Press Releases
WASHINGTON, D.C. –Congressman Marc Veasey, TX-33, released the following statement on the Consolidated Appropriations Act, a long-term funding bill for the 2016 Fiscal Year:
Dallas, TX – On Monday, December 21, 2015, Congressman Marc Veasey, TX-33, will be prepping a Dallas institution for the busy holiday season during his December ‘Marc Means Business' workday at Dallas Tortilla & Tamale Factory. Veasey will be rolling up his sleeves to help make the Mexican holiday staple by learning to make tamales and tortillas, packing and sealing tamales, tostadas, and chips for distribution, and manning the cash register.
WASHINGTON, D.C. –Congressman Marc Veasey, TX-33, released the following statement after voting in favor of the Senate Amendments to H. R. 2250, a short term Continuing Resolution to fund government operations until December 16, 2015:
WASHINGTON, D.C. –Congressman Marc Veasey, TX-33, released the following statement after joining House Democrats' discharge petition to force a vote on the ‘Denying Firearms and Explosives to Dangerous Terrorists' Act:
WASHINGTON, D.C. –Congressman Marc Veasey, TX-33, released the following statement in favor of the Conference Report on H.R. 22, Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act, and the long-term reauthorization of the Export-Import Bank:
WASHINGTON, D.C. –Congressman Marc Veasey, TX-33, released the following statement after voting in favor of S. 1177, Every Student Succeeds Act:
"Today's landmark legislation is a major step forward in providing a quality education to every student no matter their background. While the agreement is not perfect, I am confident that schools across the DFW Metroplex will benefit from the flexibility provided to local school districts and the increased funds to identify and address the needs of vulnerable students."
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Marc Veasey (TX-33), addressed his House colleagues to share his constituents' thoughts and concerns regarding the American SAFE Act. Veasey is committed to supporting Syrian refugees and refugee resettlement while balancing the nation's evolving national security needs.
WASHINGTON, D.C. –Congressman Marc Veasey, TX-33, released the following statement in recognition of the Thanksgiving holiday:
"Today, we gather with family and friends to celebrate the American tradition of giving thanks and reflect on the blessings of the past year. As we join together at our Thanksgiving tables, we remember those who may be less fortunate and recommit ourselves to working on their behalf. It is an honor to represent the 33rd Congressional District and I wish a happy Thanksgiving to everyone in the DFW Metroplex."
WASHINGTON, D.C. –Congressman Marc Veasey, TX-33, released the following statement after voting in favor of H.R. 4038, the American SAFE Act of 2015, a bill that would not end the current refugee resettlement program, but requires the directors of federal agencies to now certify the vetting process:
"Since yesterday's vote, there has been misunderstanding about the content of the American SAFE Act and what it means for America's position as the leader of democracy and human rights in the world.
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Marc Veasey, TX-33, released the following statement regarding his vote in favor of H.R. 4038, the American SAFE Act of 2015: