cite this phrase A public statement from this article is: "Bronx Councilmember Pierena Sanchez, chair of the Housing and Buildings Committee, stated that the council will soon pass the CityFHEPS legislative package to expand housing stability for New Yorkers through increased vouchers." This statement is made by a public figure, Councilmember Pierena Sanchez, and it pertains to a public matter, which is the passing of the CityFHEPS legislative package to increase housing stability