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Rep. Sylvia Garcia discusses events related to dream act & astronaut return

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Sylvia Garcia, U.S. Representative for Texas from District 29 | Official U.S. House headshot

Sylvia Garcia, U.S. Representative for Texas from District 29 | Official U.S. House headshot

Rep. Sylvia Garcia, a U.S. Congress member representing Texas' 29th district, has been actively engaging with her community through various initiatives and updates shared on social media. On March 18, 2025, she announced an upcoming community conversation regarding the American Dream and Promise Act.

On March 18, 2025, Rep. Sylvia Garcia tweeted about an important event focused on the American Dream and Promise Act. She invited the community to join the discussion at Lone Star College-East Aldine Center, emphasizing its significance for Dreamers: "HAPPENING SOON: Join us fo an important community conversation about the American Dream and Promise Act and what it means for our Dreamers TONIGHT at 6:00 PM at Lone Star College-East Aldine Center, Main Building 2430 Aldine Mail Rte Rd."

Later that day, Rep. Garcia welcomed back astronauts Suni Williams, Butch Wilmore, and Nick Hague from their mission in space. Her tweet highlighted the careful planning that enabled their successful return: "Welcome back to our astronauts, Suni, Butch, and Nick! This successful return was made possible by careful planning set in motion last August." She also expressed excitement about their arrival coinciding with Houston's rodeo season.

In a subsequent post on March 19, 2025, Rep. Garcia reflected on the turnout at the community meeting about the American Dream and Promise Act. She commended participants for supporting Dreamers and emphasized their role as future leaders: "It was Inspiring to see so many community members come together to support the American Dream and Promise Act and hear Dreamers share their powerful stories tonight." The congresswoman reiterated her commitment to advocating for stability and citizenship for these individuals.

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