Velázquez Praises Passage of “Moving Forward Act”
(WorldNews Environment)

Legislation Includes Historic Investment in Public Housing Washington, DC - Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) voted yesterday for H.R. 2, the `Moving Forward Act,` House Democrats` sweeping legislation to invest more than $1.5 trillion in modern, sustainable infrastructure while creating millions of good-paying jobs, combatting the climate crisis and addressing disparities in communities across New York City and throughout the country. Importantly, the legislation includes a historic $70 billion investment in public housing, allowing agencies like the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) to make needed upgrades and repairs. Velázquez previously authored the Public Housing Emergency...