Veronica Escobar Emails - Archive of Political Emails

Any date

50+ Messages / Page

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

January 17, 2025 at 5:53 PM

The Biden Years

Watch by video above or read my full blog post below Dear john,It’s the last full week of the Biden-Harris administration. As I reflect on the progress our country made over the last four years under the leadership of President Biden and Vice President Harris, I want to remind you about some of thos…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

January 13, 2025 at 11:51 PM

ACA Open Enrollment Deadline This Week

Make sure you're covered! Dear john, Thanks to House Democrats’ work to expand tax credits, marketplace health plans are more affordable than ever. With open enrollment ending this Wednesday, January 15, I wanted to share some resources to ensure you and your family have the coverage you need. The A…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

January 10, 2025 at 6:35 PM

Republican Rules Package

Last week after the House of Representatives voted on who would be the Speaker, the vote that followed was on a new set of rules that dictate how the institution will be run over the next two years. Written solely by Republicans, these rules give us insight into their priorities for the upcoming 119…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

January 10, 2025 at 6:30 PM

Newsletter Template

Last week after the House of Representatives voted on who would be the Speaker, the vote that followed was on a new set of rules that dictate how the institution will be run over the next two years. Written solely by Republicans, these rules give us insight into their priorities for the upcoming 119…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

January 8, 2025 at 8:18 PM

The 119th Congress

Dear john,Last week after the House of Representatives held our elections for Speaker of the House, we also voted on a new set of rules that dictate how the institution will be run over the next two years. Written solely by Republicans, these rules included individual legislation that give us insigh…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

December 23, 2024 at 7:12 PM

Please Be Safe This Holiday Season

The risk and danger created by people who have had too much to drink and make the decision to get behind the wheel is not a new challenge for El Paso. And as El Pasoans go out and celebrate the holidays over the next week, we know that this risk will only grow. Many El Pasoans have shared with me th…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

December 21, 2024 at 8:49 PM

Finally, Social Security Fairness For El Paso Public Servants

I am so excited to share wonderful news with you today! You can watch my Instagram video here. Dear john, I am so excited to share wonderful news with you today! The Social Security Fairness Act has passed Congress and it’s soon to be signed into law by President Biden. If you are one of our many El…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

December 18, 2024 at 7:46 PM

DWIs in El Paso

Are you concerned? Are you concerned about DWIs in El Paso? Yes No Submit survey to sign up for updates on my work in Congress.* Dear john, As El Pasoans go out and celebrate the holidays over the next two weeks, we know that this risk will only grow. Many El Pasoans have shared with me that they ar…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

December 11, 2024 at 9:52 PM

Upcoming December Events

Will I see you there? Dear john, I wanted to invite you to some important events over the next few days. First, my team and I will be hosting Mobile Office Hours this Friday at 9am to assist you with federal agencies. If you need help with your social security, veterans' benefits, or more, swing by!…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

December 11, 2024 at 9:43 PM

Upcoming December Events

Will I see you there? Dear john, I wanted to invite you to some important events over the next few days. First, my team and I will be hosting Mobile Office Hours this Friday at 9am to assist you with federal agencies. If you need help with your social security, veterans' benefits, or more, swing by!…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

December 4, 2024 at 4:30 PM

The Trump Tax Plan

Donald Trump announced that on January 20th, he will institute a 25% tariff on all imports from Mexico and Canada.A tariff is a tax the government charges U.S.-based companies for bringing foreign-made goods from another country. In response, companies can either stop importing those items and buy t…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

November 14, 2024 at 9:01 PM

Looking towards 2025

Could you take this survey for me? Para leer en español, oprime aquí Dear john, I hope you and your family are well. As I return to DC and my office and I prepare for a new Congress come January, would you be willing to take this short survey on your media consumption and the issues that are importa…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

September 25, 2024 at 6:03 PM

Service Academy Information Session

Join this Thursday! Dear john, Are you or is somebody you know interested in attending a service academy? Tomorrow, my office will be hosting an information session at 6pm on Zoom! Representatives from the Service Academies will provide you with valuable information about each of the academies and S…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

September 20, 2024 at 3:13 PM

Congresswoman Escobar Celebrates Bridge of the Americas Modernization Project

Congresswoman Escobar Celebrates Bridge of the Americas Modernization Project (Washington, D.C.) – Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) celebrated the General Services Administration (GSA)’s adoption of Viable Action Alternative #4 for the Bridge of the Americas (Puente Libre, BOTA) project…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

September 18, 2024 at 6:21 PM

Texting Town Hall Friday!

Send me your questions! Dear john, I wanted to let you know that I'll be hosting a Texting Town Hall this Friday, September 20th at 12pm MT. I can't wait to hear from you, so text me your questions at 915-295-2551, and I'll be responding to them Friday starting at 12pm MT. As always, please subscrib…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

September 16, 2024 at 6:21 PM

September & October Mobile Office Hours Schedule

Dear john,My team is always here to assist you, but I understand not everyone is available to stop by my office downtown. That's why my team will be hosting Mobile Office Hours around the community this month and in October.During these office hours, members of my team will be available to assist yo…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

September 12, 2024 at 6:34 PM

Do you know an outstanding El Pasoan?

Help me honor them! Dear john, As your federal representative, one of the privileges I have is the ability to recognize outstanding public achievements by people in our community. I'm proud to have recognized veterans, athletes, public servants, students and many, many more exceptional El Pasoans. S…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

September 6, 2024 at 7:45 PM

A Month in Review: August 2024 Congressional Update

Dear john,I hope you and your family are well.This month, I was joined by VA Secretary Denis McDonough in El Paso for a tour of Fort Bliss and to discuss how House Democrats and the Biden-Harris administration have worked on behalf of our country's veterans. I also had the honor of participating in …

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

August 30, 2024 at 9:25 PM

Tele-Town Hall on September 3rd

Will I see you there? Dear john, I'm writing to invite you to join me Tuesday, September 3rd at 6pm MT for a live tele-town hall. With so much happening in Congress and our federal government, I wanted to take some time to share the latest news with you and answer your questions. You can watch along…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

August 23, 2024 at 5:57 PM

Final Reminder for Federal Agency Resource Fair

Hope to see you there! Dear john, I hope you've been well! I just wanted to send you a final reminder about my federal agency resource fair happening tomorrow from 10am-1pm. It will be at the EPCC Administrative Services Center in the Building A - Auditorium located at 9050 Viscount Blvd. Confirmed …

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

August 16, 2024 at 7:18 PM

Happy Birthday, Social Security!

Dear john,This week marks 89 years since President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act into law, guaranteeing seniors can retire with dignity after a lifetime of hard work.Even as 10,000 Baby Boomers a day become eligible for Social Security, Congress has not acted to enhance benefi…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

August 14, 2024 at 7:25 PM

RE: Federal Agency Resource Fair

Federal Agency Resource Fair Survey Dear john, About a month ago, I sent you an email asking you to submit a short survey about which federal agencies you'd like to see at my Resource Fair. After hundreds of responses, I'm thrilled to announce that we have finalized the details and my office will be…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

August 3, 2024 at 1:02 AM

Five Years Ago

My statement on August 3rd Five years ago, our community was forever changed. Twenty-three innocent lives were taken, and countless others still live with the pain and trauma of the horrific attack in our peaceful community. The white supremacist who drove 10 hours to El Paso was inspired by the hat…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

July 30, 2024 at 6:37 PM

July & August Mobile Office Hours Schedule

Dear john,My team is always here to assist you, but I understand not everyone is available to stop by my office downtown. That's why starting tomorrow, my team will be making weekly trips around the city for Mobile Office Hours.During these office hours, members of my team will be available to assis…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

July 24, 2024 at 7:05 PM

Mobile Office Hours with the Social Security Administration

Dear john,Do you need help with your social security? My office is hosting mobile office hours and will be joined by the Social Security Administration.Stop by tomorrow and join my team Thursday, July 25th from 1-3pm at the Andress HS Performing Arts Center.More information below. Dear john, Do you …

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

July 12, 2024 at 6:39 PM

SCOTUS Justices Thomas & Alito

Should they be impeached? Should Justices Alito and Thomas be impeached? Yes No Submit survey to sign up for updates on my work in Congress.* john, This week, my colleague Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez introduced articles of impeachment for Supreme Court Justices Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito. Our cou…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

July 10, 2024 at 6:55 PM

I'd like your input, please

Federal Agency Resource Fair Survey Dear john, As your Congresswoman, it is my job to help address any issues and answer any questions you may have with federal agencies. That's why my team is planning to host a Resource Fair with federal agencies and their representatives later this year. I wanted …

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

July 8, 2024 at 5:55 PM

A Month in Review: June 2024 Congressional Update

Dear john,June was one of those months where after years of hard work, it finally paid off when I joined President Biden at the White House to celebrate his executive order granting protections to the undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens and graduates of American universities, including Dreamers. I…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

June 26, 2024 at 8:00 PM

Texting Town Hall Friday!

Send me your questions! Dear john, Hope all is well! I wanted to let you know that I'll be hosting a Texting Town Hall this Friday, June 28th at 12pm MT. I can't wait to hear from you, so text me your questions and thoughts at 915-295-2551, and I'll be responding to them Friday starting at 12pm MT. …

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

June 25, 2024 at 9:14 PM

BOTA Informational Meeting Tomorrow

I encourage you to attend! Dear john, On November 5, 2021, I voted for the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which was signed into law by President Biden, and included over $3.4 billion to update technology, reduce wait times, and decrease the carbon footprint of land ports of entry across the country.…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

June 5, 2024 at 8:40 PM

A Month in Review: May 2024 Congressional Update

Dear john,May was a particularly important time for our community in the House of Representatives.As a member of the House Armed Services Committee, I spent 12 hours in a hearing with my colleagues on the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), the bipartisan legislation that funds our military.T…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

May 23, 2024 at 5:49 PM

Pay Raises for Our Servicemembers

I'm so proud to have served on the Quality of Life Panel Should Our Servicemembers Receive Pay Raises? Yes No Submit survey to sign up for updates on my work in Congress.* Dear john, I'm so proud to have served on the Quality of Life (QoL) Panel, which worked to publish a report of recommendations t…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

May 21, 2024 at 7:10 PM

Drug Policy Updates

Do you approve of President Biden's actions? Do you approve of President Biden reclassifying marijuana as a lower-risk drug? Yes No Submit survey to sign up for updates on my work in Congress.* Dear john, Last week, President Biden and the Justice Department made a major move toward rescheduling mar…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

May 15, 2024 at 5:56 PM

Do you have a question for me?

Text me! Dear john, With so much news coming out of Washington D.C., I know it can sometimes be hard to keep up. That's why this Thursday, May 16th at 12pm MT, I will be hosting a texting town hall. I can't wait to hear from you, so text me your questions and thoughts at 915-295-2551, and I'll be re…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

May 1, 2024 at 7:44 PM

A Month in Review: April 2024 Congressional Update

Dear john,It was an incredibly busy month on Capitol Hill and in El Paso. I hope you saw that I secured over $19 million in federal funds for projects across our community in March, and this month I had the opportunity to visit with several of the awardees to celebrate these investments.I also was t…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

April 29, 2024 at 9:02 PM

El Paso Times: End of federal internet subsidy to impact over 81,000 El Paso households, 23M nationally

More than 81,000 households across El Paso could pay more for internet unless Congress ta End of federal internet subsidy to impact over 81,000 El Paso households, 23M nationally Published in the El Paso Times on April 29, 2024 By Adam Powell More than 81,000 households across El Paso could pay more…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

April 20, 2024 at 11:06 PM

Updates from the House Floor

Dear john,I wanted to reach out to provide you with more insight on bills passing through Congress and developments in the Middle East as I have been keeping you updated. As we consider vital pieces of legislation that affect not just the United States but millions of people abroad, I wanted to take…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

April 4, 2024 at 5:16 PM

Affordable Connectivity Program

I heard from so many of you last week about your thoughts on the ACP Should Speaker Johnson bring the Affordable Connectivity Program Extension Act of 2024 to the floor for a vote? Yes No Submit survey to sign up for updates on my work in Congress.* Dear john, During my texting town hall last week, …

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

April 2, 2024 at 8:32 PM

A Month in Review: March 2024 Congressional Update

Dear john,March will always be a special month for El Paso because of Castner Range. This year, we’re celebrating the first anniversary of its designation as a national monument by President Biden. After decades of hard work and advocacy, our efforts paid off and it brings me such joy to know the cr…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

March 27, 2024 at 7:37 PM

ELLE: Rep. Veronica Escobar Approaches Immigration Reform With Hope, Promise, and Unity

ELLE: Rep. Veronica Escobar Approaches Immigration Reform With Hope, Promise, and Unity by Rose Minutaglio (Published March 27, 2024)Since taking office five years ago, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar has gotten used to hearing migrants on the Texas-Mexico border being referred to in racist and xenop…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

March 26, 2024 at 3:43 PM

Upcoming Texting Town Hall

Send me your questions! Dear john, There's been so much news coming out of Washington D.C. that I know it can sometimes be hard to keep up. That's why this Wednesday, March 27th at 12pm MT, I will be hosting a texting town hall. I can't wait to hear from you, so text me your questions and thoughts a…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

March 21, 2024 at 5:12 PM

Happy anniversary, Castner Range!

Dear john,Today marks one year since Castner Range was designated a National Monument.I continue to feel so much gratitude for everyone who was part of the process behind this enormous undertaking. The work — while a labor of love — was at times filled with moments of anxiety and doubt, but after de…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

March 19, 2024 at 8:44 PM

Have you tried Direct File?

The free, secure option to file your taxes directly with the IRS Are you interested in using this new way to file your taxes for free? Yes No Submit survey to sign up for updates on my work in Congress.* Dear john, We're less than a month away from the tax filing deadline on April 15th, so as you pr…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

March 15, 2024 at 9:58 PM

3 Year Anniversary of ARPA

Three years ago this week, President Biden signed into law the American Rescue Plan Act Dear john, Three years ago this week, President Biden signed into law the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), a lifesaving, life-changing bill spearheaded by House Democrats that changed the course of the pandemic, …

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

March 13, 2024 at 6:09 PM

Daylight Savings

Dear john,This past Sunday, daylight savings time had people across the country changing their clocks. This twice a year ritual has many people divided -- I've heard from El Pasoans who want to see daylight savings time permanently adopted, and others who would rather we keep standard time permanent…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

March 11, 2024 at 7:36 PM

Social Security Funding

Did you know the ultra-wealthy stopped paying in Social Security for the year already? Do you believe the ultra-wealthy should pay their fair share? Yes No Submit survey to sign up for updates on my work in Congress.* Dear john, Did you know that after March 2, millionaires stop paying into Social S…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

March 7, 2024 at 3:24 PM

2024 State of The Union Survey

What are you hoping President Biden will speak about? Dear john, Tonight is President Biden's State of the Union Address. The State of the Union is important because it gives the President his largest audience each year. As you make plans to watch tonight, I want to hear from you. What are you hopin…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

March 4, 2024 at 10:03 PM

A Month in Review: February 2024 Congressional Update

Dear john,Earlier this month, I hosted eight Members of Congress in our beautiful community to show them firsthand the consequences of Republican inaction on our broken immigration system.My goal for these visits is a comprehensive view of immigration policy and its impacts. I led them on a tour of …

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

February 20, 2024 at 9:55 PM

Mobile Office Hours: Citizenship 101

Para leer en español, oprime aquí Dear john,Do you or someone you know have questions about navigating the citizenship process? Stop by my Citizenship 101 Information Session with the USCIS!This Thursday, my office will be hosting an event from 1:30pm-2:30pm at the Marty Robbins Recreation Center lo…

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar

Rep. Veronica Escobar · [email protected]

February 12, 2024 at 9:43 PM

El Paso Times Opinion: UTEP Aerospace Program propels El Paso to new heights: Escobar, Blanco, Samaniego, Leeser

During the first half of the 20th century, El Paso was a leading American city. UTEP Aerospace Program propels El Paso to new heights: Escobar, Blanco, Samaniego, Leeser Published in the El Paso Times on February 12, 2024 By Veronica Escobar, César Blanco, Ricardo Samaniego, Oscar Leeser During the …

See More from Rep. Veronica Escobar