Nydia M. Velázquez
Democratic · U.S. Representative, NY-7
30+ years
House terms
17
Years in Congress
33
First took office (this chamber)
January 5, 1993
Current term ends
January 3, 2027
Next election
November 2026 NOT RUNNING
Age
73
2026 plans
Not seeking re-election. Announced November 20, 2025. Official source ↗
Service in Congress
- House 1993–present
Committees
- Committee on Small BusinessRanking Member
- Committee on Financial ServicesSubcommittees: Financial Institutions; Housing and Insurance
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