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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Marc Veasey (TX-33) is dedicated to making healthy living attainable for all Americans, empowering them to increase their physical activity and to improve their nutrition to lead robust lives. For the third year in a row, Congressman Veasey introduced a resolution to designate the month of May as "Health and Fitness Month."
What: U.S. Congressman Marc Veasey, TX-33, will be hosting a Congressional Health and Fitness Expo to bring attention to healthy lifestyle options other members can share with their districts. The expo will include exhibits that allow visitors to learn great nutrition habits, study exercises that everyone can partake in, and find tips on living a healthy lifestyle. This event is free and in support of Health & Fitness Month.
When: Wednesday, May 13, 2015; Noon - 2 p.m.
What: Healthy eating is essential for a healthy living. Join U.S. Congressman Marc Veasey and Chef Brenda Johnson to learn about healthy cooking recipes. This event is free, family-friendly, and in support of Health & Fitness Month. Space is limited, RSVP required.
When: May 30, 2015. 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Where: Nash-Davis Recreation Center, 3710 N Hampton Rd., Dallas, TX 75212
What: Community Fitness Day. Everyone in the Texas' 33rd Congressional District is invited to come walk the track with U.S. Congressman Veasey and participate in outdooor activities in collaboration with the Texas Rangers Foundation and Universal Cheerleaders Association.
When: Saturday, May 16, 2015. 9-11 a.m.
Where: Tarrant County College South Track, 5301 Campus Dr., Fort Worth, TX 76119
Rep. Veasey is committed to empowering all Americans to adopt a healthy lifestyle that includes regular physical activity and good nutrition. During the month of May, Congressman Veasey hosted and participated in health and fitness events to support the resolution and living a healthy lifestyle.
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Marc Veasey, TX-33, was presented with the 2014 Member of Congress Award by the Foundation for Advancing Alcohol Responsibility (FAAR), for his ongoing commitment and leadership in the fight against drunk driving and underage drinking.
Kimberly Railey
WASHINGTON — Christer Hiort needs a new liver — the only known cure for a disease that has slowly damaged his bile ducts. He's been on the waiting list for seven months.
Under the current transplant system, the Frisco resident would probably wait about another three years, his doctor says, and get an organ from a fellow Texan.
But a new plan for allocating donated livers could send organs from Texas as far as Florida and prolong the wait for Hiort and other Texans.
WASHINGTON, DC– U.S. Congressman Marc Veasey (TX-33) released the following statement regarding the announcement of the first case of Ebola in Dallas, TX:
In light of the first United States case of Ebola confirmed in Dallas, I have faith that Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital is following all Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Texas Department of Heath recommendations to ensure the safety of its patients, hospital staff, volunteers, physicians and visitors.
African American News
Austin – Following is a statement from University of Texas at Austin President Bill Powers regarding today's court ruling in the case of Fisher versus University of Texas. The ruling relates to the use of ethnicity as one factor in determining college admissions. "We are very pleased with the Court's ruling recognizing the constitutionality of the University's admissions policy under the Supreme Court's recent guidance.
Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Marc Veasey, TX-33, was recognized by founder and co-chairman of the Congressional Caucus on Youth Sports, Rep. Mike McIntyre, as a new member of the caucus at their Youth Sports Day event in Washington, D.C.
Veasey will join Reps. Jim Jordan, Ron Kind, and Patrick Meehan as co-chair of the caucus in the 114th Congress to promote healthy lifestyles for children and their families through sports.