Nydia M. Velázquez
Representative · NY-7 · D
Current term Jan 3, 2025 – Jan 3, 2027 · In the House since Jan 5, 1993
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Representative · NY-7 · D
Current term Jan 3, 2025 – Jan 3, 2027 · In the House since Jan 5, 1993
Official websiteBiographical Directory
Portrait: U.S. Government Publishing Office, via unitedstates/images (public domain)
508 cosponsored bills and resolutions, from Congress.gov. Withdrawn cosponsorships are labeled.
H.Res. 1635 · Supporting the designation of October 23, 2026, as "National Marine Sanctuary Day".
Introduced Oct 22, 2026 · cosponsored Oct 22, 2026 · original cosponsor
Latest action (Oct 22, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
H.R. 10807 · Get the Flock Out of Our Communities Act
Introduced Oct 13, 2026 · cosponsored Oct 13, 2026 · original cosponsor · Crime and Law Enforcement
Latest action (Oct 13, 2026): Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
H.Con.Res. 123 · Recognizing the disparity in wages paid to Latinas and the impact of that disparity on women, families, the economy, and the United States.
Introduced Oct 6, 2026 · cosponsored Oct 6, 2026 · original cosponsor · Labor and Employment
Latest action (Oct 6, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
H.Res. 1610 · Expressing support for the recognition of October 2026, as "World Menopause Awareness Month" and for global awareness and access to care during menopausal transition and post-menopause.
Introduced Oct 5, 2026 · cosponsored Oct 5, 2026 · original cosponsor · Health
Latest action (Oct 5, 2026): Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Armed Services, and Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
H.Res. 1591 · Expressing support for the designation of October 15, 2026, as "Liver Cancer Awareness Day".
Introduced Oct 1, 2026 · cosponsored Oct 1, 2026 · original cosponsor · Health
Latest action (Oct 1, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
H.R. 10692 · Restoring Essential Plan Coverage Act
Introduced Oct 1, 2026 · cosponsored Oct 1, 2026 · original cosponsor · Taxation
Latest action (Oct 1, 2026): Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Introduced Oct 1, 2026 · cosponsored Oct 22, 2026 · Armed Forces and National Security
Latest action (Oct 1, 2026): Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
H.R. 10642 · Stop the Settlements Act
Introduced Oct 1, 2026 · cosponsored Oct 1, 2026 · original cosponsor · International Affairs
Latest action (Oct 1, 2026): Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Financial Services, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
H.R. 10600 · Abortion is Health Care Everywhere Act of 2026
Introduced Sep 24, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 24, 2026 · original cosponsor · International Affairs
Latest action (Sep 24, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
H.R. 10585 · Civilian Climate Corps for Jobs and Justice Act
Introduced Sep 24, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 24, 2026 · original cosponsor · Labor and Employment
Latest action (Sep 24, 2026): Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
H.R. 10538 · Ban Artificial Superintelligence Act of 2026
Introduced Sep 24, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 24, 2026 · original cosponsor · Government Operations and Politics
Latest action (Sep 24, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
H.Res. 1567 · Expressing support for the designation of September 22, 2026, as "National Hispanic Nurses Day" and recognizing the National Association of Hispanic Nurses as the leading organization representing and advocating for Hispanic nurses.
Introduced Sep 21, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 21, 2026 · original cosponsor · Health
Latest action (Sep 21, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
H.Res. 1559 · Expressing support for the designation of the week beginning on September 14, 2026, as "National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week".
Introduced Sep 17, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 17, 2026 · original cosponsor · Education
Latest action (Sep 17, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
H.Res. 1545 · Recognizing the importance of Latino community leadership and engagement in outdoor recreation and conservation activities that protect United States natural resources, and expressing support for the designation of September 12 through September 20, 2026, as "Latino Conservation Week".
Introduced Sep 16, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 16, 2026 · original cosponsor · Public Lands and Natural Resources
Latest action (Sep 16, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
H.R. 10476 · Glaucoma Vision Act of 2026
Introduced Sep 16, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 16, 2026 · original cosponsor · Health
Latest action (Sep 16, 2026): Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, and Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
H.R. 10473 · Justice for Ukrainian Children Act
Introduced Sep 16, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 16, 2026 · original cosponsor · International Affairs
Latest action (Sep 16, 2026): Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
H.J.Res. 216 · Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to prohibit the use of slavery and involuntary servitude as a punishment for a crime.
Introduced Sep 15, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 15, 2026 · original cosponsor · Crime and Law Enforcement
Latest action (Sep 15, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
H.R. 10371 · Ensuring SBA Implementation of GAO Recommendations Act of 2026
Introduced Sep 14, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 14, 2026 · original cosponsor · Commerce
Latest action (Oct 9, 2026): Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 744.
H.R. 10365 · AmeriCorps Access for Dreamers Act
Introduced Sep 14, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 14, 2026 · original cosponsor · Labor and Employment
Latest action (Sep 14, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
H.J.Res. 215 · Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement of the Department of Homeland Security relating to "Establishing a Fixed Time Period of Admission and an Extension of Stay Procedure for Nonimmigrant Academic Students, Exchange Visitors, and Representatives of Foreign Information Media".
Introduced Sep 14, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 14, 2026 · original cosponsor · Immigration
Latest action (Sep 14, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Introduced Sep 10, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 10, 2026 · original cosponsor · International Affairs
Latest action (Sep 10, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
H.Res. 1511 · Recognizing the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, honoring the memory of the victims, recognizing the courage and sacrifice of the heroes who answered the call to serve, acknowledging the charitable organizations that continue to support survivors and victims' families, and reaffirming the enduring commitment of the United States to never forget.
Introduced Sep 3, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 3, 2026 · original cosponsor · Crime and Law Enforcement
Latest action (Sep 3, 2026): Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Armed Services, Transportation and Infrastructure, Veterans' Affairs, Homeland Security, and Intelligence (Permanent Select), for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
H.R. 10297 · El Salvador TPS Act of 2026
Introduced Sep 3, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 3, 2026 · original cosponsor · International Affairs
Latest action (Sep 3, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
H.R. 10173 · NSF REU Act of 2026
Introduced Aug 27, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 8, 2026 · Science, Technology, Communications
Latest action (Aug 27, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
H.R. 10129 · Stamps for Staying Connected Act of 2026
Introduced Aug 20, 2026 · cosponsored Aug 20, 2026 · original cosponsor · Crime and Law Enforcement
Latest action (Aug 20, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.