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IRVING — Make way for America's newest citizens!
120-people from more than 30-different countries earned citizens' rights in Irving Thursday, just in time for Independence Day.
"Very emotional," new citizen Trudie Mare from South Africa said. "It's been such a long journey. To eventually get here on this special day, the day before America's birthday, it just makes it so much more to celebrate."
The festivities might look like fun, but rigorous tests and requirements take time—lots of it.
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Dallas, TX – One year after the United States Senate passed a bipartisan immigration bill, Congressman Marc Veasey, TX-33, will help celebrate Independence Day by delivering keynote remarks to 120 candidates for citizenship at a naturalization ceremony to welcome new American citizens on Thursday, July 3, 2014. The ceremony will take place at the USCIS Dallas Field Office located at 6500 Campus Circle Dr. East, Irving, Texas.
WASHINGTON — As many celebrate the second anniversary of a federal policy that deferred deportations for many young people brought to America illegally as children, uncertainty and fear nonetheless persist for many immigrants.
"It was a very positive step, and it showed the extent of the authority the president actually has here," said Arturo Vargas, the executive director of the National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials. "The problem with any of these actions are they are not permanent because [there is no] legislation."
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Fort Worth, TX – On Monday, June 30, Congressman Marc Veasey, TX-33, will be rolling up his sleeves to work the assembly line at Lasko Products, Inc. in Fort Worth, Texas.
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Marc Veasey, TX-33, is pleased to announce that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) awarded more than $22 million to the Head Start of Greater Dallas Early Head Start and Head Start Program in Dallas, Texas.
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Marc Veasey, TX-33, member of the House Armed Services Committee, released the following statement regarding the passage of the Defense Appropriations Bill for Fiscal Year 2015:
Washington, D.C.- Today, Congressman Marc Veasey, TX-33, announced a $8.7 million U.S. Department of Transportation grant awarded to the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) for the final installment of funds toward the completion of the Green Light Rail Line System. The largest electric light rail opening the country has seen in 20 years, the $1.8 billion Green Line stretches as far southeast as Dallas' Pleasant Grove neighborhood and northwest all the way to Carrollton.
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Marc Veasey, TX-33, is pleased to announce that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) awarded more than $22 million to the Head Start of Greater Dallas Early Head Start and Head Start Program in Dallas, Texas.
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Marc Veasey, TX-33, member of the House Armed Services Committee, released the following statement regarding the passage of the Defense Appropriations Bill for Fiscal Year 2015:
"I am proud to support the Defense Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2015 before the House this week. This bill ensures that we can find responsible ways to reduce costs without affecting the livelihood and readiness of the brave women and men serving our country.
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Marc Veasey, TX-33, announced that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) awarded $7.7 million to the Child Care Associates Early Head Start and Head Start Program in Fort Worth, Texas.