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NEW CHC LEADERSHIP
November 15, 2012
Press Release

Washington D.C.: Chairman Charles A. Gonzalez (TX 20) released this statement following the election of Rep. Rubén Hinojosa (TX 15) as CHC Chairman for the 113th Congress, Rep. Ben Ray Luján (NM03) as First Vice Chair, Rep. Linda Sanchez (CA39) as Second Vice Chair and Congresswoman-elect Michelle Luján Grisham (NM01) as Whip.

CHC ON NEWLY ELECTED CBC LEADERSHIP
November 14, 2012
Press Release

Washington D.C.: Chairman Charles A. Gonzalez (TX 20) released this statement after Congressional Black Caucus unanimously elected Congresswoman Marcia Fudge (OH-11) to serve as Chair during the 113th Congress.

Issues:Civil Rights, Housing, and Voting Rights
CHC TO HOLD TWITTER TOWN HALL FOR VOTER REGISTRATION RESOURCES
October 12, 2012
Press Release
The Congressional Hispanic Caucus, joined by House Democrats, will host a Twitter town hall to provide voter registration resources and highlight the importance of civic engagement to Hispanic youth.
Issues:Immigration and Border IssuesEducation and Veterans
CHC ON CÉSAR CHÁVEZ NATIONAL MONUMENT
October 2, 2012
Press Release

Washington D.C.: Chairman Charles A. Gonzalez (TX 20) released the following statement regarding President Obama’s establishment of César Estrada Chávez National Monument in Keene, California.

Issues:Trade, Commerce, and ManufacturingEducation and Veterans
CHC ON KENNEDY CENTER HONORS
September 27, 2012
Press Release

Washington D.C.: Chairman Charles A. Gonzalez (TX 20) released the following statement regarding Kennedy Center President Michael Kaiser’s response to criticism by National Hispanic Foundation for the Arts Chairman Felix Sanchez. Mr. Sanchez has been working to increase the number of Hispanics recognized by the Kennedy Center Honors.

Issues:Civil Rights, Housing, and Voting Rights
CHC CELEBRATES THE START OF HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH
September 17, 2012
Press Release

Chairman Charles Gonzalez (TX-20): “Even though all Americans do not share a common heritage, we share a common dream and therefore we are bound by a common destiny. During Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor the incredible contributions that Hispanics have made throughout our history and recognize the promise the Hispanic community holds for our country’s future.

Issues:Education and Veterans
CHC ON LAMAR SMITH BILL
August 16, 2012
Press Release
The Congressional Hispanic Caucus has a long-standing offer to meet and negotiate with those who are interested in efforts to improve our immigration policies. Rep. Lamar Smith put forth a bill that he was unwilling to negotiate and set a time line that could never realistically be met.
Issues:Immigration and Border IssuesHealthcare
CHC ON GOV. BREWER’S EXECUTIVE ORDER
August 16, 2012
Press Release
Governor Brewer is simply making up rules for the sake of politics and not even considering what makes good economic policy or what is fair and just for productive, dedicated young immigrants.
Issues:Immigration and Border IssuesEducation and VeteransHealthcare
CARDOZA RETIREMENT
August 16, 2012
Press Release
Dennis has been an insightful, consistent and valued member of our caucus. His commitment to fighting the foreclosure crisis, which deeply impacted his district, led to his role as a champion for the rights of homeowners across the country.
CHC ON ROLL OUT OF DEFERRED ACTION APPLICATIONS
August 14, 2012
Press Release
Now young people who have been raised in this country, educated in our schools and who pledge allegiance to our flag will be shielded from deportation and qualify for protections to allow them to contribute to this country.
Issues:Immigration and Border IssuesEducation and VeteransCivil Rights, Housing, and Voting Rights