Nydia M. Velázquez
Nydia Margarita Velázquez Serrano is an American politician serving as the U.S. representative for New York's 7th congressional district since 2013. A member of the Democratic Party, she previously represented New York's 12th congressional district from 1993 to 2013, prior to redistricting. She chaired the Congressional Hispanic Caucus from 2009 to 2011. Velázquez is the first Puerto Rican woman to serve in Congress.
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Background
Born
1953-03-28, Yabucoa
Education
New York University, University of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras Campus, University of Puerto Rico
Prior Occupations
politician, university teacher, adjunct professor
Positions Held
member of the New York City Council, director, United States representative
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Country
United States
Chamber
House
Party
Democrat
State
New York
Status
Current member
In office since
1993
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