Press Releases

"Today the world lost a leader and a countryman. George H. W. Bush personified all the traits of a Texan - willing to work together, show restraint when necessary, make tough decisions for the betterment of all Americans, and demonstrate deep loyalty to country. We honor his memory and his family through their time of mourning and celebration of life."

DFW job seekers to meet face-to face with major state and national employers like Bell Helicopter, Southwest Airlines, AT&T, and various State and local offices.

Washington, D.C. – On November 28th, Congressman Veasey will introduce the Diverse Small Businesses Empowerment Act to permanently cut the upfront Small Business Administration (SBA) loan fees and eliminate economic barriers institutionally faced by women, minorities and veteran small business owners. Additionally, this bill will provide targeted economic growth to a diverse group of American entrepreneurs and break down barriers that inhibit progress for minority-owned small businesses.

Beginning Monday, December 3, the downtown Fort Worth Social Security office, located at 819 Taylor Street, will temporarily provide limited services until further notice due to renovations. The agency plans to resume full Social Security service options next summer. In the meantime, the following services will be provided by a smaller staff in the current facility: Social Security cards, benefit verification letters, and replacement Medicare cards. All other employees of the office will work in surrounding offices until the renovations are completed.

"Leader Pelosi is the best strategist in either party. With an exciting new freshman class, our party is gaining a deeper bench. That's a great position to be in, but it also requires a progressive, resolute leader who has proven time and again that she can counteract the Republican Party and President Trump to prioritize the Democrats' legislative agenda. We need her whip-smart negotiating skills to lead us through a smooth transition for the next two years.

Rep. Veasey issued a statement on the Pentagon's announcement for increased funding for F-35s:

Mass shootings have become a reccuring nightmare in America. In Thousands Oaks, Sgt. Ron Helus and a veteran's sergeant in the Ventura County Sheriff's office both ran into the bar to help when they heard gunshots. They are were incredibly brave and fearless- they put their lives on the line- and their lives were taken trying to help others. All twelve victims and their families lives are changed, and I grieve with them. We must and will do more to combat the uncontrolled epidemic of gun violence in our country.

Fort Worth, Texas – On Thursday, November 8, 2018, Congressman Marc Veasey will honor four veterans with the Congressional Veteran Commendation at his annual Veterans Town Hall at Texas Wesleyan University in Fort Worth.

The nominations-based program designed to recognize the wartime sacrifices and peacetime community involvement of veterans of the 33rd Congressional District of Texas. Recipients of the award include: Abdel Casiano, Christopher Ray, David Whitley, and Jherarrd Crockett.