Governor Kathy Hochul issued a statement recognizing Congresswoman Nydia Velázquez for her service and leadership. Hochul highlighted Velázquez’s historic role as the first Puerto Rican woman elected to Congress and noted her advocacy for New Yorkers.
“Congresswoman Nydia Velázquez is a trailblazer whose leadership has opened doors for generations of New Yorkers. As the first Puerto Rican woman elected to Congress, she has never forgotten where she came from, and she has never stopped fighting for the people she serves.
“For more than three decades, she has led with unshakable purpose and delivered meaningful progress for women, veterans, immigrants and communities too often left behind.
“We became friends when I served with her in Congress, and I’ve continued to seek her wisdom as Governor. I thank her for her service and wish her nothing but the very best in this next chapter. She will continue making a difference in everything she does,” Hochul said.
No additional details about Velázquez’s future plans were provided in the statement.
