{"database": "press", "table": "releases", "is_view": false, "human_description_en": "where party = \"Republican\", state = \"AZ\" and year = 2025 sorted by date descending", "rows": [["https://hamadeh.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=490", "Year In Review: Congressman Hamadeh Advances America First Principles and Practices", "2025-12-31", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Abraham J. Hamadeh", "H001098", "hamadeh.house.gov", "hamadeh", "https://hamadeh.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx", "scraper", "Since before taking office, FOX News named Congressman Abe Hamadeh as one of the \u201crising stars\u201d in the Democratic and Republican parties expected to emerge in 2025, and that is what he set about doing.\n\nFrom working with President Trump and his Cabinet members to securing wins on the legislative front, Congressman Hamadeh has advanced America First principles and practices on behalf of his constituents in the nation\u2019s Capitol.\n\n\u201cI came to D.C. committed to fight for the principles embodied in the America First agenda as laid out by President Trump; the principles that best serve my constituents. I hit the ground running, and within a very short period of time, I was able to successfully secure a ban on Chinese propaganda from the People\u2019s House. The popularity of the ban even prompted a ban in the UK House of Commons, proving that these fundamental principles are universally what the public wants and following them will keep us on the right track,\u201d stated Congressman Hamadeh.\n\nBuoyed by that initial and almost immediate win, Congressman Hamadeh continued working tirelessly in a bipartisan manner to fight for his constituents\u2019 top priorities.\n\nIn his first year, Congressman Hamadeh and his team met with thousands of residents, conducting over 450 tours for visitors from Congressional District 8.\n\nCongressman Hamadeh\u2019s team has successfully closed over 600 constituent cases to date and returned nearly $2 million to constituents despite the democrats\u2019 government shutdown.\n\nKeeping his promise to veterans, two of the very first bills he introduced as a Member of the House Veterans Affairs Committee, the Edith Nourse Rogers STEM Scholarship Opportunity Act and the Health Professionals Scholarship Program (HPSP) Improvement Act of 2025, were unanimously passed in the U.S. House of Representatives.\n\nIn March, Congressman Hamadeh reached out to FBI Director Kash Patel, advocating for the men and women of the Phoenix Police Department who had been the victims of the Biden Administration's weaponization of the Department of Justice. Thanks to Congressman Hamadeh\u2019s doggedness, the DOJ officially ended its investigation into the Phoenix Police Department (PPD, retracting previous Biden-era findings of widespread constitutional violations, citing the move as ending a \"failed experiment\" with consent decrees and upholding local control.\n\nThat same month, Congressman Hamadeh\u2019s Congressional Fitness Challenge bill won the support of NFL Hall of Famer Brett Favre and former NFL player Antonio Brown (\u201cAB\u201d). \u201cIron Mike\u201d Tyson threw his support behind H.Con.Res.20, which establishes the Congressional Fitness Challenge, calling it \u201cbold\u201d and necessary. It was deemed so necessary that President Trump followed suit and reinstated the Presidential Fitness Challenge. Congressman Hamadeh and his team are preparing to support the President in bringing the fitness initiative to Congressional District 8 in order to build a stronger, healthier future for our kids.\n\nAt the end of the month, Congressman Hamadeh was honored to be invited to meet with Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard. Over dinner, Congressman Hamadeh participated in a discussion about how to advance President Trump\u2019s intelligence agenda.\n\nIn April, keeping his vow to his constituents to secure election integrity, Congressman Hamadeh introduced the Proving Residency for Overseas Voter Eligibility (PROVE) Act.\n\nThe legislation will amend the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act (UOCAVA) to require non-military overseas citizens to prove their current residency in a state in which they are attempting to vote.\n\nIf they are unable to prove a current resident status by themselves, their spouse, parent, or legal guardian, U.S. citizens may still vote a federal ballot only in the District of Columbia.\n\nCongressman Hamadeh also co-led the Preventing Ranked Choice Corruption Act. The legislation, which amends the Help America Vote Act, will help American citizens vote by prohibiting the confusing and disenfranchising voting scheme of Ranked Choice Voting.\n\nCongressman Hamadeh then co-sponsored a bill to support and codify President Donald Trump\u2019s election integrity agenda.\n\nBy codifying President Trump\u2019s Executive Order 14248, entitled Preserving and Protecting the Integrity of American Elections, Congressman Hamadeh\u2019s bill would make law an extensive list of necessary measures, including government-issued proof of U.S. citizenship, security standards for voting equipment, enforcement of the voter-list maintenance, requiring voter-verifiable paper ballots, and prosecuting non-citizen voting and related crimes.\n\nIn May, Congressman Hamadeh joined President Donald Trump, along with top executives from companies including Nvidia, Johnson & Johnson, Eli Lilly, GE Aerospace, and SoftBank, to celebrate their increasing investment in the U.S.\n\nCongressman Hamadeh thanked President Trump for his bold leadership, which led to TSMC making the largest single foreign direct investment in U.S. history. Much of TSMC\u2019s investment is made in Congressional District 8.\n\nCongressman Hamadeh had the pleasure of meeting with Secretary of Veterans Affair Doug Collins in May to share the concerns of veterans in Congressional District 8 and how the VA can best serve them. They also discussed what legislative actions the Congressman could take to facilitate the vital reforms sought by the Trump administration.\n\nPeace through strength is a priority for both Congressman Hamadeh and President Trump; in fact, it is what CD8 residents voted for. As a result, Congressman Hamadeh has worked closely with Ambassador Tom Barrack Tom Barrack, U.S. Ambassador to Turkey and special envoy for Syria, to gain the Syrian government\u2019s assistance in locating and returning USA citizens or their remains, including the body of Kayla Mueller.\n\nIn August, Congressman Hamadeh made an unprecedented trip from Jerusalem to Damascus to meet with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa and Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani to discuss the Congressman's continuing effort to bring Kayla Mueller's body to her family in Arizona. Kayla was abducted by terrorists in 2013 while leaving a Doctors Without Borders hospital in Aleppo, Syria.\n\nOver the course of his first year in office, as a member of the House Armed Services Committee, Congressman Hamadeh worked across the aisle to secure wins for our national security, Arizona industry, and servicemembers during the National Defense Authorization Act development process.\n\nIn September, the FY26 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) was passed on a bipartisan vote of 231-196. Congressman Hamadeh was proud to vote in favor of this historic legislation that includes key support for our service members.\n\nCongressman Hamadeh successfully led the charge for Arizona\u2019s military communities, installations, and defense industrial base\u2014delivering bipartisan wins for Arizona:\n\nReliable Air Conditioning for Luke Air Force Base\n\nInvestment in the Sharpest Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance Satellite Imagery\n\nSuicide Prevention Oversight for Servicemembers\n\nCollaborative Combat Aircraft Propulsion Development\n\nIncreased Investment in Dump Trucks for the Arizona Army National Guard\n\nRecognition of Arizona State University-Led Irregular Warfare Consortium\n\nSaving Mesa\u2019s Apache Helicopter Factory Jobs\n\nCongressman Hamadeh was honored to be among a handful of Republican lawmakers who joined President Donald Trump for the inaugural event of the new \u201cRose Garden Club\u201d in September.\n\nClosing out the year, Congressman Hamadeh once again earned constituents\u2019 support and national attention when he was joined by Angel families in December to announce the introduction of the American Border Story Memorial Act.\n\n\u201cAngel families\u201d are those families who have lost loved ones to the ravages created by former President Joe Biden's broken border and the cartels\u2019 deadly drug trade. The bill has already amassed an impressive number of cosponsors.\n\nThis legislation would establish a permanent memorial in Washington, D.C. to honor the victims of the open border and illegal immigration. No taxpayer dollars will be used to build the memorial wall. The memorial complies fully with the Commemorative Works Act and will be established by The American Border Story (TABS), a nonprofit organization.\n\nCongressman Hamadeh believes that while these families are often featured in discussions advocating stricter immigration enforcement and border security, their personal loss should be memorialized, and the wall will also serve as a reminder of the costs of bad policy.\n\nAngel family members in attendance included Mary Ann Mendoza; mother of Sgt. Brandon Mendoza, Agnes Judit Gibboney; mother of Ronald Da Silva, Joe Abraham; father of Katie Abraham, Anne Fundner; mother of Weston Fundner, Jane Gray; mother of Nicole Gray, Wanda Dequardo; mother of Christian Knight, and Anatoly Varfolomeev; father of Anya Varfolomeev. The families shared their stories of loss and what this bill means to them during the holiday season.\n\nNow, Congressman Hamadeh is urging his colleagues to pass two bills he introduced, the Service Members Tax Relief Act and the Tax Cuts for Veterans Act, which amend the tax code to exempt all military income earned by active-duty and reserve service members and all service-related retirement payments from federal income taxes.\n\n\u201cThese bills are in keeping with my commitment to America First principles and advance President Trump\u2019s Peace Through Strength agenda by alleviating the burdens on our service members in some small measure,\u201d stated Congressman Hamadeh. \u201cOur service members face high operational demands and cost-of-living pressures that outpace pay tables. So, anything we can cost-effectively do to ease those pressures should be done.\u201d\n\n\u201cThese bills are fiscally conservative in that they offer relief through the tax code instead of new spending,\u201d explained Congressman Hamadeh. \u201cIt is a win-win; the exemption instantly improves take-home pay, while helping with recruitment and retention, which in turn keeps our war fighters strong.\u201d\n\n\u201cI am proud of what we have been able to accomplish this year, but there is more to do, and my team and I are ready,\u201d stated Congressman Hamadeh. \u201cI have full confidence that my bills to amend the tax code to exempt all military income earned by active-duty and reserve service members and all service-related retirement payments from federal income taxes will have wide support in 2026 from my fellow Republicans and even a few Democrats.\u201d\n\n\u201c2025 was exciting. I have learned so much from my constituents and colleagues about what we need to do to put America first and how to get that done,\u201d stated Congressman Hamadeh. \u201cFor 2026, my New Year\u2019s resolution is to never stop putting America First and never stop fighting for my constituents.\u201d", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:31:39Z"], ["https://hamadeh.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=360", "Congressman Hamadeh Announces Winners of the Eighth Congressional District\u2019s 2025 App Challenge", "2025-12-29", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Abraham J. Hamadeh", "H001098", "hamadeh.house.gov", "hamadeh", "https://hamadeh.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx", "scraper", "Congressman Abe Hamadeh (AZ-08) is proud to announce the winners of the Eighth Congressional District's 2025 Congressional App Challenge. The winning App, \"Chronos,\" was developed by Vignesh Nagarajan and Raghav Senthil Kumar, both are 12th grade students at BASIS High School.\n\nA smart scheduler, \"Chronos\" is an App designed to pull together Google Calendar, Outlook, Apple Calendar, etc., and instantly finds times that work for all meeting invitees, no matter what platform they use or time zone they are operating in. It then books the meeting on all calendars automatically.\n\n\u201cI am so proud of young coders and developers, like Vignesh and Raghav, who are sharing their talents and skills to better people's lives,\" stated Congressman Hamadeh. \"Their willingness to share their creativity and coding skills embody the very spirit of what it means to serve this great nation.\u201d\n\nThe \u201cChronos\u201d App will be displayed in the United States Capitol Building and featured on the House of Representatives\u2019 website, House.gov. Vignesh and Raghav have also earned an invitation to the #HouseofCode Capitol Hill Reception in Washington, D.C.\n\nThe Congressional App Challenge\u2019s mission is to inspire, include, and innovate efforts around STEM, coding, and computer science education.\n\nBackground:\n\nThe Congressional App Challenge is an initiative of the U.S. House of Representatives, and the most prestigious prize in student computer science. Members of Congress can host district-wide contests for students in middle school and high school.\n\nThe Challenge accepts computer programs written in any programming language, for any computer-based platform.", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:31:39Z"], ["https://biggs.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-biggss-legislation-strengthening-protections-children-online", "Congressman Biggs\u2019s Legislation Strengthening Protections for Children Online Advances out of Judiciary Committee with Bipartisan Support", "2025-12-18", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Andy Biggs", "B001302", "biggs.house.gov", "biggs", "https://biggs.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Congressman Biggs\u2019s Coercion and Sexual Abuse Free Environment (CSAFE) Act passed out of the Judiciary Committee\u2019s markup in bipartisan fashion. The legislation aims to combat the growing threat of online coercion and sexual abuse targeting minors. Congressman Biggs worked closely with the White House and the Federal Bureau of Investigation in drafting the CSAFE Act to ensure law enforcement has clear statutory authority to pursue offenders exploiting children online.\n\nThe CSAFE Act, H.R. 6732, strengthens federal law by explicitly prohibiting the coercion of minors into self-harm, suicide, animal abuse, or other degrading and abusive acts, conduct that has proliferated through online platforms and anonymous digital networks. Under the bill, criminals who coerce minors into such acts would face up to 10 years in prison, with enhanced penalties of up to 20 years if serious bodily injury results, and life imprisonment if a victim dies as a result of the coercion.\n\n\u201cThe internet has become a hunting ground for predators who use coercion, manipulation, and psychological pressure to destroy young lives,\u201d said Congressman Biggs.\n\n\u201cThe CSAFE Act closes dangerous gaps in federal law and sends a clear message: if you target children, there will be serious consequences. Criminals are using online platforms to push children toward self-harm, suicide, and other degrading acts, often hiding behind anonymity and digital manipulation. Federal law must be clear, modern, and strong enough to meet that threat.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m grateful for the collaboration with the White House and the FBI, and I\u2019m encouraged to see this legislation advance out of committee.\u201d\n\nThe CSAFE Act advanced out of committee unanimously and has been referred to House Leadership for a potential vote on the House Floor.", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://crane.house.gov/2025/12/18/rep-crane-introduces-bill-to-strengthen-congressional-oversight-of-drone-threats/", "Rep. Crane Introduces Bill to Strengthen Congressional Oversight of\u00a0Drone Threats", "2025-12-18", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Elijah Crane", "C001132", "crane.house.gov", "crane", "https://crane.house.gov/media/", "scraper", "Today, Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) introduced the Detecting and Evaluating Foreign Exploitation of Novel Drones (DEFEND) Act.\n\nThis legislation would amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to require annual terrorism threat assessments on the malicious use of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) by foreign adversaries and terrorist organizations.\n\nAcross conflicts from Ukraine to the Middle East, drones have enabled precision strikes across vast distances and reshaped the nature of modern warfare.\n\nIn addition to surveillance, UAS pose a growing threat to critical infrastructure, civilian populations, and national security. They can deliver lethal payloads, including chemical, biological, radiological, or nuclear weapons, and are increasingly used in smuggling operations, swarm tactics, and espionage.\n\nEmerging capabilities such as AI-driven autonomous targeting, encrypted communications, and cyber-resilient systems make them harder to detect and defend against.\n\nAs Arizona\u2019s sole representative on the House Homeland Security Committee, Rep. Crane seeks to address this critical intelligence gap. His legislation requires the Department of Homeland Security to submit classified annual reports to Congress, accompanied by public unclassified annexes, to ensure lawmakers receive updated insights into this dynamic threat. Each report must also be briefed to Congress within seven days of submission.\n\nCurrently, Rep. Crane\u2019s legislation is cosponsored by key members of the House Committee on Homeland Security, including Chairman Andrew Garbarino (R\u2011NY), Task Force on Enhancing Security for Special Events Chairman Michael McCaul (R\u2011TX), Subcommittee on Emergency Management and Technology Chairman Dale Strong (R\u2011AL), and Subcommittee on Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection Chairman Andy Ogles (R-TN).", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:09:11Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-ciscomani-leads-bipartisan-letter-urging-cms-modernize-sleep-apnea", "Rep. Ciscomani Leads Bipartisan Letter Urging CMS to Modernize Sleep Apnea Coverage Standards", "2025-12-17", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Juan Ciscomani is spearheading an effort to modernize how the federal government treats people suffering from sleep apnea, a serious medical condition that effects an estimated 30 million Americans.\n\nIn a bipartisan letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Ciscomani and 17 colleagues are urging the agency to modernize coverage determinations for obstructive sleep apnea diagnosis and treatment to reflect current medical science and standards of care.\n\nThe letter, supported by 18 different professional and patient support organizations, highlights growing concerns that outdated criteria are preventing many Americans \u2014 particularly women and younger individuals \u2014 from receiving accurate diagnoses and timely treatment.\n\n\u201cUpdating current criteria in a timely fashion will ensure access to proper diagnosis and treatment options for all people experiencing serious symptoms and health consequences of sleep apnea, including women and younger individuals, to better reflect the real-life variations of how sleep apnea manifests in individuals,\u201d the members of Congress wrote.\n\nSleep apnea is a serious condition that causes breathing to stop and start several times during sleep and can drastically worsen other chronic and acute health conditions. Symptoms include loud snoring, gasping, daytime fatigue, and morning headaches, leading to high blood pressure and heart problems if left untreated.\n\nCiscomani and his colleagues emphasize that decades of research have demonstrated that obstructive sleep apnea manifests differently across patient populations and that CMS policies have not kept pace with the science. They specifically call on CMS to provide an update on adopting the widely supported H3A hypopnea definition, which medical experts say would improve access to care and health outcomes while reducing long-term health care costs.\n\nCiscomani underscored the urgency of aligning federal coverage policies with modern medical standards.\n\n\u201cSleep apnea is a serious public health issue that affects millions of Americans, yet too many patients are falling through the cracks because federal coverage standards are outdated,\u201d said Ciscomani. \u201cWe have a responsibility to ensure CMS policies reflect current science so patients can access timely, accurate diagnoses and effective treatment \u2014 especially women and others whose symptoms have historically been overlooked.\u201d\n\nThe letter is supported by a broad coalition of 18 national medical, patient advocacy, and research organizations representing clinicians, sleep specialists, and patients across the country, including:\n\nAlliance of Sleep Apnea Partners\n\nAmerican Academy of Cardiovascular Sleep Medicine\n\nAmerican Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine\n\nAmerican Academy of Sleep Medicine\n\nAmerican Association for Respiratory Care\n\nAmerican Association of Sleep Technologists\n\nAmerican College of Chest Physicians\n\nAmerican Heart Association\n\nAmerican Thoracic Society\n\nCircadian Sleep Disorders Network\n\nHypersomnia Foundation\n\nNarcolepsy Network\n\nNational Sleep Foundation\n\nProject Sleep\n\nRestless Legs Syndrome Foundation\n\nSleep Consortium\n\nSleep Research Society\n\nWake Up Narcolepsy\n\nJulie Flygare, JD, President and CEO of Project Sleep, praised Rep. Ciscomani\u2019s leadership on the issue:\n\n\u201cThis is such an important issue to ensure people \u2014 especially women \u2014 receive accurate sleep apnea diagnosis and treatment,\u201d said Flygare. \u201cWe are grateful to Congressman Ciscomani for leading this critical effort to modernize coverage standards and help more Americans get the restorative sleep they need to live healthy, productive lives.\u201d\n\nThe bipartisan letter was led by Congressman Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ-06) and signed by Representatives Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (D-GA-02), Tim Burchett (R-TN-02), Salud Carbajal (D-CA-24), Donald G. Davis (D-NC-01), Suzan K. DelBene (D-WA-01), Laura Friedman (D-CA-30), Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ-05), Zoe Lofgren (D-CA-18), Stephen F. Lynch (D-MA-08), Lucy McBath (D-GA-06), Rich McCormick, MD, MBA (R-GA-07), Kristen McDonald Rivet (D-MI-08), Joe Neguse (D-CO-02), Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC-AL), Chris Pappas (D-NH-01), John H. Rutherford (R-FL-05), James R. Walkinshaw (D-VA-11), and Stephen F. Lynch (D-MA-08).", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:09:11Z"], ["https://gosar.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=9133", "Gosar Statement Lauding Senate Passage of the La Paz County Solar Energy and Jobs Creation Act", "2025-12-17", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Paul A. Gosar", "G000565", "gosar.house.gov", "gosar", "https://gosar.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx", "scraper", "Washington, DC -- Congressman Paul A. Gosar, D.D.S. (AZ-09), issued the following statement following Senate passage of H.R. 1043, the La Paz County Solar Energy and Job Creation Act,legislation introduced by Congressman Gosar requiring the Secretary of the Interior to convey 3,400 acres of Bureau of Land Management land to La Paz County to help maximize additional renewable energy generation and energy storage capabilities, enhance the County tax base and facilitate transformative economic development:\n\n\u201cI applaud the Senate\u2019s passage of my bipartisan legislation to unlock responsible solar development in La Paz County. H.R. 1043 conveys 3,400 acres of BLM land to strengthen the county\u2019s tax base, create good-paying local jobs, and expand domestic renewable energy and storage capacity\u2014advancing America\u2019s energy independence.\n\nThis bill builds on my long-standing work, including the 2019 La Paz County Land Conveyance Act,to establish the county as a regional energy hub. By removing unnecessary federal barriers while preserving environmental stewardship, H.R. 1043 will attract private investment, lower energy costs, and drive lasting economic growth.\n\nAt a time when Americans are demanding affordable energy and economic growth, this legislation does both. I look forward to President Trump signing my legislation into law,\u201d stated Congressman Paul Gosar.\n\nBackground:\n\nH.R. 1043 passed in the House of Representatives on July 21, 2025, and passed in the Senate last evening. The 3,400 acres proposed for conveyance in this legislation includes those remaining parcels in the original proposal that were not enacted into law and adds other parcels that are also compatible for clean energy development needed to unlock additional employment opportunities for La Paz County residents.", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://biggs.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-biggs-applauds-department-educations-recognition-grand-canyon", "Congressman Biggs Applauds Department of Education\u2019s Recognition of Grand Canyon University\u2019s Nonprofit Status", "2025-12-15", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Andy Biggs", "B001302", "biggs.house.gov", "biggs", "https://biggs.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "President Trump and Secretary Linda McMahon\u2019s Department of Education (ED) formally recognized Grand Canyon University (GCU) as a nonprofit institution of higher education, correcting a years-long misuse of federal authority that unfairly targeted faith-based universities under the rogue Biden-Harris Administration. Congressman Biggs issued the following statement:\n\n\u201cThis decision is a long-overdue correction and a clear step toward restoring integrity at the Department of Education. Under President Trump\u2019s leadership, federal agencies are once again applying the law as written, not as manipulated to advance partisan agendas. I am thankful for Secretary Linda McMahon\u2019s decisive leadership and commitment to fairness in ensuring GCU was properly recognized as a nonprofit institution.\n\n\u201cThe Biden-Harris regime weaponized ED to undermine education freedom by targeting faith-based universities and trade schools through arbitrary and politically-motivated standards. I led the effort in Congress to push back against that abuse of power. Earlier this year, I led a letter to Secretary McMahon urging ED to immediately recognize GCU\u2019s nonprofit status, and I introduced the IHE Nonprofit Clarity Act to ensure institutions recognized as nonprofits by the IRS are treated accordingly by ED.\n\n\u201cMy office has remained in near-constant contact with Secretary McMahon\u2019s ED to press for a lawful resolution. This action is a meaningful step toward restoring the rule of law and ensuring that federal agencies serve the American people, not partisan agendas.\u201d", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://gosar.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=9132", "Gosar Statement Applauding U.S. Department of Education for Recognizing Grand Canyon University\u2019s Nonprofit Status", "2025-12-15", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Paul A. Gosar", "G000565", "gosar.house.gov", "gosar", "https://gosar.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Paul A. Gosar, D.D.S. (AZ-09) issued the following statement praising the U.S. Department of Education\u2019s decision to formally recognize Grand Canyon University (GCU) as a nonprofit institution of higher education, bringing a long-overdue end to years of political interference and bureaucratic hostility:\n\n\u201cI applaud the U.S. Department of Education for finally doing what should have been done years ago: recognizing Grand Canyon University as the nonprofit institution it is. This decision is a victory for fairness, the rule of law, and religious freedom.\n\nFor far too long, GCU was subjected to unjustified scrutiny and ideological bias. The previous administration\u2019s refusal to acknowledge its nonprofit status was not about facts or compliance; it was about politics and an unacceptable hostility toward the largest Christian university in the nation.\n\nGrand Canyon University met the legal and regulatory requirements yet was repeatedly targeted by the Biden administration because it dared to operate openly and unapologetically according to its Christian values. That is not how a free country treats religious institutions, and it is certainly not how the federal government should treat one of Arizona\u2019s most successful higher education institutions.", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/ciscomani-secures-wins-district-annual-defense-authorization-bill", "Ciscomani Secures Wins for District in Annual Defense Authorization Bill", "2025-12-12", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "December 12, 2025\n\nNDAA Passed the U.S. House with Bipartisan Support of Our National Security\n\nWASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Juan Ciscomani today announced that he has secured key wins for Southeastern Arizona in the FY2026National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), legislation passed by the House of Representatives that strengthens our military and advances our national defense strategy.\n\nCiscomani, who represents Davis\u2013Monthan Air Force Base and the Fort Huachuca Army installation, said the annual spending package strengthens Arizona\u2019s role in protecting and defending the American way of life.\n\n\u201cCongress has a duty to ensure our military has the resources, capabilities, and support needed to keep Americans safe, and this year\u2019s defense bill delivers,\u201d said Ciscomani.\u201cThis year\u2019s NDAA secures several major wins for our district \u2014 including critical language for the Electronic Proving Ground (EPG), strengthened Unmanned Surface Vessel capabilities, prioritization of Space Domain Awareness capabilities which Arizona is well positioned to support, progress on moving historical assets from the Boneyard for commemoration, and a key Tucson Airport land acquisition with Davis-Monthan. These provisions directly reinforce the missions at Davis\u2013Monthan and Fort Huachuca and strengthen our region\u2019s role in our national defense. This year\u2019s NDAA also provides a well-deserved pay raise for our troops, strengthens U.S. defense manufacturing jobs, fully funds key tools to support border security efforts.\u201d\n\nFY2026 NDAA Overview:\n\nAuthorizes discretionary defense spending of $900.6 billion\n\nIncludes a 3.8% pay raise for all servicemembers and improves housing, education, and access to childcare for military families.\n\nElectronic Proving Ground (EPG) on Fort Huachuca: A provision that safeguards EPG by requiring strict oversight and justification before any reduction or consolidation \u2013 helping protect its mission and maintain vital electronic warfare testing in Arizona that supports America\u2019s push for modern warfare dominance.\n\nAuthorization to transport five surplus T-37B training aircraft to the Arizona Aviation Historical Group from the Boneyard\n\nA provision that bolsters Space Domain Awareness by requiring DOD to outline planned capability expansions and partnerships with universities \u2013 opening the door for institutions like universities to play a larger role in Space Force missions\n\nTucson Airport Land Acquisition by Department of War\n\nUnmanned Surface Vessels (USV): provision pushing the Navy to accelerate development of low-cost electronic warfare capabilities for Unmanned Surface Vessels which strengthens innovation and future mission readiness.\n\nWestern Regional Range Complex Demonstration: A provision directing the Pentagon to create a joint, multi-domain testing and training network across western states\u2014positioning Arizona\u2019s bases and ranges for major operational testing opportunities and significant economic impact\n\nStrengthens and expands U.S.\u2013Israel security cooperation by extending key joint programs, advancing emerging technology partnerships, enhancing counter-UAS and anti-tunnel efforts, and establishing new mechanisms to deepen defense industrial integration.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:09:11Z"], ["https://crane.house.gov/2025/12/12/house-committee-on-natural-resources-considers-north-rim-restoration-act-of-2025/", "House Committee on Natural Resources Considers North Rim Restoration Act of 2025", "2025-12-12", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Elijah Crane", "C001132", "crane.house.gov", "crane", "https://crane.house.gov/media/", "scraper", "On October 9, 2025, Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) introduced the North Rim Restoration Act of 2025 to expedite rebuilding efforts at the North Rim of the Grand Canyon following the devastating Dragon Bravo Fire.\n\nThe legislation aims to remove bureaucratic hurdles by streamlining the federal contracting process. Specifically, it would grant the National Park Service emergency contracting authority to bypass standard delays and accelerate recovery.\n\nRep. Crane\u2019s proposal has earned support from key local and national leaders, including the Coconino County Board of Supervisors, the chairman of the Congressional Western Caucus, subcommittee chairs of the House Committee on Natural Resources, and members of the Arizona delegation.\n\nYesterday, the House Committee on Natural Resources reviewed the bill, marking a significant step forward in the legislative process. Rep. Crane hosted John Dillon, a constituent, small business owner, and lifelong advocate for the Grand Canyon, who testified before the committee.\n\nAs a native Arizonan and executive director of the Grand Canyon River Outfitters Association, Mr. Dillon offered a unique perspective on the current state of the region. He briefed lawmakers on the fire\u2019s impact on park staff, local businesses, and gateway communities, urging swift passage of Rep. Crane\u2019s bipartisan legislation.\n\n\u201cI want to thank John Dillon for representing the many family-owned businesses and rural Arizonans whose futures depend on revitalizing the Grand Canyon. I can think of no one more qualified to speak on the real impacts of the North Rim Restoration Act of 2025,\u201d said Rep. Crane. \u201cI\u2019m also grateful to the Coconino County Board of Supervisors, my colleagues from the Arizona delegation, the House Committee on Natural Resources, and the Congressional Western Caucus for their support. With yesterday\u2019s hearing, we are making significant progress toward a robust and efficient recovery.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:09:11Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/ciscomani-reintroduces-bill-designate-chiricahua-national-park", "Ciscomani Reintroduces Bill to Designate Chiricahua National Park", "2025-12-11", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON - Congressman Juan Ciscomani reintroduced his legislation to officially designate Chiricahua National Monument as Chiricahua National Park, reaffirming Arizona\u2019s commitment to protecting one of the state\u2019s most iconic natural treasures while boosting tourism and economic opportunity for Southeastern Arizona.\n\n\u201cChiricahua is one of Arizona\u2019s true gems \u2014 a place with incredible natural beauty, rich cultural history, and deep meaning for the communities surrounding it,\u201d said Congressman Ciscomani. \u201cUpgrading the monument to a national park will strengthen its national profile, support local jobs, and bring even more visitors to Cochise County and the surrounding region. I\u2019m proud to lead this bipartisan effort once again and continue moving this across the finish line.\u201d\n\nIn January 2024, Rep. Ciscomani visited and hiked Chiricahua to meet with staff, see the monument\u2019s trails firsthand, and highlight the importance of expanding Arizona\u2019s national park presence. A video from that visit can be viewed HERE.\n\nKnown as the \u201cWonderland of Rocks,\u201d Chiricahua National Monument attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. National park status would elevate its visibility, strengthen funding opportunities, and promote long-term conservation efforts\u2014all while honoring the history of the Chiricahua Apache and the region\u2019s unique landscape.\n\n\u201cThis change is long overdue, and it\u2019s an exciting opportunity to spotlight Southeastern Arizona on a national stage,\u201d Ciscomani added. \u201cI will keep working with my colleagues in both parties to advance this bill and make Chiricahua National Park a reality.\u201d\n\nCiscomani\u2019s bill has received strong support from local stakeholders, conservation groups, and community leaders throughout Southeastern Arizona who recognize the benefit a national park designation would bring to the region\u2019s rural economies.\n\nOn December 11th, 2025, Ciscomani testified in support of this legislation at a House Natural Resources Legislative hearing. The bill now advances to the full Natural Resources Committee for a vote before moving on to the full House for consideration.\n\nWatch Congressman Ciscomani\u2019s testimony from today HERE.\n\nClea McCaa, Mayor, City of Sierra Vista:\n\n\"The Chiricahua Mountains are a globally unique landscape, boasting awe-inspiring volcanic formations and extraordinary biodiversity. This natural treasure deserves the recognition and prestige of national park status, which would also honor its deep cultural significance as the homeland of the Chiricahua Apache and a gateway to the Southwest.\"\n\nGreg Hancock, Mayor, City of Willcox:\n\n\u201cAs the Mayor of Willcox and a small-business owner, I can tell you firsthand that redesignating the Chiricahuas as a National Park would be transformational. Tourism isn\u2019t just helpful to our community \u2014 it\u2019s essential. A National Park designation would bring more visitors, support local jobs, and strengthen the entire economy of rural Arizona.\"\n\nMelany, CEO, Sky Island Regional Partnership (SIRP):\n\n\u201cTransforming Chiricahua into a National Park honors the historic and environmental legacy of our region and serves to strengthen both conservation and the tourism economy in Cochise County. Congressman Ciscomani\u2019s leadership on this effort reflects his strong commitment to our community, and we are proud to support it.\u201d\n\nMatthew Nelson, Executive Director, Arizona Trail Association:\n\n\u201cChiricahua contains some of the greatest natural wonders in Baja Arizona. Having a National Park and a National Scenic Trail in Cochise County is going to have a profoundly positive impact on our rural communities. The Arizona Trail Association fully supports Congressman Ciscomani\u2019s bill, and we look forward to working with our local partners to make this long-awaited dream a reality.\u201d\n\nCamilla Simon, Executive Director, HECHO:\n\n\u201cHECHO proudly supports the Chiricahua National Park Act, a bill introduced by Representative Juan Ciscomani, which would designate the Chiricahua National Monument as Chiricahua National Park. Its stunning rock formations attract hikers, campers, birders, and families from Arizona and beyond. This designation would enhance conservation protections of this breathtaking landscape, increase tourism, maintain Tribal access, and boost the outdoor recreation economy in Southern Arizona, supporting local jobs and small businesses in Cochise County.\u201d\n\nBackground\n\nChiricahua National Monument was established in 1924 and spans more than 12,000 acres in Cochise County.\n\nThe legislation would not change land management practices or existing uses.\n\nThe proposal has enjoyed bipartisan support in previous Congresses.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:09:11Z"], ["https://crane.house.gov/2025/12/11/rep-crane-co-leads-bipartisan-legislation-to-improve-aerial-firefighting-safety/", "Rep. Crane Co-Leads Bipartisan Legislation to Improve Aerial Firefighting Safety", "2025-12-11", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Elijah Crane", "C001132", "crane.house.gov", "crane", "https://crane.house.gov/media/", "scraper", "Today, Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) joined Reps. Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ), Janelle Bynum (D-OR), and Joe Neguse (D-CO) in introducing the Wildfire Aerial Response Safety Act of 2025 to improve aerial firefighting safety.\n\nThe legislation directs the Federal Aviation Administration, in consultation with the Secretaries of the Interior and Agriculture, to study the effects of unauthorized drone activity on firefighting operations across federal lands. The resulting report would help Congress better understand the issue and develop policies to mitigate risks.\n\nSpecifically, the study would collect data on the number of drone incursions, their impact on suppression efforts, associated delays, and additional costs to the federal government. It would also evaluate prevention measures such as counter-drone technologies and infrastructure, as well as public education campaigns highlighting the dangers of drone interference.\n\nWithin 18 months of enactment, the findings and policy recommendations must be submitted to the relevant congressional committees. Given Arizona\u2019s frequent wildfires and rising unauthorized drone usage, Rep. Crane recognizes the importance of removing obstacles to suppression operations.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:09:11Z"], ["https://schweikert.house.gov/2025/12/11/house-ways-and-means-committee-advances-schweikerts-less-than-lethal-modernization-bill/", "House Ways and Means\u00a0Committee Advances Schweikert\u2019s Less-Than-Lethal Modernization Bill", "2025-12-11", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "David Schweikert", "S001183", "schweikert.house.gov", "schweikert", "https://schweikert.house.gov/category/congress_press_release/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC \u2013 Last night, H.R. 4242, the Innovate Less Lethal to De-Escalate Tax Modernization Act, passed out of the House Committee on Ways and Means and now advances to the House Floor for consideration. The legislation modernizes federal firearms tax law to account for advancements in de-escalation and less-than-lethal technology, ensuring lifesaving devices remain accessible to law enforcement and the public while keeping our communities safe.\n\nCurrent law states many less-than-lethal devices are still classified and taxed as \u201cfirearms,\u201d creating regulatory inconsistencies and higher costs that can slow adoption and continued innovation of life-saving devices. H.R. 4242 updates the Internal Revenue Code so that devices designed not to cause death or serious bodily injury\u2014such as new low-velocity, non-lethal projectile systems\u2014are no longer taxed under the National Firearms Act or the Firearms and Ammunition Excise Tax.\n\nWays and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith (MO-08) said: \u201cImposing undue regulatory burdens on the use of innovative, nonlethal safety devices will only mean they are less likely to be available and less likely to be used in instances where they could protect life. Under the Innovate Less Lethal to De-Escalate Tax Modernization Act, Congress has the opportunity to reduce that burden and clean up an obviously outdated and misguided part of our tax code. Congressman Schweikert is to be commended for continuing to champion this commonsense solution to ensure that less-than-lethal technology is available to those who need it.\u201d\n\nCongressman David Schweikert (R-AZ), the bill\u2019s sponsor, said: \u201cWe should encourage new technology that reduces the need for deadly force. Aligning the tax code with modern devices allows law enforcement and communities to benefit from safer tools while keeping the focus on innovation, not red tape. This is a practical fix that strengthens public safety and supports the development of next-generation, less-than-lethal technology.\u201d\n\nThe bill requires the Treasury to issue clear classifications of less-than-lethal devices, publish annual reviews of emerging technology, and ensure manufacturers can receive timely determinations within 90 days.\n\nMore information on the bill can be found here.\n\nFull bill text can be found here.\n\nBack to News", 1, "2026-04-09T05:39:42Z", "2026-04-09T05:40:59Z"], ["https://biggs.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-biggs-unveils-landmark-conservative-healthcare-overhaul", "Congressman Biggs Unveils Landmark Conservative Healthcare Overhaul", "2025-12-10", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Andy Biggs", "B001302", "biggs.house.gov", "biggs", "https://biggs.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Congressman Andy Biggs (R-AZ) introduced the Putting Patients First Healthcare Freedom Act, a robust legislative package that organizes the most impactful conservative healthcare reforms into one actionable blueprint. The bill brings together proven legislative proposals from across the Republican Conference and President Trump\u2019s priorities and consolidates them into a single, Floor-ready plan to lower premiums, restore competition, empower families, and protect life.\n\nThe Putting Patients First Healthcare Freedom Act integrates widely-supported reforms that are already drafted, vetted, and in many cases ready for committee or Floor consideration. The legislation is structured around three major titles:\n\nTitle I\u2014Putting Patients Over Insurance Companies\n\nRedirects federal support to families instead of insurance companies, expanding HSAs, strengthening transparency, protecting Health Care Sharing Ministries, and requiring up-front pricing\n\nTitle II\u2014Codifying President Trump\u2019s Healthcare Freedom Agenda\n\nExpands affordable options outside of rigid Obamacare mandates for impactful market-driven reforms, including Association Health Plans, ICHRAs/Choice Arrangements, self-insurance protections, expanded catastrophic plans, long-term short-term coverage, small-business flexibility, and a new alternative market with lower premiums and guaranteed coverage\n\nTitle III\u2014Ending Taxpayer Funding for Abortion and Gender Transition Procedures\n\nPermanently codifies Hyde-style protections, closes Obamacare loopholes, and bars federal dollars from funding transgender surgeries\n\n\u201cThe American people are being strangled by a broken healthcare system, and it is long past time for Republicans to confront it with real reform centered around freedom, affordability, and real choice,\u201d said Congressman Biggs.\n\n\u201cRepublicans already have the ideas, the policy work, and the legislation. My bill simply consolidates everything into a coherent, comprehensive plan that can move immediately, demonstrating the urgency to address these issues.\n\n\u201cRepublicans are ready to lead. America is watching. It\u2019s time to move.\u201d\n\nCosponsors of the bill include: Rep. Andrew Clyde (R-GA) and Rep. Andy Ogles (R-TN).\n\nThe full bill may be read here.", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://crane.house.gov/2025/12/10/rep-crane-helps-deliver-reauthorization-of-secure-rural-schools-program/", "Rep. Crane Helps Deliver Reauthorization of Secure Rural Schools Program", "2025-12-10", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Elijah Crane", "C001132", "crane.house.gov", "crane", "https://crane.house.gov/media/", "scraper", "Last night, the House of Representatives passed a reauthorization of the Secure Rural Schools (SRS) program, which was supported by Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ). The three-year extension now heads to President Trump\u2019s desk for his signature.\n\nThis guarantees funding in rural jurisdictions for schools and other essential services without solely depending on revenue from the U.S. Forest Service. Rep. Crane fought hard for this extension, which is a win for every single county in Arizona\u2019s Second Congressional District.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m proud to join my colleagues in reauthorizing the Secure Rural Schools program to provide vital support for schools in rural Arizona,\u201d said Rep. Crane. \u201cThis extension secures much-needed stability and funding. This is a positive outcome, and I will always fight for those I represent.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:09:11Z"], ["https://crane.house.gov/2025/12/09/reminder-deadline-today-to-return-physical-damage-applications-for-sba-loans/", "REMINDER \u2013 Deadline Today\u00a0to Return Physical Damage Applications for SBA Loans", "2025-12-09", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Elijah Crane", "C001132", "crane.house.gov", "crane", "https://crane.house.gov/media/", "scraper", "On October 10, 2025, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low-interest federal disaster loans for eligible businesses, nonprofit organizations, residents, and tribal nations that sustained economic losses due to the severe flooding in Gila County.\n\nThrough this declaration, the SBA is offering Business Physical Disaster Loans, Home and Personal Property Loans, and Economic Injury Disaster Loans. As of today, the SBA has approved $4,111,600 in disaster loans for impacted residents and businesses.\n\nThe Arizona counties of Coconino, Gila, Graham, Maricopa, Navajo, Pinal, and Yavapai are included.\n\nTo apply online for loans offered by the SBA, please click here, call the SBA\u2019s Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955, or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov. The deadline to return physical damage applications is TODAY, and the deadline to return economic injury applications is July 10, 2026.\n\nCurrently, SBA customer service representatives are on hand at the Globe-Miami Chamber of Commerce at 1360 N. Bored St., Globe, AZ 85501. They are available Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. MST and are available to help with the application process or answer questions. To schedule an in-person appointment in advance, please click here.\n\nIf you or someone you know was impacted by the recent floods, please see the following information released by the SBA regarding available loans.\n\nPhysical Disaster Loans:\n\nBusinesses and nonprofits are eligible to apply for business physical disaster loans and may borrow up to $2 million to repair or replace disaster-damaged or destroyed real estate, machinery and equipment, inventory, and other business assets.\n\nHome and Personal Property Loans:\n\nHomeowners and renters are eligible to apply for home and personal property loans and may borrow up to $100,000 to replace or repair personal property, such as clothing, furniture, cars, and appliances.\n\nHomeowners may apply for up to $500,000 to replace or repair their primary residence.\n\nApplicants may be eligible for a loan increase of up to 20% of their physical damage, as verified by the SBA, for mitigation purposes.\n\nEligible mitigation improvements include insulating pipes, walls and attics, weather stripping doors and windows, and installing storm windows to help protect property and occupants from future disasters.\n\nEconomic Injury Disaster Loans:\n\nThe SBA\u2019s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program is available to eligible small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, nurseries and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations including faith-based organizations impacted by financial losses directly related to this disaster.\n\nThe SBA is unable to provide disaster loans to agricultural producers, farmers, or ranchers, except for aquaculture enterprises.\n\nEIDLs are for working capital needs caused by the disaster and are available even if the business or PNP did not suffer any physical damage.\n\nThey may be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable, and other bills not paid due to the disaster.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:09:11Z"], ["https://biggs.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-biggs-leads-push-robust-conservative-health-care-reform-framework", "Congressman Biggs Leads Push for Robust, Conservative Health Care Reform Framework", "2025-12-08", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Andy Biggs", "B001302", "biggs.house.gov", "biggs", "https://biggs.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Congressman Biggs delivered a comprehensive healthcare framework to House Leadership, calling forimmediate action on long-overdue conservative reform. The letter lays out a clear, detailed blueprint built on freedom, affordability, and patient choice, while rejecting the failed policies, inflated subsidies, and insurance-company carve-outs that have defined the failed Unaffordable Care Act.\n\nCongressman Biggs\u2019s framework highlights concrete, ready-to-implement policies that are already drafted, vetted, and in many cases prepared for floor action:\n\nRep. Greg Steube\u2019s ACCESS Act (H.R. 1157) redirects federal support to families instead of insurance companies and expands competition across state lines.\n\nSen. Rick Scott\u2019s More Affordable Care Act strengthens price transparency and delivers patient-controlled funding to lower premiums.\n\nRep. Andy Biggs\u2019s own Health Savings Accounts for All Act expands and modernizes HSAs by lifting limits and allowing funds to cover a broader range of expenses.\n\nOBBBA HSA Expansion (Section 71307) enhances HSA eligibility and flexibility, including for premiums and prescriptions.\n\nRep. Eric Burlison\u2019s MAHA Accounts Proposal sends federal dollars directly to policyholders to let families pick any insurance product they want.\n\nRep. Tim Walberg\u2019s Association Health Plans Act (H.R. 2528) allows small businesses to band together for more affordable group coverage.\n\nRep. Kevin Hern\u2019s Choice Arrangement Act (H.R. 5463) strengthens ICHRAs to give workers portable, tax-advantaged dollars for the plan of their choice.\n\nRep. Andy Biggs own Health Coverage Choice Act (H.R. 90) codifies Trump\u2019s 2018 rule allowing long-term, flexible coverage for up to ten years.\n\nRep. Bob Onder\u2019s Self-Insurance Protection Act (H.R. 2571) protects small employers\u2019 access to stop-loss insurance to keep self-insured premiums affordable.\n\nRep. Chip Roy\u2019s Direct Medical Care Freedom Act (H.R. 1140) allows patients to use tax-advantaged dollars for direct primary care arrangements.\n\nRep. Gary Palmer\u2019s New Health Options Act (H.R. 1776) creates an alternative market outside Obamacare with guaranteed coverage for preexisting conditions at lower cost.\n\nRep. Chris Smith\u2019s No Taxpayer Funding for Abortion Act (H.R. 7) codifies and strengthens Hyde Amendment protections to block federal funds from financing abortion.\n\nRep. Morgan Griffith\u2019s Program Integrity and Anti-Fraud Reforms cracks down on fraud by strengthening income verification, ending silver loading, and codifying Trump-era integrity rules.\n\nRep. Andy Harris\u2019s Cash-Pay Patient Protections prevents discrimination against cash-paying patients to protect price competition.\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s past time to reject the failing status quo and lead with bold solutions,\u201d said Congressman Biggs.\n\n\u201cThe House must lead with clarity and conviction. These reforms are ready, they\u2019re proven, and they should be on the floor immediately. If Republicans draw a clear line today, we can finally rebuild a health care system anchored in conservative principles and return control to patients rather than bureaucrats or insurance companies.\n\n\u201cRepublicans are overflowing with solutions; we have the ideas, the legislation, and the mandate from the American people. What we lack is urgency. It\u2019s time to show the country the depth of our ideas and the strength of our vision. Now is the moment to act.\u201d\n\nCosigners of the letter include: Rep. Andy Harris (R-MD), Rep. Eric Burlison (R-MO), Rep. Clay Higgins (R-LA), and Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ).\n\nThe letter may be read here.", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/ciscomani-introduces-shadow-wolves-improvement-act-bipartisan-legislation", "Ciscomani Introduces Shadow Wolves Improvement Act Bipartisan Legislation", "2025-12-05", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "ASHINGTON - Congressman Juan Ciscomani, alongside Congressman Tom Suozzi (D-NY-3), introduced the bipartisan Shadow Wolves Improvement Act, legislation that strengthens federal\u2013tribal border security partnerships and supports the long-standing Shadow Wolves program.\n\nThe Shadow Wolves are a group of elite ICE tactical agents with Native American heritage\u2014who serve as expert trackers on tribal lands. Since the 1970s, they have operated on the Tohono O\u2019odham Nation, where they play a critical role in identifying and interdicting drug smuggling and other illicit activity along the U.S.\u2013Mexico border.\n\n\u201cFor decades, the Shadow Wolves have played an essential role in supporting border security and strengthening relationships between DHS and tribal communities. Arizona has led the way on this program since the beginning, and this bill helps ensure the Shadow Wolves can continue their mission for years to come,\u201d said Congressman Ciscomani.\n\n\u201cThe Shadow Wolves have demonstrated their commitment to their communities and their expertise in protecting our borders for decades. This bipartisan bill gives these officers the resources and support they need to continue their work at the highest level, while expanding this successful program to other tribal communities.\u201d said Congressman Suozzi. \u201cI\u2019m happy to partner with Congressman Ciscomani on such a commonsense bill.\u201d\n\nThe program has faced significant staffing challenges in recent years, including a wave of retirements and difficulties recruiting new agents. A 2024 Government Accountability Office (GAO) report found that ICE is exploring expansion of the program to additional border-adjacent tribes where illicit activity is high, but the current hiring structure limits the agency\u2019s ability to recruit, retain, and grow the program.\n\nThe Shadow Wolves Improvement Act addresses these challenges by granting ICE the authority to convert Shadow Wolves positions from the \u201cexcepted service\u201d to the \u201ccompetitive service.\u201d This change\u2014recommended by both GAO and ICE\u2014will allow the agency to offer more competitive career paths, improve recruitment and retention, and open new opportunities to expand the program to other tribal lands.\n\nCiscomani continued, \u201cWorking in a bipartisan way, we\u2019re giving ICE the tools it needs to hire and retain these highly specialized agents, expand the program to additional tribal lands, and bolster efforts to combat drug trafficking along our southern border. This is commonsense legislation that strengthens security and honors the history and contributions of the Shadow Wolves.\u201d\n\nThis bipartisan legislation is supported by various groups, including Jamie Azure, Chairman of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians, Gary Edwards, Chief Executive Officer of the National Native American Law Enforcement Association, and Verlon Jose, Chairman of the Tohono O\u2019odham Nation.\n\n\u201cPublic Safety, particularly drug and human trafficking, continues to plague Indian Country. These issues are uniquely difficult for tribal communities, like the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians, who are located along the U.S. northern border. The Shadow Wolves Improvement Act is an additional tool within the law enforcement toolbox that will help. The Tribe appreciates U.S. Representatives Juan Ciscomani and Tom Suozzi for introducing this important legislation and urges its swift passage in the House of Representatives,\u201d said Jamie Azure, Chairman of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians.\n\n\u201cThe National Native American Law Enforcement Association (NNALEA) strongly supports the Shadow Wolves Improvement Act. Native Americans play a key role protecting the US Borders and National Security. This bill is a positive step forward in giving Indian Country Law Enforcement the recognition and support they deserve,\u201d said Gary Edwards, Chief Executive Officer of the National Native American Law Enforcement Association.\n\n\"The Shadow Wolves, an all-Native American tracking and investigative unit, have decades of experience protecting the Tohono O\u2019odham Nation and our border. Their unique skill set and deep knowledge of the land is invaluable to law enforcement efforts to interdict drugs and human smuggling on our reservation. The Tohono O\u2019odham Nation strongly supports the Shadow Wolves Improvement Act, which will improve retention and recruitment of Shadow Wolves agents, and support the Nation\u2019s vital role in protecting our land,\u201d said Verlon Jose, Chairman of the Tohono O\u2019odham Nation,\u201d said Verlon Jose, Chairman of the Tohono O\u2019odham Nation.\n\nThe Senate companion bill (S. 572) is led by Arizona Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) and has already passed the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee with broad bipartisan support.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:09:11Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/ciscomani-joins-bipartisan-members-urging-congressional-leadership-act-rising", "Ciscomani Joins Bipartisan Members in Urging Congressional Leadership to Act on Rising Health Care Costs", "2025-12-04", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON - Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) joined Representatives Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ-05) and Jen Kiggans (R-VA-02), along with a bipartisan coalition of 35 House Members, in sending a letter to House and Senate leadership urging immediate action to prevent steep health insurance premium increases facing millions of Americans in January 2026.\n\nCongressman Ciscomani also joined his colleagues at a press conference this morning in the Capitol, releasing details of the plan and the need to act.\n\nThe bipartisan letter calls for both chambers to engage with House Members ahead of the December vote and to consider the group\u2019s CommonGround 2025: A Bipartisan Health Care Framework, which outlines an extension of enhanced premium tax credit savings and targeted reforms to lower costs for families. The letter emphasizes that, during the current open enrollment period, many Americans have already been notified that their premiums are set to rise significantly if Congress fails to act.\n\n\u201cRising costs are already squeezing Arizona families, and these premium increases will only make things worse. The debate of how we got here is for another day \u2014 right now, we must act. Doing nothing is not an option,\" said Congressman Ciscomani. \"This framework delivers immediate relief while laying the groundwork for much-needed long-term reforms that lower costs, increase transparency, tackle fraud, and strengthen accountability. This is a practical, bipartisan, and realistic way forward to provide the certainty that hardworking families deserve, and the time to act is now.\u201d\n\nThe bipartisan framework includes:\n\na one-year extension of the enhanced Premium Tax Credits (ePTCs),\n\nTargeted anti-fraud guardrails,\n\nExpanded transparency requirements,\n\nImprovements to open enrollment outreach,\n\nAnd outlines a second year of continued premium savings in the form of expanded health savings accounts (HSA) paired with additional bipartisan reforms to strengthen affordability.\n\nIn the letter, Members note the urgency of passing legislation by December 18, 2025, stressing that families will face financial strain without immediate action from congressional leadership.\n\nRead the full letter HERE.\n\nWatch the full press conference remarks HERE.\n\nFind the CommonGround 2025 framework HERE.\n\nBackground\n\nThe bipartisan letter was addressed to Senate Majority Leader John Thune, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, House Speaker Mike Johnson, and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries.\n\nThe letter urges House participation in Senate negotiations and calls for swift legislative action before year-end.\n\nThe \u201cCommonGround 2025\u201d framework includes premium tax credit extensions, anti-fraud provisions, PBM reforms, and transparency measures to help reduce costs for families.\n\nThe framework and letter, co-led by Reps. Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) and Jen Kiggans (VA-2), are also co-signed by Reps. Adam Gray (CA-13), Juan Ciscomani (AZ-6), Vicente Gonzalez (TX-34), Maria Salazar (FL-27), Darren Soto (FL-9), Mike Lawler (NY-17), Jim Costa (CA-21), Jefferson Van Drew (NJ-2), Josh Riley (NY-19), Tom Kean (NJ-7), Susie Lee (NV-3), Jeff Hurd (CO-3), Jared Golden (ME-2), David Valadao (CA-22), Chris Pappas (NH-1), Ryan MacKenzie (PA-7), Ed Case (HI-1), Carlos Gimenez (FL-28), Maggie Goodlander (NH-2), Monica De La Cruz (TX-15), Sam Liccardo (CA-16), Robert Bresnahan (PA-8), Greg Landsman (OH-1), Don Bacon (NE-2), Jimmy Panetta (CA-19), Kevin Kiley (CA-3), Henry Cuellar (TX-28), Nick LaLota (NY-1), Don Davis (NC-1), Scott Peters (CA-50), Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (WA-3), Hillary Scholten (MI-3), and Tom Suozzi (NY-3).\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:09:11Z"], ["https://gosar.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=9131", "Reps. Gosar and Crane Reintroduce Bill Placing 10-Year Moratorium on All Immigration", "2025-12-04", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Paul A. Gosar", "G000565", "gosar.house.gov", "gosar", "https://gosar.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Paul A. Gosar, D.D.S. (AZ-09) issued the following statement after joining Arizona Congressman Eli Crane in reintroducing H.R. 6374, legislation providing a 10-year moratorium on all immigration into the United States:\n\n\u201cLast week\u2019s tragic shooting of two National Guard members in Washington, D.C. within a few feet of the White House on Thanksgiving eve by Afghan national Rahmanullah Lakanwal is a sad reminder of Joe Biden\u2019s reckless and unchecked open-border policies.\n\nOur immigration system is overwhelmed and unmanageable thanks in large part to the previous administration\u2019s open border policies, poorly vetted asylum claims, and visa overstays. We cannot maintain a lawful immigration process when we cannot control our borders or account for who is entering our country.\n\nFraudulent asylum claims, illicit trafficking, and insufficient vetting present real threats to our national security, our economy, and our citizens. Adversaries are exploiting these failures. Americans are being murdered. Meanwhile, schools, hospitals, law enforcement, and local governments\u2014especially in border states like Arizona\u2014are stretched to their limits.\n\nImmigration must be legal, orderly, and in the national interest. Every nation has the right and responsibility to secure its borders and protect its people. I\u2019m proud to join my friend and colleague Representative Eli Crane in reintroducing this legislation, which imposes a 10-year moratorium on all immigration until our system is restored, our borders are secured, and future immigration can occur safely and in a way that strengthens our country,\u201d stated Congressman Paul Gosar.", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://crane.house.gov/2025/12/03/members-of-congress-should-not-be-allowed-to-trade-stocks/", "Members of Congress Should NOT Be Allowed to Trade Stocks", "2025-12-03", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Elijah Crane", "C001132", "crane.house.gov", "crane", "https://crane.house.gov/media/", "scraper", "Yesterday, Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) signed onto Rep. Anna Paulina Luna\u2019s (R-FL) discharge petition to force a vote on legislation banning Members of Congress from trading stocks. The move follows widespread, bipartisan concerns about insider trading and corruption in Washington.\n\nRep. Crane has consistently argued that lawmakers should not be allowed to trade stocks while serving in office and has not engaged in this activity during his tenure. He believes public officials should focus on the interests of their constituents, not abusing their unique access to information to manage their personal investment portfolios.\n\nTo read the full bill text, please click here.\n\n\u201cThe American people overwhelmingly agree that Members of Congress should not be allowed to trade stocks while in office. Lawmakers who are privy to sensitive and non-public information should not have the ability to profit from their access,\u201d said Rep. Crane. \u201cI applaud Rep. Luna for taking initiative and leading the charge to end this corrupt practice in our nation\u2019s capital. Republicans and Democrats alike should join forces and get this reform across the finish line.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:09:11Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-ciscomani-lee-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-boost-western-large-scale", "Reps. Ciscomani, Lee, Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Boost Western Large-Scale Water Recycling Efforts", "2025-11-25", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON - Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) and Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) introduced the bipartisan Large-Scale Water Recycling Reauthorization Act to extend a federal grant program for large-scale water recycling projects in the Colorado River Basin and throughout the West.\n\n\u201cWater is the lifeblood of Arizona,\u201d said Congressman Juan Ciscomani. \u201cAs we face worsening drought in Arizona, I am proud to co-lead this critical legislation which will help Western communities, like Southern Arizona, bolster their conservation efforts through water recycling efforts.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe need to save every drop of water we can to combat the ongoing, drought-driven water crisis in Nevada and throughout the West. Large-scale water recycling works,\u201d said Congresswoman Susie Lee. \u201cThat\u2019s exactly why we need to reauthorize the Large-Scale Water Recycling Program as soon as possible. This critical program was made possible by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law that I helped get across the finish line. I look forward to seeing it reauthorized for another five years to continue delivering the water resources our communities need for our shared future.\u201d\n\nArizona has emerged as a national leader in water recycling, reusing approximately 52% of its treated municipal wastewater, far surpassing most other states in the Colorado River Basin. This strong performance underscores Arizona\u2019s commitment to long-term water resilience. However, continued federal investment is critical to sustain and expand these efforts. This legislation will reinforce Arizona\u2019s role as a model for sustainable water management.\n\n\u201cThe Large-Scale Water Recycling Projects Competitive Grants Program helps communities, states, and whole regions build long-term, reliable water supplies to enable population growth, support economic expansion, and protect the environment and public health,\u201d said Bruno Pigott, Executive Director of the WateReuse Association. \u201cWateReuse applauds Representatives Lee and Ciscomani for their leadership in ensuring that this critical program continues into the future.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis federal funding remains critical to helping accelerate the development of recycled water systems on a scale that would not otherwise be possible,\u201d said John Entsminger, Southern Nevada Water Authority General Manager. \u201cThis is a smart investment that improves water supply reliability for millions of Americans, while helping communities build resiliency and respond to drought conditions.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are all looking towards ways to reduce our reliance on the Colorado River and Reclamation\u2019s Large-Scale Water Recycling Grant Program helps fund projects that do just that,\u201d said Deven Upadhyay, General Manager of the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California. \u201cLarge-scale facilities currently in the works will be an essential tool for a sustainable water future in the Western U.S. and the federal funding received is essential and matched 3:1 by local funding. Metropolitan appreciates Reps. Lee and Ciscomani for introducing this bill to help advance these projects.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:52:45Z"], ["https://crane.house.gov/2025/11/25/rep-crane-visits-yavapai-apache-nation-with-assistant-secretary-billy-kirkland/", "Rep. Crane Visits Yavapai-Apache Nation with Assistant Secretary Billy Kirkland", "2025-11-25", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Elijah Crane", "C001132", "crane.house.gov", "crane", "https://crane.house.gov/media/", "scraper", "Yesterday, Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) visited the Yavapai-Apache Nation with Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs Billy Kirkland to discuss recent developments and strengthen partnerships.\n\nThis was Assistant Secretary Kirkland\u2019s first trip since his Senate confirmation, and Rep. Crane was honored to join him in recognition of Native American History Month.\n\nThe visit featured a guided caravan tour of key Nation sites in the Middle Verde District of the Reservation. Stops included newly acquired lands off Cherry Creek Road, the construction site of the Middle Verde Wastewater Treatment Plant, and the New Tunlii housing development.\n\nFollowing the tour, Rep. Crane and Assistant Secretary Kirkland delivered remarks and attended a reception with newly elected Yavapai-Apache Nation Chairman Buddy Rocha Jr., Vice Chair Charlie Baca IV, and members of the council. Rep. Crane reaffirmed his commitment on core issues, including the Nation\u2019s pending water settlement with the federal government.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:52:45Z"], ["https://crane.house.gov/2025/11/24/rep-crane-applauds-ihs-partnership-to-help-bring-new-health-center-to-ak-chin-indian-community/", "Rep. Crane Applauds IHS Partnership to Help Bring New Health Center to Ak-Chin Indian Community", "2025-11-24", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Elijah Crane", "C001132", "crane.house.gov", "crane", "https://crane.house.gov/media/", "scraper", "The Ak-Chin Indian Community has been selected to participate in the Indian Health Service\u2019s (IHS) Fiscal Year 2025 Joint Venture Construction Program (JVCP). This award will help bring a new, modern health center to the community.\n\nEstablished in 1991 under the Indian Health Care Improvement Act, the JVCP is a partnership program where Tribes finance the construction of healthcare facilities that meet IHS standards. In return, IHS uses federal funding from Congress to staff and operate the facility under a no-cost, 20-year lease.\n\nFollowing a highly competitive process, the Ak-Chin Indian Community was one of only seven Tribes selected nationwide and the only recipient in Arizona. Leaders envision a full-service facility offering primary care, dental, behavioral health, specialty care, and more. Construction is expected to begin in approximately one year, with completion anticipated within three years.\n\nRep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) has voiced strong support for this partnership and applauds IHS for prioritizing the needs of the Ak-Chin Indian Community.\n\n\u201cI want to thank the Indian Health Service for its support of the Ak-Chin Indian Community. This is a historic investment in rural healthcare,\u201d said Rep. Crane. \u201cThe new facility will provide critical support, expand access to quality care, and help close longstanding gaps in Arizona\u2019s Second District.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:52:45Z"], ["https://biggs.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-biggs-dhs-must-deny-zohran-mamdani-security-clearance", "Congressman Biggs: DHS Must Deny Zohran Mamdani a Security Clearance", "2025-11-21", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Andy Biggs", "B001302", "biggs.house.gov", "biggs", "https://biggs.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Congressman Andy Biggs (R-AZ) led a letter to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem urging her department to deny New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani a federal security clearance.\n\nCongressman Biggs\u2019s letter makes clear that Mamdani\u2019s conduct is a consistent, years-long pattern that should disqualify him from ever accessing classified information. There is a well-documented record of conduct that raises serious national security concerns, including:\n\nCo-founding Students for Justice in Palestine, the group that hailed the October 7 Hamas massacre as an \u201chistoric win\u201d and openly called for \u201carmed confrontation;\u201d\n\nCheering violent uprisings, appearing at rallies that celebrate \u201cresistance by any means necessary,\u201d and defending \u201cGlobalize the Intifada,\u201d a slogan calling for violent unrest across the world;\n\nUndermining counterterrorism, including blaming the FBI for the radicalization of al Qaeda terrorist Anwar al-Awlaki \u2014 a talking point favored by anti-American propagandists;\n\nStanding alongside clerics who prayed for the destruction of Israel\u2019s supporters and praised Hamas fighters;\n\nSmearing the NYPD, repeatedly calling officers \u201cracist, anti-queer, and a major threat to public safety,\u201d and being arrested for disorderly conduct during a protest; and\n\nDemanding that the NYPD be defunded, even as he seeks a position that requires working directly with the department and federal partners.\n\n\u201cMamdani has a well-established pattern of siding with extremists, undermining U.S. counterterrorism efforts, demonizing law enforcement, and legitimizing violent movements,\u201d said Congressman Biggs.\n\n\u201cHe has spent years defending extremists, attacking American law enforcement, and aligning himself with individuals who praise terrorists. Putting classified material in his hands would be a direct threat to NYPD officers, federal agents, and the security of this country.\n\n\u201cSecurity clearances are reserved for individuals who can be trusted with the nation\u2019s most sensitive materials\u2014a standard Mamdani doesn\u2019t come close to meeting. His record is a bold red warning flag. DHS must reject his request without hesitation.\u201d\n\nCosigners of the letter include: Rep. Josh Brecheen (R-OK), Rep. Andy Ogles (R-TN), Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ), Rep. Ralph Norman (R-SC), Rep. Mary Miller (R-IL), Rep. Keith Self (R-TX), and Rep. Marlin Stutzman (R-IN).\n\nThe full letter may be read here.", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/ciscomani-leads-legislation-name-town-marana-post-office-after-community-icon", "Ciscomani Leads Legislation to Name Town of Marana Post Office After Community Icon Ed Honea", "2025-11-21", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "\u201cEd was the local boy who made good,\u201d said Congressman Ciscomani, whose 6th Congressional District includes the town. \u201cHe loved Marana with all his heart, and Marana certainly loved him in return.\u201d\n\nImage\n\nHonea\u2019s service to his hometown spanned 37 years - three terms on the Town Council and five as mayor. His family has deep roots in Marana, once a quiet, predominantly agricultural community that has become one of the fastest growing towns in southern Arizona. Honea\u2019s father also served on the Town Council.\n\nThe legislation is co-sponsored by David Schweikert (AZ-01), Eli Crane (AZ-02), Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03), Greg Stanton (AZ-04), Andy Biggs (AZ-05), Adelita Grijalva (AZ-07), Abraham Hamadeh (AZ-08), and Paul Gosar (AZ-09).\n\nHonea passed away unexpectedly on November 24, 2024 at age 77. He was a 1965 graduate of Marana High School and served his country during the Vietnam War as a member of the U.S. Navy Seabees. He worked as a contractor for the U.S. Postal Service for 29 years. The post office that will bear Honea\u2019s name is the post office where he worked as a mail carrier.\n\nNaming the post office after Honea was enthusiastically welcomed by Marana Mayor Jon Post and Town Manager Terry Rozema.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:52:45Z"], ["https://biggs.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-biggs-issues-statement-houses-passage-epstein-transparency", "Congressman Biggs Issues Statement on House\u2019s Passage of Epstein Transparency Legislation", "2025-11-18", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Andy Biggs", "B001302", "biggs.house.gov", "biggs", "https://biggs.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Congressman Andy Biggs (R-AZ) voted in favor of H.R. 4405, the Epstein Files Transparency Act, which ultimately passed the House. Congressman Biggs issued the following statement:\n\n\u201cI voted in favor of H.R. 4405 to support continued transparency in the Epstein investigation and to advance the broader pursuit of justice. That work, however, requires more than a single bill.\n\n\u201cThe House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform\u2014on which I serve\u2014has already released more than 60,000 pages of documents this year as part of a serious, fact-driven effort to uncover the full record, protect the victims, and ensure every responsible party is held to account. This is the type of investigative work that produces real transparency and accountability.\n\n\u201cFor four years, the Biden administration and congressional Democrats remained silent on the release of Epstein-related records. Their newfound urgency suggests they want the public to believe they are leading on this issue, but they only hope to uncover some involvement by President Trump. Their ultimate goal is not to help the victims get justice and peace, but to try to deliver a body blow to the President.\n\n\u201cIn reality, President Trump banned Jeffrey Epstein from Mar-a-Lago after learning about Epstein\u2019s 2008 convictions. President Trump\u2019s first administration initiated the indictments of Jeffrey Epstein and his procurer Ghislaine Maxwell, setting the standard for real action rather than empty signaling.\n\n\u201cI thank the Senate for their quick passage of the legislation.\"", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://crane.house.gov/2025/11/18/rep-crane-supports-epstein-files-transparency-act/", "Rep. Crane Supports\u00a0Epstein Files Transparency Act", "2025-11-18", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Elijah Crane", "C001132", "crane.house.gov", "crane", "https://crane.house.gov/media/", "scraper", "On July 16, 2025, Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) cosponsored H.Res.581 to ensure public access to Department of Justice (DOJ) records connected to Jeffrey Epstein and his criminal network.\n\nToday, he voted in favor of the Epstein Files Transparency Act, which passed the House and now awaits consideration in the U.S. Senate.\n\nThe legislation, introduced by Reps. Thomas Massie (R-KY) and Ro Khanna (D-CA), requires the DOJ to release all unclassified records, documents, communications, and investigative materials within 30 days.\n\nSpecifically, the bill mandates publication of information related to:\n\nJeffrey Epstein, including investigations, prosecutions, and custodial matters\n\nGhislaine Maxwell\n\nFlight logs and travel records for aircraft, vessels, or vehicles used by Epstein or related entities\n\nIndividuals named in connection with Epstein\u2019s criminal activities, settlements, or immunity agreements\n\nEntities with known or alleged ties to Epstein\u2019s trafficking or financial networks\n\nAny immunity deals, non-prosecution agreements, plea bargains, or sealed settlements involving Epstein or his associates\n\nInternal DOJ communications regarding decisions to charge, investigate, or decline to investigate Epstein or his associates\n\nRecords concerning the destruction, deletion, or concealment of Epstein-related documents or data\n\nDocumentation of Epstein\u2019s detention and death, including autopsy reports, incident records, and witness interviews\n\nThe DOJ may only redact or withhold limited categories of information, including victims\u2019 personal data, child sexual abuse material, classified national security information, or content that would jeopardize an active investigation. All redactions must be accompanied by written justifications published in the Federal Register and submitted to Congress.\n\nWithin 15 days of completing the records release, the Attorney General must also provide Congress with a comprehensive report listing all categories of records released or withheld, the legal basis for any redactions, and a list of all government officials and politically exposed individuals named in the released materials.\n\nRep. Crane cautioned that the bill as currently written could unintentionally harm the reputations of individuals who were cleared of all wrongdoing. He also emphasized the need to protect victims\u2019 privacy and ensure survivors are not spotlighted against their wishes. He is hopeful that the Senate will address these issues while preserving the bill\u2019s core mission.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:52:45Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-ciscomani-wraps-successful-veterans-day-week-arizona", "Rep. Ciscomani Wraps Up Successful Veterans Day Week in Arizona", "2025-11-14", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "TUCSON - Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) began his week in Arizona, then traveled to Washington to place his vote on the House Floor to reopen the government, and returned back to the district to continue his events to honor and celebrate veterans.\n\nCiscomani began the week on Sunday attending the Rockin\u2019 4 Heroes Event in Oro Valley, an event which pays tribute to first responders, active-duty military, veterans and Gold Star families.\n\nOn Monday, Congressman Ciscomani attended the Marana Flag Placement Ceremony where he placed flags on headstones in preparation for Veterans Day.\n\nFollowing this, he traveled to Salpointe Catholic High School in Tucson to present a Congressional Record for the late Kelly Pierce at the Salpointe Heroes Assembly.\n\nLater in the afternoon, Congressman Ciscomani attended a roundtable with Arizona employers to discuss the Working Families Tax Cut Act and how it will benefit their businesses.\n\nOn Veterans Day, Congressman Ciscomani presented remarks and attended the 30th Annual Sierra Vista / Fort Huachuca Veterans Day Ceremony to honor those who served our country and their families.\n\nOn Thursday, Congressman Ciscomani hosted the Veteran Servant Leader Award Event, the third time he has hosted this event, where he presented 32 Veteran Servant Leader Awards to individuals from across all 5 counties in the district who continue to serve our community after they have left the military.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:52:45Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-ciscomani-hosts-third-veteran-servant-leader-award-event", "Rep. Ciscomani Hosts Third Veteran Servant Leader Award Event", "2025-11-13", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "TUCSON - Today, U.S. Representative Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) hosted the Veteran Servant Leader Award event in Tucson. This is the third time Congressman Ciscomani has hosted this event that honors veterans who continue to serve even after they have left the military. Tonight, Congressman Ciscomani presented 32 Veteran Servant Leader Awards to members of the community.\n\nCongressman Ciscomani hosted this event tonight during Veterans week which began on Sunday. Throughout the week, Congressman Ciscomani attended several veteran events, including Rockin\u2019 4 Heroes, placed flags on headstones at Arizona Veterans\u2019 Memorial Cemetery at Marana, and the Sierra Vista 30th Annual Veterans Day Ceremony.\n\nAs a member of the House Veterans\u2019 Affairs Committee, Congressman Ciscomani works every day for the nearly 80,000 veterans in Arizona\u2019s sixth congressional district. He has championed legislation, specifically passing H.R. 3579, the Veterans Readiness and Employment Program Integrity Act, and H.R. 3951, the Rural Veterans\u2019 Improved Access to Benefits Act of 2025 in September of this year.\n\nAdditionally, Congressman Ciscomani helped re-open an improved outstation in Sierra Vista to better serve the veterans in the community and has returned $5.8 million back to veterans through casework via his office.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:52:45Z"], ["https://crane.house.gov/2025/11/13/icymi-rep-crane-advocates-for-rural-arizona-amid-final-week-of-government-shutdown/", "ICYMI \u2013 Rep. Crane Advocates for Rural Arizona Amid Final Week of Government Shutdown", "2025-11-13", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Elijah Crane", "C001132", "crane.house.gov", "crane", "https://crane.house.gov/media/", "scraper", "Earlier this week, Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) joined Reps. Andy Biggs (R-AZ), Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ), and Paul Gosar (R-AZ) in a letter to Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Administrator Mehmet Oz.\n\nThe representatives urged fair distribution of funds from the Rural Health Transformation Program, which was established under the Working Families Tax Cuts.\n\nThey also invited Administrator Oz to visit rural Arizona to see firsthand the challenges faced by residents who often travel long distances for medical care. More than 500,000 Arizonans live at least 30 minutes from the nearest hospital, with many even farther. These facilities are often Critical Access Hospitals rather than full-service hospitals, leaving residents without access to necessary care.\n\nTo read the letter, please click here.\n\nAdditionally, Rep. Crane joined a bipartisan letter to President Trump supporting a request for a Major Disaster Declaration following severe flooding in Gila and Mohave counties.\n\nThe letter detailed the devastating impact of the September storms, which brought 6 to 10 inches of rain within 48 hours. The flooding damaged more than 300 homes, destroyed roads and infrastructure, and caused losses exceeding $33 million. The delegation urged swift approval to ensure Arizonans receive the federal assistance needed for a full recovery.\n\nTo read the letter, please click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:52:45Z"], ["https://crane.house.gov/2025/11/13/longest-federal-government-shutdown-in-u-s-history-ends/", "Longest Federal Government Shutdown in U.S. History Ends", "2025-11-13", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Elijah Crane", "C001132", "crane.house.gov", "crane", "https://crane.house.gov/media/", "scraper", "On September 19, 2025, Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) voted in favor of a House-passed funding bill, which would have kept the government open at previous funding levels through November 21, 2025.\n\nHowever, the Senate failed to approve the clean funding extension on 14 separate occasions before an agreement was finally reached.\n\nThe impasse triggered the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, causing missed paychecks, furloughs, travel delays, and uncertainty for millions of Americans.\n\nUltimately, a bipartisan coalition of 8 Democrats and 52 Republicans passed a bill, funding the government through January 30, 2026. The package also included appropriations for Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, the Department of Agriculture, and the Legislative Branch through September 30, 2026.\n\nLast night, the House of Representatives approved the Senate\u2019s legislation, officially ending the prolonged stalemate. As he did in September, Rep. Crane voted again to keep the government open.\n\nThroughout the shutdown, Rep. Crane consistently urged his colleagues to support reopening the government. Yet, every single Democrat from Arizona blocked the funding measure.\n\nAlthough Washington was brought to a standstill, Rep. Crane remained focused on the priorities of rural Arizona during the impasse. He also requested that his own pay be withheld and cosponsored a constitutional amendment to prevent congressional pay and back pay during future shutdowns.\n\nFor more information, please click here.\n\n\u201cLast night, I once again voted to fund the federal government. The American people should never be used as leverage to advance a political agenda,\u201d said Rep. Crane. \u201cTo those who dealt with missed paychecks, worked without pay, and lived with great uncertainty, your determination and resolve are admirable. To the amazing people of rural Arizona who stood by one another during this challenge, I\u2019m grateful for your strength and dedication to each other.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:52:45Z"], ["https://schweikert.house.gov/2025/11/13/rep-schweikert-joins-signing-of-fostering-the-future-executive-order/", "Rep. Schweikert Joins Signing of Fostering the Future Executive Order", "2025-11-13", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "David Schweikert", "S001183", "schweikert.house.gov", "schweikert", "https://schweikert.house.gov/category/congress_press_release/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC \u2013 Today, Congressman David Schweikert joined federal leaders at the White House today for the signing of the Fostering the Future executive order. The order aims to strengthen the foster care system and improve the path to adulthood for young people who often face that transition without support.\n\nUnder the order, the Department of Health and Human Services will review and modernize child welfare policies and update information systems that states use to track safety and outcomes. These changes are intended to give caseworkers stronger tools and to help states respond more effectively to the needs of children and families.\n\nThe executive order also creates a national Fostering the Future initiative that will connect foster youth with education programs, career training, and housing support. It calls for the development of a new online platform that will bring together federal and state resources so young people leaving foster care can find guidance and build plans for long-term independence.\n\nThe order also calls for greater flexibility in education and training vouchers and encourages states to work with organizations that support children in crisis, including faith-based partners.\n\nBack to News", 1, "2026-04-09T05:39:42Z", "2026-04-09T05:40:59Z"], ["https://biggs.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-biggs-applauds-houses-passage-legislation-reopen-federal", "Congressman Biggs Applauds House's Passage of Legislation to Reopen the Federal Government", "2025-11-12", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Andy Biggs", "B001302", "biggs.house.gov", "biggs", "https://biggs.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, the House of Representatives passed legislation to end the longest shutdown in American history. Congressman Andy Biggs (R-AZ) issued the following statement:\n\n\"Tonight, I voted to reopen the federal government\u2014ending 43 days of unnecessary pain inflicted by Democrats. They shut down the government, held Americans hostage, and walked away with nothing. This is the same deal that was available before their shutdown stunt began. The Left\u2019s political stunt accomplished only one thing: it reminded the country that Washington Democrats will always put power and partisanship above the American people.\n\n\"While reopening the government is the right decision, we cannot return to business as usual. Washington\u2019s size and power continue to suffocate our states and citizens. We must seize this moment to permanently shrink the federal bureaucracy, restore constitutional limits, and return power to the states\u2014just as President Trump is doing through his executive actions.\n\n\"It\u2019s time to rein in Washington and put our Republic back on the foundation our Framers intended.\"", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/ciscomani-votes-reopen-federal-government", "Ciscomani Votes to Reopen Federal Government", "2025-11-12", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Representative Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) voted in support of the Senate Amendment to (H.R. 5371) Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act which will end the federal government shutdown once it is signed by President Trump.\n\n\u201cI was proud to vote for this bill to reopen the government and restore regular order in Congress for the American people. This legislation builds on the appropriations work we completed earlier this summer for Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, the Legislative Branch, and the Agriculture, Rural Development, and Food and Drug Administration divisions,\u201d Congressman Ciscomani said. \u201cIt ends the shutdown for thousands of federal employees, SNAP recipients, and others who rely on a functioning federal government \u2014 and it delivers real wins for Arizona\u2019s Sixth District, including over $340,000 for the Oracle Fire District. This shutdown was completely unnecessary and overdue to end. It\u2019s disappointing to still see so many democrats, especially Arizonans, voting to remain shut down. But I\u2019m proud to vote in favor of delivering results and restoring stability for the communities I serve.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:52:45Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-ciscomani-votes-yes-house-funding-bill-including-funds-oracle-brush-dump", "Rep. Ciscomani Votes Yes on House Funding Bill Including Funds for Oracle Brush Dump", "2025-11-12", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Representative Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) released the following statement on the Senate Amendment to (H.R. 5371) Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act which included $340,049 for the Oracle Fire District (OFD) in the Agriculture, Rural Development, and Food and Drug Administration FY26 Appropriations bill. This investment will help the district purchase an Air Curtain Burner to improve safety, efficiency, and environmental quality in brush disposal operations.\n\n\u201cAs the sole appropriator in Arizona, this is exactly what I fight for in Washington \u2013 bringing money back to Arizona and our communities,\u201d Congressman Ciscomani said. \u201cI\u2019m incredibly excited to see this money go to the town of Oracle and for them to be able to purchase this Air Curtain Burner/Incinerator to improve safety and efficiency for the burning of the materials. Congratulations to the town of Oracle!\u201d\n\nThe funding will allow OFD to replace traditional \u201cpile\u201d burns with a modern Air Curtain Burner system that offers several key benefits. The new equipment will enhance firefighter safety by reducing the number of personnel required for brush burning operations and minimizing exposure to open flames and heavy smoke. It will also lower operating costs, as the incinerator requires fewer staff to run while increasing the efficiency of the burn process.\n\nIn addition, the Air Curtain Burner will significantly reduce the amount of smoke produced during burns, improving air quality for both firefighters and nearby residents. By containing embers more effectively, it will decrease the risk of accidental fires and help the district comply with state and federal air quality standards. This investment will also enable OFD to keep the brush dump open more frequently, providing a safer and more sustainable means of disposing of hazardous vegetation materials.\n\nCongressman Ciscomani worked to secure the following funds through Community Project Funding request:\n\n$340,050 for the Oracle Brush Dump for the Oracle Fire District: These funds will be used to allow the Oracle Fire District to purchase an Air Curtain Burner/Incinerator, to greatly improve the safety and efficiency of burning the brush, which is the only alternative to disposing of these volatile materials.\n\nIn FY2026, Congressman Ciscomani submitted 15 projects across all five counties in the district for a total of nearly $77.6 million. He is the only member of the Arizona congressional delegation who serves on the Appropriations Committee.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:52:45Z"], ["https://biggs.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-biggs-introduces-key-pieces-legislation-honor-and-support-americas", "Congressman Biggs Introduces Key Pieces of Legislation to Honor and Support America\u2019s Veterans", "2025-11-11", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Andy Biggs", "B001302", "biggs.house.gov", "biggs", "https://biggs.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Congressman Andy Biggs (AZ-05) introduced three bills reaffirming America\u2019s commitment to those who served our nation. The legislation strengthens care, accountability, and dignity for veterans and their families by reforming outdated systems and expanding access to benefits without increasing taxpayer costs.\n\nThe Veterans\u2019 Cremation Certainty Acteases a long-standing financial and emotional burden on military families by allowing veterans to pre-designate direct cremation as part of their VA burial benefits. The bill extends the VA\u2019s pre-approval process, currently limited to burials, to include cremation services and enables the VA to pay cremation providers directly, reducing or eliminating out-of-pocket costs.\n\nTheHSAs for Heroes Actallows all veterans to open and use Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) while maintaining their VA benefits. The bill also broadens the range of eligible expenses\u2014incorporating language from Congressman Biggs\u2019s existing Freedom for Families Act\u2014to include caregiving costs.\n\nThe Claims Legitimacy and Evaluation Accountability Nationwide for VA (CLEAN VA) Act strengthens oversight, ethics, and accountability within the Department of Veterans Affairs to protect both taxpayer dollars and veterans\u2019 benefits. This bill:\n\nEnforces time-limited disciplinary processes and streamlined appeals for misconduct;\n\nIncreases penalties for fraud and abuse, expands whistleblower safeguards, and incentivizes reporting through disclosure rewards;\n\nDirects integration of AI tools to identify fraud vulnerabilities and ensure accurate, fair disability determinations; and\n\nRequires annual department-wide training under Inspector General oversight to reinforce a culture of integrity and compliance.\n\n\u201cThis Veterans Day, Congress must recommit to honoring our nation\u2019s heroes not just in word, but in deed,\u201d said Congressman Biggs.\n\n\u201cVeterans deserve more than speeches and ceremonies \u2014 they deserve action. These bills deliver meaningful reforms that ease financial burdens, expand healthcare freedom, and hold the VA accountable to the men and women it serves. We owe our veterans the dignity of a government that keeps its word, honors their sacrifices, and works as hard for them as they did for us.\u201d", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/ciscomani-releases-statement-honor-veterans-day", "Ciscomani Releases Statement in Honor of Veterans Day", "2025-11-11", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON - U.S. Representative Juan Ciscomani released the following statement in honor of Veterans Day today, November 11, 2025.\n\n\u201cThis Veterans Day, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to the incredible men and women who have worn our nation\u2019s uniform in defense of freedom. You have put life and limb on the line for our democracy, and your sacrifices are a solemn reminder that freedom is never free.\n\nWith nearly 80,000 veterans who call Arizona\u2019s Sixth Congressional District home, I take seriously my responsibility to serve those who have served us. I\u2019m honored to advocate for our veterans through my role in Congress and as a member of the House Veterans\u2019 Affairs Committee.\n\nWhile we may never be able to repay you for your service, I hope that today \u2014 and every day \u2014 our communities recognize the bravery, valor, and dedication you\u2019ve shown in defense of our country.\u201d\n\nDelivering for Arizona\u2019s Veterans\n\nCongressman Ciscomani continues to make veterans\u2019 priorities a cornerstone of his work in Congress and across Arizona's Sixth Congressional District. Recent actions include:\n\nPassing Bipartisan Legislation: Two of Congressman Ciscomani\u2019s veterans\u2019 bills passed the House unanimously\n\nImproving the Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E) Program\n\nExpanding access to veterans\u2019 benefits.\n\nOpening a New VA Outstation in Cochise County: After consistent advocacy, Congressman Ciscomani helped secure federal approval to open a veteran center outstation in Cochise County, bringing critical services closer to home for local veterans.\n\nProviding Direct Assistance: Assisted veterans navigate federal agencies, access earned benefits, and resolve casework issues quickly and effectively that has resulted in nearly $6 million returned to veterans in AZ-06.\n\nCongressman Ciscomani released this video today after placing flags on gravesites at the Arizona Veterans' Memorial Cemetery at Marana yesterday alongside community members.\n\nCongressman Ciscomani released this video today after placing flags on gravesites at the Arizona Veterans' Memorial Cemetery at Marana yesterday alongside community members.\n\nImage\n\nView the video here or by clicking on the image above.\n\nWith nearly 80,000 veterans in his congressional district and as a member of the House Committee on Veterans\u2019 Affairs (VA), Congressman Ciscomani is a strong advocate for those who have served our nation. The VA committee oversees the Department of Veterans Affairs and the laws that guide the benefits and services veterans depend on. Through his work on the Oversight and Investigations and Economic Opportunity Subcommittees, Ciscomani focuses on accountability within the VA and on helping veterans build successful lives after service. More about Ciscomani\u2019s work for veterans can be found HERE.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:52:45Z"], ["https://biggs.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-biggs-urges-cms-approve-arizonas-rural-health-plan-invites", "Congressman Biggs Urges CMS to Approve Arizona\u2019s Rural Health Plan, Invites Administrator Oz to See Need Firsthand", "2025-11-10", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Andy Biggs", "B001302", "biggs.house.gov", "biggs", "https://biggs.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Congressman Andy Biggs (AZ-05) sent a letter to Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Administrator Mehmet Oz urging the approval of Arizona\u2019s application for the federal government\u2019s Rural Health Transformation Program. Congressman Biggs also invited Dr. Oz to visit Arizona\u2019s rural communities to see firsthand the distance, limited resources, and unique challenges that rural residents face in accessing care.\n\nThe letter highlights Arizona\u2019s vast geography and the significant challenges rural communities face in accessing healthcare. More than 500,000 Arizonans live over 30 minutes from a hospital\u2014among the highest rates in the nation\u2014and many rely on limited Critical Access Hospitals rather than full-service facilities.\n\nThe Rural Health Transformation Program was created through President Trump\u2019s Big Beautiful Bill, which expanded resources to strengthen healthcare delivery and infrastructure in rural America. Arizona\u2019s application seeks to utilize these funds to expand access and develop innovative local care models for underserved areas.\n\nCongressmen Eli Crane (AZ-02), Paul Gosar (AZ-09), and Juan Ciscomani (AZ-05) joined in signing the letter.\n\n\u201cArizona\u2019s rural communities are the backbone of our state,\u201d said Congressman Biggs. \u201cMany residents live more than thirty minutes from the nearest hospital, and for some, it can take close to an hour just to reach a critical care facility. That distance can determine whether or not a patient receives timely care.\n\n\u201cPresident Trump\u2019s Big Beautiful Bill made important investments to strengthen local communities and improve access to essential services, including healthcare. Arizona is uniquely positioned to lead the way in advancing these reforms and setting a standard for rural healthcare innovation.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m inviting Dr. Oz to visit our great state and witness firsthand the challenges faced by Arizona\u2019s rural communities. Arizona is ready to lead in this effort, and I urge CMS to afford our state the opportunity to do so.\u201d\n\nCongressman Eli Crane said,\u201cRural Arizona matters, and I\u2019m proud to join my colleagues to advocate for these critical needs. We all passed the working families tax cut, which included a historic investment in rural hospitals.\u201d\n\n\u201cAccess to quality healthcare remains one of the most pressing challenges facing rural America. The Working Families Tax Cut, passed by Congress and signed into law by President Trump, helps address the provider shortages, limited facilities, and resource gaps that rural communities in Arizona face. Arizona\u2019s healthcare providers continue to lead with innovative solutions\u2014demonstrating why sustained federal partnership and investment are vital to ensuring quality care for all Arizonans,\u201dstated Congressman Paul Gosar.", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://crane.house.gov/2025/11/10/update-from-the-office-of-rep-eli-crane/", "Update from the Office of Rep. Eli Crane", "2025-11-10", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Elijah Crane", "C001132", "crane.house.gov", "crane", "https://crane.house.gov/media/", "scraper", "Last night, the Senate took a significant step toward ending the longest federal government shutdown in U.S. history.\n\nIn a 60\u201340 vote, the Senate advanced a repackaged House-passed funding bill to fund the government through January 30, 2026. The measure also provides funding for military construction and veterans affairs, the Department of Agriculture, and the Legislative Branch through September 30, 2026.\n\nThe legislation will soon return to the House of Representatives, and the shutdown is poised to end in the coming days.\n\nRep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) supported the original House-passed funding bill and looks forward to voting again to reopen the government.\n\nThis is a positive development for many Americans who have faced furloughs, missed paychecks, travel disruptions, and uncertainty over lapses in critical programs. Rural Arizonans proudly stood up and looked after one another during this period of frustration.\n\nThroughout the shutdown, Rep. Crane has continued to advocate for the priorities of AZ-02.\n\nJust today, Rep. Crane joined Reps. Andy Biggs (R-AZ) and Paul Gosar (R-AZ) in a letter to Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Administrator Mehmet Oz. The representatives invited him to visit rural Arizona in light of the historic investment in rural hospitals from the Working Families Tax Cuts.\n\nBelow is an overview of key actions Rep. Crane prioritized while the Senate prolonged this avoidable and harmful shutdown:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:52:45Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/ciscomani-leads-arizona-effort-advocating-fair-allocation-rural-health", "Ciscomani Leads Arizona Effort Advocating for Fair Allocation of Rural Health Transformation Program Funds", "2025-11-06", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Congressman Juan Ciscomani is leading a bipartisan effort to ensure Arizona receives the federal funds it needs to support the healthcare challenges facing rural communities.\n\nIn a letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Ciscomani and four congressional colleagues from Arizona strongly endorsed the state\u2019s participation in the Rural Health Transformation Program, a measure empowering states to strengthen healthcare access, quality and outcomes in rural hospitals.\n\n\u201cWe are sending this letter to CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz because we want to continue to send a clear message about the importance of rural healthcare in Arizona,\u201d Ciscomani said. \u201cOur rural hospitals and clinics are lifelines for families. Access to the Rural Health Transformation Fund is critical to addressing the unique challenges they face and ensuring our healthcare infrastructure keeps pace with the needs of families, workers, and seniors across our state. We cannot afford to leave any Arizona community behind.\u201d\n\nCiscomani is joined in this bipartisan letter which highlights that CMS must use proper metrics that accurately account for the reality of rural life in Arizona by Arizona\u2019s U.S. Senators Mark Kelly and Ruben Gallego, as well as Arizona U.S. Representatives Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) and Greg Stanton (AZ-04).\n\nIn part, the members wrote:\n\n\u201cArizona\u2019s rural population is very dispersed, averaging 7.69 people per square mile. Arizona is the sixth-largest state in land area. The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), specifically the Federal Office of Rural Health Policy (FORHP), uses a detailed, multi-criteria definition to determine which areas are rural. Seven of Arizona\u2019s fifteen counties are classified as 100 percent rural. Each of Arizona\u2019s counties contains census tracts that meet HRSA\u2019s definition of rural.\u201d\n\nAdditionally, they added:\n\n\u201cOur rural populations face many challenges, such as access to healthcare \u2014 but also access to affordable childcare, housing, and career and educational opportunities. Incomes in these areas tend to be lower, and their are higher rates of unemployment. These issues compound their healthcare challenges.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe healthcare needs of our rural communities are great, and it is critically important to us that Arizona gets its fair share of Rural Health Transformation Program dollars. An assessment conducted by the University of North Carolina resulted in a finding that Arizona ranked number 36 among the 50 states when ranked according to the criteria in the RHTP Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). This is not reflective of Arizona\u2019s landscape and reality.\u201d\n\nThe members concluded with:\n\n\u201cThe needs in our rural communities have never been greater. The State of Arizona has worked collaboratively with Arizona\u2019s rural hospitals, clinics, and behavioral health providers to ensure that it has built a program that meets the needs of Arizona\u2019s rural communities, but it cannot do so if it does not receive the funds it requires.\u201d\n\n\u201cArizona is one of the most rural states in America. Thank you for your attention to this matter and for ensuring that Arizona receives at least $200 million per year over five years. Given the vast area, significant needs of the State, and rurality of so many Arizonans, Arizona should receive much more than that in order to adequately address the significant needs of its rural communities.\u201d\n\nYou may click HERE to read the full letter.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:52:45Z"], ["https://biggs.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-biggs-introduces-resolution-honor-charlie-kirks-life-and-legacy", "Congressman Biggs Introduces Resolution to Honor Charlie Kirk\u2019s Life and Legacy with Statue in the U.S. Capitol", "2025-11-03", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Andy Biggs", "B001302", "biggs.house.gov", "biggs", "https://biggs.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Congressman Andy Biggs (R-AZ) introduced a resolution allowing the U.S. House of Representatives to accept and prominently display a statue of Charlie Kirk in the U.S. Capitol, honoring his enduring legacy as a conservative leader, devoted husband and father, and unapologetic man of faith.\n\nCharlie Kirk founded Turning Point USA in 2012, inspiring an entire generation of young Americans to embrace the principles of free markets, limited government, and the God-given rights enshrined in our founding documents. Under his leadership, millions were drawn to civic engagement, debate, and faith-based action rooted in love of country. Charlie\u2019s message was simple but powerful: America is worth fighting for. He believed in the promise of this nation and never hesitated to challenge young people to stand boldly for truth. His voice bridged divides, encouraged peaceful dialogue, and reminded us that the health of our Republic depends on moral courage and open debate. Charlie\u2019s work transcended politics\u2014it was a ministry of conviction and purpose.\n\n\u201cIn September, we lost a tremendous leader and a dear friend,\u201d said Congressman Biggs. \u201cA cowardly, deranged assassin\u2014radicalized by left-wing ideology\u2014murdered Charlie Kirk for his beliefs. He was targeted for speaking truth, for defending faith, family, and freedom. This resolution ensures that his courage and conviction will never be forgotten.\n\n\u201cCharlie\u2019s assassination was meant to silence a conservative voice, but we will not be silenced. We will double down on the work Charlie dedicated his life to\u2014defending liberty, strengthening families, and speaking truth boldly. His life reminds us that the Republic depends on peaceful debate, the rule of law, and the courage to stand firm in the face of evil.\n\n\u201cCharlie changed the course of our country\u2014and his legacy will now stand in the Capitol as a permanent reminder that light is stronger than darkness, and truth will prevail.\u201d\n\nCosponsors of the resolution include: Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL), Rep. Eric Burlison (R-MO), Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ), Rep. Barry Moore (R-AL), Rep. Tom Tiffany (R-WI), Rep. Scott Perry (R-PA), Rep. Paul Gosar (R-AZ), Rep. Keith Self (R-TX), Rep. Andy Ogles (R-TN), Rep. Michael Cloud (R-TX), Rep. Mary Miller (R-IL), Rep. Andrew Clyde (R-GA), Rep. Clay Higgins (R-LA), Rep. Marlin Stutzman (R-IN), Rep. Chip Roy (R-TX), Rep. Sheri Biggs (R-SC), Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL), and Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-CO).\n\nBreitbart News covered the legislation here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:52:45Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/ciscomani-returns-over-150k-constituents-during-government-shutdown", "Ciscomani Returns over $150K to Constituents During Government Shutdown", "2025-11-03", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "TUCSON \u2013 Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) returned over $153,000 to constituents in Arizona\u2019s sixth congressional district during the month of October, despite the federal government shutdown that began on October 1 at midnight.\n\nThroughout October, Congressman Ciscomani and his team opened 70 cases, which includes federal casework involving the Department of Veterans Affairs, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Department of Homeland Security, and more agencies, which returned $153,000 to the district, and received 41 applications for a military academy nomination, which were due at the end of October.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m incredibly proud of the work we\u2019ve completed to return money and continue to provide clarity and answers to constituents across our congressional district during this shutdown,\u201d Congressman Ciscomani said. \u201cMy team remains open and ready to serve you through this difficult time.\u201d\n\nWhile this has been incredibly successful month, we know that federal employees and recipients of federal programs are feeling the impact of the Democrat-led government shutdown.\n\nShould you or someone you know need any federal casework assistance or resources on food availability or information, please don\u2019t hesitate to contact Congressman Ciscomani\u2019s Tucson district office at (520)-881-3588.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:52:45Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/ciscomani-costa-launch-bipartisan-push-make-crime-prevention-national-priority", "Ciscomani, Costa Launch Bipartisan Push to Make Crime Prevention a National Priority", "2025-10-30", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON - U.S. Representatives Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) and Jim Costa (CA-21) Co-Chairs of the Crime Survivors and Justice Caucus, introduced a bipartisan resolution to designate October as National Crime Prevention Month, a nationwide effort to put prevention at the forefront of public safety.\n\n\u201cPreventing and combatting crime in our communities is something every American deserves,\u201d Congressman Ciscomani said. \u201cThis commonsense, bipartisan resolution acknowledges our support for every law enforcement officer, first responders, educators, community leaders and so many more. I\u2019m proud to join my colleagues in honoring National Crime Prevention Month.\u201d\n\n\u201cCrime prevention is not partisan idea \u2013 it\u2019s a promise we owe every American,\u201d said Congressman Costa. \u201cSafe communities don\u2019t just happen by accident; they are built when neighbors, law enforcement, and leaders work together to stop crime before it starts. Declaring October as National Crime Prevention Month affirms prevention as the foundation of public safety \u2013 keeping kids out of gangs, protecting seniors in their homes, stopping scams and organized crime, and supporting victims. Every American family deserves peace of mind. That\u2019s the future we\u2019re fighting for, and it starts now.\u201d\n\nBACKGROUND\n\nThe resolution underscores a simple truth: keeping families safe begins with preventing crime before it happens, and ensuring every community has the tools to build safer streets and strong neighborhoods. In short, prevention is action. It means:\n\nStopping violence before it starts \u2013 tackling the roots of crime before it turns deadly.\n\nKeeping kids on the right path \u2013 steering young people away from gangs, drugs, and cycles of violence.\n\nBuilding trust in public safety \u2013 strengthening the partnership between police and the communities they serve.\n\nStanding with victims \u2013 making sure they have the resources to heal and rebuild their lives.\n\nFighting modern threats \u2013 protecting families from scams, counterfeits, and cybercrime through awareness and education.\n\nThe urgency is clear. According to the FBI, a violent crime is reported every 25.9 seconds in the United States. Experts estimate crime drains $2.6 trillion from families, businesses, and taxpayers each year.\n\nFirst launched in 1984 by the National Crime Prevention Council, Crime Prevention Month has a proud legacy of mobilizing communities. The bipartisan Costa\u2013Ciscomani resolution renews that mission and challenges the nation to recommit to prevention as the surest path to safer streets, stronger neighborhoods, and peace of mind for every family.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://crane.house.gov/2025/10/29/rep-crane-chairs-congressional-justice-for-warriors-caucus-in-the-119th-congress/", "Rep. Crane Chairs\u00a0Congressional Justice for Warriors Caucus in the 119th Congress", "2025-10-29", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Elijah Crane", "C001132", "crane.house.gov", "crane", "https://crane.house.gov/media/", "scraper", "In the 119th Congress, Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) is honored to serve as Chairman of the Congressional Justice for Warriors Caucus (CJWC), which advocates for service members and veterans who have been wrongfully accused or incarcerated.\n\nSince its founding in 2019, the CJWC has successfully secured clemency, parole, and pardons for service members. It has also delivered positive outcomes for veterans seeking medical care, record corrections, titling, VA claims, and accountability from the Department of War (DOW) and Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).\n\nThe CJWC reexamines criminal convictions, accusations of impropriety, military investigations, and nonjudicial punishments that have adversely affected U.S. service members, veterans, and private contractors. It also assists with veteran care, cases of reprisal, military record corrections, and agency noncompliance with Congressional mandates impacting the veteran community.\n\nFurthermore, the Caucus seeks to strengthen key components of military law, including the Uniform Code of Military Justice and the Rules for Courts-Martial. These reforms aim to uphold fair treatment and guarantee due process for service members.\n\nThese measures help protect U.S. military personnel from Unlawful Command Influence, predatory prosecutions, misapplication of the law, and other forms of injustice.\n\nThis Congressional Justice for Warriors Caucus currently consists of the following members:\n\nRep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) \u2013 Chairman\n\nRep. Daniel Webster (R-FL) \u2013 Executive Member\n\nRep. Eric Burlison (R-MO)\n\nRep. Cory Mills (R-FL)\n\n\u201cI\u2019m honored to serve as Chairman of the Congressional Justice for Warriors Caucus, which does vital work on behalf of our military community,\u201d said Rep. Crane. \u201cI encourage any veteran who believes they\u2019ve been wrongfully persecuted to reach out. We\u2019re here to help.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://crane.house.gov/2025/10/28/reminder-sba-representatives-available-for-in-person-meetings-in-gila-county/", "REMINDER \u2013\u00a0SBA Representatives Available for In-Person Meetings in Gila County", "2025-10-28", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Elijah Crane", "C001132", "crane.house.gov", "crane", "https://crane.house.gov/media/", "scraper", "On October 10, 2025, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low-interest federal disaster loans for eligible businesses, nonprofit organizations, residents, and tribal nations that sustained economic losses due to the severe flooding in Gila County.\n\nCurrently, SBA customer service representatives are on hand at the Globe-Miami Chamber of Commerce at 1360 N. Bored St., Globe, AZ 85501. They are available Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. MST and are available to help with the application process or answer questions. To schedule an in-person appointment in advance, please click here.\n\nThrough this declaration, the SBA is offering Business Physical Disaster Loans, Home and Personal Property Loans, and Economic Injury Disaster Loans.\n\nThe Arizona counties of Coconino, Gila, Graham, Maricopa, Navajo, Pinal, and Yavapai are included.\n\nTo apply online for loans offered by the SBA, please click here, call the SBA\u2019s Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955, or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov. The deadline to return physical damage applications is December 9, 2025, and the deadline to return economic injury applications is July 10, 2026.\n\nIf you or someone you know was impacted by the recent floods, please see the following information released by the SBA regarding available loans.\n\nPhysical Disaster Loans:\n\nBusinesses and nonprofits are eligible to apply for business physical disaster loans and may borrow up to $2 million to repair or replace disaster-damaged or destroyed real estate, machinery and equipment, inventory, and other business assets.\n\nHome and Personal Property Loans:\n\nHomeowners and renters are eligible to apply for home and personal property loans and may borrow up to $100,000 to replace or repair personal property, such as clothing, furniture, cars, and appliances.\n\nHomeowners may apply for up to $500,000 to replace or repair their primary residence.\n\nApplicants may be eligible for a loan increase of up to 20% of their physical damage, as verified by the SBA, for mitigation purposes.\n\nEligible mitigation improvements include insulating pipes, walls and attics, weather stripping doors and windows, and installing storm windows to help protect property and occupants from future disasters.\n\nEconomic Injury Disaster Loans:\n\nThe SBA\u2019s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program is available to eligible small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, nurseries and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations including faith-based organizations impacted by financial losses directly related to this disaster.\n\nThe SBA is unable to provide disaster loans to agricultural producers, farmers, or ranchers, except for aquaculture enterprises.\n\nEIDLs are for working capital needs caused by the disaster and are available even if the business or PNP did not suffer any physical damage.\n\nThey may be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable, and other bills not paid due to the disaster.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://crane.house.gov/2025/10/27/rep-crane-applauds-northern-arizona-university-for-addressing-national-security-concerns/", "Rep. Crane Applauds\u00a0Northern Arizona University for Addressing National Security Concerns", "2025-10-27", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Elijah Crane", "C001132", "crane.house.gov", "crane", "https://crane.house.gov/media/", "scraper", "Last month, a congressional report released by the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party and the House Committee on Education and the Workforce flagged Northern Arizona University\u2019s (NAU) partnership with Chongqing University of Posts and Telecommunications (CQUPT) as a potential national security concern.\n\nRep. Eli Crane (R-AZ), who serves on the House Committee on Homeland Security, followed up on the report by sending a letter to NAU urging the institution to review and terminate its partnership with CQUPT.\n\nThe report concluded that many joint programs between American and Chinese institutions have been used by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) to advance military and technological objectives, recommending that these partnerships be terminated immediately.\n\nFollowing an extensive review, NAU has made the decision to discontinue its 3+1 dual-degree program in Electrical Engineering with CQUPT. NAU also halted student recruitment, initiated a structured wind-down of the program, and entered contract termination discussions with full withdrawal expected within 90 days.\n\n\u201cI applaud Northern Arizona University\u2019s leadership in reviewing its international partnerships and ensuring that its programs align with national security initiatives,\u201d said Rep. Crane. \u201cNAU\u2019s actions reflect a responsible approach to protecting students, faculty, and the integrity of U.S. research and education. We greatly appreciate their commitment to these shared values, as well as all they do for Northern Arizona.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://crane.house.gov/2025/10/23/icymi-the-war-horse-highlights-rep-cranes-ndaa-amendment-to-reform-the-titling-process/", "ICYMI \u2013 The War Horse Highlights Rep. Crane\u2019s NDAA Amendment to Reform the Titling Process", "2025-10-23", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Elijah Crane", "C001132", "crane.house.gov", "crane", "https://crane.house.gov/media/", "scraper", "Last month, four amendments introduced by Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) were successfully included in the House-passed version of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Each amendment received unanimous support.\n\nThese amendments address several key areas:\n\nStudying toxic exposure risks for DoD civilians deployed with U.S. troops\n\nEncouraging academic credit for special forces medics pursuing medical degrees\n\nAuthorizing intelligence sharing with Afghan allies resisting the Taliban\n\nReforming the military\u2019s flawed titling process\n\nRegarding titling, Rep. Crane\u2019s amendment takes steps to address a longstanding issue affecting service members. Since 1992, the standard for titling has dropped from \u201cprobable cause\u201d to merely \u201ccredible information,\u201d leading to the wrongful inclusion of individuals in investigative records.\n\nThis flawed process can result in career-altering consequences for military personnel, including difficulties with promotions, security clearances, employment opportunities, and Second Amendment rights.\n\nTo resolve this, Rep. Crane\u2019s amendment would automatically expunge titling records ten years after separation from service, unless there is a conviction or pending trial. He views this measure as a critical first step in safeguarding the livelihoods of America\u2019s veterans.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://biggs.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-biggs-introduces-legislation-requiring-dhs-publicize-final-orders", "Congressman Biggs Introduces Legislation Requiring DHS to Publicize Final Orders of Deportation", "2025-10-22", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Andy Biggs", "B001302", "biggs.house.gov", "biggs", "https://biggs.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Congressman Andy Biggs (R-AZ) introduced the Deportation Disclosure Act. The bill would require the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to make public the name, photograph, aliases, and last known state of residence for all illegal aliens with final removal orders from the United States.\n\nIn September, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested Guyana national Ian Roberts, who was serving as Des Moines Public Schools superintendent despite having a final order of deportation. Roberts, an illegal alien with an extensive criminal history, falsely claimed U.S. citizenship and American work authorization to gain employment. The Des Moines School Board\u2019s failure to use E-Verify allowed his ineligibility to go unnoticed. Congressman Biggs\u2019s legislation will increase transparency and accountability to the United States\u2019 immigration enforcement and removal processes, ensuring such a situation will never happen again.\n\n\u201cPresident Trump\u2019s Administration is working tirelessly to undo the chaos caused by the radical Biden-Harris-Mayorkas regime\u2019s reckless border policies,\u201d said Congressman Biggs.\n\n\u201cAt the end 2024, more than a million illegal aliens, including Ian Roberts, had final orders of removal against them, but were roaming freely in the United States. Instead of enforcing our immigration laws and deporting illegal aliens who had due process in our immigration courts, the Biden administration focused on making it as easy as possible for illegal aliens of any and every criminal background to enter and stay in our nation. Making final orders of removal readily accessible to the public will only increase public safety and ensure incidents like this one don\u2019t happen again.\u201d\n\n\"The Deportation Disclosure Act would bring much-needed transparency and accountability to our immigration enforcement process. By making final orders of removal accessible, this bill would empower communities and law enforcement, ensuring that individuals who have already received due process in our courts cannot hide in plain sight,\u201d said Grant Newman, Director of Government Relations at Immigration Accountability Project.\n\nFox News covered the legislation here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://crane.house.gov/2025/10/22/rep-crane-leads-bipartisan-coalition-to-request-upgraded-water-infrastructure-for-page-and-nearby-communities/", "Rep. Crane Leads Bipartisan Coalition to Request Upgraded Water Infrastructure for Page and Nearby Communities", "2025-10-22", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Elijah Crane", "C001132", "crane.house.gov", "crane", "https://crane.house.gov/media/", "scraper", "Yesterday, Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) issued a bipartisan letter to National Park Service Acting Director Jessica Bowron. The letter urges approval of $28.36 million in funding under the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA) to rebuild and rehabilitate critical water infrastructure managed by Page Utility Enterprises (PUE).\n\nReps. Andy Biggs (R-AZ), Paul Gosar (R-AZ), and Greg Stanton (D-AZ) cosigned the letter, which seeks to secure reliable water access for Page, nearby Navajo Nation communities, and the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.\n\nThe current system is over 60 years old, undersized, and at risk of failure. The 12-inch intake pipeline that runs through Glen Canyon Dam cannot meet peak seasonal demands and is vulnerable to declining water levels in Lake Powell. If water levels fall below the intake pipe, PUE may be unable to deliver water to its customers.\n\nAdditionally, the Dragon Bravo and White Sage fires have burned thousands of acres in northern Arizona, including critical infrastructure. Combined with longstanding drought conditions, the region now faces immense pressure to find a long-term solution.\n\nIn 2020, the passage of the GAOA allocated up to $1.3 billion annually for five years to modernize infrastructure and expand recreation access across national parks and public lands. Although the program has reached its initial five-year funding period, the representatives believe this project meets GAOA\u2019s goals and merits serious consideration should funds remain available or the program be reauthorized.\n\nIf approved, the project would include:\n\nA new water intake and pump station on the south side of Lake Powell\n\nA new 18-inch pipeline to replace the aging infrastructure\n\nIncreased water delivery capacity from 3.3 million gallons/day (mgd) to 6.6 mgd", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/ciscomani-house-republicans-call-fiscally-responsible-healthcare-reforms-not", "Ciscomani, House Republicans Call for Fiscally Responsible Healthcare Reforms, Not Political Games", "2025-10-21", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) joined a group of House Republicans in sending a letter to Speaker Mike Johnson supporting his stance that Democrats are solely responsible for the ongoing federal government shutdown. The letter underscores that Senate Democrats have chosen to block responsible funding bills and hold essential government operations hostage to push unrelated partisan demands. These 13 House Republicans reaffirmed that Congress\u2019s first duty is to keep the government working for the American people - not to use shutdowns as leverage for political gain - and that responsible reforms, such as with healthcare, must move forward on its own merits, through regular order, as soon as the Democrat-caused federal government shutdown ends.\n\nAlongside Rep. Van Drew (NJ-02), Ciscomani joined Representatives Valadao (CA-22), Lawler (NY-17), Kiggans (VA-02), Gimenez (FL-28), De La Cruz (TX-15), and Bresnahan (PA-08), Kean (NJ-07), Kim (CA-40), Mackenzie (PA-07), Fitzpatrick (PA-01), and Hurd (CO-03) in a letter sent today, October 21, 2025 \u2013 on day 21 of the Senate Democrat-led federal government shutdown.\n\n\u201cDemocrats are using the American people during a government shutdown as political leverage for unrelated policy changes they know have no chance at becoming law. Democrats created this healthcare cliff and now want to use the shutdown to force Republicans to bail them out of their own mess, on their own terms,\u201d said Ciscomani. \u201cI won\u2019t play that game. Re-open the federal government and we can discuss solutions, as we had been doing before they forced this shut down, to deliver real relief for working families without turning troops, border agents, or veterans into political bargaining chips.\u201d\n\nIn part, the members wrote:\n\n\u201cThat said, once the government is reopened, we must immediately turn our focus to the growing crisis of healthcare affordability and the looming expiration of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) premium tax credits. Millions of Americans are facing drastic premium increases due to short-sighted Democratic policymaking. While we did not create this crisis, we now have both the responsibility and the opportunity to solve it.\n\n\u201cAllowing these tax credits to lapse without a clear path forward is not an option. We must chart a conservative path that protects working families in our districts across the country who rely on these credits.\u201d\n\nThe letter makes clear that while reforms are needed to ensure families who currently rely on these credits for premium assistance aren\u2019t facing a fiscal cliff, reform also needs to be implemented to ensure the program is targeted to the people who need it most. Republicans should continue to show why the American people entrusted them to lead, and that will be even more apparent when we move forward with constructive solutions rather than the type of political brinkmanship used by Democrats.\n\nCiscomani, a cosponsor of the Bipartisan Premium Tax Credit Extension Act (H.R. 5145) \u2014 legislation that protects families, seniors, and small business owners from health insurance premium increases \u2014 reiterated that Republicans can lower costs and stabilize the healthcare market without threatening paychecks or services for frontline workers.\n\n\u201cHealthcare costs are crushing Arizona families,\u201d Ciscomani continued. \u201cI\u2019m focused on delivering reforms that protect taxpayers, protect families, and lower costs the right way, not through shutdown standoffs that only hurt the very people we were elected to represent.\u201d\n\nThe full letter can be found HERE.\n\nYou may also click HERE to read a Fox News article on the letter.\n\nRanked as the most effective member of Arizona\u2019s congressional delegation, Ciscomani reaffirmed his commitment to governing through solutions, not showdowns. Every time Congress has faced the choice between keeping the government open or playing politics to force a shutdown \u2014 under both Presidents Biden and Trump \u2014 Ciscomani has voted to keep the government open, ensure our troops are paid, protect essential services, and deliver for the people of Arizona\u2019s 6th congressional district.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://crane.house.gov/2025/10/21/rep-crane-and-sen-cruz-call-for-proof-of-citizenship-requirement-in-federal-elections/", "Rep. Crane and Sen. Cruz Call for Proof of Citizenship Requirement\u00a0in Federal Elections", "2025-10-21", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Elijah Crane", "C001132", "crane.house.gov", "crane", "https://crane.house.gov/media/", "scraper", "Yesterday, Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) and Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) issued a letter endorsing a petition aimed at strengthening voter registration standards.\n\nThe petition urges the Election Assistance Commission (EAC) to amend its regulations and the National Mail Voter Registration Form to require documentary proof of U.S. citizenship for federal voter registration.\n\nCurrently, the federal form relies solely on self-attestation, which allows applicants to check a box under penalty of perjury. As a result, the system lacks meaningful safeguards against ineligible registrations.\n\nIf adopted, the proposed reforms would require proof of citizenship at the point of registration, resulting in a more secure and trustworthy process.\n\nCosigners include Reps. Andy Biggs (R-AZ), Byron Donalds (R-FL), Pat Fallon (R-TX), Andy Harris (R-MD), Clay Higgins (R-LA), Ronny Jackson (R-TX), Mary Miller (R-IL), Barry Moore (R-AL), Riley Moore (R-WV), Derek Schmidt (R-KS), and Greg Steube (R-FL), as well as Sens. Jim Banks (R-IN), Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), Ted Budd (R-NC), John Cornyn (R-TX), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS), Roger Marshall (R-KS), and Bernie Moreno (R-OH).\n\n\u201cI\u2019m proud to support this effort to strengthen our election system. In our constitutional republic, only American citizens should be able to vote, and requiring proof of citizenship at registration is a commonsense safeguard,\u201d said Rep. Crane. \u201cConsidering we already show ID to drive, fly, or open a bank account, this is not a novel concept. It\u2019s simply a necessary step to ensure the integrity of our elections.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://biggs.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-biggs-introduces-resolution-condemning-united-nations-attempt", "Congressman Biggs Introduces Resolution Condemning the United Nations\u2019 Attempt to Impose Global Shipping Tax", "2025-10-17", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Andy Biggs", "B001302", "biggs.house.gov", "biggs", "https://biggs.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Congressman Andy Biggs (R-AZ) introduced a resolution condemning the United Nations (UN) and International Maritime Organization (IMO) for proposing a global tax on shipping emissions. The UN-backed \u201cNet-Zero Framework\u201d under consideration by the IMO would impose a global tax or levy on maritime shipping emissions and funnel the proceeds into a centralized international fund. This proposal would undermine American sovereignty, raise costs on U.S. consumers, and empower unaccountable international bureaucrats to dictate American trade policy.\n\nCongressman Biggs\u2019s resolution:\n\nCondemns the proposed global carbon tax as illegitimate and harmful to national sovereignty;\n\nOpposes any international attempts to impose global taxes, tariffs, or levies on U.S. companies or consumers;\n\nCalls on the President to direct U.S. representatives at the IMO to vote against and oppose any such tax;\n\nAffirms that no American-flagged vessel or company may be taxed by an international body without congressional consent;\n\nUrges reciprocal U.S. action, including tariffs or restrictions, against nations that enforce or benefit from such a tax; and\n\nReaffirms America\u2019s commitment to free enterprise, energy independence, and the protection of U.S. industries from global overreach.\n\n\u201cThe corrupt, globalist United Nations has no authority to tax the American people or our industries,\u201d said Congressman Biggs.\n\n\u201cThis proposal is an outrageous attempt by unelected elites to impose economic burdens on sovereign nations under the guise of climate policy. President Trump\u2019s America First policies put the prosperity and independence of our nation above globalist agendas, and Congress must make clear that the United States will never surrender its sovereignty to unelected multinational institutions. We will always defend our right to self-governance.\u201d\n\nCosponsors of the resolution include: Rep. Andy Ogles (R-TN) and Rep. Michael Cloud (R-TX).\n\nBreitbart covered the resolution here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://crane.house.gov/2025/10/16/update-sba-extends-in-person-meeting-hours-in-gila-county-following-severe-flooding/", "UPDATE \u2013 SBA Extends In-Person Meeting Hours in Gila County Following Severe Flooding", "2025-10-16", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Elijah Crane", "C001132", "crane.house.gov", "crane", "https://crane.house.gov/media/", "scraper", "On Friday, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low-interest federal disaster loans for eligible businesses, nonprofit organizations, residents, and tribal nations that sustained economic losses due to the severe flooding in Gila County.\n\nThrough this declaration, the SBA is offering Business Physical Disaster Loans, Home and Personal Property Loans, and Economic Injury Disaster Loans.\n\nThe Arizona counties of Coconino, Gila, Graham, Maricopa, Navajo, Pinal, and Yavapai are included.\n\nCurrently, SBA customer service representatives are on hand at the Globe-Miami Chamber of Commerce at 1360 N. Broad St., Globe, AZ 85501. They are available Monday through Friday and recently updated their hours from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m MST. To schedule an in-person appointment in advance, please click here.\n\nTo apply online for loans offered by the SBA, please click here, call the SBA\u2019s Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955, or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov. The deadline to return physical damage applications is December 9, 2025, and the deadline to return economic injury applications is July 10, 2026.\n\nIf you or someone you know was impacted by the recent floods, please see the following information released by the SBA regarding available loans.\n\nPhysical Disaster Loans:\n\nBusinesses and nonprofits are eligible to apply for business physical disaster loans and may borrow up to $2 million to repair or replace disaster-damaged or destroyed real estate, machinery and equipment, inventory, and other business assets.\n\nHome and Personal Property Loans:\n\nHomeowners and renters are eligible to apply for home and personal property loans and may borrow up to $100,000 to replace or repair personal property, such as clothing, furniture, cars, and appliances.\n\nHomeowners may apply for up to $500,000 to replace or repair their primary residence.\n\nApplicants may be eligible for a loan increase of up to 20% of their physical damage, as verified by the SBA, for mitigation purposes.\n\nEligible mitigation improvements include insulating pipes, walls and attics, weather stripping doors and windows, and installing storm windows to help protect property and occupants from future disasters.\n\nEconomic Injury Disaster Loans:\n\nThe SBA\u2019s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program is available to eligible small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, nurseries and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations including faith-based organizations impacted by financial losses directly related to this disaster.\n\nThe SBA is unable to provide disaster loans to agricultural producers, farmers, or ranchers, except for aquaculture enterprises.\n\nEIDLs are for working capital needs caused by the disaster and are available even if the business or PNP did not suffer any physical damage.\n\nThey may be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable, and other bills not paid due to the disaster.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://crane.house.gov/2025/10/15/icymi-arizonas-family-highlights-rep-cranes-bill-to-fast-track-grand-canyon-recovery/", "ICYMI \u2013 Arizona\u2019s Family Highlights Rep. Crane\u2019s Bill to Fast-Track Grand Canyon Recovery", "2025-10-15", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Elijah Crane", "C001132", "crane.house.gov", "crane", "https://crane.house.gov/media/", "scraper", "On Friday, Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) introduced North Rim Restoration Act of 2025, which would expedite the rebuild of the North Rim of the Grand Canyon by streamlining the federal contracting process.\n\nCurrently, the legislation is cosponsored by Reps. Andy Biggs (R-AZ), Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ), Paul Gosar (R-AZ), Abe Hamadeh (R-AZ), Doug LaMalfa (R-CA), Celeste Maloy (R-UT), and Tom Tiffany (R-WI). Additionally, the Coconino County Board of Supervisors supports this bill.\n\nThe following article was released by Arizona\u2019s Family on October 9, 2025:\n\nA bill announced Thursday by an Arizona congressman could help expedite the rebuilding of Grand Canyon\u2019s North Rim infrastructure destroyed in the Dragon Bravo Fire.\n\nRep. Eli Crane, a Republican who represents much of northern Arizona, announced that he is introducing the North Rim Restoration Act of 2025, which would expedite the rebuild of the North Rim of the Grand Canyon by streamlining the federal contracting process.\n\nThe proposed bill would grant the National Park Service (NPS) emergency contracting authority to bypass standard delays and accelerate the renewal, according to a statement from Rep. Crane\u2019s office.\n\nThe legislation covers all fire-related recovery efforts, including forest management, maintenance, rebuilding, and infrastructure improvements. It would also require the NPS to submit a full-scoping report to Congress every 180 days.\n\nLightning sparked the Dragon Bravo Fire on the evening of July 4, which continued to grow larger and eventually grew to approximately 145,000 acres, making it the seventh-largest wildfire in Arizona history.\n\nThe fire severely damaged or destroyed 106 buildings, including the historic Grand Canyon Lodge, according to a report issued in early September. Approximately 1,000 feet of the 3,300-foot water pipeline was also damaged before it was officially announced to be 100% contained on Sept. 29.\n\nWhile the North Rim remains partially closed due to the damage, Rep. Crane said it brings an \u201copportunity to rebuild stronger and better than before.\u201d\n\n\u201cWhile the Dragon Bravo Fire dealt a setback for Northern Arizona, we won\u2019t let this tragedy define our future. We have an opportunity to rebuild stronger and better than before, and we can\u2019t let unnecessary regulations get in the way,\u201d said Rep. Crane. \u201cThis legislation paves the way for an efficient recovery, and I\u2019m grateful for the bipartisan support on this approach. I also want to thank our heroic firefighters and first responders who brought the fire to full containment, as well as the local leaders in Coconino County who are committed to restoring this treasured place.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://crane.house.gov/2025/10/14/icymi-sba-offers-relief-to-arizonans-impacted-by-devastating-floods-in-gila-county/", "ICYMI \u2013 SBA Offers Relief to Arizonans Impacted by Devastating Floods in Gila County", "2025-10-14", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Elijah Crane", "C001132", "crane.house.gov", "crane", "https://crane.house.gov/media/", "scraper", "On Friday, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low-interest federal disaster loans for eligible businesses, nonprofit organizations, residents, and tribal nations that sustained economic losses due to the severe flooding in Gila County.\n\nThrough this declaration, the SBA is offering Business Physical Disaster Loans, Home and Personal Property Loans, and Economic Injury Disaster Loans.\n\nThe Arizona counties of Coconino, Gila, Graham, Maricopa, Navajo, Pinal, and Yavapai are included.\n\nBeginning today, SBA customer service representatives will be on hand at the Globe-Miami Chamber of Commerce at 1360 N. Broad St., Globe, AZ 85501. They will be available Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m MST. To schedule an in-person appointment in advance, please click here.\n\nTo apply online for loans offered by the SBA, please click here, call the SBA\u2019s Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955, or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov. The deadline to return physical damage applications is December 9, 2025, and the deadline to return economic injury applications is July 10, 2026.\n\nIf you or someone you know was impacted by the recent floods, please see the following information released by the SBA regarding available loans.\n\nPhysical Disaster Loans:\n\nBusinesses and nonprofits are eligible to apply for business physical disaster loans and may borrow up to $2 million to repair or replace disaster-damaged or destroyed real estate, machinery and equipment, inventory, and other business assets.\n\nHome and Personal Property Loans:\n\nHomeowners and renters are eligible to apply for home and personal property loans and may borrow up to $100,000 to replace or repair personal property, such as clothing, furniture, cars, and appliances.\n\nHomeowners may apply for up to $500,000 to replace or repair their primary residence.\n\nApplicants may be eligible for a loan increase of up to 20% of their physical damage, as verified by the SBA, for mitigation purposes.\n\nEligible mitigation improvements include insulating pipes, walls and attics, weather stripping doors and windows, and installing storm windows to help protect property and occupants from future disasters.\n\nEconomic Injury Disaster Loans:\n\nThe SBA\u2019s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program is available to eligible small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, nurseries and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations including faith-based organizations impacted by financial losses directly related to this disaster.\n\nThe SBA is unable to provide disaster loans to agricultural producers, farmers, or ranchers, except for aquaculture enterprises.\n\nEIDLs are for working capital needs caused by the disaster and are available even if the business or PNP did not suffer any physical damage.\n\nThey may be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable, and other bills not paid due to the disaster.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://crane.house.gov/2025/10/11/sba-offers-relief-to-arizonans-impacted-by-devastating-floods-in-gila-county/", "SBA Offers Relief to Arizonans Impacted by Devastating Floods in Gila County", "2025-10-11", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Elijah Crane", "C001132", "crane.house.gov", "crane", "https://crane.house.gov/media/", "scraper", "Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low-interest federal disaster loans for eligible businesses, nonprofit organizations, residents, and tribal nations that sustained economic losses due to the severe flooding in Gila County.\n\nThrough this declaration, the SBA is offering Business Physical Disaster Loans, Home and Personal Property Loans, and Economic Injury Disaster Loans.\n\nFor more information from the SBA, please click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://crane.house.gov/2025/10/09/rep-crane-announces-legislation-to-fast-track-rebuild-of-grand-canyons-north-rim/", "Rep. Crane Announces Legislation to Fast-Track\u00a0Rebuild of Grand Canyon\u2019s North Rim", "2025-10-09", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Elijah Crane", "C001132", "crane.house.gov", "crane", "https://crane.house.gov/media/", "scraper", "Today, Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) announced that he is introducing the North Rim Restoration Act of 2025, which would expedite the rebuild of the North Rim of the Grand Canyon by streamlining the federal contracting process.\n\nDue to the devastating Dragon Bravo Fire, much of the region\u2019s infrastructure was destroyed, including the iconic Grand Canyon Lodge. As a result, the North Rim remains partially closed, causing hardship for park staff, gateway communities, and residents.\n\nIn addition to creating lifelong memories for generations of visitors, the Grand Canyon stands as a marquee destination that drives vital economic growth. As one of the seven natural wonders of the world, Rep. Crane recognizes the urgency of rebuilding and restoring Arizona\u2019s crown jewel.\n\nTo ensure efficiency, Rep. Crane seeks to eliminate bureaucratic hurdles and cut obstructive red tape. Specifically, his bill would grant the National Park Service (NPS) emergency contracting authority to bypass standard delays and accelerate the renewal.\n\nThe legislation covers all fire-related recovery efforts, including forest management, maintenance, rebuilding, and infrastructure improvements. It also ensures that the NPS submits a full-scoping report to Congress every 180 days to maximize transparency and accountability.\n\nGiven the significant backlog in the federal contracting process, Rep. Crane\u2019s bill is essential to avoid a prolonged and burdensome rebuild.\n\nAs of today, the North Rim Restoration Act of 2025 is cosponsored by Rep. Andy Biggs (R-AZ), Rep. Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ), and Rep. Abe Hamadeh (R-AZ), along with key members of the House Committee on Natural Resources, including Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations Chairman Paul Gosar (R-AZ) and Subcommittee on Federal Lands Chairman Tom Tiffany (R-WI). Congressional Western Caucus Chairman Doug LaMalfa (R-CA) and Rep. Celeste Maloy (R-UT) are also original cosponsors.\n\n\u201cWhile the Dragon Bravo Fire dealt a setback for Northern Arizona, we won\u2019t let this tragedy define our future. We have an opportunity to rebuild stronger and better than before, and we can\u2019t let unnecessary regulations get in the way,\u201d said Rep. Crane. \u201cThis legislation paves the way for an efficient recovery, and I\u2019m grateful for the bipartisan support on this approach. I also want to thank our heroic firefighters and first responders who brought the fire to full containment, as well as the local leaders in Coconino County who are committed to restoring this treasured place.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://biggs.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-biggs-urges-doj-end-federal-overreach-against-maricopa-county", "Congressman Biggs Urges DOJ to End Federal Overreach Against Maricopa County Sheriff\u2019s Office", "2025-10-07", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Andy Biggs", "B001302", "biggs.house.gov", "biggs", "https://biggs.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Congressman Andy Biggs (R-AZ) sent a letter to United States Attorney General Pam Bondi urging her Department of Justice to resolve a 2013 lawsuit that has resulted in more than a decade of federal oversight of the Maricopa County Sheriff\u2019s Office (MCSO). This government overreach has cost Arizona taxpayers hundreds of millions of dollars and continues despite near-total compliance with the original court order.\n\nIn 2013, a federal court placed MCSO under a court-ordered monitor to oversee policing reforms. Since then, three sheriffs have implemented policy changes, training, and reporting requirements to meet federal standards. Even with near-total compliance, the federal monitor has piled on new demands that go far beyond the original ruling.\n\nTaxpayers have been saddled with nearly $350 million in costs, including more than $34 million paid directly to the DOJ-appointed monitor and his firm. This continued federal intervention has worsened deputy attrition and recruitment challenges, straining MCSO\u2019s ability to keep Maricopa County safe.\n\n\u201cFor over a decade, a costly federal monitor has hamstrung the Maricopa County Sheriff\u2019s Office through administrative overreach and constant federal interference,\u201d said Congressman Biggs.\n\n\u201cMCSO has worked tirelessly to comply with the court-ordered reforms, and it\u2019s clear that the original goals of the oversight have been met. The continued monitoring, along with the growing costs associated with it, serves no legitimate purpose for the people of Maricopa County.\n\n\u201cI urge AG Bondi to bring this matter to a close and allow local law enforcement to move forward without unnecessary federal involvement.\u201d\n\nMaricopa County Supervisor Mark Stewart expressed his views on the federal oversight of the Sheriff\u2019s Office, stating: \u201cIt\u2019s time we wrap up this decade-long oversight. I want to thank Judge Snow for his invaluable guidance and hopefully for ending this costly oversight. The dedicated men and women of the Maricopa County Sheriff\u2019s Office deserve to be recognized as the top-tier law enforcement organization they are. Taxpayers rightly expect their hard-earned dollars to go toward keeping our communities safe and investing in law enforcement.\u201d\n\n\u201cMaricopa County\u2019s been under a court monitor for more than ten years\u2014it\u2019s not making anyone safer, it\u2019s just wasting money and time. The Sheriff\u2019s Office is doing the job right, but the goal posts keep moving and the scope keeps expanding\u2014it\u2019s totally unfair, and it\u2019s time to end it once and for all,\u201d said Maricopa County Supervisor Debbie Lesko.\n\n\u201cThe people of Maricopa County deserve results, not endless federal micromanagement that drains taxpayer dollars,\u201d said Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell. \u201cOver $350 million has been spent on court-ordered oversight of the Sheriff\u2019s Office, with little to show for it except bureaucracy and frustration. That money could have gone toward putting more deputies on the street and strengthening public safety in our neighborhoods. I applaud Congressman Andy Biggs for leading this fight in Washington and standing up for local control and fiscal responsibility.\u201d\n\nCongressman Biggs\u2019s letter may be read here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/ciscomani-calls-cms-ensure-governor-hobbs-doesnt-shortchange-arizonas-rural", "Ciscomani Calls on CMS to Ensure Governor Hobbs Doesn\u2019t Shortchange Arizona\u2019s Rural Communities", "2025-10-07", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Rep. Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) joined Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) on a letter to Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Administrator Mehmet Oz advocating for fair distribution of funds from the Rural Health Transformation Fund to states with Democrat governors. The Rural Transformation Fund is the largest ever investment in rural hospitals and was signed into law as part of the H.R. 1, the Working Families Tax Cut Act.\n\nWhile House Republicans are fighting to ensure rural communities receive the resources they were promised, Senate Democrats including Senators Mark Kelly (D-AZ) and Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) are holding the federal government shut down and demanding the repeal of this rural hospital fund as part of their partisan wish-list.\n\nCiscomani and Newhouse were additionally joined by Reps. Michael Baumgartner (R-WA), David Valadao (R-CA), Doug LaMalfa (R-CA), Jay Obernolte (R-CA), Pete Stauber (R-MN), Brad Finstad (R-MN), Michelle Fischbach (R-MN), and Gabe Evans (R-CO) in penning the letter.\n\n\"As Republican Members of Congress from states with a Democrat Governor, we believe it is imperative that the program be implemented fairly so that funding is allocated specifically to rural healthcare providers, rather than diverted to urban centers that do not face the same challenges,\" the Members wrote. \"During the approval process of state applications, we urge HHS and CMS to ensure funds are distributed to rural communities with the greatest need, making rural America healthy again regardless of political affiliation.\"\n\n\u201cRural hospitals are the backbone of communities like Benson and Willcox, providing care that families simply cannot go without. But the financial challenges we face are real, and future shortfalls could threaten our viability,\u201d Julia Strange, Vice President, External Affairs, TMC Health, Southern Arizona said. \u201cThe Rural Transformation Fund is critical to ensuring we not only survive, but also innovate and transform to meet the needs of today and tomorrow. These funds are a start to protecting access to vital healthcare services and supporting a stronger future for rural Arizona.\u201d\n\nThe Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program was established by H.R. 1, The Working Families Tax Cut Act, and provides $10 billion per year over five years to empower states to strengthen and improve health care access in rural communities across America.\n\n\u00b7 50 percent of the funding will be distributed equally amongst all approved states.\n\n\u00b7 50 percent will be allocated by CMS based on a variety of factors including rural population, the proportion of rural health facilities in the state, the situation of certain hospitals in the state, and other factors specified by CMS in the NOFO.\n\nAccording to CMS, states must use RHT Program funds for three or more of the approved uses of funds:\n\n\u00b7 Promoting evidence-based, measurable interventions to improve prevention and chronic disease management.\n\n\u00b7 Providing payments to health care providers for the provision of health care items or services, as specified by the Administrator.\n\n\u00b7 Promoting consumer-facing, technology-driven solutions for the prevention and management of chronic diseases.\n\n\u00b7 Providing training and technical assistance for the development and adoption of technology-enabled solutions that improve care delivery in rural hospitals, including remote monitoring, robotics, artificial intelligence, and other advanced technologies.\n\n\u00b7 Recruiting and retaining clinical workforce talent to rural areas, with commitments to serve rural communities for a minimum of 5 years.\n\n\u00b7 Providing technical assistance, software, and hardware for significant information technology advances designed to improve efficiency, enhance cybersecurity capability development, and improve patient health outcomes.\n\n\u00b7 Assisting rural communities to right size their health care delivery systems by identifying needed preventative, ambulatory, pre-hospital, emergency, acute inpatient care, outpatient care, and post-acute care service lines.\n\n\u00b7 Supporting access to opioid use disorder treatment services (as defined in section 1861(jjj) (1)), other substance use disorder treatment services, and mental health services.\n\n\u00b7 Developing projects that support innovative models of care that include value-based care arrangements and alternative payment models, as appropriate.\n\n\u00b7 Additional uses designed to promote sustainable access to high quality rural health care services, as determined by the Administrator.\n\nSee the full letter here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/ciscomani-leads-letter-arizona-senators-kelly-and-gallego-urging-them-end", "Ciscomani Leads Letter to Arizona Senators Kelly and Gallego Urging them to End Shutdown and Support Arizonans", "2025-10-06", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "TUCSON \u2013 Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) led fellow members of Arizona\u2019s Republican House delegation in sending a letter on day six of the federal government shutdown to Arizona Senators Mark Kelly (D-AZ) and Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) urging them to vote YES on a clean, seven-week continuing resolution (CR) that would reopen the federal government. Today, the Senate is scheduled to vote on the legislation.\n\nEvery Arizona Republican voted in support of H.R. 5371, the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2026. The bill is a straightforward, nonpartisan extension of current funding level. Such legislation has been routinely adopted in previous years \u2013 under both Republican and Democratic administrations.\n\nIn part, the delegation wrote in the letter: \u201cOur goal in passing this bill was quite simple: keep the government open and functioning for all those who depend on it for a paycheck, and the critical services that our federal government provides.\u201d\n\nThe letter cites the wide-ranging impacts of the shutdown across Arizona, including for:\n\n\u00b7 Ten military installations\n\n\u00b7 Over 34,000 federal civilian employees\n\n\u00b7 Approximately 20,000 active-duty service members\n\n\u00b7 More than 450,000 veterans\n\n\u00b7 Thousands of Arizona families relying on WIC, small business loans, and essential federal services\n\nThey concluded saying: \u201cThis shutdown was not necessary \u2013 but its already happened. Now is the time to do the right thing and vote to reopen our government. We have a duty as elected officials to ensure the people come before politics and thus, we urge you to join us for the good of all our constituents and put Arizonans first.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://crane.house.gov/2025/10/06/rep-crane-calls-on-senators-mark-kelly-and-ruben-gallego-to-vote-for-house-passed-funding-extension/", "Rep. Crane Calls on Senators Mark Kelly and Ruben Gallego to Vote for House-passed Funding Extension", "2025-10-06", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Elijah Crane", "C001132", "crane.house.gov", "crane", "https://crane.house.gov/media/", "scraper", "Today, Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) joined all Republican members of Arizona\u2019s congressional delegation in signing a letter urging Senators Mark Kelly (D-AZ) and Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) to vote for the House-passed government funding extension.\n\nBackground:\n\nOn September 19, the House of Representatives passed a bill to maintain government funding at current levels through November 21, 2025. As of now, only two Democrats and one Independent support this legislation in the U.S. Senate, meaning the government will remain shut down until five more senators back the measure.\n\nSummary:\n\nGiven that Arizona Senators Mark Kelly and Ruben Gallego are among the Democrats who have repeatedly blocked the resolution, Rep. Crane believes they should vote to reopen the federal government.\n\nAlongside his fellow Arizona Republicans, the delegation urged Senators Kelly and Gallego to support the funding bill.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://crane.house.gov/2025/10/06/rep-crane-meets-with-local-leaders-following-severe-flooding-in-gila-county/", "Rep. Crane Meets With Local Leaders Following Severe Flooding in Gila County", "2025-10-06", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Elijah Crane", "C001132", "crane.house.gov", "crane", "https://crane.house.gov/media/", "scraper", "On Friday, Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) visited Globe and Miami, Arizona, to meet with local leaders in the aftermath of last weekend\u2019s devastating floods.\n\nCurrently, communities in Gila County are dealing with widespread destruction of homes, businesses, and infrastructure.\n\nSince the disaster, Rep. Crane and his team have been working with local, state, and federal officials on response efforts. He fully supports all avenues of assistance, including requests to agencies such as the Small Business Administration, Department of Agriculture, FEMA, and the Federal Highway Administration.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://crane.house.gov/2025/10/02/members-of-congress-should-not-be-paid-during-government-shutdowns-do-you-agree/", "Members of Congress Should Not Be Paid During Government Shutdowns. Do You Agree?", "2025-10-02", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Elijah Crane", "C001132", "crane.house.gov", "crane", "https://crane.house.gov/media/", "scraper", "As many of you are aware, the federal government officially entered a shutdown yesterday. While the House of Representatives passed a funding extension through November 21, 2025, the measure still requires 60 votes in the U.S. Senate before heading to the President\u2019s desk.\n\nUnfortunately, only two Democrats and one Independent currently support this effort, meaning the government will remain shut down until five more Democrats vote in favor of the bill.\n\nIn the meantime, Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) has requested that his pay be withheld for the duration of the shutdown. He believes it is inappropriate to receive a salary while many Americans are furloughed or facing delayed paychecks.\n\nFurthermore, Rep. Crane has cosponsored a constitutional amendment introduced by Rep. Ralph Norman (R-SC), which would prohibit lawmakers from receiving pay during government shutdowns. It would also preclude Members of Congress from receiving any back pay afterward.\n\nAlthough many federal agencies will face disruptions during this period, Rep. Crane\u2019s offices will remain fully operational. If you are in need of assistance with casework, please call the Prescott district office at (928) 286-5338 or click here. We\u2019re here to help and answer any questions you may have.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/ciscomani-releases-statement-after-government-shutdown", "Ciscomani Releases Statement After Government Shutdown", "2025-10-01", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) released the following statement after Senate Democrats failed to pass a clean, continuing resolution (CR) (H.R. 5371, the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2026) that resulted in a government shutdown beginning on October 1, 2025.\n\n\u201cA government shutdown impacts real people, real jobs, and real kitchen tables across the nation - but especially in Arizona\u2019s sixth congressional district. In our district, it harms members of the Armed Forces, CBP Agents, air traffic controllers, seniors, veterans, and so many more,\u201d Congressman Ciscomani said. \u201cI have voted and passed SIX continuing resolutions under both Presidents Biden and Trump to avoid government shutdowns. As an appropriator, I know CRs are not ideal - but it prevents a shutdown of the federal government.\n\nRegardless of how my Democrat colleagues try to justify it, a vote against a CR is a vote to shut down the government. Period. I choose to govern, and Democrats choose politics. I voted based on what I stand for, not based on who sits in the White House. To both of our Arizona Senators, do better and put people before politics.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/ciscomani-responds-arizona-senators-refusal-miss-paycheck-during-shutdown", "Ciscomani Responds to Arizona Senator\u2019s Refusal To Miss Paycheck During Shutdown", "2025-10-01", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 U.S. Representative Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) signed a letter to the Chief Administrative Officer for the U.S. House of Representatives requesting his congressional salary be withheld until the entire federal government has been funded and the shutdown has ended.\n\nMeanwhile, U.S. Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ), who voted on the Senate Floor last night to shut the government down, said to NBC News he can't afford missing a paycheck: \u201cI\u2019m not wealthy, and I have three kids. I would basically be missing, you know, mortgage payments, rent payments, child support... So it\u2019s not feasible, not gonna happen.\u201d\n\n\u201cSenator Gallego should be ashamed of himself,\u201d said Ciscomani. \u201cWe represent thousands of federal government employees \u2013 men and women in our Armed Forces, the Border Patrol, air traffic controllers and many, many others. They, too, have mortgage payments, rent payments and child support. This shutdown isn\u2019t \u2018feasible\u2019 for them, either. Senator Gallego\u2019s response to this shutdown is an embarrassment. It's selfish. He should be leading by example, not thinking of himself.\u201d\n\nYou may click HERE to see Congressman Ciscomani\u2019s full letter to the CAO regarding his pay.\n\nYou may click HERE to see Congressman Ciscomani\u2019s response to Senator Gallego refusing to withhold his paycheck on X.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://crane.house.gov/2025/10/01/government-shutdown-guidance-and-resources-from-the-office-of-rep-eli-crane/", "Government Shutdown Guidance and Resources from the Office of Rep. Eli Crane", "2025-10-01", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Elijah Crane", "C001132", "crane.house.gov", "crane", "https://crane.house.gov/media/", "scraper", "At 12:01 a.m. today, the federal government officially entered a shutdown. Although the House of Representatives passed a plan to fund the government through November 21, 2025, Senate Democrats overwhelmingly blocked this approach. As a result, we remain at an impasse until at least 60 Senators agree to advance a funding bill to the President\u2019s desk.\n\nWhile many federal agencies will face disruptions during this period, Rep. Eli Crane\u2019s offices will remain fully operational. If you are in need of assistance with casework, please call the Prescott district office at (928) 286-5338 or click here. We\u2019re here to help and answer any questions you may have.\n\nFor your awareness, Social Security, FEMA disaster assistance personnel, and other essential services will still be operational during the shutdown. Other agencies are actively coordinating their plans until spending resumes.\n\nPlease visit the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) website for additional information.\n\nBackground:\n\nOn September 19, the House of Representatives passed a plan to extend government funding through November 21. In order for this measure to be signed into law, 60 Senators must agree to the framework.\n\nUnfortunately, nearly every Senate Democrat has voted against this funding plan, with only two Democrats and an Independent supporting the bill as of this afternoon. If only five more Democrats vote in favor of the package, the shutdown will end.\n\nServices That Will Continue:\n\nThe programs listed below will remain operational, but the agencies in charge of them will see workforce shortages until the shutdown is resolved. This is not a full list, but an overview of key services:\n\nMedicare and Medicaid benefits\n\nSocial Security payments, including SSI benefits\n\nVA medical care and benefits (some regional offices may close)\n\nDisability payments\n\nSNAP benefits (longer shutdown could cause disruptions)\n\nMail delivery\n\nFederal law enforcement and military operations\n\nFederal employee retirement payments\n\nAir travel\n\nStudent aid, including Pell Grants and Federal Direct Student Loans\n\nVisa and passport services (longer wait times expected)\n\nInformation for Federal Employees:\n\nFor the foreseeable future, many federal employees will be furloughed. Others will be required to work without pay, but they will receive back pay under federal law.\n\nBelow are helpful links with more information:\n\nOPM Operating Status\n\nOPM Shutdown Furlough Guidance\n\nThrift Savings Plan \u2013 Lapse in Appropriations\n\nFor specific details on individual agencies, visit the department\u2019s .gov site (ex: www.dhs.gov, www.va.gov) and check their HR or shutdown resource pages.\n\nRep. Crane\u2019s offices will continue to operate as usual for as long as this shutdown lasts. We will never stop working for the great people of AZ-02.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://biggs.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-biggs-urges-department-commerce-match-arizonas-commitment", "Congressman Biggs Urges Department of Commerce to Match Arizona\u2019s Commitment to Semiconductor Supply Chain", "2025-09-26", "2025", "2025-09", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Andy Biggs", "B001302", "biggs.house.gov", "biggs", "https://biggs.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "This week, Congressman Andy Biggs led a letter to U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick urging him to reaffirm Arizona as the site of the co-located National Semiconductor Technology Center (NSTC) Prototyping and National Advanced Packaging Manufacturing Program (NAPMP) Advanced Packaging Piloting Facility.\n\nArizona was selected for this cutting-edge facility in January, confirming Arizona\u2019s leadership in semiconductor development and manufacturing. The facility would be located at the Arizona State University (ASU) Research Park, creating a partnership where ASU\u2019s robust research programs would jumpstart development. In August, Commerce announced that National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) would take over management of NSTC and delayed advancement of the facility in Arizona.\n\n\u201cArizona is the ideal choice for the co-located prototyping and packaging facility. We have the fastest growing semiconductor ecosystem in the country and can support every aspect, from research to manufacturing, packaging, and workforce development. There have been billions of dollars of private investment put into the industry in Arizona, presenting a unique opportunity to leverage that investment and secure our nation\u2019s semiconductor future. Arizona is committed to building this critical supply chain. I look forward to NSTC\u2019s affirmation of Arizona as the home for the pilot facility,\u201d said Congressman Biggs.\n\n\u201cArizona State University has the resources and has done the groundwork to support this national lab which will be a critical piece of the semiconductor supply chain that serves the nation with research and development, manufacturing and workforce development,\u201d said ASU President Michael Crow. \u201cThis work is essential to U.S. economic stability, defense security, and it begins with building new expanded national hubs for advanced training and technology development.\u201d\n\nCongressmen Eli Crane (AZ-02), Paul Gosar (AZ-09), Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06), and Abe Hamadeh (AZ-08) also signed the letter.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:10:29Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/ciscomani-showcases-local-priorities-throughout-visits", "Ciscomani Showcases Local Priorities Throughout Visits", "2025-09-26", "2025", "2025-09", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "TUCSON \u2013 Rep. Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) spent the week attending a series of events listening to constituents, touring facilities and honoring victories.\n\nFirst, Ciscomani visited Shamrock Farms to see firsthand how this Arizona family business has grown from 20 cows in 1922 to over 10,000 today.\n\nIn 1967, Shamrock Farms became the number one dairy in Arizona, a title they held as they continued to grow throughout decades. In 2007, Shamrock Farms became the first and only local milk company to offer organic products to Arizona consumers. Now, they have a robust operation with more than 6,100 employees.\n\nFun fact: when Shamrock Farms started in the 1920s, a gallon of milk cost just 35 cents.\n\nNext, Ciscomani joined the Green Valley Sahuarita Chamber of Commerce and the U.S. Chamber to discuss the H.R. 1 Working Families Tax Cut Act and how making the 2017 tax cuts permanent supports small businesses, families, and workers in Southern Arizona.\n\nThese conversations help Congressman Ciscomani better fight for Southeastern Arizonans in Washington.\n\nCiscomani then attended the Rockin\u2019 4 Heroes Veteran Student Endowment at the University of Arizona \u2013 which was created to help veterans and/or Gold Star family members achieve their educational goals by providing financial aid beyond what the G.I. Bill provides. The Endowment provides support for academic and non-academic needs.\n\nCongressman Ciscomani was honored to present a certificate to Blaze Smith, who will be the first steward of this fund!\n\nTo wrap up the week, Congressman Ciscomani visited Action Behavior Centers (ABC) in northwest Pima County. ABC is the largest provider of Applied Behavior Analysis services in the country. In Arizona, ABC currently operates 45 centers, with plans to open five additional centers by the end of 2025. Currently, they serve over 1,000 patients and employ over 1,700 Arizonans.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:10:29Z"], ["https://schweikert.house.gov/2025/09/26/congress-votes-yay-on-rep-schweikerts-ndaa-amendments-2025/", "Congress Votes \u201cYay\u201d on Rep. Schweikert\u2019s NDAA Amendments to Enhance the Expansion of AI and Technology in the Department of Defense", "2025-09-26", "2025", "2025-09", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "David Schweikert", "S001183", "schweikert.house.gov", "schweikert", "https://schweikert.house.gov/category/congress_press_release/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Last Night, two amendments offered by Congressman David Schweikert (AZ-01) were adopted into the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026. Both provisions advance the integration and utilization of artificial intelligence (AI) into key Department of Defense (DoD) systems to reduce waste, increase transparency, and strengthen national security.\n\n\u201cThe Pentagon has failed every audit since 2018 and remains unauditable, despite operating with a nearly $900 billion discretionary budget,\u201d said Rep. Schweikert. \u201cArtificial intelligence can already track, list, and locate Department of Defense assets. It is time we put that technology to work.\u201d\n\nAmendment 620 directs the DoD to utilize AI during the auditing of its financial statements. The amendment builds on Rep. Schweikert\u2019s earlier legislation, H.R. 7603, which seeks to ensure the Department achieves a clean audit for the first time in its history.\n\nWhile Congress first mandated a comprehensive audit framework in 2010 with a statutory goal for audit readiness by 2017, DoD has yet to achieve a clean audit. In 2022, the DoD\u2019s failed audit cost taxpayers $900 million, with half spent on the audit itself and the other half on fixing the issues it revealed. This amendment reinforces the DoD\u2019s obligation to meet the clean audit deadline set in 2024 and gives the DoD the tools to get there.\n\nAmendment 621 requires the DoD to leverage AI in managing its weapons inventory systems, which has historically been inefficient and inaccurate. A 1990 GAO report found the DoD returned 8.5 percent of materials it had over procured between 1981 and 1984. Recent investigations by the Pentagon Office of Inspector General found that 67 percent of weapons systems in storage had critical care deficiencies, and nearly $1.3 billion worth of inventory was improperly stored.\n\nThe problem has only grown. GAO now estimates 58 percent of the Pentagon\u2019s material holdings are unnecessary. The Navy lost track of $3 billion in equipment over three years, and one facility had a 122,000-item backlog. The DoD\u2019s $600 billion inventory also failed to account for billions in Army communications gear, Navy aircraft engines, and Air Force pods.\n\n\u201cWithout accurate inventory data, the Pentagon cannot make responsible procurement decisions,\u201d Rep. Schweikert added. \u201cThis amendment ensures that taxpayer dollars are being used to produce the tools we actually need to defend this country, not funding more waste and backlog.\u201d\n\nThe amendments represent a continuation of Rep. Schweikert\u2019s longstanding efforts to modernize federal operations through innovation, while safeguarding the fiscal future of the United States.\n\nBack to News", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://schweikert.house.gov/2025/09/26/schweikert-introduces-legislation-to-protect-contracted-postal-units/", "Schweikert Introduces Legislation to Protect Contracted Postal Units", "2025-09-26", "2025", "2025-09", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "David Schweikert", "S001183", "schweikert.house.gov", "schweikert", "https://schweikert.house.gov/category/congress_press_release/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Last week, Congressman David Schweikert (AZ-01) introduced the Postal Contracting Financial Accountability Act, H.R.5530, which protects community-based Contracted Postal Units (CPUs) from being shut down under flawed criteria by the U.S. Postal Service (USPS).\n\n\u201cThe U.S. Postal Service would be required to work with private businesses that are willing to provide postal services to their community at no cost to the Postal Service,\u201d said Rep. Schweikert. \u201cLocal shops, like card stores or pharmacies, can already handle these services, and if they\u2019re willing to do it, USPS shouldn\u2019t be shutting them down.\u201d\n\nDespite operating as an independent agency, the Postal Service accumulated $9.5 billion in debt in 2024, following $57 billion in federal debt forgiveness in the 2022 Postal Service Reform Act. Meanwhile, the agency has steadily reduced access to local services, eliminating nearly 2,000 CPUs since 2010.\n\nSchweikert\u2019s bill reforms Title 39 of the U.S. Code to give contractors the right to dispute CPU contract terminations. If a CPU can operate under existing terms without federal subsidy it would be able to remain open. This ensures critical postal services continue without interruption at no cost to taxpayers.\n\nCPUs are often located in small businesses, such as local retail stores or pharmacies. In addition to providing convenient access to postal services, CPUs drive increased foot traffic for the businesses that host them. This model helps local shops attract new customers and generate steady revenue, while giving residents more convenient service options.\n\nBy leveraging the private sector, CPUs offer USPS a fiscally solvent and scalable model that supports small business growth and strengthens community infrastructure.\n\nYou can read the full bill text here.\n\nBack to News", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://schweikert.house.gov/2025/09/26/schweikert-restart-sunset-act-of-2025/", "Schweikert Introduces RESTART SUNSET Act of 2025 to Hold Federal Agencies Accountable and Cut Regulatory Waste", "2025-09-26", "2025", "2025-09", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "David Schweikert", "S001183", "schweikert.house.gov", "schweikert", "https://schweikert.house.gov/category/congress_press_release/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Congressman David Schweikert (AZ-01) recently introduced the RESTART SUNSET Act of 2025 (Regulatory Evidence-based Standards for Thorough Accountability and Reassuring Tests \u2014 Securing Updated and Necessary Statutory Evaluations Timely), H.R.4770, which will bring long-overdue accountability to the federal rulemaking process.\n\nThe bill strengthens the Regulatory Flexibility Act (RFA) by requiring that federal agencies review regulations, not just provide a plan in the Federal Register to review regulations, that have a significant economic impact on small businesses. Under current law, agencies are expected to periodically assess these rules, but there is no enforcement mechanism to ensure compliance. The RESTART SUNSET Act of 2025 would change that by automatically sunsetting outdated regulations that have not been properly reviewed by the appropriate agency within 10 years of enactment of this Act or final publication of future regulations.\n\n\u201cWe cannot keep asking Americans to follow rules that agencies themselves won\u2019t bother to re-examine,\u201d said Rep. David Schweikert. \u201cThe RESTART SUNSET Act of 2025 offers a clear path forward. Either agencies do their job and review the rules, or those rules come off the books.\u201d\n\nThe bill would:\n\nRequire mandatory retrospective economic reviews of regulations that significantly impact small entities.\n\nSunset existing and future rules that have not undergone proper review within 10 years.\n\nAllow agencies to exempt rules that demonstrably do not affect a substantial number of small entities, but only if they publish and justify those exemptions in the Federal Register.\n\nEliminate duplicative, outdated, or inefficient rules by requiring agencies to evaluate overlap with other federal policies.\n\nDespite bipartisan legislative history dating back to 1980 and decades of Executive Orders from Administrations on both sides of the aisle encouraging periodic review, many agencies have failed to consistently comply with the RFA\u2019s intent. Federal agencies, including the Department of Health and Human Services, have cited the need for enforcement mechanisms, like sunsetting, to drive compliance.\n\nYou can read the full bill text here.\n\nBack to News", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/ciscomani-joins-bipartisan-bill-support-law-enforcement-crack-down-identity", "Ciscomani Joins Bipartisan Bill to Support Law Enforcement & Crack Down on Identity Theft", "2025-09-25", "2025", "2025-09", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Rep. Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) joined Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08) in introducing the bipartisan Protect Your PIN Act. This bill will protect Americans from identity theft by enabling local law enforcement agencies to use federal resources to combat these crimes.\n\n\u201cAs a member of the Law Enforcement Caucus, I\u2019m proud to help co-lead the Protect Your PIN Act to give local law enforcement more tools to fight identity theft,\u201d said Congressman Ciscomani. \u201cRight now, grant funding helps with online harassment and digital abuse, but leaves out identity theft. This bill makes sure those same resources can be used to protect people from having their identity stolen, keeping our families and communities safe from this growing threat.\u201d\n\nIn 2023, American adults lost an estimated $43 billion to identity fraud. The Protect Your PIN Act would expand guidelines to enable local law enforcement agencies to use grant funding from the Department of Justice\u2019s Local Law Enforcement Grants for Enforcement of Cybercrimes Program to also combat identity theft.\n\nThe Protect Your PIN Act has been endorsed by the Fraternal Order of Police and the Major Cities Chiefs Association.\n\n\u201cWith the rapid advancement of technology, law enforcement needs additional resources to protect people from online harassment and abuse,\u201d said Patrick Yoes, National President of the Fraternal Order of Police. \u201cThe \u2018Protect Your PIN Act\u2019 ensures that law enforcement can use these same Federal resources to protect people from the growing threat of identity theft.\u201d\n\nThis legislation was introduced alongside Representatives Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08), Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01), Josh Riley (NY-19), Don Bacon (NE-02), and John Rutherford (FL-05).\n\n\u201cAmericans work hard for their paychecks. The last thing they should have to worry about is scammers stealing their money,\u201d said Congresswoman McDonald Rivet. \u201cThe Protect Your PIN Act will empower local law enforcement to go after those who prey on working people and seniors, so nobody can steal your hard-earned money.\u201d\n\n\u201cProtecting Americans\u2019 financial security is not just an economic priority \u2014 it\u2019s a matter of national security,\u201d said Congressman Fitzpatrick. \u201cIdentity theft is one of the fastest-growing threats facing our families, draining paychecks, wiping out savings, and crippling small businesses. From my years in the FBI, I know this is a national-scale crime\u2014yet we expect local police to confront it without the resources or reach to match its scope. The Protect Your PIN Act fixes that, delivering the federal tools our officers need to pursue criminals, protect victims, and defend the financial well-being Americans work a lifetime to build.\u201d\n\n\"I'm proud to back the Protect Your PIN Act because our local cops need backup to go after identity thieves,\u201d said Congressman Riley. \u201cThis is about keeping families safe, making sure criminals don't get a free pass, and helping our rural communities get the resources they need.\"\n\n\u201cIdentity theft continues to be one of the most pervasive and devastating crimes affecting American families. I'm pleased to co-lead the bipartisan Protect Your PIN Act to strengthen our nation's defense against these crimes,\u201d said Congressman Bacon. \u201cThe legislation empowers local law enforcement agencies with critical federal resources to better protect Americans from cybercrime and identity theft.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a former sheriff, I have seen firsthand how abusers use financial control to trap victims into cycles of fear and dependence. The Protect Your PIN Act helps strengthen local law enforcement's ability to fight back against identity theft, a crime that too often accompanies domestic abuse,\u201d said Congressman Rutherford. \u201cBy expanding eligible uses of this critical grant program, we\u2019re giving our officers the tools they need to end these cycles of abuse, protect victims, and hold offenders accountable.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:10:29Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/ciscomani-joins-resolution-honoring-gold-star-families", "Ciscomani Joins Resolution Honoring Gold Star Families", "2025-09-23", "2025", "2025-09", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "TUCSON \u2013 Rep. Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) joined Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) on a bipartisan resolution in the House of Representatives designating the week of September 21-27, 2025, as Gold Star Families Remembrance Week.\n\n\u201cGold Star Families embody the strength and courage on behalf of their loved ones who made the ultimate sacrifice. These fearless men and women lost a family member who fought to protect the freedoms we take advantage of every day,\u201d Congressman Ciscomani said. \u201cI\u2019m honored to join my colleagues to honor these families in Congress with this resolution. As a representative of Arizona\u2019s sixth congressional district that is home to almost 80,000 veterans, I will always fight to be your voice in Washington to show our appreciation, and especially for those who lost their lives protecting our privileges in the United States.\u201d\n\nA Gold Star Family is a family who has lost an immediate family member while serving on active duty in the armed services of the United States.\n\nRep. Ciscomani joined Rep. Newhouse and 64 other colleagues in introducing the resolution to honor these families across the country. Original cosponsors include:\n\nRobert Aderholt (AL-04), Barry Moore (AL-01), Jeff Hurd (CO-03), Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06), Russ Fulcher (ID-01), Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11), Troy Balderson (OH-12), Henry \"Hank\" Johnson Jr. (GA-04), Abraham Hamadeh (AZ-08), Emanuel Cleaver (MO-05), Jefferson Van Drew (NJ-02), Sharice Davids (KS-03), Young Kim (CA-40), Robert Wittman (VA-01), Rick Larsen (WA-02), Charles \"Chuck\" Fleischmann (TN-03), Monica De La Cruz (TX-15), Randy Weber Sr. (TX-14), John Garamendi (CA-08), Deborah Ross (NC-02), Michael Lawler (NY-17), Shontel Brown (OH-11), Tracey Mann (KS-01), Josh Harder (CA-09), Christopher Smith (NJ-04), Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01), Dan Crenshaw (TX-02), Michael Rulli (OH-06), Marlin Stutzman (IN-03), Wesley Hunt (TX-38), Zachary Nunn (IA-03), Addison McDowell (NC-06), Barry Loudermilk (GA-11), John Moolenaar (MI-02), Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Mike Flood (NE-01), Glenn Thompson (PA-15), Angie Craig (MN-02), Derrick Van Orden (WI-03), Cory Mills (FL-07), Roger Williams (TX-25), Elise Stefanik (NY-21), Scott Franklin (FL-18), Claudia Tenney (NY-24), Jack Bergman (MI-01), Aaron Bean (FL-04), Randy Feenstra (IA-04), August Pfluger (TX-11), Mike Carey (OH-15), Maria Elvira Salazar (FL-27), Tim Moore (NC-14), Ryan Mackenzie (PA-07), Julie Fedorchak (ND-00), John Rose (TN-06), Morgan Luttrell (TX-08), Jay Obernolte (CA-23), Tim Walberg (MI-05), Ken Calvert (CA-41), John McGuire (VA-05), Max Miller (OH-07), David Valadao (CA-22), Julia Letlow (LA-05), Mark Alford (MO-04), Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), Stephanie Bice (OK-05), and Dave Joyce (OH-14).", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:10:29Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/ciscomani-releases-statement-house-passage-continuing-resolution", "Ciscomani Releases Statement on House Passage of the Continuing Resolution", "2025-09-19", "2025", "2025-09", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, U.S. Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) released the following statement after voting for H.R. 5371, the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2026:\n\n\u201cToday, House Republicans proved their commitment to do the responsible thing: keeping the government open. I voted against shutting the government down because I know that it impacts real people, real jobs, and real kitchen tables in my district and across our nation. Just in Arizona\u2019s 6th congressional district, that would be an impact to services for nearly 80,000 veterans, thousands of federal employees who could be furloughed, including our Border Patrol agents, air traffic controllers, park rangers, services for our seniors, and others. What we passed today is a temporary seven-week clean CR that will allow us to continue negotiating full-year appropriations bills,\u201d Congressman Ciscomani said. \u201cLet\u2019s be clear, every single Democrat who voted against this clean CR voted for a government shutdown. As a member of the Appropriations Committee \u2013 we fulfilled our duty when we passed all 12 funding bills through committee. I am committed to pursuing common-sense solutions on the issues impacting our nation and delivering tangible results for southeastern Arizonans.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:10:29Z"], ["https://gosar.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=9030", "Gosar Introduces Bills Nullifying Efforts to Lock Up Federal Lands", "2025-09-17", "2025", "2025-09", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Paul A. Gosar", "G000565", "gosar.house.gov", "gosar", "https://gosar.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. -- Congressman Paul A. Gosar, D.D.S. (AZ-09), issued the following statement after introducing two bills nullifying previously declared national monuments that lock up federal lands:\n\n\u201cThe reckless declaration of vast national monuments has locked up thousands of acres of land, placing them off limits to responsible mining, energy development and other multiple-use purposes that help fuel our economy and support American energy independence.\n\nI am pleased to reintroduce H.R. 5392, the Northern Arizona Protection Act, legislation that would nullify the Baaj Nwaavjo I\u2019tah Kukveni-Ancestral Footprints of the Grand Canyon National Monument, declared on August 8, 2023, by Joe Biden, for the stated purpose of preventing uranium mining.\n\nI also introduced H.R. 5393, the Southern Arizona Protection Act, nullifying the Ironwood Forest National Monument, declared on June 9, 2000, by Bill Clinton, solely to lock up domestic copper and gold mining.\n\nThe Antiquities Act was never intended to be a tool for radical environmentalists and their political cronies in Washington, D.C. to block access to America\u2019s abundant and much-needed resources. Thankfully, the Trump Administration is reconsidering both of these National Monuments as executive abuses under the Antiquities Act.", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/ciscomani-kiggans-suozzi-lead-effort-prevent-soaring-health-care-premiums", "Ciscomani, Kiggans, Suozzi Lead Effort to Prevent Soaring Health Care Premiums", "2025-09-16", "2025", "2025-09", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Congressman Ciscomani (AZ-06) joined Reps. Jen Kiggans (VA-02) and Tom Suozzi (NY-03) to introduce the Bipartisan Premium Tax Credit Extension Act (H.R. 5145), a bill to protect families, seniors, and small business owners from massive health care premium increases.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m proud to be an original cosponsor of this legislation that extend these credits for a limited time in order to give lawmakers the opportunity to construct responsible reforms that don\u2019t leave Arizonans\u2019 in the lurch with thousands of dollars more a year in health insurance premium increases,\u201d Congressman Ciscomani said. \u201cWe as Congress must come together to find ways to incentivize competition in the health insurance market that will drive innovation and lower costs.\u201d\n\n\u201cAdditionally, the factors relating to increasing premiums is multifaceted because health care costs have risen exponentially nationwide and have been rising for decades, directly a result of chronic disease in America that makes up about 90% of the nation\u2019s health care costs,\u201d Congressman Ciscomani said. \u201cI\u2019m honored to support the Administration\u2019s new focus on chronic disease and its devastation on our families. I was proud to vote to fully fund the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) initiative in the House Appropriations Committee. At this time, no legislation has come to the floor to extend the duration of the Enhanced Premium Tax Credits; and I have taken up the charge to change that by joining my bipartisan colleagues to help lead this legislation.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a nurse practitioner, military spouse, and Mom, I understand firsthand how critical affordable health care is for working families. In Congress, I\u2019ve made it my mission to ensure Virginians\u2014especially our seniors, small business owners, and middle-class families\u2014aren\u2019t blindsided by skyrocketing costs they can\u2019t afford,\u201d Congresswoman Kiggans said. \u201cWhile the enhanced premium tax credit created during the pandemic was meant to be temporary, we should not let it expire without a plan in place. My legislation will protect hardworking Virginians from facing health insurance bills they can\u2019t afford, thus losing much-needed access to care.\u201d\n\n\u201cAt TMC Health, we see every day how premium tax credits allow families in Southern Arizona to keep their health coverage and access timely care. Extending these credits is critical to ensuring affordability and stability in our healthcare system, particularly as costs continue to rise,\u201d Julia Strange, Vice President, External Affairs and Brand, TMC Health said. \u201cAs a nonprofit system serving both urban and rural communities, we are deeply concerned that without this support too many would be forced to delay or forgo needed care. That leads to worse outcomes, higher costs and more strain on hospitals. These credits are a proven tool for keeping coverage within reach and preserving a healthier community.\u201d\n\n\u201cFor many rural families in Cochise County, premium tax credits are the difference between having health coverage or going without,\u201d Gary Kartchner, CEO, Benson Hospital and Northern Cochise Community Hospital said. \u201cIn small communities, where travel times are long and options are limited, access to affordable coverage is vital. Extending these credits keeps care within reach and helps sustain local hospitals that our communities depend on every day.\u201d\n\n\u201cBanner Health applauds Representative Ciscomani\u2019s leadership in working to extend the enhanced premium tax credit, which has helped thousands of Arizona families access affordable coverage,\" Alison Flynn Gaffney, Chief Executive Officer, Banner \u00ad\u2013\u00ad University Medicine Tucson said. \"Continuing this support is critical to ensuring people across the state can remain insured and prioritize their health without the added burden of financial stress.\u201d\n\nUnder current law, the enhanced Premium Tax Credit\u2014established by the Affordable Care Act (ACA), expanded during COVID under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), and later extended through the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)\u2014is set to expire at the end of this year. The COVID pandemic is over, and I am open to discussion on transitioning off of these subsidies, but there must be a reasonable approach so hardworking families can continue to afford healthcare.\n\nCosponsors: Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01), Jared Golden (ME-02), Jeff Hurd (CO-03), Rob Bresnahan (PA-08), Young Kim (CA-40), David Valadao (CA-22), Carlos Gimenez (FL-28), Tom Kean (NJ-07), Mike Lawler (NY-17), and Don Davis (NC-01), Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (WA-03), Maria Salazar (FL-27).\n\nBackground: The premium tax credit was established by the ACA in 2014 to help people afford health insurance purchased through the ACA's marketplaces. The PTC's eligibility rules were expanded and its amounts increased by the American Rescue Plan for 2021-2022, removing the income cap and increasing the subsidy for all eligible households to help during the pandemic. The IRA extended these enhanced subsidies through 2025, though they are set to expire at the end of 2025.\n\nRead the bill here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:10:29Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-passes-two-ciscomani-bills-support-veterans", "House Passes Two Ciscomani Bills to Support Veterans", "2025-09-16", "2025", "2025-09", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Yesterday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed two bipartisan bills led by Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) to strengthen support and expand resources for veterans. Ciscomani, who serves on the House Veterans\u2019 Affairs Committee and represents nearly 80,000 veterans across Arizona\u2019s 6th Congressional District, emphasized the importance of these measures in ensuring veterans receive the care, benefits, and opportunities they have earned.\n\nCiscomani spoke on the House floor prior to the passage of both bills. His remarks can be found HERE on H.R. 3579 and HERE on H.R. 3951.\n\nH.R. 3579 \u2013 Veterans Readiness and Employment Program Integrity Act\n\nThis bipartisan bill ensures that veterans have the necessary tools and resources to transition to civilian life successfully. Specifically, the bill provides much-needed oversight over the VA\u2019s Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E) program, which offers job training and counseling to veterans with service-connected disabilities. The legislation requires the VA to track employment outcomes and wait times of participants, improving accountability and enabling Congress to evaluate the effectiveness of the VR&E program.\n\nH.R. 3951 \u2013 Rural Veterans Improved Access to Benefits Act of 2025\n\nThis bipartisan bill ensures that rural veterans have access to quality and timely physician examinations so they can receive the care and benefits they\u2019ve earned, regardless of where they live. The legislation permanently allows VA providers to perform cross-state disability exams and expands the pool of providers eligible to perform disability exams to include all licensed health care professionals. These changes will reduce examiner shortages in rural areas, cut wait times, and accelerate the delivery of benefits to veterans.\n\nCongressman Ciscomani released the following statement:\n\n\u201cArizona is home to nearly 80,000 veterans, and I am committed to ensuring they receive the resources, care, and opportunities they have earned through their service. The passage of these two bipartisan bills is a meaningful step forward in delivering results for our veterans\u2014whether by improving oversight of the VA\u2019s Readiness and Employment program or by ensuring timely access to benefits for rural veterans. I am proud to work with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to advance solutions that honor the service and sacrifice of our nation\u2019s heroes.\u201d\n\nQuote from Sahuarita Mayor Tom Murphy:\n\n\u201cAs both a veteran and the Chair of Congressman Ciscomani\u2019s Veterans Advisory Council, I know how important these bills are to our community. Too often, veterans face unnecessary delays and roadblocks when trying to access the benefits and programs they\u2019ve earned. By improving oversight of the VA\u2019s Readiness and Employment program and expanding access to medical exams for rural veterans, Congressman Ciscomani is delivering real solutions that will make a direct impact in the lives of veterans across Arizona. I am proud to support his leadership on these issues and grateful for his unwavering commitment to those who have served.\u201d\n\nBoth bills now head to the Senate for consideration.\n\nYesterday\u2019s passage builds upon Ciscomani\u2019s record of legislative success earlier this year with the passage of two additional bills:\n\n\u00b7 H.R. 35, the Agent Raul Gonzalez Officer Safety Act, which passed the House on a bipartisan 264\u2013155 vote. This bill establishes new federal criminal offenses for operating a motor vehicle within 100 miles of the U.S. border while fleeing from a U.S. Border Patrol agent or a federal, state, or local law enforcement officer assisting or under the command of the Border Patrol.\n\n\u00b7 H.R. 1228, the Prioritizing Veterans\u2019 Survivors Act, which passed the House unanimously 424\u20130. This legislation restores the Office of Survivors Assistance to the Office of the VA Secretary, ensuring that surviving families of veterans receive the benefits and support they were promised, with a direct line to the Secretary to address concerns quickly and effectively.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:10:29Z"], ["https://crane.house.gov/2025/09/16/reminder-applications-for-u-s-service-academy-nominations-due-september-30th/", "REMINDER \u2013 Applications for U.S. Service Academy Nominations Due September 30th", "2025-09-16", "2025", "2025-09", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Elijah Crane", "C001132", "crane.house.gov", "crane", "https://crane.house.gov/media/", "scraper", "REMINDER: The Office of Rep. Eli Crane is again accepting U.S. Service Academy nomination applications.\n\nThis annual application is open to high school students in Arizona\u2019s Second Congressional District who are seeking a nomination from Rep. Crane to attend one of the U.S. Service Academies.\n\nThe process is competitive with each Member of Congress being authorized a certain number of slots at each institution. Every Member is able to submit up to fifteen candidates per slot.\n\nAs a reminder, the deadline to submit an application to the office is September 30, 2025.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:10:29Z"], ["https://gosar.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=9031", "Gosar Introduces Legislation to Restore Accountability and Reform Washington, DC Criminal Justice Policies", "2025-09-11", "2025", "2025-09", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Paul A. Gosar", "G000565", "gosar.house.gov", "gosar", "https://gosar.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. -- Congressman Paul A. Gosar, D.D.S. (AZ-09), issued the following statementafter introducing H.R. 5183, the District of Columbia Home Rule Improvement Act, important legislation designed to strengthen Congressional oversight of the D.C. Council and prevent the city from enacting reckless policies that jeopardize public safety and undermine the rule of law:\n\n\u201cUnder the Constitution\u2019s District Clause, Congress retains ultimate responsibility for the governance of the District of Columbia. Yet in recent years, the D.C. Council has advanced a series of dangerous soft-on-crime measures, including efforts to slash criminal penalties, weaken law enforcement, and defy previous Congressional disapprovals.\n\nH.R. 5183 restores much-needed balance by extending the congressional review period for all D.C. Council legislation from 30 to 60 legislative days before it can take effect. Public safety comes first. Too often, the D.C. Council rushes through radical measures that disregard safety and defy common sense.\n\nMy bill also prohibits the Council from reintroducing or passing bills substantially similar to measures previously disapproved by Congress. If Congress rejects a bad idea, the Council should not get another chance to sneak it through.\n\nWashington, D.C. deserves a transparent government, not one that hides controversial measures behind so-called \u201cemergency waivers.\u201d My bill also prevents the Council from extending emergency waivers that have been abused to sidestep Congressional oversight and adopt policies that have nothing to do with genuine emergencies.\n\nFinally, H.R. 5183 requires an annual report and hearing from the D.C. Council to Congress. This commonsense step will ensure that the federal district is governed in a manner that reflects its residents and its unique role as our nation\u2019s capital.\n\nThe D.C. Council has shown time and again that it cannot be trusted to put public safety first. My bill makes it clear: Congress has a constitutional obligation to ensure our nation\u2019s capital is safe, stable, and governed responsibly,\u201d stated Congressman Paul Gosar.\n\nBackground:", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/ciscomani-leads-bipartisan-congressional-leaders-southern-arizona-border", "Ciscomani Leads Bipartisan Congressional Leaders to Southern Arizona for Border Briefings", "2025-09-09", "2025", "2025-09", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "TUCSON \u2013 Last week, U.S. Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06), hosted bipartisan colleagues from the Problem Solvers Caucus to southern Arizona. The members included co-chairs Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-01), Tom Suozzi (D-NY-3), and members Jimmy Panetta (D-CA-19), Chuck Edwards (R-NC-11), and Jim Costa (D-CA-21).\n\nDuring the visit, the Congressmen met with National Border Patrol Council representatives, ranching and local law enforcement stakeholders, met with U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) Tucson Sector leadership and joined a briefing at the Southwest Border Intelligence Center, had a warehouse tour with trade and commerce stakeholders in Nogales, had a briefing and tour of Nogales Port of Entry from Office of Field Operations (OFO) officers, received a border wall line tour with USBP, and met with National Immigration Forum stakeholders.\n\n\u201cIt was my honor to welcome this group of effective legislators to my home of southern Arizona. This trip was important for us to see the progress made at the southern border firsthand and allows us to return to Washington with insightful information from the folks on the ground,\u201d Congressman Ciscomani said. \u201cWe\u2019ve been able to make great strides on border security since January, and I\u2019m hopeful there will be an opening to find a solution the challenges before us.\u201d\n\nDuring the trip, Congressman Ciscomani also held a media availability in Tucson before heading to Nogales for the remainder of the events.\n\nYou may scroll below for photos from the visit.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:10:29Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/icymi-ciscomani-joins-bipartisan-colleagues-recapping-border-trip-during-press", "ICYMI: Ciscomani joins Bipartisan Colleagues Recapping Border Trip During Press Conference", "2025-09-09", "2025", "2025-09", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) joined the Problem Solvers Caucus (PSC) co-chairs Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), Tom Suozzi (D-NY), and PSC member Jim Costa (D-CA) for a press conference in Washington, D.C. to recap their recent trip to southern Arizona. Ciscomani, who serves as the PSC\u2019s co-lead for the Immigration and Border Security Working Group, highlighted the firsthand progress that has been made to secure our southern border and the challenges that still remain.\n\nYou may click HERE to learn more about the trip and see photos.\n\nYou may click HERE or on the image below to view the full press conference.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:10:29Z"], ["https://gosar.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=9004", "Gosar Announces $8 Million Grant for James D. Price Elementary School", "2025-09-05", "2025", "2025-09", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Paul A. Gosar", "G000565", "gosar.house.gov", "gosar", "https://gosar.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx", "scraper", "Yuma, AZ -- Congressman Paul A. Gosar, D.D.S. (AZ-09), issued the following statement announcing that the Yuma Elementary School District One has received a federal grant for $8,030,235 to replace the James D. Price Elementary School located on Yuma Proving Ground:\n\n\u201cI am very pleased to announce that the Department of Defense Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation has approved this $8 million federal grant to address facility capacity and condition deficiencies at James D. Price Elementary School in Yuma, Arizona.\n\nThis important funding will ensure students, teachers and staff have a safe and modern learning environment they deserve by replacing an aging infrastructure that has strained the elementary school for years.\n\nEvery child deserves a safe and supportive place to learn. Strong schools are the foundation of a strong community. This investment will give students the space and facilities they need to strive, and I am pleased to announce this critical award,\u201d stated Congressman Gosar.\n\nBackground:\n\nThe Department of Defense and the Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation has awarded the Yuma Elementary School District One a $8,030,235 construction grant to replace the James D. Price Elementary School at Yuma Proving Ground under the Department of Defense\u2019s Public Schools on Military Installations program. Once completed, 125 students in kindergarten through fifth grade will be supported through this project. Construction is expected to begin in February 2026.", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-ciscomani-wraps-august-district-work-period", "Congressman Ciscomani Wraps Up August District Work Period", "2025-09-03", "2025", "2025-09", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "TUCSON \u2013 During the Congressional recess work period that occurred during the month of August, Congressman Ciscomani crisscrossed all of Arizona's Sixth Congressional District meeting with steelworkers, to speaking with students in Vail, to celebrating our educators in Casa Grande, meeting with CBP Air and Marine Operations on Fort Huachuca and more.\n\nKicking off the month, Congressman Ciscomani spoke at the opening ceremony of the Jewish Community Centers of North America\u2019s Maccabi Games \u2013 held for the first time in 25 years in Tucson \u2013 to welcome and celebrate over 1,000 young Jewish athletes from across the U.S. and around the world for a week of Olympic-style sports.\n\nQuikTrip in Tucson let Congressman Ciscomani behind the counter for an inside look at their day-to-day operations. With 4,000 employees across Arizona \u2013 and 20 at this store \u2013 Ciscomani saw firsthand all they are doing to ensure safety and security for their customers and team members.\n\n2025 is on track to be Tucson\u2019s busiest year ever for air travel, with 4.1 million passengers projected to travel via Tucson International Airport. To support this growing demand, Congressman Ciscomani met with Air Traffic Controllers in the airport\u2019s 252-foot tower to discuss their vital work to keep the skies safe. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act has resources to modernize our air traffic control systems across the nation.\n\nAdditionally, while touring the Tucson Airport Authority, Congressman Ciscomani was able to get a up close look at the ongoing construction of a new 11,000-foot commercial runway at the airport. This will be the largest construction project in the airport\u2019s history and is being funded through federal grant money.\n\nAfter the airport, Congressman Ciscomani met with the Arizona Technology Council to discuss a wide range of topics, share results our team has delivered, and was proud to announce he has joined the Optics and Photonics caucus for the 119th Congress. The optics and photonics industry spans diverse applications, including aerospace, defense, biomedicine, and semiconductors, and is supported by high-income job creation, resulting in a significant impact of $4 billion on Arizona\u2019s economy.\n\nPinal County is one of the fastest-growing counties in Arizona\u2019s Sixth Congressional District. Congressman Ciscomani joined the Pinal Partnership with local business owners and community members to hear about the economic development and growth happening throughout the county.\n\nCongressman Ciscomani joined over 100 businesses and organizations at Marana Mornings \u2013 appliance store owners, financial planners, painters, plumbers, Boy Scouts, realtors, and more. These are the business owners, entrepreneurs, and employees who are working every day to achieve their American Dream. He provided a congressional update on the wins from the extension of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act that will impact many of the small businesses in attendance.\n\nIn Pima County, Marana Health Center serves 60,000 people since 1957 with medical, dental, and behavioral health care. In 2024, health centers served over 870,000 Arizonans, including 325,000 in Arizona\u2019s Sixth Congressional District alone. Congressman Ciscomani met with these leaders at Marana Health Center during National Health Center Week to discuss the impacts of health centers in our community.\n\nAt the Arizona Rock Products Association Future Leaders Program, Congressman Ciscomani spoke with their seventh cohort to share encouraging words of leadership and how he advocates for their industry in Congress. These rising leaders are the future of the rock products industry, and Congressman Ciscomani encouraged them to get involved, share their expertise, and help shape Arizona\u2019s future.\n\nCongressman Ciscomani spoke at the Naturalization Ceremony for 74 immigrants, from 24 countries, with Judge Mike Liburdi presiding. Congressman Ciscomani was able to watch new citizens take the oath of citizenship and take their first steps in achieving their own American Dreams \u2013 an inspiring moment for all.\n\nPharmacists play a vital role in healthcare, especially during drug shortages. Congressman Ciscomani visited Acacia Apothecary & Wellness, a family-owned compounding pharmacy in Tucson. Our team will always stand with community pharmacies to ensure patients have robust access to the drugs they need!\n\nIn Marana, Congressman Ciscomani toured S&K Security Group\u2019s Systems Integration Lab, where U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) tests technology to stop smuggling, illegal migration, and human trafficking. Their work keeps agents equipped, communities safe, and creates jobs in Southern Arizona.\n\nAfter securing FY26 House Appropriations\u2019 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies (THUD) Subcommittee report language to prioritize multi-use airports like Pinal Airpark for FAA tower construction, Congressman Ciscomani visited the site with Pinal County officials. This project would boost safety, grow our economy, and support military readiness.\n\nCongressman Ciscomani joined the Casa Grande Union High School District\u2019s 3rd Annual American Dream Awards, where he bestowed the \u201cCongressman Juan Ciscomani American Dream Inspirational Educator Award\u201d to 22 recipients. Additionally, eight support staff members received the \u201cCongressman Juan Ciscomani American Dream Inspirational Education Supporter Award\u201d for all of their important behind-the-scenes hard work that makes a world of difference for all students.\n\nOur community is grateful for these educators for their dedication to ensuring our children receive the best education and opportunities to succeed.\n\nAs Vice Chair of House Committee on Appropriation\u2019s Homeland Security Subcommittee, Congressman Ciscomani visited with CBP Air and Marine Operations at U.S. Army Fort Huachuca to see firsthand how their advanced aircraft and technology, like Unmanned Aircraft Systems, secure our southern border and protect Americans.\n\nFollowing his visit, Ciscomani led a letter to Customs and Border Protection about funding critical projects in Arizona. Click HERE to learn more about this letter.\n\nThe One Big Beautiful Bill Act delivers for hard-working Arizonans across Arizona\u2019s Sixth Congressional District. Congressman Ciscomani hosted a diverse group of stakeholders who joined a roundtable to discuss how their industry benefits from this historic new law \u2013 farmers, ranchers, small business owners, seniors, and builders.\n\nCiscomani invited the media to the roundtable and answered questions from the press in attendance following the discussion.\n\nCongressman Ciscomani visited the 8th graders at Corona Foothills Middle School in Vail \u2013 the #1 middle school in Arizona, right at home in Arizona\u2019s Sixth Congressional District. Ciscomani met with administrators, toured the school, and took questions with their 8th graders about government and the legislative process.\n\nLocal manufacturing is thriving and creating good jobs in Arizona\u2019s Sixth Congressional District \u2013 Congressman Ciscomani toured J.B. Steel in Southern Arizona and met their hardworking team that is building the American Dream.\n\nCongressman Ciscomani joined colleagues, Representatives David Schweikert (AZ-01) and Greg Stanton (AZ-04), to speak at the Arizona Association of Realtors\u2019 meeting \u2013 representing more than 53,000 realtors \u2013 to address rising housing demands as our state\u2019s economy continues to grow and attract new residents.\n\nArizona Association of Realtors is the largest trade association in the state.\n\nThank you to the National Cotton Council of America for inviting Congressman Ciscomani to their meeting for the opportunity to speak on how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act strengthens safety nets, cuts crop insurance costs, and boosts support for cotton farmers \u2013 keeping U.S. cotton strong and vital to Arizona\u2019s economy.\n\nTo round out all of these great and impactful events, Congressman Ciscomani met with his Veterans\u2019 Council to gain vital insight from our veteran community \u2013 nearly 80,000 strong in Ciscomani\u2019s congressional district. Sahuarita Mayor Tom Murphy was named as chair, following Gen. Don Shepperd stepping down after serving for 2 years.\n\nCongressman Ciscomani is grateful for all of the local leaders, businesses, stakeholders, and more in the district who were able to take the time to meet during the August recess work period. He always says, being home in the district, hosting meetings, and being present make him a smarter member of Congress.\n\nCiscomani is back to Washington, DC for votes this week and returns to southern Arizona on Thursday to host a bipartisan congressional delegation to the southern border.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T15:07:37Z"], ["https://gosar.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=9003", "Gosar Statement Concerning Congressional Hearing on Legislation to Delist the Mexican Wolves from the Endangered Species Act", "2025-09-03", "2025", "2025-09", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Paul A. Gosar", "G000565", "gosar.house.gov", "gosar", "https://gosar.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx", "scraper", "Washington, DC -- Congressman Paul A. Gosar, D.D.S. (AZ-09), issued the following statement following the House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries legislative hearing regarding H.R. 4255, the Enhancing Safety for Animals (ESA) Act, legislation introduced by Congressman Gosar delisting the Mexican wolf from the Endangered Species Act and delinking its populations in the United States and Mexico:\n\n\u201cI am very grateful to Chair Hageman for holding today\u2019s critical legislative hearing on the importance of advancing my legislation delisting Mexican wolves from the Endangered Species Act (ESA).\n\nSince being reintroduced to the wild in Arizona, Mexican wolves have significantly grown in population. In fact, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service declared in 2024 that the Mexican wolf population had nearly doubled its recovery goal in the United States. Additionally, another 350 Mexican wolves are currently being housed in captive breeding facilities. Yet the wolf has remained on the Endangered Species list since 1982.\n\nSince that time, Mexican wolves have preyed on cattle, horses, elk, sheep and even family pets, causing significant financial losses and economic hardship on family-run ranches as the uncontrolled and unmanaged wolf populations have been allowed to roam free. In response, local governments in New Mexico, Arizona and Indian nations have been forced to issue disaster declarations due to the thousands of dollars in economic losses, missing cattle and heightened danger caused by the Mexican wolves.\n\nNow a stable population, the Mexican wolf has grown steadily since being reintroduced to the wild. Today\u2019s legislative hearing was an important next step in ensuring my legislation delisting the Mexican wolf from the ESA is brought to the House floor for a vote,\u201d stated Congressman Gosar.\n\nThe Arizona Cattle Growers Association is grateful for Congressman Gosar's leadership in finally addressing the damaging Mexican wolf program. The original recovery benchmark of the wolf population was met years ago. It makes no sense for ranchers to bear the ongoing loss of their livestock because we are waiting for Mexico to increase its wolf population. It is time to delist these predators and let American ranchers continue to raise high-quality beef,\u201d added Arizona Cattle Growers Association President, Brian deGanahl.", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-ciscomani-joins-congressional-optics-and-photonics-caucus", "Congressman Ciscomani Joins Congressional Optics and Photonics Caucus", "2025-08-28", "2025", "2025-08", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Representative Juan Ciscomani has joined the Congressional Optics and Photonics Caucus. This bipartisan caucus brings together members of Congress who are committed to advancing U.S. leadership in optics and photonics. These technologies are foundational to innovation in defense, health care, mining, communications, semiconductors, energy, and space exploration.\n\nArizona\u2019s Sixth Congressional District includes a robust community of companies driving innovation in precision optics, lasers, imaging, and semiconductor technologies. Congressman Ciscomani joined the caucus after a tour and discussion at Edmund Optics in Tucson in April.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m honored to join the Optics and Photonics Caucus as your representative in Congress,\u201d said Congressman Ciscomani. \u201cThis bipartisan effort will allow me to bring Arizona\u2019s strengths to the national dialogue about science, technology, and workforce development.\u201d\n\n\u201cArizona has long been a global hub for optics and photonics, and Congressman Ciscomani\u2019s support further strengthens our voice in Washington,\u201d said Steven G. Zylstra, President and CEO of the Arizona Technology Council. \u201cHis engagement will help ensure that federal policy reflects the importance of this sector to national security and economic competitiveness.\u201d\n\n\u201cArizona is a global leader in optics and photonics, and Rep. Ciscomani\u2019s decision to join the Optics & Photonics Caucus strengthens that leadership. From advancing national security and space technologies to powering medical and manufacturing innovations, this sector is a cornerstone of our state\u2019s economy,\u201d said Karla Morales, Vice President of the Arizona Technology Council. \u201cWe\u2019re grateful for the Congressman\u2019s commitment to championing the companies, researchers, and workforce driving these breakthroughs\u2014especially across Southern Arizona.\u201d\n\n\u201cOptics Valley is proud to see Congressman Ciscomani join this bipartisan caucus,\u201d said Katie Schwertz, Chair of Optics Valley. \u201cHis participation underscores the critical role that Southern Arizona plays in advancing optical science and technology, and we look forward to working with him to advocate for the growth of our industry and its workforce.\u201d\n\nThe Congressional Optics and Photonics Caucus serves as a platform to educate policymakers on the economic impact and strategic importance of the optics industry, advocate for federal investment in research and development, and support workforce training programs to meet growing demand for skilled technicians and engineers.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T14:57:50Z"], ["https://biggs.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-biggs-introduces-crucial-legislation-bolster-president-trumps", "Congressman Biggs Introduces Crucial Legislation to Bolster President Trump\u2019s Efforts to Rein in D.C. Lawlessness", "2025-08-27", "2025", "2025-08", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Andy Biggs", "B001302", "biggs.house.gov", "biggs", "https://biggs.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Congressman Andy Biggs (R-AZ) has introduced two pieces of legislation to aid President Trump in his efforts to deter crime in our nation\u2019s capital.\n\nThe Make D.C. Safe Again Act amends the District of Columbia Home Rule Act to extend the emergency period during which the President of the United States may exercise control over Washington D.C.\u2019s Metropolitan Police Department (MPD). The Home Rule Act currently provides the President with the authority to assume control over MPD during emergencies for thirty days. Congressman Biggs\u2019s legislation extends that period to 180 days, ensuring that President Trump and federal authorities can stabilize conditions in the nation\u2019s capital without being hamstrung by artificial time limits.\n\nThe Keep Offenders Off Our Streets Act prohibits the practice of cashless bail in the District of Columbia. D.C. law currently permits judges to release criminals back on the street without requiring them to post monetary bail. Congressman Biggs\u2019s bill would stop judges from releasing criminals without bail, giving prosecutors a stronger foundation to uphold the rule of law and keep criminals out of our communities.\n\n\u201cWhen our nation\u2019s capital faces lawlessness, violent crime, and breakdowns in public order, the federal government has a responsibility and a constitutional duty to act decisively,\u201d said Congressman Biggs.\n\n\u201cThe District of Columbia is the seat of our federal government, the home of our institutions, and a symbol of American strength. Weak leadership at the local level too often leaves D.C. vulnerable to the chaos of the radical Left. President Trump has shown time and time again his commitment to restoring law and order in D.C. and across the country. My legislation ensures that President Trump has the necessary time and authority to quell the chaos that has reigned in woke D.C.\n\n\u201cAmerica\u2019s capital must be a city where families feel safe and businesses can thrive. I\u2019m thankful for President Trump\u2019s determination to restore law and order, and I look forward to working with him and his team to make Washington, D.C. safe again.\u201d\n\nCosponsors of the legislation include: Rep. Clay Higgins (R-LA), Rep. Troy Nehls (R-TX), and Rep. Andy Harris (R-MD).\n\nThe Make D.C. Safe Again Act may be read here. The Keep Offenders Off Our Streets Act may be read here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T14:57:50Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/ciscomani-relaunches-colorado-river-caucus-protect-water-accessibility-seven", "Ciscomani Relaunches Colorado River Caucus to Protect Water Accessibility for Seven Western States", "2025-08-26", "2025", "2025-08", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) announced the re-launch of the Colorado River Caucus, which he will co-chair with Congressman Neguse (CO-02).\n\nThis bipartisan effort and collaboration will foster greater cooperation between the seven Western states impacted by the rapid depletion of the Colorado River.\n\nCongressman Ciscomani has prioritized preserving water rights for Arizona ranchers, farmers, and families that rely on the Colorado river.\n\nBoth Colorado and Arizona are seeing a rapid population growth in addition to the robust agricultural and tourism sectors that depend on the Colorado River.\n\nThe Caucus will advocate for a seven-state solution with efficient conservation measures that preserve water rights across the board. Along with Arizona and Colorado, the five other states directly impacted by the Colorado River are California, Nevada, New Mexico, Wyoming, and Utah.\n\nIn total, the Colorado River provides to over 40 million residents across the seven Western Basin states and supports a $15 billion-dollar agricultural industry.\n\nThe Colorado River Caucus was first launched in the 118th Congress where Congressman Ciscomani also served as a co-chair.\n\n\u201cThe Colorado River is the beating heart of the American Southwest,\u201d said Congressman Ciscomani. \u201cMillions of people in Arizona and six other states depend on it as a source of water for our homes and businesses, our farms and ranches \u2013 our way of life. The Colorado River Caucus will help us understand and manage this precious resource as we deal with the impacts of a record-breaking drought that has lasted more than two decades. Collaboration is key and that\u2019s the goal of this bipartisan caucus.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe Colorado River has been and continues to be one of the most vital issues for the State of Arizona. Since the days of Senator Carl Hayden and Representative John Rhodes, our state has always had leaders in Congress that work on this important issue,\u201d said Karen Cesare, CAWCD Board Secretary representing Pima County. \u201cI am very happy that Representative Ciscomani is returning as co-chair of the Colorado River Caucus and is continuing this legacy of leadership.\u201d\n\n\u201cEDF is encouraged to see the bipartisan re-launch of the Colorado River Caucus and looks forward to the caucus bringing new thinking and additional resources to the water scarcity crisis in the Colorado River Basin,\u201d said Kevin Moran, Associate Vice President, Environmental Defense Fund. \u201cThis is a critical juncture for the basin as reservoir levels continue to plummet and the river\u2019s operating guidelines expire soon. Whether it\u2019s water in the Colorado River or underground, all stakeholders must work together to more holistically and proactively manage this vital resource.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe Colorado River is more than a lifeline for millions - it fuels hunting, fishing, and outdoor recreation across the West and sustains the lands and wildlife that support our sporting traditions,\u201d said Joel Pedersen, CEO and president of the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership. \u201cWe applaud the formation of the Colorado River Caucus as the start of bold, bipartisan action to support one of America\u2019s most iconic rivers and thank Representatives Joe Neguse and Juan Ciscomani for their leadership in launching this important effort.\u201d\n\n\"The Colorado River is a lifeline for the West. Farmers and ranchers, rural and urban communities, Tribal Nations, outdoor recreationists, and fish and wildlife all rely on the health of the watershed at this critical time. The Colorado is already over-allocated and facing increasing pressure from extreme heat, drought, and wildfires, and Trout Unlimited applauds the bipartisan Colorado River Caucus led by U.S. Representatives Juan Ciscomani and Joe Neguse to address these issues,\u201d said Dr. Sara Porterfield, Colorado River Program Director and Western Water Policy Advisor at Trout Unlimited. \u201cWe are committed to working with caucus members to identify and implement durable solutions and proactively mitigate conflicts over water scarcity, help agricultural producers, and make our public lands and waters better able to withstand the impacts of extreme weather events.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T14:57:50Z"], ["https://crane.house.gov/2025/08/26/sba-to-host-meetings-in-coconino-county-for-arizonans-affected-by-wildfires/", "SBA to Host\u00a0Meetings in Coconino County for Arizonans Affected by Wildfires", "2025-08-26", "2025", "2025-08", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Elijah Crane", "C001132", "crane.house.gov", "crane", "https://crane.house.gov/media/", "scraper", "Last week, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low-interest federal disaster loans for businesses, nonprofit organizations, and tribal nations that sustained economic losses due to the Dragon Bravo and White Sage fires.\n\nFollowing the disaster declaration, the SBA has scheduled several in-person mobile services in Coconino County to assist with the application process.\n\nAs a result of the declaration, SBA\u2019s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program is now open to eligible businesses in the affected areas, offering 30-year loans at a 4% interest rate.\n\nThese loans are intended to cover working capital needs and operating expenses that could have been paid had the disasters not occurred.\n\nFor more information or to apply, click here, call SBA\u2019s Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955, or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov.\n\nPlease see the graphic below for dates and locations of upcoming SBA events in Coconino County:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T14:57:50Z"], ["https://crane.house.gov/2025/08/22/applications-now-open-for-the-reauthorized-and-expanded-radiation-exposure-compensation-act-reca/", "Applications Now Open for the Reauthorized and Expanded Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA)", "2025-08-22", "2025", "2025-08", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Elijah Crane", "C001132", "crane.house.gov", "crane", "https://crane.house.gov/media/", "scraper", "As part of the recently passed One Big Beautiful Bill Act, the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) has been reauthorized and significantly expanded.\n\nDownwinders and uranium workers may receive a one-time $100,000 compensation by meeting either of the following qualifications:\n\nAffected while physically present in Coconino, Yavapai, Navajo, Apache, Gila, or Mohave counties between January 1951 and November 1962.\n\nAffected while working in covered occupations related to uranium mining for at least one year from January 1, 1942 to December 31, 1990.\n\nTo apply, click here.\n\nIf you have questions about the program or your application, please email Civil.RECA@usdoj.gov.\n\nClaims must be filed before December 31, 2027.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T14:57:50Z"], ["https://crane.house.gov/2025/08/22/sba-offers-relief-to-arizonans-impacted-by-the-dragon-bravo-and-white-sage-fires/", "SBA Offers Relief to Arizonans Impacted by the Dragon Bravo and White Sage Fires", "2025-08-22", "2025", "2025-08", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Elijah Crane", "C001132", "crane.house.gov", "crane", "https://crane.house.gov/media/", "scraper", "This week, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low-interest federal disaster loans for businesses, nonprofit organizations, and tribal nations that sustained economic losses due to the Dragon Bravo and White Sage fires.\n\nThe disaster declaration, issued on August 13, covers Coconino, Gila, Mohave, Navajo, and Yavapai Counties.\n\nThrough this declaration, SBA\u2019s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program is now available to eligible businesses in these affected areas.\n\nThese loans are designed to help cover working capital needs and operating expenses that could have been paid had the disasters not occurred.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T14:57:50Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/ciscomani-returns-more-12-million-southeastern-arizona-constituents", "Ciscomani Returns More Than $12 Million to Southeastern Arizona Constituents", "2025-08-21", "2025", "2025-08", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "TUCSON \u2013 Congressman Juan Ciscomani returns more than $12 million to constituents in Arizona\u2019s Sixth Congressional District since taking office in January 2023. These funds include over $4.6 million in Veterans\u2019 savings and $7.4 million in savings in various areas including, but not limited to, Social Security payments, tax refunds, and multiple other federal resources that Arizonans were owed but struggled to access.\n\nCongressman Ciscomani and his team work tirelessly to help constituents cut through red tape to access the money, refunds, and benefits they are entitled to, from federal agencies like the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Internal Revenue Service, Social Security, and more.\n\n\u201cHelping constituents cut through red tape and get the support they deserve is one of the most rewarding parts of my job,\u201d Congressman Ciscomani said. \u201cMy office is here to assist with challenges involving federal agencies and we\u2019ll keep working every day to make government work for the people it serves.\u201d\n\nIf you need help with a federal government agency or department, you can call Congressman Ciscomani\u2019s Tucson office at (520)881-3588 or click here.\n\nReturning taxpayer dollars back to Arizona\u2019s Sixth Congressional District is a top priority for Congressman Ciscomani, and the team stands by ready to assist your needs.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T14:57:50Z"], ["https://schweikert.house.gov/2025/08/20/schweikert-introduces-cybercrime-marque-and-reprisal-authorization-act-to-combat-foreign-scam-syndicates/", "Schweikert Introduces Cybercrime Marque and Reprisal Authorization Act to Combat Foreign Scam Syndicates", "2025-08-20", "2025", "2025-08", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "David Schweikert", "S001183", "schweikert.house.gov", "schweikert", "https://schweikert.house.gov/category/congress_press_release/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Last week, Congressman David Schweikert (AZ-01) introduced the Cybercrime Marque and Reprisal Authorization Act of 2025, H.R. 4988. This legislation revives Congress\u2019s Article I authority to issue letters of marque and reprisal, allowing the executive branch to deputize licensed cyber operators to pursue foreign cybercriminal enterprises targeting American citizens and infrastructure.\n\n\u201cCriminal syndicates backed by foreign governments are using cyberspace to prey on American seniors, steal intellectual property, and undermine national security,\u201d said Rep. Schweikert. \u201cOur current tools are failing to keep pace. This legislation allows us to effectively engage these criminals and bring accountability and restitution to the digital battlefield by leveraging the same constitutional mechanism that once helped secure our nation\u2019s maritime interests.\u201d\n\nAccording to the FBI\u2019s 2024 Internet Crime Report, Americans filed over 859,000 complaints, totaling $16 billion in losses, with a 33 percent increase in losses compared to 2023. Americans over 60 suffered nearly $5 billion in reported financial damages. Many of these cyberattacks originate from sophisticated \u201cscam farms\u201d in places like Myanmar and North Korea, where large-scale operations are often state-linked and designed to steal from Americans while infiltrating U.S. digital systems.\n\nUnder Article I, Section 8 of the Constitution, Congress has the authority to issue letters of marque and reprisal. During the French and Indian War, the American Revolution, and the quasi-war with France, these commissions played a central role in maritime defense. The Articles of Confederation explicitly granted Congress this power\u2014a provision carried forward into the Constitution. Although the federal government has not issued letters of marque since the War of 1812, an unusual example occurred during World War II, when a Goodyear blimp was commissioned for anti-submarine patrols off the California coast.\n\nThe proposed legislation allows the executive branch to issue limited, targeted commissions to disrupt these foreign cybercriminal enterprises. These licensed cyber operators would be authorized to recover stolen assets, prevent future attacks, and defend critical infrastructure, all while operating under federal oversight.\n\n\u201cAmericans deserve protection from digital predators who exploit outdated laws and hide in foreign jurisdictions,\u201d Schweikert added. \u201cThis proposal harnesses innovation and constitutional authority to respond to the modern crisis of cybercrime.\u201d\n\nYou can read the full bill text here.\n\nBack to News", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/ciscomani-leads-letter-cbp-commissioner-border-priority-projects-southeastern", "Ciscomani Leads Letter to CBP Commissioner on Border Priority Projects in Southeastern Arizona", "2025-08-19", "2025", "2025-08", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "TUCSON\u2013 Today, Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) led a letter to Rodney Scott, Commissioner for U.S. Customs and Border Protection, on local priority projects and needs for the southern border after the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) was passed into law just over two months ago.\n\nThe OBBBA allocated more than $64 billion to the agency for border security missions.\n\nIn the letter, Congressman Ciscomani wrote:\n\n\u201cWhile at home in Arizona\u2019s Sixth Congressional District this month, my staff and I have had the opportunity to visit with local U.S. Customs and Border Protection leadership to discuss the highest local priority needs. As a result of these conversations, I write today to urge your agency to fund critical projects in Arizona, which I believe will make our state and nation stronger and the border more secure.\u201d\n\nIn the letter, Congressman Ciscomani highlighted the most urgent needs for CBP in southern Arizona. You may click HERE or scroll below to read the full letter to U.S. Customs and Border Protection.\n\nImage", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T14:57:50Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/ciscomani-welcomes-new-communications-director", "Ciscomani Welcomes New Communications Director", "2025-08-19", "2025", "2025-08", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Yesterday, Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) welcomed Natalie Turner to the team, where she will serve as Communications Director.\n\nTurner most recently served as a Public Affairs Specialist with the Kansas Bureau of Investigation and previously served as the Deputy Press Secretary for U.S. Senator Roger Marshall. During college, Turner interned for former U.S. Senator Roy Blunt and Congresswoman Ann Wagner.\n\nTurner was born and raised in the Midwest, obtaining her bachelor\u2019s degree in strategic communication with a minor in leadership studies from the University of Kansas in 2021.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m thrilled to welcome Natalie to our team,\u201d said Congressman Ciscomani. \u201cHer experience in both state and federal communications will be a great asset as we continue to deliver results for the people of Arizona\u2019s 6th District. Natalie values and prioritizes local media, especially in our rural areas, and will help ensure that every community across our district is covered. I look forward to working with her to share the work we\u2019re doing on behalf of Southeastern Arizona.\u201d\n\nWith Turner stepping into this role, Ciscomani\u2019s office remains committed to strong and effective communication with constituents, press, and the entire district, ensuring that the voices and priorities of the 6th congressional district are represented in Washington.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T14:57:50Z"], ["https://gosar.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=9000", "DOJ Now Accepting Applications from Downwinders in Mohave County Under Congressman Gosar\u2019s Reauthorized and Expanded RECA Law", "2025-08-15", "2025", "2025-08", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Paul A. Gosar", "G000565", "gosar.house.gov", "gosar", "https://gosar.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx", "scraper", "Kingman, AZ -- Congressman Paul A. Gosar, D.D.S. (AZ-09), issued the following statement in response to the United States Department of Justice providing updated claim forms for Downwinders exposed to radiation during nuclear weapons testing during the Cold War era:\n\n\u201cThe new applications for the expanded Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) are now live on the Department of Justice\u2019s website for constituents residing in Mohave County. Claim forms for Downwinders under the amended RECA are available by clicking here.\n\nAs I previously reported, Congress included my legislation to reauthorize and expand RECA in the One Big Beautiful Bill. Immediately following President Trump\u2019s signing of the One Big Beautiful Bill into law, I contacted the Department of Justice to request they provide immediate guidance for claimants in Mohave County to apply for their RECA restitution and move quickly to reopen applications.\n\nI am very pleased that the Department of Justice honored my request and wasted no time updating their guidance for new claimants in Mohave County wishing to file under RECA who developed serious illness following radiation exposure from nuclear weapons testing during the Cold War era.\n\nNow, if you reside in Mohave County and were sickened by U.S. nuclear weapons testing during the Cold War era, you could be compensated up to $100,000 from the federal government for their negligence.\n\nThe United States Department of Justice administers the RECA program, reviews applications, and makes payments. The application window will close on December 31, 2027, however, filed claims are expected to be paid out after that date.", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-juan-ciscomani-hosts-obbba-roundtable-az06-leaders-highlight-wins", "Congressman Juan Ciscomani Hosts OBBBA Roundtable with AZ06 Leaders to Highlight Wins for Border Security, Economic Growth, Tax Relief, and Local Communities", "2025-08-13", "2025", "2025-08", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "TUCSON, AZ \u2013 Congressman Juan Ciscomani convened a diverse group of Arizona business, community and policy leaders for a roundtable discussion on the recently passed H.R. 1 \u2013 the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), highlighting key wins for border security, economic development, tax relief, and local priorities.\n\n\u201cThe One Big Beautiful Bill is about delivering real results for the people of Southern Arizona \u2014 strengthening our border, boosting our economy, providing tax relief, and ensuring our communities have the resources they need to thrive,\u201d said Congressman Ciscomani. \u201cToday\u2019s conversation brought together voices from agriculture, law enforcement, technology, construction, real estate, small business owners, and beyond \u2014 all highlighting how the One Big Beautiful Bill delivers on permanent tax cuts, secures our border, and spurs economic growth, and how they are committed to making Arizona stronger.\u201d\n\nParticipants included:\n\nArt del Cueto, National Border Patrol Council\n\nBen Menges, Arizona Farm Bureau\n\nBrad Lloyd, Lloyd Construction, Arizona Builders Alliance\n\nCarl Kaufman, Arizona Builders Alliance\n\nCarlos Ruiz, HT Metals\n\nDavid Godlweski, Southern Arizona Home Builders Association\n\nDominic Escamilla, Country Financial\n\nJared Gorshe, Americans For Prosperity \u2013 Arizona\n\nJosh Jacobsen, Sunland Foods\n\nKarla Morales, Arizona Technology Council\n\nKim Davids, President, Arizona Builders Alliance\n\nMonet Bacs, LIBRE Initiative\n\nNathan Goldman, Arizona Farm Bureau\n\nPam Furrie, Association of Mature American Citizens\n\nPaul Parisi, Our America\n\nRandy Graf, Green Valley/Sahuarita Chamber of Commerce\n\nShawn Cote, Tucson Association of Realtors\n\nDuring the event, Congressman Ciscomani outlined how OBBBA delivers meaningful results for Arizona, including enhanced border enforcement tools, regulatory relief for small businesses, infrastructure investments, targeted tax provisions, and support for local industries. Attendees shared firsthand how these provisions will positively impact their sectors and communities.\n\nOBBBA contains key measures to:\n\nSecure the Border \u2013 Providing enhanced technology, staffing, and resources to Customs and Border Protection.\n\nGrow the Economy \u2013 Cutting red tape and supporting industries vital to Arizona\u2019s growth.\n\nDeliver Tax Relief \u2013 Extending the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act provisions, protecting generational wealth for farmers and ranchers, providing estate tax relief, and supporting tax benefits for non-profits to better serve communities.\n\nInvest in Infrastructure \u2013 Funding transportation, water, and broadband projects across the state.\n\nSupport Local Priorities \u2013 Addressing community-specific needs raised by stakeholders.\n\nCongressman Ciscomani emphasized that the bill\u2019s success reflects the importance of collaboration between federal, state, and local partners, and reaffirmed his commitment to continuing these conversations to keep Arizona moving forward.\n\nThe OBBBA passed the U.S. House on July 3, 2025, and was signed by President Trump on Friday, July 4, 2025. July 4, 2025 marks the date of enactment for the tax provisions.\n\nFor additional information on the OBBBA from Congressman Ciscomani, click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T14:57:50Z"], ["https://crane.house.gov/2025/08/11/rep-crane-introduces-bill-to-rename-ash-fork-post-office-in-honor-of-fayrene-hume/", "Rep. Crane Introduces Bill to Rename Ash Fork Post Office in Honor of Fayrene Hume", "2025-08-11", "2025", "2025-08", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Elijah Crane", "C001132", "crane.house.gov", "crane", "https://crane.house.gov/media/", "scraper", "On Friday, Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) introduced H.R. 4919 to designate the post office at 765 West Old Route 66 in Ash Fork, Arizona, as the \u201cFayrene Hume Post Office.\u201d\n\nMrs. Hume was a longtime public servant who founded the Ash Fork Historical Society and Museum. She was a dedicated historian and an instrumental force in driving economic and educational development in Ash Fork.\n\nThis legislation honors the extraordinary service of this beloved community member and serves as a lasting tribute to her outstanding contributions.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T14:57:50Z"], ["https://biggs.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-biggs-americas-national-debt-threat-our-national-security", "Congressman Biggs: America\u2019s National Debt is a Threat to Our National Security", "2025-08-06", "2025", "2025-08", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Andy Biggs", "B001302", "biggs.house.gov", "biggs", "https://biggs.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Congressman Andy Biggs (R-AZ) introduced a resolution formally recognizing America\u2019s national debt as a threat to its national security. Congressman Biggs has introduced this resolution in previous congresses, and its reintroduction comes as America is hurtling toward an astounding $37 trillion national debt. Reckless spending, mounting interest payments, and waste, fraud, and abuse abound, yet Congress remains reluctant to cut spending and balance the budget.\n\nDespite Congress\u2019s refusal to commit to responsible spending habits, Congressman Biggs remains committed to implementing sound fiscal policy. He has also proposed a balanced budget amendment to the United States Constitution.\n\n\u201cThe federal government\u2019s wasteful spending spree is unsustainable and is inching us ever closer to a fiscal cliff,\u201d said Congressman Biggs.\n\n\u201cOur reckless spending habits will enable our adversaries to surpass us on the global stage and constrain our ability to defend our nation in the face of attack. It is past time for Congress to be serious about balancing the nation's budget and making significant cuts to federal spending, lest we pin a $70 trillion debt on our children and grandchildren\u2019s shoulders.\n\n\u201cRelying on continuing resolutions year after year is lazy legislating. Raising the debt ceiling every year is a cop out. American voters elected us to enact President Trump\u2019s America First priorities through responsible budgeting, not to maintain the status quo. My resolution acknowledges that Washington has a spending problem and calls to restore regular order to the appropriations process.\u201d\n\nCosponsors of the resolution include: Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL), Rep. Paul Gosar (R-AZ), Rep. Daniel Webster (R-FL), Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA), and Rep. Keith Self (R-TX).\n\nThe resolution may be read here, and Congressman Biggs\u2019s proposed balanced budget amendment may be read here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T14:57:50Z"], ["https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/ciscomani-urges-us-air-force-bring-new-space-force-mission-fort-huachuca", "Ciscomani Urges U.S. Air Force to Bring New Space Force Mission to Fort Huachuca", "2025-07-31", "2025", "2025-07", "Republican", "House", "AZ", "Juan Ciscomani", "C001133", "ciscomani.house.gov", "ciscomani", "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "SIERRA VISTA, AZ \u2013 In a letter to U.S. Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink, Congressman Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ) and two of his House colleagues say there is no better place for this U.S. Space Force mission than Fort Huachuca.\n\nThe lawmakers are urging the Department of the Air Force to select Fort Huachuca in Cochise County, Arizona, as the site of a new U.S. Space Force mission aimed at enhancing space domain awareness and early threat detection.\n\nCiscomani is joined on the letter by Rep. Andy Biggs (AZ-05) and Rep. Abe Hamadeh (AZ-08).\n\n\u201cFort Huachuca provides a strategically sound, operationally ready, and cost-effective location for this critical Space Force capability,\u201d they wrote in the letter. \u201cUnlike other locations, the Fort already has the supporting infrastructure, quality of life, with the opportunity for joint operations. We respectfully urge your full consideration as the Department moves forward with its basing process.\u201d\n\nCommunity leaders echoed Ciscomani\u2019s call for a new Space Force mission.\n\n\u201cBringing a new U.S. Space Force mission to Fort Huachuca would be a game-changer for Sierra Vista and our surrounding region. This mission would not only strengthen our national defense posture but also create high-quality jobs, attract new talent, and reinforce our city\u2019s long-standing partnership with the Department of Defense. I appreciate Congressman Ciscomani\u2019s advocacy and leadership in championing Fort Huachuca as the right place for this important investment for our future.\u201d\n\n\u2014 Clea McCaa, Mayor of Sierra Vista\n\nCongressman Ciscomani\u2019s leadership in advocating for Fort Huachuca as a site for a new U.S. Space Force mission reflects a clear understanding of Arizona\u2019s strategic value to our nation's defense. Fort Huachuca\u2019s unique capabilities, geographic advantages, and history of supporting joint operations make it an ideal choice. The University of Arizona has long collaborated with Fort Huachuca and is recognized nationally for its expertise in space science and astronomy, optics, and space domain awareness. 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