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June 18, 2014

Dallas, TX – This week, Congressman Marc Veasey, TX-33, voted against proposed cuts to transportation and housing funding that provides a vital safety net for America's most vulnerable populations.


June 13, 2014

Veasey tours home rebuilt with HUD funds, days after House Republicans slash funding to federal housing programs

Dallas, TX – This week, Congressman Marc Veasey, TX-33, voted against proposed cuts to transportation and housing funding that provides a vital safety net for America's most vulnerable populations.


June 6, 2014

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Marc Veasey, TX-33, announced joined as an original co-sponsor of, H.Res. 606, introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives by The Honorable Linda Sánchez (CA-38), recognizing the month of June as Immigrant Heritage Month in honor of the accomplishments and role of immigrants in shaping the history and culture of the United States.

Issues:Immigration

May 30, 2014

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Marc Veasey, TX-33, Member of the House Armed Services Committee released the following statement after President Obama announced the resignation of Veterans Affairs Secretary Eric Shinseki:


May 29, 2014
Washington, D.C. – Today Rep. Veasey announced that the Texas Transportation Commission will award funding from the Federal Aviation Administration Airport Improvement Program (AIP) a grant of $1.9 million to Fort Worth-Meacham Airport for terminal building and pavement improvements.

May 28, 2014

Washington D.C. – Congressman Marc Veasey, TX-33, Member of the Congressional Black Caucus released the following statement marking the passing of Maya Angelou:

"A talented and remarkable woman, Dr. Maya Angelou dedicated her life to making a difference in the lives of others. I can remember reading her poetry as a young man and feeling deeply connected with the words that continue to speak to the conscience of our nation.

Issues:Human Rights

May 27, 2014

U.S. Rep. Marc Veasey, D-Fort Worth, will participate in a health fair Saturday to try to promote health and fitness.

The health fair is from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Diamond Hill Community Center, 1701 NE 36th St.

For more information, call 817-920-9086 or email alejandro.hukill-aris@mail.house.gov.

— Anna M. Tinsley


May 26, 2014

Washington D.C. – Congressman Marc Veasey, TX-33, Member of the House Armed Services Committee, released the following statement in honor of Memorial Day:

"Today, in honor of Memorial Day, we should all take time to reflect on the service and sacrifice of our nation's brave military men and women and those who fallen during that service.


May 25, 2014

Washington D.C. – Congressman Marc Veasey, TX-33, Member of the House Armed Services Committee, released the following statement after the House passed the Fiscal Year 2015 National Defense Authorization Act:

"Today, the House of Representatives worked in a bipartisan way to approve the Howard P. 'Buck' McKeon National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2015.