Protect ACA/ Reproductive Rights

Congressman Marc Veasey, D-Fort Worth says, "Governor Abbott's administration's most recent attack on Medicaid is a continuation of despicable policy decisions that make it clear that expanding access to care for low-income families is not a priority for Texas Republicans."

Democratic lawmakers also blasted the move.

"Today, the state of Texas delivered another blow to Texas' low-income community … This change in coverage affects hundreds if not thousands of women in my district and across the state," said U.S. Rep. Marc Veasey, whose district includes parts of Fort Worth and Dallas.

Veasey said Abbott's "most recent attack on Medicaid is a continuation of despicable policy decisions that make it clear that expanding access to care for low-income families is not a priority for Texas Republicans."

Even in 2015, women continue to face challenges in the workforce — from affordable child care to equal pay — despite decades of advancements.

That needs to change, especially at a time when women make up nearly half of the workforce across the country, said U.S. Rep. Marc Veasey, who hosted a standing-room only Women's Conference at the Kidd Springs Recreation Center on Monday in Dallas.

Congressman Marc Veasey standing with Planned Parenthood on national Pink Out Day. His statement: "Today on National #PinkOut Day, I am proud to demonstrate my unwavering support for Planned Parenthood in the wake of House Republicans' most recent assault on women's health. If House Republicans are successful, the current health crisis facing poor women in Texas could soon be the same crisis facing women across this country.

In conjunction with the Make It In America plan, Rep. Veasey hosted a "Marc Means Business" event at the headquarters of Alcon, a leader in the eye care industry. Rep. Veasey learned more about the tools that U.S. based manufacturers use to produce quality goods, as well as the global distribution process.