02-04	H.R. 43 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-01-23	H.R. 21 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-01-23	H.R. 21 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-01-23	H.R. 471 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-01-23	H.R. 375 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-01-22	S. 5 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-01-22	H.R. 165 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-01-22	H. Res. 53 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-01-22	H. Res. 53 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-01-22	H.R. 187 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-01-21	H.R. 186 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-01-16	H.R. 30 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-01-16	H.R. 30 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-01-15	H.R. 33 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-01-15	H.R. 144 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-01-15	H.R. 164 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-01-14	H.R. 28 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-01-14	H.R. 28 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-01-14	H.R. 153 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-01-14	H.R. 152 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-01-13	H.R. 192 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-01-09	H.R. 23 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-01-07	H.R. 29 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-01-03	H. Res. 5 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-01-03	H. Res. 5 (119th)	Motion to Commit with Instructions	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-01-03	H. Res. 5 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-01-03	—	Election of the Speaker	NOT_VOTING	—	—	Johnson (LA)
2025-01-03	—	Call by States	PRESENT	—	—	Passed

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