Supporting Our Veterans
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Veterans of our armed forces are vital members of our community, and deserve access to the best programs and care available. Representative Vasquez will always work to ensure that the brave men and women who served and sacrificed for our country receive the care and support they deserve.
If you are a veteran and need assistance accessing your VA benefits or need assistance with other federal agencies, please click here.
Here are some ways he has been working to support our vets:
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More on Supporting Our Veterans
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October 17, 2024
LAS CRUCES, N.M. – Today, October 17, 2024, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) highlighted his ongoing commitment to helping New Mexicans navigate federal bureaucracy and securing funding for community projects.
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September 11, 2024
U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (N.M.-02) urged the House Veterans Affairs Committee to pass his bill, the New Mexico Rural Veteran Health Care Access Act. The bill addresses the long-standing health care challenges faced by rural veterans in Otero and Eddy counties. It would reduce travel times for veterans in these counties while ensuring they are fully reimbursed for their travel expenses.
Issues:Supporting Our Veterans
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September 6, 2024
U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (N.M.-02) discussed his newly introduced Veteran Education Assistance Adjustment Act to provide more educational resources to veterans and announced he secured $4.5 million in Head Start investments for Las Cruces Public Schools (LCPS).
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Rep. Gabe Vasquez Delivers on Promise to Find Solutions for Veteran Health Care Access with New Bill
August 5, 2024
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, August 5, 2024, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (N.M.-02) introduced H.R.
Issues:Supporting Our Veterans
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Vasquez Brings Veterans’ Affairs Committee Ranking Member to Listen to New Mexico Veterans’ Concerns
July 20, 2024
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – On Friday, July 19, 2024, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (N.M.-02), alongside House Veterans’ Affairs Committee Ranking Member Rep. Mark Takano (Calif.-39), hosted a roundtable discussion with local veterans to ensure their voices are heard in Washington.
Issues:Supporting Our Veterans
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June 21, 2024
On Friday, June 21, 2024, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (N.M.-02) hosted a roundtable with the Lincoln Otero Veterans Leadership Council in Alamogordo to discuss Veterans Integrated Services Networks and his work in Congress to support veterans.
Issues:Supporting Our Veterans
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June 12, 2024
On Wednesday, June 12, 2024, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez announced the introduction of H.R. 8514, the Veteran Education Assistance Adjustment Act, a new bill aimed at increasing the yearly books and supply stipend, providing veterans with the necessary financial stability to focus on their studies and prepare for their future. Vasquez presented the bill during the House Veteran Affairs (HVAC) Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity hearing on pending legislation.
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March 22, 2024
On Friday, March 22, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (D-N.M.-02) voted in favor of the final funding bill for Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24) to deliver historic investments in the district, support critical public safety, education and national security efforts across the country and prevent extremists from partially shutting down the government.
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March 5, 2024
U.S. Congressmen Gabe Vasquez (D-NM-02) and Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ-06), co-chairs of the Bipartisan Southwest Caucus, co-led new legislation today to expand access for rural veterans in need of transportation to Veterans Affairs (VA) health care facilities.
Issues:Supporting Our Veterans
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February 21, 2024
On Tuesday, February 20, 2024, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (D-N.M.-02) convened a roundtable discussion with South Valley veterans to address pressing issues facing New Mexico veterans. Participants voiced their concerns regarding health care costs and VA accessibility, suicide prevention and the need to protect veterans from predatory groups seeking to profit from veterans seeking assistance with federal agencies. Rep. Vasquez remains committed to advocating for the benefits veterans have earned and addressing their needs.