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https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-responds-to-closure-of-public-lands-for-border-wall-construction Rep. Grijalva Responds to Closure of Public Lands for Border Wall Construction 2026-09-29 2026 2026-09 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper “Using border wall construction to justify closing dozens of acres of public lands at a moment's notice through January 2029 is unnecessary and deeply troubling - especially when these lands include sensitive ecosystems and world-class biodiversity that cannot simply be replaced. We have already seen the devastating consequences when DHS and its contractors operate without oversight along the border, including the destruction of the Las Playas Intaglio." "Arizonans deserve transparency about what is happening on our public lands. We have a right to know why such a sweeping closure is necessary and what is being done to protect these areas — not be shut out from documenting the impacts of border wall construction." 1 2026-09-30T10:57:52Z 2026-09-30T10:59:04Z
https://stanton.house.gov/2026/9/stanton-ranking-member-raskin-demand-answers-after-congressional-access-blocked-at-immigration-courtroom-inside-fema-headquarters Stanton, Ranking Member Raskin Demand Answers After Congressional Access Blocked at Immigration Courtroom Inside FEMA Headquarters 2026-09-29 2026 2026-09 Democrat House AZ Greg Stanton S001211 stanton.house.gov stanton https://stanton.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Greg Stanton (AZ-04), Ranking Member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management, and U.S. Representative Jamie Raskin (MD-08), Ranking Member of the House Committee on the Judiciary, sent a letter to Trump Administration officials raising serious concerns about public access to “pop-up” immigration courtrooms, including one at FEMA headquarters in Washington, D.C. On Wednesday, September 23, ICE officers barred Ranking Member Stanton, his staff, and House Judiciary Committee staff from entering the courtroom to observe proceedings. Over the next several hours, the Department of Justice, ICE, and FEMA congressional affairs offices each pointed to another agency as the one in charge of access. DHS eventually authorized entry for Stanton alone and did not admit any accompanying staff. When Stanton returned on Thursday, September 24, he waited about 20 minutes before being let in. Once inside, the presiding judge confirmed for the record that the proceedings were open to the public. The lawmakers note that under federal regulation (8 C.F.R. § 1003.27) and EOIR's own policies, immigration court hearings are presumptively open to the public. A hearing may be closed only if the presiding judge determines that closure is necessary to protect a party. No such determination was made or cited. "The back-and-forth finger pointing regarding agency jurisdiction over the court was completely unwarranted given that the judge reiterated that the court is open to the public," Stanton and Raskin write. The letter also warns that because each agency disclaimed responsibility, it appears "EOIR's authority over courtroom access is being exercised, in practice, by DHS and its components." It asks DOJ to clarify how EOIR is exercising, or delegating, that responsibility. The White House has reportedly directed DHS to find space for more immigration courtrooms nationwide, including in Washington, D.C., Los Angele… 1 2026-09-30T10:57:52Z 2026-09-30T10:59:04Z
https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases/ansari-stanton-grijalva-kelly-gallego-push-for-federal-funding-to-restore-grand-canyon-after-floods-wildfires Ansari, Stanton, Grijalva, Kelly, Gallego Push for Federal Funding to Restore Grand Canyon After Floods, Wildfires 2026-09-25 2026 2026-09 Democrat House AZ Yassamin Ansari A000381 ansari.house.gov ansari https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Lawmakers call for resources to repair damaged infrastructure, restore visitor access, and support long-term recovery after successive disasters WASHINGTON – Today, Representatives Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03), Greg Stanton (AZ-04), Adelita Grijalva (AZ-07), alongside Senators Mark Kelly (D-AZ) and Ruben Gallego (D-AZ), urged House and Senate appropriators to provide additional federal resources to restore the Grand Canyon National Park following the catastrophic August flooding and last summer’s Dragon Bravo and White Sage Fires. In a letter to the leaders of the House and Senate Appropriations Committees, the lawmakers called for sufficient funding to repair and rebuild damaged infrastructure, address ongoing hazards, safely restore visitor access and services, and support the park’s long-term recovery. “Over the past year, Grand Canyon National Park and the surrounding landscapes have suffered a devastating series of disasters that have damaged critical infrastructure and disrupted communities across the region,” the lawmakers wrote. “These successive disasters have created recovery needs that cannot be adequately addressed through existing National Park Service resources.” On August 29, 2026, severe flash flooding tore through Bright Angel Canyon and the Phantom Ranch area, causing extensive damage to trails, bridges, and critical water infrastructure. The flooding damaged the water intake and pipeline that supply the South Rim and forced closures and restrictions across the park. The National Park Service continues recovery and repair work, including efforts to restore a reliable water supply and repair damaged infrastructure. The flooding comes as the Grand Canyon and surrounding communities continue recovering from last summer’s Dragon Bravo and White Sage Fires. The Dragon Bravo Fire burned nearly 150,000 acres and destroyed more than 100 buildings and structures, including the historic Grand Canyon Lodge, while the White Sage Fire forced evacuations around Jacob Lake and temporarily cut off access to the… 1 2026-09-26T09:43:57Z 2026-09-26T09:44:55Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-sen-wyden-introduce-bill-to-protect-social-security-benefits-from-garnishment Rep. Grijalva, Sen. Wyden Introduce Bill to Protect Social Security Benefits from Garnishment 2026-09-24 2026 2026-09 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Washington, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva and Senator Ron Wyden introduced the Protection of Social Security Benefits Restoration Act, legislation to restore protections for Social Security and other earned benefits from garnishment. The bill would repeal provisions added in 1996 that allowed the federal government to reduce Social Security benefits to collect delinquent federal non-tax debts, such as student loans. The legislation would restore the protections originally provided under the Social Security Act and extend those protections across Social Security, Railroad Retirement, and Black Lung benefits. “Social Security is not a handout — it is a benefit earned over decades of hard work. Retirees deserve to know that money will be there when they need it,” said Rep. Grijalva. “At a time when the cost of living continues to rise, seniors living on fixed incomes can’t afford to have their Social Security benefits taken away. I’m proud to introduce this legislation with Senator Wyden to protect these critical benefits that retirees have earned.” “Social Security should not be able to garnish benefits that American workers earned over a lifetime of hard work on account of outstanding student debt or other federal loans,” said Senator Wyden. “With inflation and rising costs of living, Congress must take the financial burden off struggling seniors and Americans with disabilities at risk of seeing their Social Security benefits cut. That's why I am proud to introduce legislation that will ensure that Americans’ benefits are protected from garnishment, providing greater peace of mind to seniors in their retirement." By the numbers: For millions of adults, Social Security is their sole source of income and for more than 63% it makes up over half of their retirement income. Garnishment can be financially devastating. According to the CFPB, the total amount of Social Security benefits the Department of Education collected between 2001 and 2019 through the offset program increased from $16.2 milli… 1 2026-09-25T10:04:52Z 2026-09-25T10:05:46Z
https://stanton.house.gov/2026/9/stanton-calls-for-ai-safeguards-ahead-of-trump-xi-meeting Stanton Calls for AI Safeguards Ahead of Trump-Xi Meeting 2026-09-23 2026 2026-09 Democrat House AZ Greg Stanton S001211 stanton.house.gov stanton https://stanton.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON D.C. – Ahead of Trump’s meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, U.S. Representative Greg Stanton (AZ-04) joined his Democratic colleagues on the House Select Committee on Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party to call for the United States and China to reach an agreement on basic artificial intelligence safeguards. Stanton emphasized that AI should be a major part of the two leaders’ conversations and stressed the need for the two countries to work together to prevent catastrophic misuse of the rapidly developing technology, drawing attention to the risks Washington and Beijing share. This follows Stanton’s efforts ahead of the summit to ensure AI safety receives the immediate attention in Washington it deserves. Last week, he joined 26 of his Democratic colleagues on the House Foreign Affairs Committee in calling on Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to urge the administration to pursue sustained, substantive U.S.-China dialogue on AI safety risks and prioritize those issues in the upcoming bilateral summit. Stanton also joined 106 of his colleagues in urging Speaker Mike Johnson to bring the House back into session to address the risks posed by advanced AI, including mass cybersecurity breaches and the development of biological or chemical weapons. Full text of Stanton’s remarks as prepared is below, and video is HERE. — Thank you to our witnesses for joining us today. Tomorrow, leaders of the two most powerful AI nations on earth will sit across from each other. They’ll talk about trade, tariffs and Taiwan. . . but if they walk away without real progress on AI, they will have missed the mark. I believe America can and will win the AI race, and I believe we have a duty to do so in a way that protects the interests of the American people. In America, innovation and safety go hand in hand. We can and must do both. But President Trump’s full steam ahead, safety be damned approach to AI has to change. The consequences o… 1 2026-09-24T09:44:48Z 2026-09-24T09:45:52Z
https://stanton.house.gov/2026/9/stanton-leads-arizona-democrats-in-pressing-trump-administration-for-answers-on-proposed-data-center-on-public-lands Stanton Leads Arizona Democrats in Pressing Trump Administration for Answers on Proposed Data Center on Public Lands 2026-09-23 2026 2026-09 Democrat House AZ Greg Stanton S001211 stanton.house.gov stanton https://stanton.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON D.C. – U.S. Representative Greg Stanton (AZ-04) led Sens. Mark Kelly and Ruben Gallego and Reps. Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) and Adelita Grijalva (AZ-07) in pressing Interior Secretary Doug Burgum for answers after reporting revealed that the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is weighing data center-related proposals on federal public land. The proposals, not previously made public, show that the Trump administration is considering 12 data center and data center-related infrastructure projects covering more than 17,600 acres of federal public land across Arizona, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah and Wyoming. Four of the proposed data centers and related infrastructure projects are in Arizona, and they would span more than 3,000 acres of federal public land here. In the letter, the lawmakers raise questions about how these data center proposals were fast-tracked by Trump’s Executive Order 14318; how the projects will be implemented; and what this could mean for environmental reviews, public oversight, and Arizona’s water and energy resources. “Arizonans are entitled to transparency and robust public review as BLM considers such developments on our federal lands,” the lawmakers write. The delegation requested a congressional briefing before any of the proposed Arizona projects move forward. By October 2, 2026, they demand that Secretary Burgum provide information on: All data center proposals and candidate parcels under consideration in Arizona; The permitting and environmental review required for each proposal, including whether BLM intends to use categorical exclusions or other expedited procedures; Opportunities for public participation and consultation with Tribal governments, local governments and elected officials; and The projected water demand, water source and peak electric load associated with each proposed project. The letter to DOI Secretary Burgum is HERE. 1 2026-09-24T09:44:48Z 2026-09-24T09:45:52Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-reacts-to-planned-expansion-of-florence-detention-facility Rep. Grijalva Reacts to Planned Expansion of Florence Detention Facility 2026-09-22 2026 2026-09 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva released the below statement following new reports (here and here) that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has awarded a $1.2 billion contract for the expansion of an existing detention facility in Florence, Arizona. A project scope for the planned expansion can be accessed here. Previously, DHS announced plans for new detention facilities in Marana and Surprise, Arizona, however both projects have faced strong opposition from local residents and legal hurdles, leaving their future unclear. “After local residents overwhelmingly opposed ICE’s plans for massive new detention centers in Marana and Surprise, the Trump Administration is quietly moving to expand existing facility capacity in Florence. At the same time, people already in Arizona detention centers can’t get clean drinking water, edible food, or adequate medical care. DHS should be fixing these appalling conditions — not preparing to funnel another $1.2 billion in taxpayer dollars into expanding Trump’s cruel mass detention and deportation machine.” ### 1 2026-09-23T09:45:16Z 2026-09-23T09:46:14Z
https://stanton.house.gov/2026/9/stanton-delivers-key-arizona-priorities-in-bipartisan-water-infrastructure-bill Stanton Delivers Key Arizona Priorities in Bipartisan Water Infrastructure Bill 2026-09-22 2026 2026-09 Democrat House AZ Greg Stanton S001211 stanton.house.gov stanton https://stanton.house.gov/press-releases scraper Includes Additional $151 Million for Critical Water Infrastructure; Resources for Drought-Stricken Communities WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last week, U.S. Representative Greg Stanton (AZ-04) celebrated the final passage of the Water Resources Development Act of 2026 out of the House of Representatives. As the only Arizona member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Stanton helped shape the bipartisan legislation to authorize critical water infrastructure projects in Arizona and across the Southwest through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). The bill is now headed to the Senate. Stanton spoke on the House floor ahead of passage, saying, “My home state of Arizona has faced more than a quarter century of drought. Water stewardship and conservation are core parts of our culture.” He continued, “These federal investments are mission-critical to help us ensure reliable water services for our residents and businesses.” To address water and wastewater infrastructure needs across Arizona, Stanton secured several Arizona wins in the final bill, including: Arizona Environmental Infrastructure Authority. Adds $151,598,000 to Stanton’s signature Arizona Environmental Infrastructure Authority (AZEI), bringing the program’s total authorization to $401 million. Stanton created the program during his first term to help small, rural, and Tribal communities fund critical water infrastructure projects. Since 2020, it has funded more than 30 water conservation and reuse projects across Arizona, including water lines, wells, wastewater systems and aquifer recharge projects—helping communities get the most out of every drop of water. Prioritizing Tribal Water Rights. Secures $10 million for the Gila River Indian Community (GRIC) to support water infrastructure projects that will affirm historic water rights and support water conservation efforts through new diversion dam and canal projects. Tribal Partnership Project Completion. Directs the USACE to expedite the completion of the Pima-Maricopa Irrigation Projec… 1 2026-09-23T09:45:16Z 2026-09-23T09:46:14Z
https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases/ansari-min-demand-law-school-admission-council-restore-accounts-improperly-restricted-based-on-iranian-nationality Ansari, Min Demand Law School Admission Council Restore Accounts Improperly Restricted Based on Iranian Nationality 2026-09-21 2026 2026-09 Democrat House AZ Yassamin Ansari A000381 ansari.house.gov ansari https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Today, Representatives Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) and Dave Min (CA-47) sent a letter to the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) President and CEO Sudha Setty demanding that LSAC immediately review and restore accounts improperly restricted based on Iranian nationality or heritage. The reported restrictions have affected U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other individuals residing in the United States during a crucial point in the law school admissions cycle. The lawmakers’ letter follows reports that LSAC broadly suspended accounts belonging to individuals of Iranian nationality or heritage after the Office of Foreign Assets Control suspended Iran General License G, under its Iran Sanctions program. The members emphasized that federal sanctions rules restrict certain services provided to Iran, the Government of Iran, or persons in Iran, but do not make Iranian nationality alone a basis for prohibiting services. In their letter, the lawmakers write, “LSAC's broad suspension of the accounts of all individuals of Iranian nationality or heritage regardless of residence is an egregious overcompliance that has unfairly targeted impacted American citizens and residents based on national origin alone.” They further state, “These suspensions occurred at a particularly consequential point in the admissions cycle and created uncertainty regarding candidates' ability to sit for scheduled examinations, access their accounts and application materials, and meet admissions deadlines. For candidates with an imminent examination or application deadline, restoring an account several days later may not fully remedy the resulting harm.” “At its core, this is about equal access to legal education and the danger of treating Iranian nationality as a proxy for sanctions risk. Institutions should determine whether a restriction is legally required based on each person’s individual circumstances, not impose sweeping restrictions and place the burden on applicants to prove that the restrictions should have never applied to the… 1 2026-09-22T09:42:49Z 2026-09-22T09:44:35Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-demands-immediate-release-of-ahmed-soliman-following-reports-of-beating-imprisonment Rep. Grijalva Demands Immediate Release of Ahmed Soliman Following Reports of Beating, Imprisonment 2026-09-21 2026 2026-09 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva released the below statement following new reports (here, here, and here) that Ahmed Soliman was “hooded, bound, and beaten with guns and shoved down a flight of stairs,” and is at risk of torture. Ahmed was recently arrested by local authorities after speaking out about the conditions he and other detainees who were deported from the U.S. face at a decommissioned hotel in Equatorial Guinea. “I am horrified by disturbing new reports of Ahmed being hooded, bound, and beaten. I fear his life is in immediate danger. The Trump Administration deported Ahmed into harm’s way and bears full responsibility for his cruel treatment — and for what happens to him next. The Administration must act immediately to secure Ahmed’s release before it is too late, along with the release of others being involuntarily held in Equatorial Guinea. Moreover, DHS must immediately cease this shameful and illegal practice of third-party country deportations.” ### 1 2026-09-22T09:42:49Z 2026-09-22T09:44:35Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-introduces-english-language-learner-education-package-to-support-students-families-and-educators Rep. Grijalva Introduces English Language Learner Education Package to Support Students, Families, and Educators 2026-09-21 2026 2026-09 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Washington, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva introduced a package of English Language Learner bills, comprehensive legislation that includes the Reaching English Learners Act, the Families Learning and Understanding English Together (FLUENT) Act, and the Supporting Young Language Learners’ Access to Bilingual Education (SYLLABLE) Act. English Learners (ELs) make up 10.6% of the nation's K-12 population, totaling over 5 million public school students. This diverse demographic spans one in ten students nationwide, including native speakers of Spanish, Vietnamese, Arabic, and many other languages. According to the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), the high school graduation rate for ELs sits at just 68 percent, compared to 85 percent for their non-EL peers. Together, these bills would provide sustained investments in programs, partnerships, and services that support English learners, their families, and the educators who serve them. The package includes: The Reaching English Learners Act would strengthen partnerships between institutions of higher education and high-need local educational agencies through competitive grants. The U.S. Department of Education reports that 32 states and the District of Columbia lack enough qualified EL educators. These grants would help pre-service teachers obtain English as a Second Language (ESL) licensure and prepare more educators to meet the needs of English learners. The Families Learning and Understanding English Together (FLUENT) Act would expand literacy services for families of English learners with unmet literacy needs. By increasing access to literacy education and resources, the bill would help families strengthen educational, social, and economic opportunities. The Supporting Young Language Learners’ Access to Bilingual Education (SYLLABLE) Act would strengthen bilingual education through targeted investments in dual-language immersion programs and support innovative strategies at local educational agencies serving students from low-inc… 1 2026-09-22T09:42:49Z 2026-09-22T09:44:35Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-raises-alarm-on-deteriorating-conditions-at-eloy-detention-center Rep. Grijalva Raises Alarm on Deteriorating Conditions at Eloy Detention Center 2026-09-18 2026 2026-09 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Detainees have reported no access to drinking water, edible food, or AC Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva took to the House floor to sound the alarm about deteriorating conditions at the Eloy Detention Center in Arizona, following multiple reports her office has received from family members of detainees and their lawyers. They report detainees receiving only “ice chips” instead of proper drinking water, inedible food, and several housing units without air conditioning. Rep. Grijalva has completed five oversight visits of immigration detention facilities since taking office, including her first oversight visit as a Congresswoman to the facility in Eloy, which ultimately led to the release of Julia “La abuela” Benitez, a 79 year-old Cuban asylum seeker with dementia who was held there for nine months. In July, 120 detainees signed a letter outlining human rights abuses by the guards at the Eloy facility, which is privately operated by Core Civic. Watch the full speech here. A copy of her remarks are below: “Mr. Speaker, I rise today to sound the alarm about deteriorating conditions at the Eloy Detention Center. My office has received multiple reports from the family members of people in detention and their lawyers that detainees are being denied access to proper drinking water. Instead, they are being given one cup of “ice chips” per day. In fact, I just met with Sonya, the wife of Yari, who was diagnosed with leukemia and is currently being held at Eloy. Her wife told her that detainees are only being given ice chips for water, which they have to wait until they melt. Two housing blocks are also without air conditioning. This is an outrage. At least 57 people have already died in ICE custody this year – 4 of them in Arizona. This number is likely higher. How many more human beings need to die before we do something? This is a moral failure. I’m calling on DHS to immediately address these conditions and ensure that all detainees have access to safe drinking water, edible food, and huma… 1 2026-09-19T09:11:33Z 2026-09-19T09:12:45Z
https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases/ansari-leads-house-in-demanding-trump-act-now-on-ai-global-security Ansari Leads House in Demanding Trump Act Now on AI Global Security 2026-09-17 2026 2026-09 Democrat House AZ Yassamin Ansari A000381 ansari.house.gov ansari https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Ansari’s Letter Signed by More Than 40 House Colleagues WASHINGTON – Today, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) led more than 40 of her House colleagues in demanding President Donald Trump to lead an international effort to establish global rules on artificial intelligence. Ansari’s letter comes as House Republicans cut the congressional work schedule short and sent members home, even as AI experts and industry leaders are issuing increasingly urgent warnings about the national security and societal risks posed by rapidly advancing AI. In their letter, the lawmakers write, “As AI rapidly advances in the U.S. and around the globe, your administration must immediately initiate dialogue with allies, and also competitors and adversaries, to engage in comprehensive and urgent negotiations regarding the future of AI. These much-needed negotiations will enhance our economic competitiveness while preserving global national security for generations to come.” They further state, “True global security in the untested and fast-advancing field of AI requires stability, predictability, and strategic restraint. Without deliberate multilateral mechanisms for coordinated restraint and calculated risk reduction, the race by multibillion dollar companies to deploy ever-more powerful models risks inadvertently triggering a global economic disruption, attacks on critical infrastructure, the spread of supercharged disease, dangerous military miscalculations, and other potentially devastating impacts for humanity.” Ansari’s letter is co-signed by Representatives Gabe Amo (RI-01), Nanette Barragán (CA-44), Don Beyer (VA-08), Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01), Shontel Brown (OH-11), André Carson (IN-07), Greg Casar (TX-35), Joaquin Castro (TX-20), J. Correa (CA-46), Joe Courtney (CT-02), Christopher Deluzio (PA-17), Mark DeSaulnier (CA-10), Maxine Dexter (OR-03), Sarah Elfreth (MD-03), Veronica Escobar (TX-16), Bill Foster (IL-11), Valerie Foushee (NC-04), Lois Frankel (FL-22), Robert Garcia (CA-42), Josh Gottheimer (NJ-05), Adelita Grija… 1 2026-09-18T09:27:43Z 2026-09-18T09:29:09Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-pleas-for-safety-of-ahmed-soliman-arizonan-in-danger-after-deportation-to-equatorial-guinea Rep. Grijalva Pleas for Safety of Ahmed Soliman; Arizonan in Danger After Deportation to Equatorial Guinea 2026-09-16 2026 2026-09 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva issued a video statement pleading for the safety of Ahmed Soliman, a 30-year-old Arizonan who has lived in the United States since he was four years old but was deported to Equatorial Guinea, a country he has zero ties to. A judge determined he could face torture or death if returned to his birth country of Egypt because he is gay, so the Trump administration deported him instead to Equatorial Guinea. According to the Arizona Daily Star, on Friday Ahmed was arrested by local authorities in Equatorial Guinea after he spoke out about the inhumane conditions he and other detainees faced in their confinement – including being threatened at gunpoint – at a decommissioned hotel surrounded by armed guards. His phone was confiscated, cutting off his ability to communicate with the outside world. His current condition is unknown. 1 2026-09-17T09:52:05Z 2026-09-17T09:53:00Z
https://stanton.house.gov/2026/9/house-unanimously-passes-stanton-s-bipartisan-bill-to-improve-native-american-health-care-outcomes House Unanimously Passes Stanton’s Bipartisan Bill to Improve Native American Health Care Outcomes 2026-09-15 2026 2026-09 Democrat House AZ Greg Stanton S001211 stanton.house.gov stanton https://stanton.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – The House unanimously passed U.S. Representative Greg Stanton’s (AZ-04) bipartisan legislation to improve health outcomes for Native American communities. The late Sen. John McCain (R-AZ) championed this proposal, first introducing legislation in 1994. It passed the Senate five times, including when efforts were made to include it in the Affordable Care Act, but the bill never received a vote in the House. Stanton and Joyce have continued Sen. McCain’s legacy by introducing similar legislation in the last two Congresses. H.R. 741, the Stronger Engagement for Indian Health Needs Act of 2025, elevates the Director of the Indian Health Service (IHS) to Assistant Secretary for Indian Health within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). This creates a direct line of communication to the Secretary on all matters related to Indian health policy, shaping federal health care policy to directly address health care needs of American Indians and Alaska Natives (AI/ANs). The Assistant Secretary would work to enhance the government-to-government relationship between Indian Tribes and the United States, increase access and collaboration among agencies within HHS as Indian health policy and budgets are developed, and ensure these issues are a priority in current and future administrations. Stanton spoke on the House floor ahead of passage, saying, “The federal government has a sacred trust obligation to provide health care to native communities. And for far too long, we have fallen short of meeting it.” He continued, “As an Assistant Secretary, the head of IHS would finally have the pay and hiring authorities needed to tackle chronic workforce shortages and disparities in access to care. It means faster hiring, better retention, and a direct line to the Secretary on every matter affecting Indian health.” Video of Stanton’s speech is HERE. Native communities in Arizona and across the country continue to face significant disparities in access to quality health care. IHS has long struggled with … 1 2026-09-16T09:43:13Z 2026-09-16T09:44:22Z
https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases/ansari-stanton-kelly-gallego-announce-2-million-federal-investment-to-advance-water-reuse-technology-for-semiconductor-manufacturing-at-asu Ansari, Stanton Kelly, Gallego Announce $2 Million Federal Investment to Advance Water Reuse Technology for Semiconductor Manufacturing at ASU 2026-09-14 2026 2026-09 Democrat House AZ Yassamin Ansari A000381 ansari.house.gov ansari https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON D.C. – U.S. Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) and Representatives Greg Stanton (AZ-04) and U.S. Senators Mark Kelly and Ruben Gallego today announced $2,062,000 in federal funding for Arizona State University to develop, test, and demonstrate innovative water reuse technologies designed for semiconductor manufacturing. The award, made through the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), was secured as congressionally directed spending championed by the Arizona delegation. The project will test emerging water treatment technologies and validate them at ASU's Macro Technology Works (MTW) facility in Tempe, generating the real-world performance data industry needs to adopt water-saving solutions at scale. The work aims to help fabs improve conservation while strengthening the reliability of domestic semiconductor production. “In Arizona, water is our most precious and sacred resource. As our state continues to lead the nation in innovation and build the economy of the future through advanced semiconductor manufacturing, we must ensure that growth is sustainable,” said Rep. Ansari. “The federal dollars my colleagues and I secured will help do exactly that and ASU is a critical partner in driving the research, innovation, and commercialization needed to reduce water use and strengthen our resilience. Our future depends on it." "Arizona is proving that you can lead the nation in semiconductor manufacturing and be a responsible steward of every drop of water," said Rep. Stanton. "This investment puts ASU's researchers to work on exactly the right challenge: making sure the industry driving our economic future can grow without straining the water resources our communities depend on. That's how we keep chip production strong and sustainable right here in Arizona." “Arizona is a national leader in chip manufacturing, and we know how to manage water responsibly,” said Senator Kelly. “This investment builds on that leadership by developing water reuse technology, creating good-paying jobs, strengthening Am… 1 2026-09-15T09:50:21Z 2026-09-15T09:52:05Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-statement-on-epa-decision-to-roll-back-power-plant-emission-rules Rep. Grijalva Statement on EPA Decision to Roll Back Power Plant Emission Rules 2026-09-14 2026 2026-09 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper “The Trump administration is once again prioritizing corporate profits over lower utility bills and the health of working families,” said Rep. Grijalva. “Instead of investing in cheaper clean energy solutions, Trump is propping up dirty and expensive fossil fuel plants in order to appease his donors. Arizonans deserve clean air and lower utility bills – not handouts to the coal industry. We should be moving forward on clean energy and stronger protections, not turning back the clock.” 1 2026-09-15T09:50:21Z 2026-09-15T09:52:05Z
https://stanton.house.gov/2026/9/stanton-ansari-kelly-gallego-announce-2-million-to-advance-water-reuse-technology-for-semiconductor-manufacturing-at-asu Stanton, Ansari, Kelly, Gallego Announce $2 Million Federal Investment to Advance Water Reuse Technology for Semiconductor Manufacturing at ASU 2026-09-14 2026 2026-09 Democrat House AZ Greg Stanton S001211 stanton.house.gov stanton https://stanton.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON D.C. – U.S. Representatives Greg Stanton (AZ-04) and Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) and U.S. Senators Mark Kelly and Ruben Gallego today announced $2,062,000 in federal funding for Arizona State University to develop, test, and demonstrate innovative water reuse technologies designed for semiconductor manufacturing. The award, made through the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), was secured as congressionally directed spending championed by the Arizona delegation. The project will test emerging water treatment technologies and validate them at ASU's Macro Technology Works (MTW) facility in Tempe, generating the real-world performance data industry needs to adopt water-saving solutions at scale. The work aims to help fabs improve conservation while strengthening the reliability of domestic semiconductor production. "Arizona is proving that you can lead the nation in semiconductor manufacturing and be a responsible steward of every drop of water," said Rep. Stanton. "This investment puts ASU's researchers to work on exactly the right challenge: making sure the industry driving our economic future can grow without straining the water resources our communities depend on. That's how we keep chip production strong and sustainable right here in Arizona." “In Arizona, water is our most precious and sacred resource. As our state continues to lead the nation in innovation and build the economy of the future through advanced semiconductor manufacturing, we must ensure that growth is sustainable,” said Rep. Ansari. “The federal dollars my colleagues and I secured will help do exactly that and ASU is a critical partner in driving the research, innovation, and commercialization needed to reduce water use and strengthen our resilience. Our future depends on it." “Arizona is a national leader in chip manufacturing, and we know how to manage water responsibly,” said Senator Kelly. “This investment builds on that leadership by developing water reuse technology, creating good-paying jobs, strengthening Am… 1 2026-09-15T09:50:21Z 2026-09-15T09:52:05Z
https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases/arizona-industries-for-the-blind-honors-rep-yassamin-ansari-as-an-abilityone-congressional-champion ARIZONA INDUSTRIES FOR THE BLIND HONORS REP. YASSAMIN ANSARI AS AN ABILITYONE CONGRESSIONAL CHAMPION 2026-09-12 2026 2026-09 Democrat House AZ Yassamin Ansari A000381 ansari.house.gov ansari https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper PHOENIX — Arizona Industries for the Blind (AIB) presented U.S. Rep. Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) with the AbilityOne Congressional Champion Award on September 10, 2026, The award was presented during a visit to AIB’s Phoenix facility, where Rep. Ansari met with AIB team members and learned how their work supports federal customers and demonstrates the capabilities of people who are blind. “Congressional champions play an important role in protecting employment opportunities and ensuring the AbilityOne Program remains a dependable resource for federal customers,” said David Steinmetz, Community and Public Relations Manager for Arizona Industries for the Blind. “We appreciate Congresswoman Ansari taking the time to meet our team members, learn about their experiences and recognize the value they bring to Arizona and the nation.” “I am honored to receive the AbilityOne Congressional Champion Award from Arizona Industries for the Blind,” said Rep. Yassamin Ansari. “AIB team members demonstrate every day that people who are blind bring valuable skills, talent and dedication to our workforce. I remain committed to supporting policies that expand employment opportunities and ensure that every person has the opportunity to achieve greater independence through meaningful work.” The AbilityOne Congressional Champion Award recognizes members of Congress who demonstrate a commitment to the AbilityOne Program and the employment of people who are blind or have significant disabilities. Through the AbilityOne Program, AIB team members provide essential products and services to federal and military customers. AIB’s operations include warehousing and distribution, packaging, kitting, document imaging and Base Supply Center services. Photo description: Arizona Industries for the Blind President and CEO Chris LaFollettte stands besides Representative Yassamin Ansari as she holds the framed AbilityOne Congressional Champion Award, presented on September 10, 2026 at AIB headquarter. The award recognizes Rep. Ansari’s commitment to … 1 2026-09-22T09:42:49Z 2026-09-22T09:44:35Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-celebrates-new-wildcat-welcome-center-at-the-university-of-arizona Rep. Grijalva Celebrates New Wildcat Welcome Center at The University of Arizona 2026-09-11 2026 2026-09 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Tucson, AZ — On Wednesday, Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the University of Arizona’s new Wildcat Welcome Center, a dedicated space designed to welcome prospective students and their families to campus. The center will provide a central and welcoming space where prospective students and their families can learn more about the University of Arizona and experience its community and culture firsthand as they navigate the college decision-making process. It also features gathering spaces for visiting high school groups and workshops focused on academic programs, financial aid, student life, the application process, and other resources available to prospective students. “Two of my top priorities on the Education and Workforce Committee are investing in higher education and ensuring students have access to the resources they need to succeed,” said Rep. Grijalva. “This Center will provide students and their families with a place to learn about the application process, financial aid, and academic programs. I congratulate the University of Arizona in opening this new space to help students take the next step in furthering their education.” 1 2026-09-12T09:02:30Z 2026-09-12T09:03:27Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-condemns-proposed-expansion-of-border-patrol-checkpoints-across-southern-arizona Rep. Grijalva Condemns Proposed Expansion of Border Patrol Checkpoints Across Southern Arizona 2026-09-11 2026 2026-09 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Tucson, AZ — Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva released the following statement condemning the proposed expansion of U.S. Border Patrol checkpoints in Southern Arizona, including the expansion of existing sites along Interstate 19 and on West Arivaca Road, and the establishment of a new site near Three Points. According to the Department of Homeland Security’s Acquisition Planning Forecast System, the I-19 project could cost upwards of $50 to $100 million. “CBP is proposing to spend tens of millions of taxpayer dollars expanding and establishing new checkpoints while refusing to provide the public with basic answers about why these projects are necessary in the first place. DHS and CBP have more money than they know what to do with thanks to the more than $200 BILLION in new funding that Congressional Republicans have appropriated. At a time when working families are struggling to get by, this is an outrageous waste of taxpayer dollars.” “If the Trump administration was serious about border security, some of these resources would be going towards modernizing our ports of entry by improving staffing and infrastructure, especially considering that the overwhelming majority of illicit fentanyl seized by DHS is intercepted at our ports.” “I stand firmly with the residents, farmers, workers, businesses, and local leaders who are fighting this expansion. I will continue to push back against these projects and against the idea that federal agencies can come into our communities, spend tens of millions of taxpayer dollars on wasteful projects, and simply ignore the people who will have to live with the consequences.” 1 2026-09-12T09:02:30Z 2026-09-12T09:03:27Z
https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases/ansari-conducts-surprise-oversight-visit-at-ice-phoenix-field-office Ansari Conducts Surprise Oversight Visit at ICE Phoenix Field Office 2026-09-10 2026 2026-09 Democrat House AZ Yassamin Ansari A000381 ansari.house.gov ansari https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper PHOENIX – Yesterday, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) conducted her first oversight visit at the ICE Phoenix Field Office. This was Ansari’s thirteenth overall visit to detention facilities. “With Donald Trump and Stephen Miller's fascist and extremist mass deportation agenda with arbitrary quotas constantly that they are trying to hit, we know that rules have been broken and norms have been broken left and right, and we know that especially inside the detention centers in Arizona,” said Rep. Ansari. “I will continue to conduct this oversight. I do not support the fact that Donald Trump, with the support of every single Republican here in Arizona and Republicans in Congress, have now given 250 billion dollars to ICE and to CBP to terrorize people in communities.” Ansari’s oversight visit followed recent reporting from the Arizona Mirror that, between December 2025 and March 2026, ICE agents called 911 on 11 separate occasions to request medical assistance for detainees. The facility has no beds, no on-site medical services, limited access to food, and no showers accessible to detainees, despite holding times averaging more than 20 hours. WATCH Transcript of Ansari’s press conference remarks following her oversight visit: I conducted an oversight visit today at the Phoenix Field Office here in downtown Phoenix. This was my 13th oversight visit at an ice facility, and the reason I decided to come to this facility today was largely because of the reporting that the Arizona Mirror and other outlets have have done about the alarming conditions inside the facility, specifically the fact that between December of 2025 and March of 2026, we know there were 11 calls made to 911 for people having things like seizures and people having medical issues. The capacity is 155 people. My visit today was unannounced, and so ICE and nobody here knew that I was coming. The holding rooms look very similar to the way AROCC, which is the ICE holding facility in Mesa. There's a variety of rooms. They tell you exactly what the… 1 2026-09-12T09:02:30Z 2026-09-12T09:03:27Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-introduces-the-fairness-for-farm-workers-act Rep. Grijalva Introduces the Fairness for Farm Workers Act 2026-09-04 2026 2026-09 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva introduced the Fairness for Farm Workers Act, legislation to strengthen federal labor protections for agricultural workers by expanding overtime protections and narrowing exemptions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). When the FLSA established the 40-hour work week and overtime pay in 1938, it left out agricultural workers entirely, a carve-out written to appease Southern segregationists who refused labor protections to the Black workers dominating the industry at the time. While farm workers gained partial minimum wage protections in 1966, the overtime exclusion was never fixed. Today, the average farm worker family earns between $25,000 and $29,999 a year, the cost of a law that still doesn't guarantee them overtime pay. This legislation was first introduced by then-Senator Kamala Harris and Rep. Raúl M. Grijalva in 2018. Senator Alex Padilla (D-CA) has introduced the companion bill in the U.S. Senate during this 119th Congress. “Farm workers play an essential role in the nation’s food and agricultural economy yet remain one of the only groups of workers still excluded from full overtime protections under federal law,” said Rep. Grijalva. “This bill is fundamentally about fairness – ensuring that the workers who keep America fed receive the same workplace protections and benefits as any other worker.” This legislation comes as the Trump Administration’s attempt to lower wages for farm workers even further was blocked by the courts last week. “It’s shameful for this administration to try to undercut farm worker wages in order to address a labor shortage of its own making through its cruel immigration agenda,” continued Rep. Grijalva. “Since 1938, farm workers have been excluded from basic federal wage laws such as the right to overtime pay,” said UFW President Teresa Romero. “Today, with farm worker wages under attack, it is time to finally end this racist Jim Crow exclusion once and for all.” The Fairness for Farm Workers Act would: Establish ov… 1 2026-09-05T08:49:07Z 2026-09-05T08:50:44Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-responds-to-forest-service-approval-of-hermosa-mine-project-sounds-alarm-about-fast-41-expansion Rep. Grijalva Responds to Forest Service Approval of Hermosa Mine Project; Sounds Alarm About FAST-41 Expansion 2026-09-03 2026 2026-09 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva released the following statement after the Coronado National Forest approved South32 Hermosa Inc. Critical Minerals Project Exploration and Mine Plan of Operations, clearing the way for work to begin within the Patagonia Mountains of Southern Arizona, a world-class biodiversity hotspot with an extraordinary range of wildlife and plant species. Rep. Grijalva previously wrote a letter to Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz highlighting the concerns voiced by local residents, including risks to groundwater, public health, and the region’s fragile environment, as well as frustration with a process lacking transparency and meaningful opportunity for input. She also penned an op-ed in the Patagonia Regional Times outlining her concerns with the project. Just yesterday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation that would make all mining and mineral processing projects eligible for coverage under FAST-41, an expedited federal permitting process, not just those involving critical minerals. The Hermosa Mine project is the first mining project in the country approved under the FAST-41 process. “The FAST-41 approval of the Hermosa Mine project sets a dangerous precedent, as exemplified by a rushed review which ignored critical risks to groundwater, public health, and the region’s fragile ecosystem. Once the harm is inflicted, it cannot be undone. Unfortunately, Congress has ignored all the warning signs and chosen to expand this failed program, jeopardizing millions of acres of pristine public lands across the country.” ### 1 2026-09-04T09:19:37Z 2026-09-04T09:20:58Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-slams-bill-to-fast-track-mining-permits Rep. Grijalva Slams Bill to Fast-Track Mining Permits 2026-09-03 2026 2026-09 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva spoke on the House floor in opposition to H.R. 1501, legislation which passed the House today that would make mining and mineral processing projects eligible for coverage under FAST-41, an expedited federal permitting process. The bill would also block a Biden Administration proposal that would have narrowed FAST-41 eligibility for mining projects to those involving critical minerals and their supply chains. Earlier, Rep. Grijalva introduced an amendment that would have required meaningful, robust, and enforceable consultation with potentially impacted Tribal Nations before a mining project could qualify for expedited permitting under FAST-41. “At a time when we should be strengthening environmental protections, respecting Tribal sovereignty, and ensuring communities have a meaningful voice in decisions that affect their land and water, this bill moves us in the wrong direction,” said Rep. Grijalva. “I offered an amendment that would have required robust, meaningful, and enforceable consultation with potentially impacted Tribal Nations before a mining project could be eligible for expedited permitting under FAST-41. Tribal Nations deserve a meaningful seat at the table when projects could affect their lands, water, cultural resources, and communities.” Rep. Grijalva’s opposition to the legislation comes as she continues to raise concerns about proposed mining activity in Southern Arizona. She recently sent a letter to U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz raising serious concerns about the Hermosa critical minerals project – the first project in the country approved under FAST-41 – and calling for greater consideration of potential impacts on Tribal Nations, local communities, and the region’s natural resources. She also wrote an op-ed in the Patagonia Regional Times following the project’s approval. You can view her Floor remarks here. The full copy of her remarks is below: I rise today in opposition to H.R. 1501, the Protecting Domestic Mining A… 1 2026-09-04T09:19:37Z 2026-09-04T09:20:58Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-holds-moment-of-silence-on-house-floor-for-tucson-hate-crime-victims-calls-on-congress-to-act Rep. Grijalva Holds Moment of Silence on House Floor for Tucson Hate Crime Victims, Calls on Congress to Act 2026-09-02 2026 2026-09 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva took to the House floor to honor the lives of Cameron Davis Capara and Vincent Anthony Siqueiros, two victims of gun violence and hate at Venture-N in Tucson early Monday morning. During her remarks, Rep. Grijalva called on Congress to confront the nation’s epidemic of gun violence and take action to combat anti-LGBTQ+ hate and violence. You can view her remarks here, which are copied below: Today, we honor the lives of Cameron Davis Capara and Vincent Anthony Siqueiros, who were taken from us far too soon in an act of gun violence and hate at Venture-N in Tucson — a cherished place for queer people across the city. This type of targeted violence does not happen in a vacuum. It is cultivated by anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric, laws, policies, and executive orders. And it is the direct consequence of this body’s failure to act on gun violence. Cameron and Vincent should still be alive today. Mr. Speaker, how many more parents need to bury their children before Congress takes action to address the gun violence epidemic? How many more people need to die before this chamber stands up to the gun lobby? Our communities are sick and tired of hearing our “thoughts and prayers.” We should be acting today to pass commonsense gun safety laws and to combat hate and violence targeting LGBTQ+ folks. Now, I ask all of my colleagues to join members of the Arizona delegation and the Congressional Equality Caucus in a moment of silence to honor their lives and commit this chamber to action. 1 2026-09-03T09:29:33Z 2026-09-03T09:31:32Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-responds-to-border-wall-construction-near-quitobaquito-springs Rep. Grijalva Responds to Border Wall Construction Near Quitobaquito Springs 2026-09-02 2026 2026-09 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva released a video statement reacting to new footage showing border wall construction taking place near Quitobaquito Springs in the ancestral lands of the Tohono O’odham Nation. This follows her trip to Quitobaquito Springs last week, as well as a letter she sent to the Departments of Homeland Security and Interior alongside other House Members who represent border districts. You can view the video here, and her remarks are copied below: This morning, bulldozers are tearing through protected lands to make way for Trump’s second border wall — just 0.7 miles east of Quitobaquito Springs and getting closer. 1 2026-09-03T09:29:33Z 2026-09-03T09:31:32Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-statement-on-reported-hate-crime-and-shooting-at-lgbtqia-bar-in-tucson-killing-two Rep. Grijalva Statement on Reported Hate Crime and Shooting at LGBTQIA+ Bar in Tucson Killing Two 2026-08-31 2026 2026-08 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva released the following statement and spoke on the House Floor (video here) reacting to reports of a hate crime and shooting that targeted an LGBTQIA+ bar in Tucson, Arizona. “I am disgusted and deeply saddened to learn of a targeted act of hate and the cold-blooded murder of two members of our LGBTQIA+ community, Vincent Siqueiros and Cameron Capara, at the Venture-N bar in Tucson last night. This horrific attack is a painful reminder that even in welcoming communities like Tucson, hate and violence against the LGBTQIA+ community still exist.” “When that hate is combined with easy access to firearms, the consequences can be deadly. I am sick and tired of Congress refusing to lift a finger to protect our communities while, every day, dozens of people are shot and killed across the country. It does not have to be this way. The House of Representatives is returning to session this week, and our first action should be passing common-sense gun safety reforms that we know can save lives.” “In Tucson, we must come together as one city, mourn alongside the victims’ families and friends, and stand with our LGBTQIA+ community in saying in the most unconditional terms: everyone is welcome in Tucson, and hate has no place here.” 1 2026-09-02T09:19:58Z 2026-09-02T09:20:51Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-and-tohono-o-odham-nation-chairman-jose-condemn-federal-agents-entry-onto-sovereign-tribal-lands Rep. Grijalva and Tohono O’odham Nation Chairman Jose Condemn Federal Agents’ Entry Onto Sovereign Tribal Lands 2026-08-26 2026 2026-08 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper TUCSON, AZ — Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva and Tohono O’odham Nation Chairman Verlon Jose today condemned the entry of armed federal agents and federal contractors onto sovereign Tohono O’odham Nation lands without authorization and in violation of the Nation’s laws governing entry onto Tribal lands. According to the Tohono O’odham Nation, approximately 20 masked and armed Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents, alongside contractors and drilling trucks entered the Nation at approximately 4:00 a.m. Tuesday and began engaging in border wall pre-construction activities at three separate locations near the international border. Earlier this year, the border wall construction damaged the 1,000-year-old Las Playas Intaglio, underscoring the consequences of proceeding without meaningful Tribal consultation. Congresswoman Grijalva and Chairman Jose are calling for an immediate halt to unauthorized construction and pre-construction activity on Tribal lands and for the federal government to respect the Nation’s sovereignty and legal authority over its lands. “There is no justification for armed federal agents and contractors entering Tribal lands in the early hours of the morning and proceeding with construction activity without the consent of the Tohono O’odham Nation. The federal government cannot claim to respect Tribal sovereignty while simultaneously sending armed personnel onto a sovereign Tribal Nation’s lands and blocking Tribal police from enforcing Tribal law,” said Rep. Grijalva. “The United States must honor its obligations to Tribal Nations and respect the sovereignty, laws, sacred places, and ancestral lands of the O’odham people. We have already seen the irreversible damage caused when this Administration rushes forward with border construction.These actions come less than 24 hours after the Chairman and I visited this sacred site. I stand with Chairman Jose and the Tohono O’odham Nation in demanding that this activity stop immediately.” she added “The Tohono O’odham Nation has been clear: we w… 1 2026-08-27T16:10:01Z 2026-08-27T16:10:50Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/icymi-rep-grijalva-hosts-town-hall-on-border-wall-construction-in-ajo ICYMI: Rep. Grijalva Hosts Town Hall on Border Wall Construction in Ajo 2026-08-25 2026 2026-08 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Ajo, AZ — Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva participated in a town hall and listening session hosted by the International Sonoran Desert Alliance to discuss ongoing and planned construction along the U.S.-Mexico border. The town hall followed Rep. Grijalva’s site visit to Quitobaquito Springs, a cultural and sacred site in the ancestral homeland of the Tohono O’odham Nation. The area is also home to three endangered species and is at risk of being damaged as the Trump administration prepares for construction of a second meaningless border wall. “For the Tohono O'odham Nation, this is not just a border. The border cuts through an ancestral homeland that existed long before the United States or Mexico, long before the international boundary was drawn where it is today. It separates communities and families. It makes traditional practices more difficult. It places enormous pressure on lands and places that hold cultural and spiritual significance.” said Rep. Grijalva During the town hall, Rep. Grijalva announced that she had led a letter with Congressman Raul Ruiz and other border-region Members of Congress to the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of the Interior urging the agencies to suspend construction until meaningful Tribal consultation has taken place. She also announced plans to introduce legislation that would end DHS’s sweeping authority to waive federal laws to expedite border-wall construction. ### 1 2026-08-26T05:33:32Z 2026-08-26T05:34:56Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-ruiz-call-for-immediate-halt-to-border-wall-construction-on-tribal-lands Rep. Grijalva, Ruiz Call for Immediate Halt to Border Wall Construction on Tribal Lands 2026-08-25 2026 2026-08 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper TUCSON, AZ — Today, Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva and Congressman Raul Ruiz (CA-25) alongside Representatives Vernonica Escobar (TX-16) and Juan Vargas (CA-52) called on the Departments of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Interior (DOI) to immediately suspend construction of secondary border walls until the federal government has meaningfully consulted with the Tohono O’odham Nation. “As Members of Congress representing communities along the U.S.-Mexico border, including districts directly impacted by border enforcement operations and infrastructure construction, we write to express our serious concerns regarding the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) ongoing construction of secondary border walls. We are deeply concerned by federal government’s failure to meaningfully consult with Tribal Nations regarding projects that may impact sacred sites, cultural resources, and ancestral homelands,” the Members wrote. The letter also raises concerns about the use of taxpayer dollars on secondary border barriers and urges DHS to pursue more effective, cost-conscious approaches to border security, including modernizing and strengthening ports of entry. “We are also concerned these projects are wasting an extraordinary amount of taxpayer resources. The overwhelming majority of narcotics interdictions occur at ports of entry, where illicit drugs are typically smuggled through vehicles and commercial cargo rather than between ports of entry. At a time when Congress faces difficult funding decisions, DHS should be able to demonstrate that costly border wall construction is both operationally necessary and a responsible use of taxpayer dollars.” We urge DHS and the Department of the Interior (DOI) to immediately suspend further construction activities until meaningful government-to-government consultation has occurred with the Tohono O’odham Nation and Congress has received a full accounting of the project’s impacts on Tribal lands, cultural resources, and surrounding communities,” the Members wrote. The Members’ let… 1 2026-08-26T05:33:32Z 2026-08-26T05:34:56Z
https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases/ansari-celebrates-asylum-of-artemis-ghasemzadeh-iranian-christian-convert-deported-to-panama-by-trump-admin Ansari Celebrates Asylum of Artemis Ghasemzadeh, Iranian Christian convert deported to Panama by Trump Admin 2026-08-25 2026 2026-08 Democrat House AZ Yassamin Ansari A000381 ansari.house.gov ansari https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Artemis Ghasemzadeh fled the Islamic Republic of Iran due to religious persecution; was denied asylum in the U.S. WASHINGTON – Today, the New York Times reported that Artemis Ghasemzadeh, an Iranian Christian convert who was deported to Panama by the Trump Administration after seeking asylum in the United States, had been granted asylum in Canada. Last May, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) introduced the Artemis Act, legislation to protect due process by preventing individuals from facing expedited removal from the U.S. if they are nationals of or would be deported to countries designated by the State Department as engaging in severe violations of religious freedom. The bill was named for Ghasemzadeh. “The very small part my team and I played in today’s news is one of the most moving changes I’ve been humbled to be a part of in my entire career in public service; I am relieved, elated, hopeful, and moved by the kindness of the human spirit and the courage of Artemis,” said Rep. Ansari. “But none of this should have happened in the first place. Artemis was denied the due process afforded to asylum seekers by law, and returning to the Islamic Republic of Iran would have meant immediate, and likely deadly, danger for her, both as a woman and a Christian convert. My hope is that Artemis’ story, and our legislation, helps ensures that the nightmare she endured never happens to anyone else.” Today’s Times’ reporting reads, in part, “In May 2025, Representative Yassamin Ansari, a Democrat from Arizona who is Iranian American, introduced legislation in Congress called the Artemis Act. The bill sought to prohibit the expedited removal of individuals fleeing countries that the State Department says persecute religious minorities and to ensure they have the chance to claim asylum in a U.S. immigration court. The legislation had widespread support from Democrats but faced opposition from Republicans, who hold the majority in the House.” Last year, Ms. Ghasemzadeh, who speaks fluent English, was not given the requir… 1 2026-09-01T09:48:49Z 2026-09-01T09:49:51Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-statement-on-bureau-of-reclamation-s-colorado-river-operations-decision Rep. Grijalva Statement on Bureau of Reclamation’s Colorado River Operations Decision 2026-08-21 2026 2026-08 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Tucson, AZ — Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva released the following statement today following the Bureau of Reclamation’s record of decision on guidelines for 2027–2028 Colorado River operations: “While I am glad that the Department of the Interior took into account the Lower Basin states’ proposal for voluntary reductions in the short term, we still need a permanent solution that ensures Arizonans do not bear a disproportionate burden of water cuts. For that to happen, we need all seven Colorado River Basin states to cooperate—plain and simple. said Rep. Grijalva “Only an equitable, seven-state approach will put the Colorado River on a sustainable path, prevent dangerously low reservoir levels, and protect this critical resource for generations to come. As policymakers, we must also address the root causes of declining river flows and reservoir levels by confronting climate change and investing in a more drought-resilient Colorado River Basin.” ### 1 2026-08-22T05:24:59Z 2026-08-22T05:26:16Z
https://stanton.house.gov/2026/8/stanton-statement-on-bureau-of-reclamation-s-record-of-decision-and-operating-guidelines-for-2027-2028-colorado-river-operations Stanton Statement on Bureau of Reclamation's Record of Decision and Operating Guidelines for 2027-2028 Colorado River Operations 2026-08-21 2026 2026-08 Democrat House AZ Greg Stanton S001211 stanton.house.gov stanton https://stanton.house.gov/press-releases scraper PHOENIX — Today, U.S. Representative Greg Stanton (D-Ariz) issued the following statement: “Interior dragged this process out for years and blew through deadline after deadline, only to land on essentially the same commonsense proposal the Lower Basin States put forward back in May. Arizona and our partners did the hard work here. The White House just took its time catching up. I’m carefully reviewing the details of the Record of Decision and the Operating Guidelines. What we do know is that these two years of stability are welcome, and Arizona's families and businesses need the certainty this brings. Arizona will take a sizable reduction to our water, but we can expect to be spared the brunt of cuts the Final Environmental Impact Statement left on the table through 2028. We held firm on our legal rights. That is a credit to Governor Hobbs and leaders across the Lower Basin coming together to protect our economy and the future of the Colorado River. But a two-year reprieve is not a solution. The agreements holding this decision together must be durable, and a record-breaking drought won’t suddenly resolve itself. Every two years, this same threat of "CAP to zero" will hang over Arizona's head. That’s no way to run a system millions of people depend on for water, power, and food. Arizona has led on conservation for decades. We have earned a fair, long-term deal that respects our economic and national security importance as America's semiconductor capital — not another short-term fix that leaves us exposed. I’m going to fight for continued investments and forceful actions that will fuel further conservation and get us closer to a durable seven-state solution.” 1 2026-08-22T05:24:59Z 2026-08-22T05:26:16Z
https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases/ansari-demands-answers-after-trumps-plane-switch-put-personnel-and-journalists-at-risk Ansari Demands Answers After Trump’s Plane Switch Put Personnel and Journalists at Risk 2026-08-19 2026 2026-08 Democrat House AZ Yassamin Ansari A000381 ansari.house.gov ansari https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – Today, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) led Reps. Mike Quigley (IL-05), Jasmine Crockett (TX-30), Eleanor Holmes Norton (DC), Nikema Williams (GA-05), Danny Davis (IL-07), and Emily Randall (WA-06) in sending a letter to Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth demanding answers about the operational ruse executed during President Trump’s departure from the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey on July 8, 2026. In their letter, the lawmakers write, “This operation represents an unprecedented and unacceptable breach of ethical military conduct and a stunning lack of care for the lives of everyday government employees and unwitting American journalists aboard that plane. To intentionally place civilians in harm’s way as human decoys to draw potential enemy fire appears to be a grave ethical violation and undermines foundational principles of U.S. military law.” They further state, “Under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) and the U.S. Department of Defense Law of War Manual, military commanders and civilian leadership are strictly prohibited from using civilians or non-combatants to shield military objectives or facilitating tactical deceptions that endanger non-combatant lives — even if it is to protect the president.” The letter is endorsed by the Committee to Protect Journalists, Win Without War, Common Defense, MoveOn, and the Center for International Policy Advocacy. “The Trump administration has a responsibility to ensure that journalists covering the president are not needlessly exposed to danger. Transparency should be the norm for any administration, especially when safety is at stake,” said José Zamora, CPJ’s Regional Director for the Americas. “Sacrificing people as decoys without their knowledge or consent raises troubling questions about the ways the Trump administration is willing to gamble with our safety and security,” said Shayna Lewis, Deputy Director at Win Without War. “July’s operational ruse is merely the latest scandal that requires accountability, and Congress must demand a… 1 2026-08-20T05:28:41Z 2026-08-20T05:29:58Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-celebrates-new-federal-grants-and-programming-awarded-to-southern-arizona-libraries Rep. Grijalva Celebrates New Federal Grants and Programming Awarded to Southern Arizona Libraries 2026-08-19 2026 2026-08 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Tucson, AZ — Today, Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva celebrated new grant funding and programming for Arizona libraries that will strengthen digital preservation, support scientific research, expand educational programming, and connect rural communities with new cultural and learning opportunities. Together, these investments highlight the vital role libraries play in preserving knowledge and serving as community hubs for people across Southern Arizona. The three projects include: The Copper Queen Library in Bisbee was selected to join the first Smithsonian Rural Library Cohort, beginning in September. The 12-month program will provide virtual Smithsonian Associates content at no charge, support community programming, and give participating libraries access to a professional learning community, resources, and ongoing support from Smithsonian experts. The University of Arizona Libraries received $299,454 through the Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program to expand its Digital POWRR training program. The project will provide new training opportunities for library, archive, and cultural heritage professionals in digital preservation. The University of Arizona also received $199,450 through the National Leadership Grants program for a project focused on preserving data connected to scientific collections, including rocks, fossils, biological specimens, and water samples. “Libraries are at the heart of strong communities, and these investments demonstrate the many ways they help Arizonans learn, preserve our history, support research, and connect with the wider world,” said Rep. Grijalva. “From expanding digital preservation at the University of Arizona to bringing brand new Smithsonian programming to rural communities like Bisbee, these programs will give libraries the resources they need to continue serving Southern Arizona for years to come.” “We are honored to be selected for the inaugural Smithsonian Rural Library Cohort,” said Jason Macoviak, Copper Queen Library Manager. “This opportunity recognizes t… 1 2026-08-20T05:28:41Z 2026-08-20T05:29:58Z
https://stanton.house.gov/2026/8/stanton-celebrates-four-years-of-medicare-drug-price-negotiation-alongside-arizona-retirees Stanton Celebrates Four Years of Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Alongside Arizona Retirees 2026-08-18 2026 2026-08 Democrat House AZ Greg Stanton S001211 stanton.house.gov stanton https://stanton.house.gov/press-releases scraper TEMPE – U.S. Representative Greg Stanton (AZ-04) joined retirees and community advocates from the Arizona Alliance for Retired Americans (AARA) for a roundtable marking four years since the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). The discussion focused on how the landmark law has lowered prescription drug costs and solutions to healthcare expenses that continue to strain seniors’ budgets. “Four years ago, I took on Big Pharma and fought to get legislation signed into law that would finally empower Medicare to negotiate lower prescription drug prices for seniors. Today I proudly celebrate the progress we’ve made, alongside advocates like the AARA,” said Rep. Stanton. “I’ll keep fighting in Congress to expand these savings, strengthen Medicare, and make sure Arizonans can retire with dignity.” Stanton strongly supported the Inflation Reduction Act, which made major changes to Medicare Part D and Part B to lower drug costs. The law established a $2,000 out-of-pocket cap, capped insulin costs at $35 per month, made recommended vaccines available at no cost for people with Medicare Part D, expanded low-income subsidies, and empowered Medicare to negotiate drug prices. In Arizona’s Fourth Congressional District alone, approximately 26,000 Medicare beneficiaries saved a combined $6 million on their prescriptions in 2024 because of the law’s drug pricing provisions. AZ-04 Constituent Doug Hart, who has been on Medicare for 15 years, shared during the roundtable how the IRA has helped him save up to $5,000 a year in out-of-pocket drug costs. “Prescription drug costs are one of the biggest financial pressures facing older Arizonans, and no senior should have to choose between filling a prescription and paying for groceries, housing, or utilities," said Linda Somo, President of the Arizona Alliance for Retired Americans. "The Inflation Reduction Act took historic steps to lower those costs by finally giving Medicare the power to negotiate lower prices with drug companies and by capping what people with Medicare ha… 1 2026-08-19T05:29:02Z 2026-08-19T05:30:24Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-responds-to-court-ruling-denying-tohono-o-odham-nation-s-border-wall-injunction-pause-in-construction-at-big-bend Rep. Grijalva Responds to Court Ruling Denying Tohono O’odham Nation’s Border Wall Injunction; Pause in Construction at Big Bend 2026-08-17 2026 2026-08 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Tucson, AZ — Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva released the following statement after a U.S. District Court judge denied the Tohono O’odham Nation’s petition for a preliminary injunction to halt construction of a border wall through the Nation’s reservation. The ruling comes as U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced it would halt construction at Big Bend National Park after opposition from local stakeholders. “While I am disappointed by this preliminary ruling, CBP has just shown at Big Bend that it is willing and able to voluntarily pause border wall construction. Like Big Bend, the 62-mile segment in Arizona that would cross the Tohono O’odham Nation runs through environmentally sensitive lands, provides habitat for endangered species, and is located in a remote area with few border crossings. Unlike Big Bend, however, this stretch would be built on the lands of a sovereign Tribal Nation, impacting multiple sacred sites of historic, cultural and spiritual significance.” “Rather than proceeding down a path of costly litigation, CBP should pause construction on the Nation’s lands and engage meaningfully with tribal leaders and other stakeholders, just as it has begun to do at Big Bend. The Tohono O’odham Nation deserves to have its sovereignty, culture, and sacred sites respected. I will continue standing with the Nation and fighting to ensure that tribal voices are heard when decisions are being made about their own lands.” 1 2026-08-18T05:27:41Z 2026-08-18T05:29:06Z
https://stanton.house.gov/2026/8/report-stanton-earns-a-for-bipartisanship-in-congress-highest-ranked-arizona-house-democrat Report: Stanton Earns “A” for Bipartisanship in Congress, Highest-Ranked Arizona House Democrat 2026-08-14 2026 2026-08 Democrat House AZ Greg Stanton S001211 stanton.house.gov stanton https://stanton.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representative Greg Stanton (AZ-04) was ranked the most bipartisan Democrat in Arizona’s U.S. House delegation, earning an “A” grade and a 95 out of 100 Bridge Score in the latest Bridge Grades report. The nonpartisan organization evaluates how collaboratively or divisively members of Congress govern compared with their peers. “Proud to earn an A from Bridge Grades for being one of the most effective, bipartisan legislators in Congress. When it comes to lowering costs and supporting working families, I'll work with anyone — Democrat or Republican. That's the job, and Arizonans expect nothing less,” said Rep. Stanton on X. Stanton’s 95.0 Bridge Score is one of the highest among House Democrats in the 119th Congress, earning him an “A” for bipartisanship. The House average is 44.9, and of the 435 members evaluated by Bridge Grades, just 76 received an A—36 Democrats and 40 Republicans. Bridge Grades describes itself as a nonpartisan “polarization report card” and compiles third-party public data on lawmakers’ legislative records and public rhetoric, including whether members introduce and co-sponsor bipartisan legislation, discuss bipartisanship and avoid personal attacks. Scores are measured relative to other members of the same chamber. 1 2026-08-15T05:23:20Z 2026-08-15T05:24:50Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-announces-applications-open-for-military-academy-nominations Rep. Grijalva Announces Applications Open for Military Academy Nominations 2026-08-12 2026 2026-08 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Tucson, AZ — Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva announced that applications are open for military academy nominations for students in Arizona’s Seventh Congressional District. Rep. Grijalva is proud to have the opportunity to nominate outstanding students from AZ-07 to attend the nation’s service academies. These nominations provide students with an opportunity to pursue a rigorous education while preparing for a career of leadership, service, and commitment to our country. Eligible applicants must generally be U.S. citizens, Arizona residents, unmarried, and between the ages of 17 and 23, with some age requirements varying by academy. Applicants must also meet the eligibility requirements established by the respective service academies and be prepared to fulfill the service commitment associated with attending an academy. Applications are due Friday, October 30, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. MST. Students interested in applying should review the full eligibility requirements, application materials, and instructions on Rep. Grijalva’s official website before submitting their application. For questions about the nomination process, applicants may contact Grijalvanominations@mail.house.gov or call (520) 416-7680. 1 2026-08-13T06:17:16Z 2026-08-13T06:18:13Z
https://stanton.house.gov/2026/8/stanton-colleagues-to-fta-and-omb-stop-holding-infrastructure-dollars-hostage Stanton, Colleagues to FTA and OMB: Stop Holding Infrastructure Dollars Hostage 2026-08-12 2026 2026-08 Democrat House AZ Greg Stanton S001211 stanton.house.gov stanton https://stanton.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representative Greg Stanton (D-AZ) joined Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and 39 congressional Democrats in demanding that Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Acting Deputy Administrator Matthew Cahill and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director Russell Vought stop delaying the advancement of public transportation projects funded by the Capital Investment Grants (CIG) program. Currently, FTA has access to more than $1.9 billion in unobligated and unallocated funds ready to be spent; however, the Trump administration continues to hold up significant projects instead of spending its infrastructure dollars. We have watched for months as the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) have stonewalled the progress of worthy transit projects while President Trump and Department of Transportation Secretary Duffy are proclaiming a commitment to a 'golden age of transportation,'” the members wrote. “The growing backlog of projects in limbo due to FTA and OMB inaction is unacceptable,” the members continued. “We are very concerned that delaying the CIG project pipeline, while advancing only the Utah project, is potentially rooted in partisan political considerations, which could further violate statutory requirements.” “Every $1 invested in transit generates $5 in long-term economic value. Conversely, failing to deliver on long-promised transit investment carries serious economic consequences,” the members continued. “Should this egregious trend continue,” the members noted, “11 projects in 10 states…that anticipate signing a CIG grant agreement this year could be subjected to senseless delay.” The members concluded by reminding the administrators of the historically bipartisan nature of CIG-funded projects and demanded that their agencies immediately advance the stalled projects—regar… 1 2026-08-13T06:17:16Z 2026-08-13T06:18:13Z
https://stanton.house.gov/2026/8/stanton-marks-four-years-of-chips-act-with-facility-visits-highlights-impact-across-arizona Stanton Marks Four Years of CHIPS Act with Facility Visits, Highlights Impact Across Arizona 2026-08-11 2026 2026-08 Democrat House AZ Greg Stanton S001211 stanton.house.gov stanton https://stanton.house.gov/press-releases scraper PHOENIX — Four years after the bipartisan CHIPS and Science Act was signed into law, U.S. Representative Greg Stanton (AZ-04) highlighted the law’s significant impact on Arizona’s rapidly growing semiconductor industry by visiting manufacturers across the Valley that are helping bolster economic growth, create jobs, and strengthen U.S. national security. “The CHIPS and Science Act cemented Arizona’s place as a global leader in semiconductor manufacturing. These smart, targeted investments created good-paying jobs and ensured that the technologies that power America, like our smartphones and defense equipment, are made right here at home,” said Rep. Stanton. The CHIPS and Science Act made a historic federal investment of $52.7 billion to bring semiconductor manufacturing and its supply chain back to the United States, and it included a 25% investment tax credit for companies' manufacturing equipment costs. According to the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO), the legislation has funded 49 projects throughout the country and catalyzed over $30 billion in direct federal allocations to revitalize domestic manufacturing. Of that total, more than $15 billion in direct funding was awarded to companies in Arizona—the most of any state in the country. The CHIPS and Science Act is also helping build Arizona’s semiconductor workforce by supporting apprenticeship and workforce development programs through employers such as Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC). These investments have helped create thousands of new manufacturing jobs and support thousands more construction jobs across Arizona. U.S. Representative Greg Stanton visits Amkor Technology in Peoria, Arizona on Aug. 10, 2026. Stanton’s visit included stops at ASML and Amkor Technology, where a new facility is currently under construction. Amkor received $407 million in CHIPS funding for the facility, which is expected to create 3,000 high-quality jobs. The visits follow Stanton’s recent visit to TSMC, which announced last month an additiona… 1 2026-08-12T06:18:38Z 2026-08-12T06:20:33Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-op-ed-in-the-patagonia-regional-times-the-hermosa-mine-approval-sets-a-dangerous-precedent-for-the-entire-country Rep. Grijalva Op-Ed in the Patagonia Regional Times: The Hermosa Mine Approval Sets a Dangerous Precedent for the Entire Country 2026-08-10 2026 2026-08 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Patagonia, AZ – Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva penned an op-ed in the Patagonia Regional Times responding to the Forest Service’s Final Record of Decision allowing the Hermosa Mine project to move forward. As Rep. Grijalva writes, this project “is the first critical minerals project in the nation to move through the federal FAST-41 permitting framework, making it a testing ground for how mining projects are approved across the country.” You can read the full op-ed online or below: My constituents have made it clear that the recent federal approval of the Hermosa Mine Project poses serious risks to natural resources, public health, and the local economy in Patagonia and Santa Cruz County. I previously urged the U.S. Forest Service to extend the public review and comment period on this complex and controversial mining project so community members could have enough time to provide meaningful feedback. Unfortunately, the agency proceeded in approving the submitted plan. Not only will this project have lasting consequences for the surrounding communities, but the rushed approval process also sets a dangerous precedent for how large-scale mining projects are reviewed and approved across the country. The Hermosa Mine is the first critical minerals project in the nation to move through the federal FAST-41 permitting framework, making it a testing ground for how mining projects are approved across the country. The Forest Service’s fast-track approval of this project – despite several unresolved questions about the mine’s public health and environmental impacts – establishes a dangerous precedent that prioritizes speed over science and expediency over meaningful public participation. Communities should not be testing grounds for a sped up permitting process, and South32’s Hermosa project should not become the model for weakening environmental review under the banner of critical minerals development. The concerns that my constituents have raised throughout this process – including effects on groundwater, public heal… 1 2026-08-11T05:54:29Z 2026-08-11T05:56:25Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/icymi-rep-grijalva-stands-with-dreamers-at-press-conference-highlighting-threats-facing-daca-recipients ICYMI: Rep. Grijalva Stands With Dreamers at Press Conference Highlighting Threats Facing DACA Recipients 2026-08-05 2026 2026-08 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Tucson, AZ — Yesterday, Tuesday, August 4, Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva joined Dreamers and community advocates at a press conference highlighting the growing number of longtime DACA recipients and DREAMers facing deportation despite pursuing legal pathways to remain in the United States. During the press conference, Congresswoman Grijalva reaffirmed her commitment to protecting Dreamers and fighting for the rights of DACA recipients. She also condemned the Trump administration’s continued targeting of DACA recipients and immigrant communities who have built their lives in the United States. At the event, Congresswoman Grijalva was joined by Karla Toledo, Myndy Valencia-Sanchez, and Roberto Navarro Bocanegra, three DREAMers whose stories highlight the uncertainty and challenges faced by recipients of DACA and other longtime members of immigrant communities. Karla came to the United States at just one year old and has spent her life serving her community and building her future in Southern Arizona. Despite her longstanding ties to the region, she was previously detained by ICE. Roberto came to the United States as an 18-month-old child and later became a bone marrow donor for his younger sister during her battle with leukemia. After earning a full scholarship to the University of Arizona and pursuing a legal pathway through his U.S. citizen spouse, he was instead placed into deportation proceedings. Myndy came to the United States at age seven and has maintained valid DACA status for years. Although her protection remains valid through January 2027, ICE recently reopened her deportation case, forcing her back into immigration court. Congresswoman Grijalva emphasized that DREAMers are valued members of Arizona communities and that she will continue advocating for policies that protect their ability to live, work, and contribute without fear of deportation. Watch the full press conference here. ### 1 2026-08-06T07:37:31Z 2026-08-06T07:38:34Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-slams-trump-administration-for-destroying-100-year-old-cottonwood-trees-to-build-second-border-wall Rep. Grijalva Slams Trump Administration for Destroying 100-Year-Old Cottonwood Trees to Build Second Border Wall 2026-08-03 2026 2026-08 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Tucson, AZ — Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva issued the following statement after contractors working on the Trump administration's secondary border wall project cut down three 100-year old cottonwood trees near Lochiel, Arizona. The latest construction is part of the administration's multibillion-dollar border wall expansion across Arizona and Texas, including areas where barriers already exist. Conservationists have warned that the project threatens a sensitive wildlife habitat, fragile ecosystems, and culturally significant landscapes throughout the borderlands. "The Trump administration is bulldozing our public lands, destroying century-old trees, and endangering wildlife —all to build an unnecessary second border wall. That's not border security; it's reckless destruction. Arizonans deserve better than an administration that treats our natural landscapes and border communities as collateral damage for a political stunt, said Rep. Grijalva. In May, Rep. Grijalva questioned Department of the Interior Secretary Doug Burgum about construction of a second border wall and sought a commitment that the administration would avoid and minimize damage to environmentally-sensitive and culturally significant sites. The destruction of these century-old cottonwood trees underscores exactly why those concerns were raised and why stronger oversight of the administration's border wall construction is urgently needed. ### 1 2026-08-04T07:35:49Z 2026-08-04T07:37:27Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-statement-on-newly-announced-federal-proposal-for-colorado-river-water-cuts Rep. Grijalva Statement on Newly Announced Federal Proposal for Colorado River Water Cuts 2026-07-31 2026 2026-07 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Tucson, AZ – Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva released the following statement in response to the Bureau of Reclamation’s plan to apportion Colorado River water cuts. “While we are still awaiting the final operational plans for the next two years, any proposal that imposes the vast majority of cuts on Arizona is unreasonable and unacceptable — especially while Upper Basin states continue to hide behind an outdated legal framework that is disconnected from today’s hydrologic realities, allowing them to avoid making meaningful reductions to their own water use. I will continue fighting for Arizona’s CAP users in our cities and towns, who have made extraordinary investments and sacrifices over the past several decades to reduce water use. I will also continue advocating for agricultural producers in Yuma County, whose work is essential to keeping America’s food supply strong and reducing grocery prices. I will continue standing with Arizona’s Tribal Nations, whose hard-fought water settlements must be respected. 1 2026-08-01T07:27:26Z 2026-08-01T07:28:22Z
https://stanton.house.gov/2026/7/stanton-statement-on-bureau-of-reclamation-s-final-environmental-impact-statement-for-future-colorado-river-operations Stanton Statement on Bureau of Reclamation’s Final Environmental Impact Statement for Future Colorado River Operations 2026-07-31 2026 2026-07 Democrat House AZ Greg Stanton S001211 stanton.house.gov stanton https://stanton.house.gov/press-releases scraper PHOENIX — Today, U.S. Representative Greg Stanton (D-Ariz) issued the following statement: “Solving the Colorado River crisis for the long term demands a fair, workable, basin-wide solution where every state has skin in the game. What we got today is the opposite. Again and again, the federal government refuses to force the Upper Basin to put cuts on the table and entertains scenarios that would devastate Arizona. It is a total failure of leadership. Making Arizona shoulder the burden of a shrinking Colorado River ignores our decades of leadership in water conservation, and it ignores our economic and national security importance. Arizona is now America's semiconductor capital. Hundreds of chipmakers and suppliers operate in the Phoenix metro area, building the cutting-edge chips required for everything from consumer electronics to the defense systems flown from our military bases. As Mayor and now in Congress, I have worked to prepare Arizona to use less Colorado River water through strong investments in conservation and water recycling in urban and rural areas alike. My top priority is to keep the pain of these cuts as minimal as possible for Arizona families and businesses. I will work with state and federal negotiators to see the Lower Basin Proposal realized and restore some certainty before current guidelines expire. Arizona won’t compromise its legal rights to water without all seven states fairly sacrificing to ensure the future of the Colorado River.” 1 2026-08-01T07:27:26Z 2026-08-01T07:28:22Z
https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases/ansari-calls-for-closure-of-the-dilley-ice-detention-center-and-release-of-families-in-detention Ansari Calls for Closure of the Dilley ICE Detention Center & Release of Families in Detention 2026-07-29 2026 2026-07 Democrat House AZ Yassamin Ansari A000381 ansari.house.gov ansari https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper DILLEY, TX — Yesterday, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) conducted a congressional oversight visit to the Dilley Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Detention Center alongside Representative Joaquin Castro (TX-20) and members of the Democratic Women’s Caucus, FWD.us and Families Belong Together calling for the immediate release of the women, children, and families detained at the facility and urging DHS to permanently close Dilley. “What we saw today at Dilley was nothing short of horrific. No child, woman, or family should be locked up like this. We must close Dilley now and release these families,” said Rep. Ansari. “Children are being jailed and traumatized while private contractors profit from it, all at the expense of American taxpayers.” “The inhumane conditions at Dilley are well-documented and we must end family detention. This includes shutting down Dilley and releasing these children and families immediately. Dilley lacks basic necessities for anyone, especially children: no access to clean water, medical care, or proper education. Dilley reflects a broader pattern that should not be expanded with additional, unprecedented taxpayer funding,” said Todd Schulte, President of FWD.us. “Yet, Congress has committed more than $260 billion to expand enforcement, on top of the regular appropriations to ICE and CBP of roughly $30 billion for FY25. This will only cause irreparable harm to children and communities. Thank you to the Members who continue to call for the release of families and we join them in their calls for Dilley’s closure.” This marked Ansari’s twelfth congressional oversight visit to an ICE detention facility. In Congress, she has led efforts to hold the Trump Administration accountable, exposing conditions inside ICE facilities and introducing legislation to repeal the $75 billion ICE funding increase included in the so-called “Big Beautiful Bill.” Click HERE for a recording of the press conference. ### 1 2026-07-30T07:32:48Z 2026-07-30T07:34:08Z
https://stanton.house.gov/2026/7/stanton-statement-on-passing-of-congressman-harry-mitchell Stanton Statement on Passing of Congressman Harry Mitchell 2026-07-29 2026 2026-07 Democrat House AZ Greg Stanton S001211 stanton.house.gov stanton https://stanton.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representative Greg Stanton (D-Ariz) issued the following statement: “Harry Mitchell was as Tempe as it gets. Born and raised here, he graduated from Tempe High, attended Arizona State University, and returned to teach American Government at his alma mater for three decades, shaping generations of young minds along the way. He gave decades of his life to the city he loved, serving on the Tempe City Council, as Mayor, and representing the area in the Arizona Senate. He worked to revitalize downtown Tempe, working hand in hand with ASU and local stakeholders, and played a key role in bringing Tempe Town Lake to life. His fingerprints are on nearly every corner of his hometown. Running for Congress was the culmination of a lifetime of service. A Blue Dog through and through, Harry frequently reached across the aisle—but he was never afraid to take a hard vote. He lost his seat in Congress after voting for the landmark Affordable Care Act, extending health coverage to tens of thousands of his constituents. But he never regretted it, not for a moment. That was Harry: a public servant who put people before politics, always. 1 2026-07-30T07:32:48Z 2026-07-30T07:34:08Z
https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-ansari-celebrates-unanimous-house-passage-of-her-bipartisan-billion-dollar-boondoggle-act Rep. Ansari Celebrates Unanimous House Passage of Her Bipartisan “Billion Dollar Boondoggle” Act 2026-07-22 2026 2026-07 Democrat House AZ Yassamin Ansari A000381 ansari.house.gov ansari https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – Today, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) celebrated the unanimous House passage of H.R. 1722, the Billion Dollar Boondoggle Act, bipartisan legislation she introduced with Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks to increase transparency and accountability for taxpayer-funded federal projects that are significantly over budget or behind schedule. “Our bill is a sensible, bipartisan measure to do what DOGE and Elon Musk failed to—hold the federal government accountable for projects that are way behind schedule and over budget,” said Rep. Ansari. “The American people deserve transparency about how their tax dollars are being spent, especially at a time when families are seeing essential programs like Medicaid and SNAP cut while wasteful projects continue unchecked.” Text of Rep. Ansari’s Billion Dollar Boondoggle Act HERE. ### 1 2026-07-23T07:31:02Z 2026-07-23T07:32:26Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-statement-after-federal-court-hears-tohono-o-odham-nation-s-challenge-to-border-wall-construction Rep. Grijalva Statement After Federal Court Hears Tohono O'odham Nation's Challenge to Border Wall Construction 2026-07-22 2026 2026-07 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Washington, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva released the following statement after a federal district court in Washington, D.C. heard the Tohono O'odham Nation's lawsuit challenging the Department of Homeland Security's plan to construct a second border wall through the Nation's reservation. "It is against the law for DHS to unilaterally alter the boundaries of a sovereign Tribal Nation, yet that is exactly what they are trying to do—usurping authority that only Congress has. We have already seen the devastating consequences of when this administration ignores Tribal governments with the destruction of the Las Playas Intaglio. Now, other sacred sites, such as Quitobaquito Springs, are under threat. This is not just temporary damage to land – it is irreparable destruction of a sacred place tied to the O’odham people’s history, identity, and spiritual practices.” “This administration is willing to violate Tribal sovereignty, threaten culturally and environmentally significant lands, and waste billions of taxpayer dollars on another useless border wall that does nothing to make our communities safer. If DHS is serious about border security, they should invest in staffing and modernizing our ports of entry – not bulldozing sacred Tribal lands and building another unnecessary wall despite Tribal opposition." In May, Rep. Grijalva questioned Department of the Interior Secretary Doug Burgum about the destruction of the Las Playas Intaglio site during a House Natural Resources Committee hearing. She also asked him for assurances that Quitobaquito Springs would not be touched. This site was negatively impacted during the construction of the first border wall. ### 1 2026-07-23T07:31:02Z 2026-07-23T07:32:26Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-statement-on-house-passage-of-additional-funding-for-iran-war-and-the-national-defense-authorization-act Rep. Grijalva Statement on House Passage of Additional Funding for Iran War and the National Defense Authorization Act 2026-07-22 2026 2026-07 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Washington, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva issued the following statement after the House of Representatives passed bills today to spend an additional $73 billion for the war in Iran, and to allocate an unprecedented $1.15 trillion in funding for the Department of Defense. Trump’s SAVE America Act was also attached to the defense bill, which would impose strict voter ID and registration rules, add notarization and photo ID hurdles to mail-in and absentee voting, and disenfranchise up to 69 million women in the United States. Both pieces of legislation would still need to be approved by the Senate and signed by the President. “In addition to approving the largest funding request in the Department of Defense’s history, House Republicans rubber stamped an additional $73 billion to fund Trump’s illegal and reckless war in Iran. The passage of these bills reinforces what we already knew: Donald Trump and House Republicans would rather spend billions on endless wars abroad putting our troops in harm’s way than help Americans who are struggling to pay for food, healthcare and housing. To add insult to injury, they are using this bill to sneak through Trump’s radical SAVE America Act, which would impose excessive and burdensome voter registration requirements in an attempt to disenfranchise countless voters.” ### 1 2026-07-23T07:31:02Z 2026-07-23T07:32:26Z
https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases/ansari-stanton-grijalva-introduce-bill-to-redirect-ice-funding-to-public-schools-require-sale-of-detention-warehouses Ansari, Stanton, Grijalva Introduce Bill to Redirect ICE Funding to Public Schools, Require Sale of Detention Warehouses 2026-07-21 2026 2026-07 Democrat House AZ Yassamin Ansari A000381 ansari.house.gov ansari https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Representatives Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03), Greg Stanton (AZ-04), and Adelita Grijalva (AZ-07) introduced the Fund Schools, Not ICE Act. The legislation would redirect billions of dollars in funding passed as part of Republicans’ second reconciliation bill for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to Title I schools, and require the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to sell 11 recently purchased warehouse detention facilities. Title I, Part A is the nation's largest federal K-12 education program, supporting schools serving low-income students. Nearly 20 percent of public school funding in Arizona comes from the federal government, making federal investments critical to supporting Arizona classrooms facing chronic underfunding. The legislation would transfer any unobligated ICE funding provided under Republicans’ reconciliation bill, which gave ICE with an additional $38.5 billion in funding through 2029, to Title I, Part A grants for local school districts. As of May, ICE has $62 billion on hand. “ICE has done nothing to keep our communities safe. Instead, they have used the billions of dollars in funding handed over by Trump and Republicans to terrorize our communities and murder American citizens,” said Rep. Ansari. “Our schools are safe places, and our resources should be used to support students, not expand ICE’s presence in our communities. I’m proud to stand with my colleagues in introducing this legislation.” “Public school districts across the country are facing massive challenges and chronic underfunding, yet again this Administration funneled billions in taxpayer funds for its dangerous mass deportation agenda,” said Rep. Stanton. “ICE's poorly trained force is not making Americans safer – it’s causing chaos and fear. My legislation ensures that our classrooms, not ICE, have the resources and support they need to educate our next generation.” “Instead of wasting billions of taxpayer dollars on inhumane, for-profit detention warehouses and pouring even more money i… 1 2026-07-22T07:34:13Z 2026-07-22T07:35:16Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/grijalva-stanton-ansari-introduce-bill-to-redirect-ice-funding-to-public-schools-require-sale-of-detention-warehouses Grijalva, Stanton, Ansari Introduce Bill to Redirect ICE Funding to Public Schools, Require Sale of Detention Warehouses 2026-07-20 2026 2026-07 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Adelita S. Grijalva, and Representatives Greg Stanton (AZ-04) and Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03), introduced the Fund Schools, Not ICE Act, legislation that would redirect billions of dollars in funding provided to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) under Republicans' second reconciliation bill to Title I public schools and require the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to sell 11 recently purchased warehouse detention facilities. Title I, Part A is the nation's largest federal K-12 education program, supporting schools serving low-income students. Nearly 20 percent of public school funding in Arizona comes from the federal government, making federal investments critical to supporting Arizona classrooms facing chronic underfunding. The legislation would transfer any unobligated ICE funding provided under Republicans' reconciliation bill—which gave ICE an additional $38.5 billion in funding through 2029—to Title I, Part A grants for local school districts. As of May, ICE has $62 billion on hand. "Instead of wasting billions of taxpayer dollars on inhumane, for-profit detention warehouses and pouring even more money into a lawless agency that is murdering people on our streets, we should be investing in our children and strengthening our public schools," said Rep. Adelita Grijalva. "At a time when the Trump administration is systematically defunding public education, this bill puts our students ahead of Trump's cruel mass deportation agenda." "Public school districts across the country are facing massive challenges and chronic underfunding, yet again this Administration funneled billions in taxpayer funds for its dangerous mass deportation agenda," said Rep. Greg Stanton. "ICE's poorly trained force is not making Americans safer—it's causing chaos and fear. My legislation ensures that our classrooms, not ICE, have the resources and support they need to educate our next generation." "ICE has done nothing to keep our communities safe. Instead, they have used the billions of dollar… 1 2026-07-21T07:32:02Z 2026-07-21T07:33:33Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-statement-after-helping-reunite-90-day-fiance-star-armando-rubio-with-his-hospitalized-daughter Rep. Grijalva Statement After Helping Reunite 90 Day Fiancé Star Armando Rubio with His Hospitalized Daughter 2026-07-20 2026 2026-07 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva released the following statement after 90 Day Fiancé star Armando Rubio was re-united with his 13-year-old daughter, Hannah. Hannah was flown from Mexico to Arizona for specialized medical treatment after doctors discovered bleeding in her brain. After learning about Rubio’s difficulties in gaining entrance to the United States, Rep. Grijalva's office worked with CBP Office of Field Operations to help facilitate Rubio's travel so he could be by his daughter's side. “Every parent should be able to be with their child during a medical emergency. I’m grateful that my office could assist in working with Armando and the CBP Office of Field Operations to ensure that he can be by Hannah’s side, where he belongs.” 1 2026-07-21T07:32:02Z 2026-07-21T07:33:33Z
https://stanton.house.gov/2026/7/icymi-washington-post-arizona-republic-stanton-report-details-redirection-of-fema-resources-to-ice-hurting-disaster-response-efforts ICYMI: Washington Post, Arizona Republic: Stanton Report Details Redirection of FEMA Resources to ICE, Hurting Disaster Response Efforts 2026-07-20 2026 2026-07 Democrat House AZ Greg Stanton S001211 stanton.house.gov stanton https://stanton.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Washington Post and the Arizona Republic highlighted a new 34-page investigative report led by Ranking Member Greg Stanton (D-Ariz.) of the House Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management detailing how the Trump administration diverted Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) personnel and resources away from disaster response to support large-scale immigration enforcement operations, hindering FEMA’s response efforts during a period of significant workforce reductions. The full report includes 14 key findings detailing how DHS leadership relied on FEMA to serve as the backbone of large-scale immigration enforcement and detention operations. The report also includes eight recommendations to recall FEMA personnel detailed to ICE and CBP, restore hiring and training programs, and require DHS to reimburse FEMA for immigration enforcement costs. Washington Post: Assigning FEMA staff to immigration enforcement hurt disaster work, House report says [Brianna Sacks, 7/10/2026] Read excerpts from the coverage below: Rep. Greg Stanton (Arizona), the subcommittee’s ranking Democrat who led the report, said in an interview that federal law put in place due to failures after Hurricane Katrina was meant to protect FEMA from “politics getting in the way of delivering disaster response.” “I’m very angry about what I learned,” Stanton told the Washington Post. “I think the American people will be pretty shocked and disappointed that the United States is not focused on natural disaster preparation and response, that a third of [FEMA] employees are gone, and some that are left are being used for other purposes, especially supporting an agency that has an ungodly amount of increased resources.” Arizona Republic: FEMA staff deployed to help with mass deportation efforts, report says [Daniel Gonzalez, 7/20/2026] Read excerpts from the coverage below: DHS needs to recall all FEMA staff from immigration enforcement details and reimburse FEMA for the amount of time FE… 1 2026-07-21T07:32:02Z 2026-07-21T07:33:33Z
https://stanton.house.gov/2026/7/stanton-leads-new-democrat-coalition-in-calling-on-trump-administration-to-retain-usmca Stanton Leads New Democrat Coalition in Calling on Trump Administration to Retain USMCA 2026-07-20 2026 2026-07 Democrat House AZ Greg Stanton S001211 stanton.house.gov stanton https://stanton.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, New Democrat Coalition Global Competitiveness Task Force Chair Rep. Greg Stanton (AZ-04), alongside Trade and Tariffs Task Force Chair Rep. Don Beyer (VA-08), led 27 New Dem Members in a letter to U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer calling on him to retain and, if possible, strengthen the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), warning that prolonged uncertainty over the agreement threatens American jobs, hurts workers, raises costs for families, and undermines North American competitiveness. This follows the Administration’s decision not to extend the agreement on July 1. USMCA supports roughly 13 million American jobs and nearly $2 trillion in annual trilateral trade, serving as the backbone of integrated North American supply chains in agriculture, manufacturing, and the automotive sector. Allowing uncertainty surrounding the agreement to persist will discourage long-term investment, weaken U.S. competitiveness, and ultimately increase prices on everyday goods for American consumers already struggling with high costs. The letter reads in part: “USMCA is a cornerstone of North American competitiveness, American agriculture, and an essential tool for cross-border cooperation. The more the renewal negotiations drag on, the more uncertainty compounds across supply chains and puts at risk the 13 million American jobs and $2 trillion in trilateral trade this agreement supports. While there are important issues that need to be addressed, the core agreement must be retained to enable American workers, businesses, and communities to continue to prosper in the future.” The New Dems are 114 moderate, pro-growth House Democrats. Through the Coalition'sGoverning Agenda, New Dems have championed policies that strengthen domestic manufacturing, reinforce resilient supply chains, expand trade with trusted allies, with the goal of lowering costs for working families. At a time when businesses need certainty to invest and grow, New Dems are urging the Administration to move quickly to … 1 2026-07-21T07:32:02Z 2026-07-21T07:33:33Z
https://stanton.house.gov/2026/7/stanton-ansari-grijalva-introduce-bill-to-redirect-ice-funding-to-public-schools-require-sale-of-detention-warehouses Stanton, Ansari, Grijalva Introduce Bill to Redirect ICE Funding to Public Schools, Require Sale of Detention Warehouses 2026-07-17 2026 2026-07 Democrat House AZ Greg Stanton S001211 stanton.house.gov stanton https://stanton.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Representatives Greg Stanton (AZ-04), Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03), and Adelita Grijalva (AZ-07) introduced the Fund Schools, Not ICE Act. The legislation would redirect billions of dollars in funding passed as part of Republicans’ second reconciliation bill for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to Title I schools, and require the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to sell 11 recently purchased warehouse detention facilities. Title I, Part A is the nation's largest federal K-12 education program, supporting schools serving low-income students. Nearly 20 percent of public school funding in Arizona comes from the federal government, making federal investments critical to supporting Arizona classrooms facing chronic underfunding. The legislation would transfer any unobligated ICE funding provided under Republicans’ reconciliation bill, which gave ICE with an additional $38.5 billion in funding through 2029, to Title I, Part A grants for local school districts. As of May, ICE has $62 billion on hand. “Public school districts across the country are facing massive challenges and chronic underfunding, yet again this Administration funneled billions in taxpayer funds for its dangerous mass deportation agenda,” said Rep. Stanton. “ICE's poorly trained force is not making Americans safer – it’s causing chaos and fear. My legislation ensures that our classrooms, not ICE, have the resources and support they need to educate our next generation.” “ICE has done nothing to keep our communities safe. Instead, they have used the billions of dollars in funding handed over by Trump and Republicans to terrorize our communities and murder American citizens,” said Rep. Ansari. “Our schools are safe places, and our resources should be used to support students, not expand ICE’s presence in our communities. I’m proud to stand with my colleagues in introducing this legislation.” “Instead of wasting billions of taxpayer dollars on inhumane, for-profit detention warehouses and pouring even more money i… 1 2026-07-18T06:58:50Z 2026-07-18T07:00:34Z
https://stanton.house.gov/2026/7/stanton-demands-answers-on-cyclospora-outbreak-raises-concerns-over-food-safety-surveillance-cuts Stanton Demands Answers on Cyclospora Outbreak, Raises Concerns Over Food Safety Surveillance Cuts 2026-07-17 2026 2026-07 Democrat House AZ Greg Stanton S001211 stanton.house.gov stanton https://stanton.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representative Greg Stanton (D-Ariz.) sent a letter to Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. demanding answers about the nationwide Cyclospora outbreak—warning that HHS's rollback of foodborne disease surveillance and reduced coordination with state and local health departments have undermined the nation’s ability to quickly detect and respond to multistate outbreaks. In the letter, Stanton questions a July 2025 HHS decision which cut FoodNet’s required surveillance list of pathogens from eight down to just two, making active surveillance for Cyclospora optional. FoodNet, established in 1995, is a partnership between the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), and state health departments that actively identifies foodborne illnesses by coordinating with hundreds of laboratories nationwide. "Families deserve to know that the food they're buying is safe to consume," Stanton said. "But instead, thousands of people are becoming sick while the administration undoes key public health systems that detect outbreaks and identify contaminated food." While HHS has defended the changes to FoodNet stating that it eliminates duplicative work, it fails to identify which surveillance systems replaced FoodNet's active Cyclospora monitoring or demonstrate that they provide the same level of timely, coordinated federal-state monitoring. The letter also notes other actions that have reduced public health capacity, including the termination of $11.4 billion in grants supporting state and local health departments and the dismantling of the CDC's Division of Parasitic Diseases and Malaria, which housed federal expertise on Cyclospora and other parasitic diseases. According to the CDC, there are more than 7,000 cases in at least 34 states, with over 140 confirmed hospitalizations as of May 1, 2026. Stanton’s letter requests answers by August 3, 2026, including: Who directed the decision to … 1 2026-07-18T06:58:50Z 2026-07-18T07:00:34Z
https://stanton.house.gov/2026/7/stanton-statement-on Stanton Statement on State Department Funding Vote and Massie Amendment 2026-07-15 2026 2026-07 Democrat House AZ Greg Stanton S001211 stanton.house.gov stanton https://stanton.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON DC – Today, U.S. Representative Greg Stanton (D-Ariz) issued the following statement: "I will always vote in America's best interests. That's why I voted no on the FY 2026 State Department funding bill. I also voted no on Congressman Massie's amendment to it. As a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, I know how important it is for the United States to play a leading role in the world. It’s why I opposed Donald Trump’s gutting of USAID and his efforts to weaken NATO. I simply cannot support a Republican bill that slashes State Department funding even further, a 20 percent cut from two years ago. This bill weakens our national security, hacks away at humanitarian aid programs, and guts the diplomatic tools we rely on to prevent conflicts before they start. Retreating from the world doesn't make America safer—in fact, just the opposite. Similarly, the Massie amendment would undermine America’s ability to counter real threats from Iran and diminish our efforts to promote long-term stability across the region. It would not only cut off funding for security assistance, but also for humanitarian aid, refugee resettlement, and peace-building programs, which are critical to building people-to-people ties between Israelis and Palestinians. Standing with an ally does not mean staying silent when its government takes actions that make peace harder to achieve. Benjamin Netanyahu and his government are actively working to undermine a two-state solution. The Netanyahu government's actions—including empowering extremists, expanding settlements, tolerating settler violence, and misusing American weapons—have weakened Israel's long-term security, severely damaged Americans’ trust in the Israeli government, and emboldened those who argue peace is impossible. My vote against this flawed amendment is not a defense of those choices. Israelis will have a chance this October to elect a new government, and I sincerely hope Netanyahu loses power. I support sanctions against violent settlers, and the government o… 1 2026-07-16T07:21:44Z 2026-07-16T07:23:13Z
https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-ansari-condemns-ice-murders-calls-for-passage-of-drain-ice-act Rep. Ansari Condemns ICE Murders, Calls for Passage of Drain ICE Act 2026-07-14 2026 2026-07 Democrat House AZ Yassamin Ansari A000381 ansari.house.gov ansari https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – Today, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) delivered a speech on the House Floor condemning ICE under the direction of the Trump Administration for its continued terrorization of communities across America, including the murder of innocent people. “ICE, the President’s paramilitary secret police force, continues to roam American streets and murder people in broad daylight and in cold blood. We are a nation of laws — not a nation of secret police, cold-blooded murders by federal agents on city streets, and blacksite detention centers,” said Rep. Ansari. “We must urgently work to stop these horrific abuses, hold Donald Trump and his cronies to account, abolish ICE, and reform our immigration system. We need to pass my Drain ICE Act so that this horrific agency has not one more cent to terrorize American families and communities.” Ansari's remarks come after her eleventh congressional oversight visit. Last week, Ansari visited the Eloy Detention Center, where detained individuals reported lacking access to basic necessities. Detainees told her that melting ice was often their only source of clean drinking water unless they purchased bottled water from the commissary, and that air conditioning had not worked properly for three months during Arizona's extreme heat. Due to a measles outbreak, Ansari was barred from entering the Florence Correctional Center but spoke by phone with Marcos, a Brazilian asylum seeker detained there. Marcos described spending seven days at the Mesa Gateway ICE facility sleeping on hard floors, going without showers, and eating the same meals every day. After being transferred to the Florence Correctional Center, he told Ansari that detainees must purchase clean drinking water while in custody. WATCH Below is a transcript of Rep. Ansari’s full remarks as delivered on the House Floor: Madam Speaker — ICE, the President’s paramilitary secret police force, continues to roam American streets and murder people in broad daylight in cold blood. First it was Ruben Ray Martinez… 1 2026-07-15T07:12:08Z 2026-07-15T07:13:45Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-responds-to-trump-administration-s-dismantling-of-national-monuments Rep. Grijalva Responds to Trump Administration's Dismantling of National Monuments 2026-07-14 2026 2026-07 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Washington, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva condemned Donald Trump's attempt to slash the Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments. During a virtual press conference with advocates, tribal leaders, and other Members of Congress, she pledged to continue fighting in Congress to protect Grand Staircase-Escalante, Bears Ears, and all public lands. Below is a copy of Congresswoman Grijalva's full remarks. Watch the full press conference here. "Good morning, everyone. Buenos días. Thank you to The Wilderness Society, the Sierra Club, our Tribal and Indigenous leaders, and my colleagues for bringing us together today. And thank you to everyone who continues to fight for our public lands, our sacred places, and the Tribal Nations that have protected them. This Administration is systematically rolling back protections for public lands, sidelining meaningful Tribal consultation, and putting extractive industries ahead of the people, wildlife, and cultural resources these places sustain. Arizona has already experienced the consequences. Despite the objections of the Tohono O'odham Nation, construction of a second border wall destroyed portions of the Las Playas Intaglio Archaeological District—an irreplaceable cultural landscape located in the Cabeza Prieta National Wildlife Refuge. Now, the Administration is preparing to lease more than 208,000 acres of public land in Arizona for oil and gas development near the Grand Canyon—even though we know those lands hold little to no viable oil or gas resources. So the obvious question is: if the resources aren't there, why are these protections being stripped away? After yesterday's decision, we need to remain vigilant in protecting all of our sacred areas. Because this has never been about responsible land management. This Administration is handing over public lands to private interests while ignoring the voices of Tribal Nations and the overwhelming majority of Americans who support protecting these places. Our national monuments prese… 1 2026-07-15T07:12:08Z 2026-07-15T07:13:45Z
https://stanton.house.gov/2026/7/stanton-leads-arizona-democratic-delegation-in-demanding-answers-on-measles-outbreak-in-ice-detention-centers Stanton Leads Arizona Democratic Delegation in Demanding Answers on Measles Outbreak in ICE Detention Centers 2026-07-14 2026 2026-07 Democrat House AZ Greg Stanton S001211 stanton.house.gov stanton https://stanton.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C.— U.S. Representative Greg Stanton (AZ-04), alongside Senators Mark Kelly and Ruben Gallego and U.S. Representatives Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) and Adelita Grijalva (AZ-07), sent a letter to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Markwayne Mullin and Acting U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE) Director David Venturella demanding answers regarding the ongoing measles outbreak that has infected at least seven detainees between the Florence Service Processing Center and Central Arizona Florence Correctional Center. “Given the highly contagious nature of measles and the increased risk of transmission in congregate detention settings, this development raises serious questions about the adequacy of ICE's infection prevention and containment measures,” the lawmakers write. This is the second reported measles outbreak at a detention facility in Florence this year and in 2016, an outbreak at an ICE detention center in Pinal County saw more than 30 cases among detainees and nine staff members, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In the letter, the lawmakers demand that more be done to prevent future outbreaks, emphasizing that DHS has a responsibility to protect facility communities from unnecessary exposure. The lawmakers request detailed information by July 20, 2026, on the Department's response to the outbreak, including: The steps being taken to contain the current outbreak and prevent further transmission; The findings and recommendations from ICE's after-action review following the January 2026 outbreak; Infection prevention and control measures currently in place at both facilities; Medical care and isolation protocols for individuals diagnosed with or exposed to measles; And the Department's plans to prevent future outbreaks of infectious disease in ICE detention facilities. The letter is available HERE 1 2026-07-15T07:12:08Z 2026-07-15T07:13:45Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-calls-on-dhs-to-halt-transfer-of-immigrant-children-out-of-arizona Rep. Grijalva Calls on DHS to Halt Transfer of Immigrant Children Out of Arizona 2026-07-10 2026 2026-07 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva released the following statement after reports that the Department of Homeland Security plans to transfer 108 immigrant children from Arizona to facilities in Texas and Louisiana, including a 5-month-old U.S. citizen detained alongside their parent. "The Trump administration's plans to move 108 children hundreds of miles away from their attorneys and advocates is a dangerous attempt to strip them of their due process rights and fast-track their deportations.” “Time and again, this administration has targeted immigrant children with policies designed to separate families, isolate vulnerable kids, and chip away at their legal rights – leaving even a 5-month-old U.S. citizen and their parent at risk. Forcing children to endure yet another disruptive transfer only compounds the trauma many have already experienced before arriving in the United States.” Every child deserves protection, stability, and meaningful access to the legal representation they are guaranteed under the law. The administration’s lack of transparency on these transfers is unacceptable and raises serious questions that children’s legal rights are being deliberately undermined. DHS must halt these reckless transfers immediately." ### 1 2026-07-11T07:10:48Z 2026-07-11T07:14:29Z
https://stanton.house.gov/2026/7/ranking-member-stanton-details-trump-s-fema-failings-in-new-report Ranking Member Stanton Details Trump’s FEMA Failings in New Report 2026-07-10 2026 2026-07 Democrat House AZ Greg Stanton S001211 stanton.house.gov stanton https://stanton.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, House Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management Ranking Member Greg Stanton (D-AZ) released a 34-page investigative report examining how the Trump administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) leadership are misusing Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) resources for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) operations instead of ensuring FEMA’s readiness to respond to disasters. "This report is damning. After the Trump administration hollowed out a third of FEMA's workforce, it put disaster professionals to work as the 'operational backbone' of its cruel mass deportation agenda, likely in violation of federal law," Ranking Member Stanton said. "FEMA exists for one reason: to be there for Americans on the worst day of their lives. We're in the middle of a dangerous and destructive hurricane and wildfire season. The stakes couldn't be higher. Every FEMA employee detailed to ICE and CBP should be recalled immediately, and Congress must put real penalties in the law so no future administration can raid this life-saving agency again." “While communities across the country are struggling to prepare for more severe and frequent natural disasters, the Trump administration is using FEMA employees and funding for its large-scale, brutal immigration enforcement operations,” Ranking Member Larsen said. “As detailed in the report, the Trump administration is leaving disaster-stricken communities out to dry in the name of separating immigrant families. I want to thank Ranking Member Stanton for his hard work on this report and on disaster response issues broadly this Congress.” Summary: The report contains 14 key findings from the investigation—including that DHS leadership relied on FEMA to serve as the backbone of large-scale immigration enforcement and detention operations and that FEMA’s delayed response to the Texas flooding resulted in demonstrable harm to disaster survivors. It also incl… 1 2026-07-11T07:10:48Z 2026-07-11T07:14:29Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-responds-to-measles-outbreak-at-florence-calls-for-delay-in-deportation-proceedings-of-infected-individuals Rep. Grijalva Responds to Measles Outbreak at Florence; Calls for Delay in Deportation Proceedings of Infected Individuals 2026-07-09 2026 2026-07 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Tucson, AZ – Rep. Grijalva released the following statement responding to the measles outbreak at the Florence Detention Center. One of the infected individuals is a person who Rep. Grijalva’s constituent services team has been assisting and who faces imminent deportation in the coming weeks according to his wife. “This latest measles outbreak is the predictable outcome of Trump's mass deportation agenda, which has fueled dangerous overcrowding at detention facilities and created the conditions for preventable diseases to spread. This outbreak has infected people like Vlad, who faces the prospect of being drafted into the war in Ukraine if he is deported to his home country of Russia. ICE must delay his deportation proceedings – and those of all other impacted individuals – so that they are able to pursue all legal avenues, which will inevitably be delayed by this outbreak.” “For ICE to say this is the “best healthcare” these individuals have ever received while simultaneously presiding over a measles outbreak at one of its own facilities demonstrates how willfully blind or blatantly indifferent the agency is to the inhumane conditions right under its nose. ICE must also communicate closely with the appropriate state and federal authorities to ensure this outbreak doesn’t spread to other facilities or the broader community.” ### 1 2026-07-10T08:20:04Z 2026-07-10T08:21:18Z
https://stanton.house.gov/2026/7/stanton-introduces-the-quiet-skies-act-to-finalize-ban-on-in-flight-cell-phone-calls Stanton Introduces the Quiet Skies Act to Finalize Ban on In-Flight Cell Phone Calls 2026-07-09 2026 2026-07 Democrat House AZ Greg Stanton S001211 stanton.house.gov stanton https://stanton.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Representatives Greg Stanton (D-AZ-04), Hillary Scholten (D-MI-03), Rick Crawford (R-AR-01), and Rob Bresnahan (R-PA-08) introduced H.R. 9530, the Quiet Skies Act. The bipartisan legislation would require the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to finalize a ban on in-flight calls on commercial planes within 180 days of enactment. “Millions of Americans are flying to be with family and friends this summer. The last thing anyone wants on a stressful travel weekend is to be trapped next to a passenger on a phone call for hours. It's annoying for passengers, and it's a dangerous distraction for flight attendants. Our bill gives the FAA a firm deadline to finish what Congress already directed,” said Congressman Stanton. “The bottom line is simple: a disruptive cabin is a distraction, and distractions put safety at risk,” said Congresswoman Scholten. “Back in 2018, Congress passed a law requiring the FAA to ban voice calls on commercial flights, and eight years later, that still hasn't happened. Our bipartisan bill gives the FAA 180 days to finally finish the job and protect passenger safety as well as passenger sanity.” “As Congress continues our work to make flying as safe as possible, we should also look at ways to make it as enjoyable as possible as well,” said Rep. Bresnahan. “No one wants to be stuck next to a stranger's phone call for three hours at thirty thousand feet. Congress told DOT to take care of this back in 2018, and this bill will make sure the job finally gets finished.” “It is vital to the comfort and security of all personnel on board that the cabin is free from distraction. In 2018, my colleagues and I worked to pass common-sense public safety legislation that prohibits the in-flight use of mobile devices for voice communication. After eight years of the FAA failing to implement regulations, it is time for Congress to act again. The Quiet Skies Act gives the FAA a firm but generous 180-day deadline to bring current regulations into compliance,” said Congressman Crawfor… 1 2026-07-10T08:20:04Z 2026-07-10T08:21:18Z
https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-ansari-hosts-shadow-hearing-on-healthcare-affordability Rep. Ansari Hosts Shadow Hearing on Healthcare Affordability 2026-07-02 2026 2026-07 Democrat House AZ Yassamin Ansari A000381 ansari.house.gov ansari https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – This week, Representative Yassamin Ansari, Chairwoman of the Congressional Progressive Caucus’ (CPC) Lowering Costs Taskforce, hosted the Taskforce’s second shadow hearing, titled “Patients Over Profits: Lowering Healthcare Costs for All Americans.” The hearing featured experts and CPC members discussing proposals to expand prescription drug price negotiations, tackle PBM and corporate hospital profiteering, reduce out-of-pocket costs, and ensure all Americans can access affordable, high-quality healthcare. “Medicare and Medicaid need protections and reinforcement now more than ever. Insurance premiums are rising, and millions of Americans have been stripped of their healthcare, with the expectation for millions more to lose Medicare or Medicaid as well,” said Rep. Ansari. “Progressives are ready to tackle this issue with innovative policy and bold reforms. We have the legislation, the vision, and the energy to see it through. With Medicare for All, we can provide every American with access to medically necessary healthcare. The health of our nation cannot continue to be at the whims of corporations.” “People are hurting. When I am home in my district and at the grocery store, I hear the stories of families struggling to afford basic essentials like healthcare. This issue has been made worse after Republicans let cost-saving tax credits expire and passed the Big Ugly Bill that gutted $1 trillion from Medicaid,” said Congresswoman Dingell. “I have been fighting to expand access to affordable, quality healthcare since entering Congress, and I am not letting up. When Democrats take back the House, we will continue fighting to lower healthcare costs, increase access to coverage, and give working families an opportunity to thrive.” WATCH “Rep. Ansari, Rep. Dingell and the Congressional Progressive Caucus are correct in understanding the urgent imperative of lowering the cost of prescription medicines for Americans. Big Pharma’s monopolistic price gouging of Americans is worse now than at any time in A… 1 2026-07-03T08:00:00Z 2026-07-03T08:01:30Z
https://stanton.house.gov/2026/7/stanton-slams-trump-administration-s-decision-to-not-renew-usmca Stanton Slams Trump Administration’s Decision to Not Renew USMCA 2026-07-01 2026 2026-07 Democrat House AZ Greg Stanton S001211 stanton.house.gov stanton https://stanton.house.gov/press-releases scraper PHOENIX, AZ – Rep. Greg Stanton (D-AZ) issued a statement today at the start of the joint review process of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), calling on the Trump Administration to maintain and build on the consequential trade agreement rather than withdraw: "Mexico is Arizona’s — and America’s — number one trading partner, supporting tens of thousands of jobs here at home. This past year has only proven how much our manufacturers, businesses, and families depend on the USMCA working, and working well. Uncertainty from the President’s sweeping trade war has already raised costs across the board and undermined confidence in our economy. Walking away from an extension today doesn't make America stronger. It invites years of annual reviews, continued tariff threats, and the kind of uncertainty that drives investment out of the United States instead of into it. And it undermines America’s competitiveness on the global stage, handing a win to Beijing. It is essential that the United States use this opportunity to strengthen and improve — not retreat from — this agreement.” According to the nonpartisan Tax Foundation, the failure to renew the USMCA is estimated to result in a $300 tax increase per household in 2027 and the loss of 95,000 jobs. Stanton is a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee and serves on the Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere. He is also a founding member of the Congressional U.S.-Mexico Caucus. When he got to Congress in 2019, he worked with the Trump administration to finalize and pass the USMCA trade agreement. Mexico is Arizona’s largest trading partner—the state imported $11.8 billion worth of goods last year alone. Stanton is the former Mayor of Phoenix, Arizona, and led 18 trade delegations to Mexico and Canada during his tenure. 1 2026-07-02T06:20:02Z 2026-07-02T06:21:32Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-reacts-to-scotus-decisions-upholding-birthright-citizenship-restrictions-for-transgender-student-athletes Rep. Grijalva Reacts to SCOTUS Decisions Upholding Birthright Citizenship, Restrictions for Transgender Student Athletes 2026-06-30 2026 2026-06 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Washington, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva issued the following statement after the Supreme Court's decision to uphold birthright citizenship and to allow states to restrict transgender athletes from competing in high school and collegiate sports: On birthright citizenship: “Today’s Supreme Court decision reaffirms what we have known all along: if you are born in this country, you are a United States citizen. This was never a legitimate legal question. It was a basic reading comprehension test of the Constitution. At its core, this case was rooted in Trump's anti-immigrant agenda and his effort to redefine who gets to be an American, and what this country looks like. While the rule of law prevailed today, this decision does not end this administration's assault on immigrant communities. The fight to defend their rights and uphold the Constitution is far from over. On transgender student athlete restrictions: “Transgender student-athletes make up a small fraction of young people in this country, yet Republicans have spent years turning one of the most vulnerable groups into a political scapegoat. At a time when families are struggling with rising costs, Republicans are targeting the wrong one percent – fixating on this tiny group of marginalized students instead of taking on the billionaires and special interests driving economic inequality. Every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and be part of a team without being excluded because of who they are.” 1 2026-07-01T06:34:07Z 2026-07-01T06:35:35Z
https://stanton.house.gov/2026/6/stanton-ndaa-amendments-would-bar-trump-administration-s-use-of-military-personnel-and-resources-for-immigration-enforcement Stanton NDAA Amendments Would Bar Trump Administration’s Use of Military Personnel and Resources for Immigration Enforcement 2026-06-29 2026 2026-06 Democrat House AZ Greg Stanton S001211 stanton.house.gov stanton https://stanton.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representative Greg Stanton (D-Ariz.) offered two amendments to the Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) to stop the Trump Administration from turning America's military into an arm of its immigration crackdown. This comes amidst reports from Bloomberg Law that the Department of Defense (DoD) is planning to begin involuntarily activating military lawyers to serve as immigration judges and to represent the government in cases involving detained migrant children. DoD has previouslyrequested civilian employees to collaborate with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in border security missions. "The Trump administration keeps blurring the line between national defense and their chaotic, cruel immigration agenda. The Department of Defense should be focused on real threats to our national security," said Stanton. Stanton’s first amendment would bar the Department of Defense from using funds to enter into new contracts—or execute existing ones—to support domestic immigration enforcement. The amendment directly targets a Trump administration scheme to use DoD contracting authority to help DHS sidestep local oversight, state laws, and federal procurement requirements to fast-track a nationwide network of warehouse-style ICE detention facilities, including one in Surprise, Arizona. A similar effort was led by Senators Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Peter Welch (D-Vt.) to amend the Senate’s Fiscal Year 2027 Defense appropriations bill. Stanton’s second amendment would prohibit DoD funds from being used to allow department staff to volunteer for or support immigration enforcement operations. The amendment responds to a memo signed by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth last year authorizing DoD civilian employees to serve in a 180-day volunteer program embedded at ICE and CBP facilities—with some required to deploy within 96 hours of approval. Text to Stanton’s first amendment HERE. 1 2026-06-30T06:29:10Z 2026-06-30T06:30:42Z
https://stanton.house.gov/2026/6/as-screwworm-cases-rise-stanton-urges-usda-to-reestablish-screwworm-response-facility-in-arizona As Screwworm Cases Rise, Stanton Urges USDA to Reestablish Screwworm Response Facility in Arizona 2026-06-26 2026 2026-06 Democrat House AZ Greg Stanton S001211 stanton.house.gov stanton https://stanton.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representative Greg Stanton (AZ-04) sent a letter urging U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Brooke Rollins to take swift action to strengthen Arizona's defenses against the growing outbreak of New World Screwworm (NWS). The New World Screwworm is a flesh-eating parasite that feeds on living tissue and can cause severe injury or death in livestock and wildlife, with twenty-six confirmed domestic cases and infections detected within 500 miles of Arizona's border. In a letter to Secretary Rollins, Stanton urged the USDA to assess federal investments needed to restore a sterile fly dispersal facility in Douglas, Arizona, which served as a critical hub in the nation's first successful effort to eradicate screwworm from the United States. "The reemergence of New World Screwworm is a national security emergency that requires our utmost attention and a rapid, strategic surge of resources to the Southwest," Stanton wrote. Stanton noted that the facility's location remains strategically advantageous as cases move closer to Arizona and as Arizona ranchers and cattle growers could soon face significant risks. In addition to restoring sterile fly operations in Douglas, Stanton called on the USDA to: Expand support for fly detection and verification efforts at the University of Arizona College of Veterinary Medicine's Diagnostic Laboratory, one of only three national sites screening for New World Screwworm. Utilize direct hiring authorities to increase staffing levels at USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). Reinvest in international monitoring and prevention programs designed to stop the spread of screwworm in Central America before it reaches the United States. The full letter is available HERE. 1 2026-06-27T06:16:17Z 2026-06-27T06:17:30Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-reacts-to-scotus-decisions-on-asylum-tps Rep. Grijalva Reacts to SCOTUS Decisions on Asylum, TPS 2026-06-25 2026 2026-06 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Washington, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva issued the following statement following the Supreme Court's decision to side with the Trump Administration’s policy of turning away asylum seekers at the southern border and to strip Temporary Protected Status from Syrian and Haitian TPS recipients: “Donald Trump is trying to change what our nation looks like – and the Supreme Court is enabling him,” said Rep. Grijalva. “Their right-wing majority sided with Trump’s extreme immigration agenda to block asylum seekers at the southern border and strip protections from people fleeing authoritarian regimes, war, and persecution. The right to seek asylum from life-threatening violence and persecution is not just enshrined in U.S. law – it is protected under international law. These rulings are a moral stain on the foundations of this country, and a betrayal of the values and principles we have both a legal and humanitarian responsibility to uphold.” 1 2026-06-26T06:29:35Z 2026-06-26T06:31:46Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-mayor-romero-slam-trump-for-holding-bipartisan-affordable-housing-bill-hostage Rep. Grijalva, Mayor Romero Slam Trump for Holding Bipartisan Affordable Housing Bill Hostage 2026-06-24 2026 2026-06 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Washington, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva and Tucson Mayor Regina Romero issued the following statements after President Trump announced he would not sign bipartisan legislation to expand affordable housing after it passed both chambers of Congress unless Congress passes the SAVE America Act – unrelated legislation to curtail voting rights. “This bipartisan bill is an important step towards addressing the housing crisis by expanding affordable housing supply, supporting homebuyers, and combating the growing role of private equity and corporate investors that are buying up thousands of homes and driving up rents,” said Rep. Grijalva. “Instead of delivering relief to working families, Trump is holding this bipartisan bill hostage for radical legislation that would disenfranchise millions of voters and restrict access to vote by mail, which 80% of Arizonans rely on. This is nothing more than a desperate attempt at a federal takeover of our elections because Trump knows voters will hold him accountable at the ballot box for tanking our economy.” "The housing crisis is real, and we feel its impacts every day in Tucson," said Mayor Romero. "I appreciate the bipartisan work that brought Congress together to address the urgent need for more affordable housing. Families struggling with rising housing costs cannot afford more delays. I urge the President to sign this bill. It is disappointing that legislation designed to help people find and afford housing is being held hostage to advance unrelated restrictions on voting rights." 1 2026-06-25T06:30:03Z 2026-06-25T06:31:21Z
https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases/ansari-goldman-introduce-new-legislation-to-guard-against-federal-election-interference ANSARI, GOLDMAN INTRODUCE NEW LEGISLATION TO GUARD AGAINST FEDERAL ELECTION INTERFERENCE 2026-06-23 2026 2026-06 Democrat House AZ Yassamin Ansari A000381 ansari.house.gov ansari https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Representatives Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) and Dan Goldman (NY-10) introduced the Voting Systems Protection Act, new legislation to guard against election interference by the federal government. The legislation comes in response to the Trump administration’s repeated attempts to seize election infrastructure in several states over the last year as part of an ongoing effort to rig and cast doubt on the upcoming midterms. “In Arizona, we’re all too familiar with Donald Trump trying to interfere in our elections. The Constitution makes it clear that the administration of elections belongs to the states, not any president — particularly one seeking to illegally expand his corrupt overreach in furtherance of the same conspiracy theories and lies about the 2020 election that led to the January 6 insurrection. Arizona voters and all Americans should be able to trust that their voting systems are protected from political interference. Our Voting Systems Protection Act establishes clear safeguards to keep election administration in the hands of qualified state officials and the voters they serve,” said Rep Ansari. “This administration has spent the last year launching an unprecedented attack on the integrity of our voting systems and laying the groundwork to undermine our upcoming midterm elections,” said Rep. Goldman. “Congress must act now to rein in an out-of-control White House and to ensure that our elections remain free, fair, and secure. I am introducing the Voting Systems Protection Act with Rep. Ansari to enact additional guardrails around our elections and protect the future of our democracy.” The Trump Administration has repeatedly sought to seize election infrastructure and undermine the integrity of our elections. In early January 2026, President Trump expressed regret over not having directed the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Defense (DOD) to seize voting machines in the wake of the 2020 Presidential election. Days later, the Federal Bureau of Inve… 1 2026-06-24T06:25:30Z 2026-06-24T06:26:49Z
https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-ansari-votes-to-advance-bipartisan-housing-package-to-increase-supply-and-lower-costs Rep. Ansari Votes to Advance Bipartisan Housing Package to Increase Supply and Lower Costs 2026-06-23 2026 2026-06 Democrat House AZ Yassamin Ansari A000381 ansari.house.gov ansari https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Legislation Represents the Most Sweeping Housing Legislation in Decades WASHINGTON – Today, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03), Chairwoman of the Congressional Progressive Caucus’ (CPC) Lowering Costs Taskforce, voted in support of the bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, legislation to expand the nation’s housing supply, reduce barriers to development, and improve access to affordable housing opportunities for working families. “Housing affordability remains one of the most urgent challenges facing Arizonans. I hear from families every day who are being priced out of their neighborhoods and struggling to afford a home. This bill, which will soon become a law, is an important step towards expanding access to affordable housing for those in my district in Arizona and across the country,” said Rep. Ansari. “As Chairwoman of the Congressional Progressive Caucus Lowering Costs Task Force, I will continue holding affordability tours and listening directly to Americans, and ensuring that those conversations inform our work ahead.” Read bill text HERE. In her role as the Chairwoman of the Congressional Progressive Caucus (CPC) Lowering Costs Taskforce, Ansari has held “Affordability Listening Tours” in Phoenix, Las Vegas, and soon Houston to hear firsthand from residents about how rising costs are affecting their households. The sessions have centered on the cost of essentials— housing, food, health care, gas, and utilities — and bringing that feedback back to Congress to help shape policies that address affordability challenges. Ansari also hosted the Taskforce’s first shadow hearing, titled “Building the New American Dream: Lowering Housing Costs for All.” The shadow hearing brought together Members of Congress, housing policy experts, and frontline advocates to confront the housing affordability crisis impacting families in Arizona and across the country. Follow @RepYassAnsari on all social media platforms and visit Ansari.House.gov to learn more. ### 1 2026-06-24T06:25:30Z 2026-06-24T06:26:49Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-leads-letter-demanding-trump-administration-restore-title-ix-protections-for-student-survivors Rep. Grijalva Leads Letter Demanding Trump Administration Restore Title IX Protections for Student Survivors 2026-06-23 2026 2026-06 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Washington, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva, alongside Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici, and 35 members of the Democratic Women’s Caucus (DWC), called on Department of Education Secretary Linda McMahon to immediately restore and enforce critical Title IX protections for students who have experienced sexual harassment, sexual assault, and sex discrimination. Rep. Grijalva will also be signing on to a resolution led by Rep. Bonamici to impeach Secretary McMahon for violating her oath of office, making false and misleading statements to Congress, and violating federal law by illegally transferring the operations of multiple offices and more than 100 programs under the Department of Education to other federal agencies without the consent of Congress. In their letter, the Members raised alarm over the Department of Education’s failure to protect student survivors and hold schools accountable under Title IX. Since the beginning of the Trump Administration, the Department’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR), which is responsible for investigating claims of discrimination and harassment in schools, has not entered into a single resolution agreement addressing sexual harassment or sexual violence, despite hundreds of pending cases involving student survivors. “Every student deserves to learn in a safe environment free from sexual harassment, assault, and discrimination,” said Rep. Grijalva. “The Trump Administration has abandoned its responsibility to protect survivors and is instead dismantling the very systems designed to hold bad actors accountable. Students should not have to fight alone for basic civil rights protections. The Department of Education must stop prioritizing political agendas over justice and immediately restore the resources needed to investigate and resolve these cases.” The Members’ letter highlights the Trump Administration’s continued efforts to weaken the Office for Civil Rights, including placing hundreds of OCR employees on administrative leave and closing regional offices responsib… 1 2026-06-24T06:25:30Z 2026-06-24T06:26:49Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-delivers-remarks-at-press-conference-in-support-of-karla-toledo Rep. Grijalva Delivers Remarks at Press Conference in Support of Karla Toledo 2026-06-22 2026 2026-06 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Tucson, AZ – U.S. Representative Adelita S. Grijalva joined local community members at a press conference in support of Karla Toledo, who recently had deportation proceedings re-filed against her by DHS. Karla is a DACA recipient who was detained by ICE in Tucson on May 18th after they illegally entered her home despite having active DACA status, no criminal record, and having lived in the United States since she was brought to the country at just one year old. Rep. Grijalva visited Karla immediately in detention and later responded to ICE’s smear campaign against her. You can view Rep. Grijalva’s remarks here and Karla Toledo’s remarks here. Rep’s Grijalva’s remarks are also copied below: Buenos dias. Thank you all for being here. I want to begin by talking about Karla Toledo – not as a case number, not as a statistic, but as a member of our community. Karla was brought to the United States when she was just one year old. This is the only country she has ever known. Karla es parte de nuestra comunidad. Es nuestra vecina, nuestra amiga, y merece ser tratada con dignidad y respeto. She is a DACA recipient. She has no criminal record. She has dedicated herself to serving her community and is building a life here in Southern Arizona. Despite all of that, Karla finds herself once again facing deportation proceedings. It means living every day with uncertainty about whether you will be separated from your family, your community, and the life you have built. It means putting someone's future on hold. What makes this case even more disturbing is that DHS already asked immigration court to dismiss Karla’s deportation case. That court granted the request. But now, after putting Karla and her family through weeks of uncertainty, they have reversed course and started the process all over again. That is reprehensible. And through all of this, Karla has shown extraordinary courage. She could have stayed silent to try to navigate this ordeal in private. Few would have blamed her for doing so. Instead, she chose to… 1 2026-06-23T06:27:52Z 2026-06-23T06:29:20Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-calls-on-dhs-to-extend-public-comment-period-abandon-plans-for-proposed-marana-detention-facility Rep. Grijalva Calls on DHS to Extend Public Comment Period, Abandon Plans for Proposed Marana Detention Facility 2026-06-18 2026 2026-06 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Tucson, AZ – U.S. Representative Adelita S. Grijalva released the following statement after the Department of Homeland Security discretely published an environmental floodplain report about the proposed detention facility in Marana, Arizona. Unless extended, the deadline for public input would close today. This comes after a new report that DHS is selling seven of the eleven warehouses it recently purchased for detention purposes across the country. “Once again, DHS is rushing through a public comment period to avoid public scrutiny and expedite Trump’s mass deportation agenda. Our community has already made its concerns clear. DHS should extend the review period by at least 30 days to give the public a meaningful opportunity to review this report and provide feedback. Apart from the environmental impacts, DHS’s plans to double the occupancy capacity of this facility, especially when we have seen the sub-human conditions at the existing facilities it oversees, is a bright red flag.” “Human beings are not cargo to be warehoused in detention facilities, where far too many are denied even the most basic medical care and treatment. DHS should abandon its plans for this facility, just as they have done with others around the country. This endeavor has proven to be a giant waste of taxpayer dollars – but a giant windfall for private detention companies that have gotten paid millions of dollars for empty beds.” 1 2026-06-19T06:50:32Z 2026-06-19T06:53:40Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-statement-on-us-iran-agreement Rep. Grijalva Statement on U.S.-Iran Agreement 2026-06-18 2026 2026-06 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper “While I am relieved to see hostilities come to an end, at least temporarily, one fundamental question remains: Why did we go to war with Iran in the first place? This conflict claimed the lives of 13 U.S. service members, killed thousands of civilians including innocent children, cost tens of billions of dollars, and inflicted economic pain on families across the country.” “Yet after all of that sacrifice and destruction, we are left worse off than when this conflict began. The world is less stable, and we are in a far weaker position to negotiate a lasting agreement that prevents Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon than we were under the 2015 Obama Iran deal that Trump withdrew from. This conflict was an unnecessary and profound failure. Americans should remember that Trump cannot be trusted to keep his word. Congress must reassert its power to ensure stability and diplomacy instead of engaging in reckless wars.” 1 2026-06-19T06:50:32Z 2026-06-19T06:53:40Z
https://stanton.house.gov/2026/6/stanton-statement-on-u-s-iran-agreement Stanton Statement on U.S.-Iran Agreement 2026-06-18 2026 2026-06 Democrat House AZ Greg Stanton S001211 stanton.house.gov stanton https://stanton.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON DC – Today, U.S. Representative Greg Stanton (D-Ariz) issued the following statement: “Trump’s war-of-choice in Iran was a disaster waiting to happen. He never should have started this conflict, and this agreement proves it. More than 100 days later, his recklessness has left Americans poorer, weaker, and less safe. Trump bragged he could get a stronger deal than the JCPOA. He did not. He tore up an agreement that had Iran’s nuclear program under real limits with inspectors in place. He chose war instead, and left Americans to pay the price: fourteen servicemembers’ lives lost, hundreds more wounded, billions of taxpayer dollars wasted, and higher costs at home. This “deal” isn’t a deal at all. Trump is making massive concessions, all before Iran has made a single lasting commitment on its nuclear program. The deal hands the Iranian regime $300 billion, lifts sanctions on Iran’s oil industry, and gives Iran access to its frozen funds for reopening the Strait of Hormuz — a waterway that was open before the war began. It secures no guarantee American and allied vessels will be able to pass permanently toll-free. And to make matters worse, Trump’s war only hardened Iran’s radical leadership. At the end of the day, we are back to the same position we were in when we tried to get a deal with Iran on its nuclear program back in February. Congress must be briefed on the agreement immediately, but it’s clear the Administration has work to do to strengthen this deal over the 60-day ceasefire period.” 1 2026-06-19T06:50:32Z 2026-06-19T06:53:40Z
https://stanton.house.gov/2026/6/stanton-secures-release-of-margoth-and-dilan-paredes-tempe-family-held-in-ice-detention-in-texas Stanton Secures Release of Margoth and Dilan Paredes, Tempe Family Held in ICE Detention in Texas 2026-06-17 2026 2026-06 Democrat House AZ Greg Stanton S001211 stanton.house.gov stanton https://stanton.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON DC – Rep. Greg Stanton, D-Ariz., announced Tempe resident Margoth Paredes-Ortiz and her 14-year-old son Dilan Maney Paredes were freed from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody in Texas and arrived back in Arizona. The family will remain in Arizona as their case is before the Board of Immigration Appeals. “Tempe is Margoth and Dilan’s home. Their detention reflects the outrageous, misguided priorities under Trump's mass deportation agenda,” Stanton said. Stanton continued, “Thank you to Congressman Joaquin Castro for assisting my office in this case, and for his continued leadership in the fight to shut down the inhumane Dilley facility.” Background: Margoth fled Ecuador after she and Dilan were held at gunpoint while she was at work. She sought asylum upon arriving in the United States in 2023. Dilan was enrolled at Cecil Shamley School in Tempe at the time of their detention. While in detention, Margoth reported that Dilan experienced significant emotional distress, frequently crying and struggling to understand the circumstances of their detention. ICE confirmed to Stanton’s office that no removal is imminent as her case is before the Board of Immigration Appeals. While in detention, Stanton's office took the following actions on behalf of the family: Coordinated with Congressman Joaquín Castro's (D-TX) office, legal advocates, and Texas-based immigration organizations to help ensure Margoth and Dilan have access to legal representation. 1 2026-06-18T06:41:00Z 2026-06-18T06:43:25Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-statement-on-dhs-re-filing-deportation-proceedings-against-karla-toledo Rep. Grijalva Statement on DHS Re-filing Deportation Proceedings Against Karla Toledo 2026-06-16 2026 2026-06 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Tucson, AZ – U.S. Representative Adelita S. Grijalva released the following statement after it was reported that DHS has placed Karla Toledo back in deportation proceedings. This comes after DHS previously filed a motion asking the immigration court to dismiss those deportation proceedings, which the court granted. Karla is a DACA recipient who was detained by ICE in Tucson on May 18th after they illegally entered her home despite having active DACA status, no criminal record, and having lived in the United States since she was brought to the country at just one year old. Rep. Grijalva visited Karla immediately in detention and later responded to ICE’s smear campaign against her. “DHS needs to stop playing games with Karla’s life. They have already dropped her deportation case once before. Their decision to re-file raises the question whether they are retaliating against Karla for speaking out. On the heels of the 14th anniversary of DACA, it is mind-boggling that the Trump Administration is targeting someone like Karla – a DACA recipient with no criminal record, a strong record of service to her community, and someone who has lived here almost her entire life. The targeting of DREAMers like Karla proves that these immigration raids were never about public safety or border security. To add insult to injury, ICE has yet to answer for why they unlawfully stormed Karla’s home without a judicial warrant.” 1 2026-06-18T06:41:00Z 2026-06-18T06:43:25Z
https://stanton.house.gov/2026/6/stanton-provides-update-on-margoth-and-dilan-paredes-tempe-family-held-in-ice-detention-in-texas Stanton Provides Update on Margoth and Dilan Paredes, Tempe Family Held in ICE Detention in Texas 2026-06-15 2026 2026-06 Democrat House AZ Greg Stanton S001211 stanton.house.gov stanton https://stanton.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Rep. Greg Stanton, D-Ariz., said he has spoken directly with Tempe resident Margoth Paredes-Ortiz who, along with her 14-year-old son Dilan, has now spent more than two weeks detained at the Dilley Immigration Processing Center in Texas. Margoth and Dilan were taken into custody on May 26, 2026. Today, June 15, marks 20 days since the children were taken into federal immigration custody — an important deadline under the landmark 1997 Flores Settlement Agreement, which protects children from prolonged detention. "A mother and her son belong at home, not in a detention facility hundreds of miles from their community. Margoth and Dilan fled real violence in Ecuador and built a life in Tempe. I will not stop fighting for their return,” Stanton said. Background: Margoth fled Ecuador after she and Dilan were held at gunpoint while she was at work. She sought asylum upon arriving in the United States in 2023. Dilan, who was enrolled at Cecil Shamley School in Tempe at the time of their detention, is now experiencing significant emotional distress. Margoth reports he cries frequently and doesn’t understand the circumstances of their detention. ICE confirmed to Stanton’s office that no removal is imminent as her case is before the Board of Immigration Appeals. Stanton's office has taken the following actions on behalf of the family: Submitted a formal congressional inquiry to ICE's Office of Congressional Relations requesting written updates on the family's case and detention conditions, and requested a direct call with the acting director of ICE. Coordinated with Congressman Joaquín Castro's (D-TX) office, legal advocates, and Texas-based immigration organizations to help ensure Margoth and Dilan have access to legal representation. Continued to monitor conditions at the Dilley facility, including access to food, water, educational programming, legal calls, and medical care. Background on the 1997 Flores Settlement Agreement The 1997 Flores Settlement Agreement “sets out nationwide polic… 1 2026-06-18T06:41:00Z 2026-06-18T06:43:25Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/grijalva-demands-due-process-for-tucson-daca-recipient-facing-deportation Grijalva Demands Due Process for Tucson DACA Recipient Facing Deportation 2026-06-12 2026 2026-06 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Washington, D.C. — U.S. Representative Adelita S. Grijalva today called on federal authorities to release DACA recipient Jessica Corrales-Duarte from immigration detention, reunite her with her family, and halt deportation proceedings. She is currently facing a misdemeanor charge for a minor offense in municipal court but has been unable to appear in court to defend herself due to her detention. She faces the prospect of deportation under the Laken Riley Act passed last year, which subjects certain immigrants to detention and removal proceedings based on pending charges rather than a criminal conviction. Representative Grijalva released the following statement: “ICE is going after yet another DACA recipient in our community. Her name is Jessica Corrales-Duarte and she is a constituent of mine. Jessica is a married 29-year-old mother of two young girls. She was born in Mexico and brought to the United States when she was just two years old. Jessica is facing misdemeanor charges related to an alleged minor offense. According to her attorney, she has no prior criminal record. Jessica wasn’t able to attend a hearing today in municipal court to defend herself because she has been held at a federal detention facility in Eloy for the last six months. Like anyone else in this country, she is entitled to due process and to the presumption of innocence until proven guilty. However, there is a real possibility that she will be deported without ever getting her day in court. That is both cruel and fundamentally unjust. This is a direct consequence of the Laken Riley Act, where a mere accusation — not a conviction — of a minor offense is enough to trigger deportation. I am calling on federal authorities to release Jessica from detention, reunite her with her family, and halt all deportation proceedings. No mother who has spent nearly her entire life in this country should be torn away from her children.” ### 1 2026-06-13T06:32:19Z 2026-06-13T06:34:27Z
https://stanton.house.gov/2026/6/stanton-lawler-unveil-bipartisan-package-to-strengthen-america-s-response-to-extreme-heat Stanton, Lawler Unveil Bipartisan Package to Strengthen America’s Response to Extreme Heat 2026-06-12 2026 2026-06 Democrat House AZ Greg Stanton S001211 stanton.house.gov stanton https://stanton.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representatives Greg Stanton (D-Ariz.) and Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.), Co-Chairs of the Congressional Extreme Heat Caucus, unveiled a bipartisan legislative package to combat the growing and deadly threat of extreme heat to public health, national security, infrastructure, and communities nationwide. Extreme heat is the deadliest weather-related hazard in America — killing more people every year than hurricanes, tornadoes, and floods combined. Phoenix continues to shatter heat records, with high temperatures arriving earlier and lasting longer, and now, scientists are predicting that 2026 and 2027 will rank among the hottest years on record. As a growing number of communities from the Southwest to the Northeast face greater risks from extreme heat, the Extreme Heat Caucus is championing bipartisan approaches to address this deadly threat. "In Phoenix, we just lived through our hottest spring on record, and we know the heat is only getting worse. This package gives Congress the awareness tools, the data, and the serious policy infrastructure to get ahead of a crisis that is already here. I'm grateful for Congressman Lawler's leadership and partnership in getting this done,” said Congressman Greg Stanton. "Extreme heat is not a future challenge; it is a present-day reality affecting communities in New York, Arizona, and across the country. This bipartisan package will help us better understand the scope of the problem, improve public awareness and preparedness, and ensure policymakers have the information needed to protect public health, strengthen resilience, and save lives,” said Congressman Mike Lawler. The package includes three measures: The National Extreme Heat Awareness Week — A resolution designating July 3–10, 2026, as National Extreme Heat Awareness Week, supporting a nationwide effort to educate Americans on the risks extreme heat poses to public health, infrastructure, agriculture, energy systems, and economic productivity. The Extreme Heat Congressional Advisory Commission Act … 1 2026-06-13T06:32:19Z 2026-06-13T06:34:27Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-helps-introduce-keep-public-dollars-in-public-schools-act Rep. Grijalva Helps Introduce Keep Public Dollars in Public Schools Act 2026-06-11 2026 2026-06 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva (AZ-07) today joined Representatives Gwen Moore, Suzanne Bonamici, Mark Pocan, and Maxwell Frost in introducing the Keep Public Dollars in Public Schools Act, legislation to repeal the federal private school voucher tax credit created under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and ensure taxpayer dollars are invested in public schools. The Senate version of this legislation has been introduced by Senator Mark Kelly (S.4297). The legislation comes as Arizona continues to serve as a cautionary example of the consequences of expanding private school voucher programs without adequate oversight. Arizona's universal voucher program now costs taxpayers more than $1 billion annually and has been rife with allegations of waste, fraud, and abuse. In one of many cases, two out-of-state individuals pleaded guilty to creating dozens of fictitious "ghost students" and using forged documents to fraudulently obtain more than $110,000 in taxpayer-funded voucher dollars. State audits and reporting have also documented voucher funds being used for questionable purchases, such as trips to Disneyland, diamond rings, and lingerie. "Arizona's misguided experiment with universal private school vouchers should serve as a warning to the rest of the country. We've watched public education dollars diverted into a system plagued by abuse – from fraudulent 'ghost student' schemes to reports of taxpayer-funded purchases of luxury goods and vacations," said Rep. Grijalva. "The federal government should not replicate this failed program on a national scale. The Keep Public Dollars in Public Schools Act will help ensure federal taxpayer dollars strengthen the public schools that serve the overwhelming majority of America's children, not subsidize privatization schemes rife with fraud." Public schools educate approximately 90 percent of students in the United States and are required to comply with federal civil rights laws, accountability standards, transparency requirements, and protections for st… 1 2026-06-12T06:37:16Z 2026-06-12T06:39:00Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-san-carlos-apache-tribe-chairman-rambler-pen-op-ed-oak-flat-mine-harms-national-security-sacred-tribal-land Rep. Grijalva, San Carlos Apache Tribe Chairman Rambler Pen Op-Ed: “Oak Flat Mine Harms National Security, Sacred Tribal Land” 2026-06-11 2026 2026-06 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva and San Carlos Apache Tribe Chairman Terry Rambler penned an op-ed in the Arizona Republic highlighting the Trump Administration's decision to transfer Oak Flat, a sacred Apache site in Arizona's Tonto National Forest, to a foreign-owned mining company with ties to the People's Republic of China. In the op-ed, Chairman Rambler and Rep. Grijalva argue that the administration's claims that the transfer is necessary for national security ring hollow when the deal hands public land and copper to foreign corporations while threatening Indigenous religious practices, Arizona's water supply, and a sacred landscape that has been used by the Apache people since time immemorial. The piece also highlights the need to protect land that is adjacent to the transferred land from mining infrastructure, which is what recently introduced legislation by Rep. Grijalva aims to do. The full op-ed is copied below: “For decades, tribes, faith leaders, and allies across the country have fought to protect Oak Flat, a sacred landscape in Arizona’s Tonto National Forest, also known as Chí’chil Biłdagoteel in Apache. But on March 13, under the pretense of securing minerals for our “national security,” the Trump administration gave away 2,422 acres of Oak Flat to Resolution Copper, a foreign-owned mining company with ties to the People’s Republic of China. The decision is as shameful as it is bewildering: after calling the tribes who have been fighting to protect this land “anti-American,” Trump handed our public lands — and the minerals beneath their surface — to foreign-owned corporations, with no guarantees to benefit the American people. To be clear, Oak Flat is not simply real estate. Since time immemorial, the Apache people have prayed here, sought sanctuary and spiritual cleansing, and gathered traditional foods and medicine from this area. Coming of age ceremonies for young Apache women are still held here and religious leaders often visit to seek divine inspiration. It is a pl… 1 2026-06-12T06:37:16Z 2026-06-12T06:39:00Z
https://stanton.house.gov/2026/6/stanton-castro-barrag-n-demand-transparency-on-dna-collection-of-detained-families-at-dilley-detention-facility Stanton, Castro, Barragán Demand Transparency on DNA Collection of Detained Families at Dilley Detention Facility 2026-06-11 2026 2026-06 Democrat House AZ Greg Stanton S001211 stanton.house.gov stanton https://stanton.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Following a congressional oversight visit to the Dilley Immigration Processing Center in Texas, U.S. Representatives Greg Stanton (AZ-04), Joaquin Castro (TX-20) and Nanette Barragán (CA-44) sent a letter to DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin and Acting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Director Todd Lyons demanding answers about the collection and use of DNA from families detained at the Dilley Immigration Processing Center. “During our visit, we learned that ICE collects DNA samples from individuals detained at the facility, including parents and children. Given the sensitive nature of biometric information, we seek greater transparency regarding these practices and assurance that these samples are being utilized responsibly and in accordance with applicable laws and policies,” the lawmakers wrote. In the letter, the lawmakers request detailed information regarding DNA collection policies and protocols and ask for responses to the following questions no later than June 17, 2026: A detailed description of ICE's policies and procedures regarding the collection of DNA from adults and minors detained at the Dilley facility. A description of all databases, federal agencies, contractors, or third parties with whom DNA profiles or related information may be shared. Information regarding how long DNA samples and resulting profiles are retained and the process, if any, for expungement or deletion. Any guidance provided to families regarding their rights, the purpose of collection, and how their genetic information will be used. Any assessments conducted regarding the privacy, civil rights, or civil liberties implications of collecting DNA from children and family units. Additionally, the lawmakers raised concerns about the lack of educational programming at the facility. Local ICE officials informed them that only two certified teachers were on site despite a population of 97 children on the day of their May 26 visit. The full letter is here. 1 2026-06-12T06:37:16Z 2026-06-12T06:39:00Z
https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases/ansari-delivers-floor-speech-highlighting-contributions-of-arizonas-iranian-community-calls-for-temporary-protected-status Ansari Delivers Floor Speech Highlighting Contributions of Arizona’s Iranian Community, Calls for Temporary Protected Status 2026-06-10 2026 2026-06 Democrat House AZ Yassamin Ansari A000381 ansari.house.gov ansari https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON –Today, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) delivered a speech on the House Floor in support of the Iranian Temporary Immigration Relief Act, legislation she introduced to provide Temporary Protected Status and work authorization to eligible Iranian nationals already living legally in the United States. “Our bill is about fairness. It is about keeping a promise to people who followed the law, complied with every immigration requirement, and came to this country to study, research, innovate, and contribute,” said Rep. Ansari. “Just in Arizona, I’ve heard from dozens of students, scientists, engineers, and researchers whose lives have been thrown into limbo by the chaos unleashed by the Trump Administration. These are real people contributing to America’s future.” WATCH Below is a transcript of Rep. Ansari’s full remarks as delivered on the House Floor: Mister Speaker, I rise today in support of the Iranian Temporary Immigration Relief Act, legislation I introduced alongside Congressman Tom Suozzi to provide Temporary Protected Status and work authorization to eligible Iranian nationals already living legally in the United States. Our bill is about fairness. It is about keeping a promise to people who followed the law, complied with every immigration requirement, and came to this country to study, research, innovate, and contribute. It is also personal to me. My father came to the United States as a student. Like so many others I’ve met in Arizona, he came here legally, pursued his education, and built a life grounded in opportunity and hard work. These stories are not unique. They are shared by thousands of Iranian students and researchers who now find themselves caught in uncertainty through no fault of their own. Just in Arizona, I’ve heard from dozens of students, scientists, engineers, and researchers whose lives have been thrown into limbo by the chaos unleashed by the Trump Administration. These are real people contributing to America’s future. One Arizona State University graduate e… 1 2026-06-11T06:38:38Z 2026-06-11T06:41:07Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-secures-more-than-15-million-for-community-projects-across-southern-arizona-in-house-appropriations-bills Rep. Grijalva Secures More Than $15 Million for Community Projects Across Southern Arizona in House Appropriations Bills 2026-06-10 2026 2026-06 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Washington, D.C. — U.S. Representative Adelita S. Grijalva announced that 20 Community Project Funding requests she submitted on behalf of Southern Arizona communities have been included in the House Fiscal Year 2027 appropriations bills, totaling $15,016,664 in proposed federal investments. This funding must still be approved by both chambers of Congress and signed into law. One project, the Copper Queen Library in Bisbee, was not included in the final appropriations bills. “I am proud to have secured inclusion of more than $15 million in Community Project Funding requests from across CD-7 in the House appropriations bills,” said Rep. Grijalva. “These investments span city centers, rural communities, and Tribal Nations throughout Southern Arizona and represent an important step toward delivering the federal resources our communities need and deserve. Every one of these projects reflects priorities identified by local communities and will deliver real benefits for Southern Arizona families — from improving public safety and infrastructure to expanding access to health care, housing, education, and economic opportunity.” The projects included in the House appropriations bills are below: Pima County Projects South 12th Avenue Corridor Safety and Complete Streets Improvement Project Recipient: City of Tucson Funding Included in House Bill: $850,000 Description of Project: This project funds safety, accessibility, and streetscape improvements along South 12th Avenue, including traffic-calming measures, pedestrian enhancements, shade structures, and green stormwater infrastructure. The project will improve safety while supporting local businesses and climate resilience. “South 12th Avenue, La Doce, is a vital corridor for Tucson. This investment will help make it safer and more accessible for Tucsonans and visitors,” said Tucson Mayor Regina Romero. “I am grateful to Congresswoman Grijalva for championing this project, which aligns with our broader efforts to improve transportation and pedestrian safety, and s… 1 2026-06-11T06:38:38Z 2026-06-11T06:41:07Z
https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases/ansari-to-lead-panel-discussion-at-epstein-files-redacted-reading-room Ansari to Lead Panel Discussion at Epstein Files “Redacted Reading Room” 2026-06-09 2026 2026-06 Democrat House AZ Yassamin Ansari A000381 ansari.house.gov ansari https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper D.C. Installation Compiles All 3.5 Million Pages of DOJ’s Released Epstein Files Into 3,400 Individual Volumes Weighing More Than 17,000 Pounds WASHINGTON – Tomorrow, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03), a member of the House Oversight Committee, will participate in a panel discussion at the Donald J. Trump and Jeffrey Epstein Memorial Reading Room in Washington, D.C. “The Trump Administration’s handling of the Epstein Files has been nothing short of disgusting. I’m proud to stand with the brave survivors to continue to share their stories.” said Rep. Ansari. “Survivors deserve justice and Oversight Democrats have been relentless in our pursuit of the truth. We will not stop fighting for transparency, accountability, and the full release of the Epstein Files.” Rep. Ansari will join legal analyst Katie Phang and an Epstein survivor for a discussion on the DOJ’s handling of the Epstein Files, its impact on survivors, and the fight for transparency and accountability. The panel will examine Attorney General nominee Todd Blanche’s role in the files' release and what a Blanche-led DOJ could mean for ongoing efforts to secure answers and justice. Hosted by the Institute for Primary Facts (IPF), the Reading Room opened to the public on June 9 and features all 3.5 million pages of unsealed court records and investigative files released by the Department of Justice, printed and bound into more than 3,400 volumes. Located steps from the Department of Justice, the installation spans 12,000 square feet and will remain open through June 12. The Washington installation follows a New York exhibition that drew nearly 10,000 visitors and generated more than 85 million online impressions. It also follows a 24-hour public reading of the unsealed records involving advocates, citizens, and survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes. ### 1 2026-06-10T06:36:00Z 2026-06-10T06:37:32Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-reacts-to-passage-of-republican-dhs-funding-bill Rep. Grijalva Reacts to Passage of Republican DHS Funding Bill 2026-06-09 2026 2026-06 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Washington, D.C. — Representative Adelita S. Grijalva released the following statement today after House Republicans passed a Department of Homeland Security funding bill that hands another $70 billion to ICE and CBP, adding to the $170 billion already provided under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. For context, ICE’s normal annual budget is around $9.97 billion and CBP’s total annual budget is normally around $18.4 billion. "There always seems to be money for Trump’s mass deportation agenda, but never enough for the needs of working people,” said Rep. Grijalva. “The fear and chaos we're seeing in our neighborhoods, the separation of families, and the abduction and removal of DACA recipients and others who are lawfully present in this country are all the direct result of Republicans continuing to pour billions into this lawless agency. This bill gives ICE and CBP another $70 billion on top of the $170 billion they already received from the Big Ugly Law, with zero measures and guardrails for accountability. It also does nothing to prevent Trump from using his $1.8 billion slush fund to make payments to January 6th insurrectionists.” The bill's passage comes after Rep. Grijalva introduced two amendments aimed at increasing accountability surrounding sexual misconduct within DHS and protecting vulnerable children in ICE detention. Her first amendment would ensure DHS cannot use taxpayer dollars to violate longstanding protections for children in federal custody under the Flores Settlement, which stipulates minimum treatment and placement standards, including that children cannot be held for more than 20 days. Recent reports show that DHS routinely violates these protections. The second would withhold the new funds until DHS reports to Congress on the actions it has taken to address allegations of sexual misconduct involving ICE and CBP personnel. This follows reports of allegations of widespread sexual violence and abuse within the agencies. “These amendments were about protecting children and addressing disturbi… 1 2026-06-10T06:36:00Z 2026-06-10T06:37:32Z
https://stanton.house.gov/2026/6/stanton-moves-to-redirect-billions-from-ice-rein-in-warehouse-detention Stanton Moves to Redirect Billions from ICE, Rein In Warehouse Detention 2026-06-08 2026 2026-06 Democrat House AZ Greg Stanton S001211 stanton.house.gov stanton https://stanton.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representative Greg Stanton (AZ-04) today announced the introduction of three amendments to the House Republican reconciliation bill that would redirect funding from the $70 billion funding surge for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to bolster the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as hurricane season begins and add necessary oversight over the creation of detention facilities like the one under development in Surprise, AZ. "The Republican reconciliation bill pours tens of billions of dollars into ICE, on top of the billions they already have on hand, while failing to provide the oversight and accountability communities deserve," said Rep. Stanton. "My amendments attempted to redirect a portion of that funding to address urgent public safety and disaster response needs, while ensuring communities aren't sidelined when major federal detention facilities are proposed in their neighborhoods." Stanton's first amendment prohibits the use of funds to acquire or convert facilities into immigration detention centers unless DHS first consults with local, state, and Tribal officials and routes actions through the General Services Administration. The amendment responds to DHS plans to hold 80,000 immigrants in warehouses nationwide, including in Surprise, Arizona. Stanton led the Arizona House delegation in demanding transparency on the Surprise facility and submitted nearly 7,000 constituent comments to DHS opposing its construction. Additionally, as Ranking Member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure subcommittee with jurisdiction over FEMA, Stanton introduced two amendments to redirect funding for ICE to strengthen FEMA's operations. Stanton’s second amendment would redirect $10 billion from ICE to ensure FEMA is fully staffed and prepared as hurricane season begins. FEMA faces significant staffing challenges at a time when communities across the country are experiencing increasingly severe and frequent natural disasters. The amendment prioritizes disaster readiness … 1 2026-06-09T06:27:37Z 2026-06-09T06:30:10Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-introduces-amendments-to-address-harmful-snap-state-cost-shift-driving-arizonans-off-food-assistance Rep. Grijalva Introduces Amendments to Address Harmful SNAP State Cost-Shift Driving Arizonans Off Food Assistance 2026-06-05 2026 2026-06 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper 473,793 Arizonans, including 205,223 children, have lost SNAP benefits Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva introduced two amendments to the FY2027 Agriculture Appropriations bill to address harmful impacts of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) that has resulted in hundreds of thousands of Arizonans losing access to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. The OBBBA imposed new financial penalties on states that administer SNAP if they exceed a 6 percent payment error rate. The State of Arizona estimates those penalties could cost the state between $100 million and $300 million annually. Importantly, the SNAP payment error rate does not measure fraud, abuse, or misuse of the program. Instead, it measures whether households received the exact benefit amount for which they were eligible under SNAP's complex eligibility rules. The error rate includes both overpayments and underpayments. Compounding the problem, USDA has not publicly released internal methodology it uses to calculate these error rates, making it difficult for states to object to their calculations. Since the passage of the OBBBA last July, 473,793 Arizonans, including 205,223 children, have lost SNAP benefits—the largest decline in SNAP participation of any state and roughly a 50 percent reduction in enrollment. In April, Rep. Grijalva first raised the alarm of the significant decline in SNAP enrollment in Arizona. "To help pay for reckless wars overseas and tax breaks for the wealthy, this administration is taking food off the tables of working families trying to feed their children,” said Rep. Grijalva. “We know that eligible Arizonans – including children – have been kicked off SNAP because of this policy. This provision was never about preventing fraud. It is a backdoor attempt to slash food assistance by pushing astronomical costs onto states, which is exactly what’s happening. I will continue to adamantly oppose any unnecessary cost-shifting by USDA to the states." Rep. Grijalva's first amendment woul… 1 2026-06-06T06:16:30Z 2026-06-06T06:17:47Z
https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases/passed-ansari-bill-to-develop-standards-for-geothermal-energy PASSED: Ansari Bill to Develop Standards for Geothermal Energy 2026-06-03 2026 2026-06 Democrat House AZ Yassamin Ansari A000381 ansari.house.gov ansari https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – This week, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03), Ranking Member of the Energy and Minerals Subcommittee of the Natural Resources Committee, saw her first bill pass the House of Representatives. The Geothermal Gold Book Development Act establishes clear, consistent procedures and guidelines for geothermal leasing, exploration, permitting, and development. The bill directs the Department of the Interior, through the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), to create a “Gold Book” for geothermal energy, mirroring gold books already in use in oil, wind, and solar sectors. “I’ve spent my whole career working on climate policy; it’s humbling to see my first passed bill as a freshman make it through the House with bipartisan support,” said Ansari. “Harnessing the Earth’s internal heat through geothermal energy is a commonsense, promising source of renewable power. And my bill will ensure that the fastest-growing energy source in the United States can be safely regulated and reviewed by a nationwide, standardized system.” WATCH Ansari speak about her legislation. The bill covers a process for developing the Gold Book, including timing targets and deadlines, project guidelines and content, and other agencies or offices needed for consultation: Within 1 year of enactment, BLM must develop standard procedures for efficient and environmentally responsible geothermal permitting. Within 180 days after that, BLM must publish the Gold Book for use by both field offices and geothermal operators. The Gold Book must cover the end-to-end lifecycle of geothermal projects, including: Land use planning and lease sales Exploration and geophysical operations Permitting and approval of lease operations Environmental compliance Construction and maintenance Drilling and production operations Appeals processes Available categorical exclusions at each stage Development of the Gold Book will involve input from: Relevant federal agencies, including BLM field offices Potentially outside stakeholders, including developers … 1 2026-06-04T06:38:12Z 2026-06-04T06:39:44Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-reacts-to-dismissal-of-removal-proceedings-against-daca-recipient-karla-toledo Rep. Grijalva Reacts to Dismissal of Removal Proceedings Against DACA Recipient Karla Toledo 2026-06-03 2026 2026-06 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper ***En Español Abajo*** Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representative Adelita S. Grijalva released the following statement after the removal proceedings against Karla Toledo were dismissed. Karla is a DACA recipient who was detained by ICE in Tucson despite having active DACA status and having lived in the United States since she was brought to the country at one year old. Rep. Grijalva visited Karla immediately on the day of her detainment and later responded to ICE’s attempt to demonize her. “While I am very happy for Karla and her family, they should have never had to go through this incredibly traumatic ordeal. No one should have the sanctity of their home violated by masked agents storming in without a judicial warrant. ICE must be held accountable for their actions, as well as for their smear campaign against Karla following her detainment. “Karla’s case underscores the cruelty of this administration’s mass deportation agenda, which is now targeting DACA recipients. She has lived in this country since she was one year old and has dedicated herself to serving our community – helping recruit healthcare workers, serving on local boards, and volunteering her time to improve the place she calls home. We should be providing DREAMers like Karla with a clear pathway to citizenship. Instead, this administration is terrorizing our communities, separating families, and targeting people who have spent their lives contributing to the only country they have ever called home.” A video statement is available here. En Español: “Aunque me alegra mucho que Karla y su familia hayan recibido esta noticia, nunca debieron haber pasado por una experiencia tan dolorosa y traumática. Nadie debería ver su hogar invadido por agentes con el rostro cubierto que entran sin una orden de un juez. ICE debe rendir cuentas por sus acciones y también por los ataques e intentos de difamar a Karla después de su detención.” El caso de Karla demuestra la crueldad de la política cruel de deportaciones masivas de esta administración, que ahora tambié… 1 2026-06-04T06:38:12Z 2026-06-04T06:39:44Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-grijalva-statement-on-house-passage-of-iran-war-powers-resolution Rep. Grijalva Statement on House Passage of Iran War Powers Resolution 2026-06-03 2026 2026-06 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva released the below statement following the passage of the Iran War Powers resolution directing President Trump to cease unauthorized military hostilities in Iran: “Trump’s illegal and reckless war in Iran has already cost taxpayers tens of billions of dollars and claimed the lives of 13 servicemembers. At a time when families are struggling to afford groceries, gas, rent, and healthcare, Trump has chosen to pour billions of taxpayer dollars on yet another endless war while driving up costs for families here at home." "More than three months after Trump launched this conflict, we are no closer to peace, no closer to greater security, and no closer to preventing a nuclear Iran. This war has been an absolute failure from the start, which is why House Republicans are beginning to join Democrats in demanding an end to it. The American people are tired of footing the bill for endless wars while their own costs keep rising.” 1 2026-06-05T06:35:23Z 2026-06-05T06:36:42Z
https://stanton.house.gov/2026/6/stanton-confronts-secretary-rubio-over-foreign-conflicts-of-interest-involving-trump-envoys-witkoff-and-kushner Stanton Confronts Secretary Rubio Over Foreign Conflicts of Interest Involving Trump Envoys Witkoff and Kushner 2026-06-03 2026 2026-06 Democrat House AZ Greg Stanton S001211 stanton.house.gov stanton https://stanton.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. —Today, U.S. Representative Greg Stanton (AZ-04) demanded answers from Secretary of State Marco Rubio over mounting evidence that Trump administration officials Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are personally profiting from foreign business dealings with the very governments they are tasked to negotiate with on behalf of the United States. Stanton highlighted that UAE royal and National Security Advisor, Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, purchased a 49 percent stake in World Liberty Financial — a cryptocurrency firm co-founded by Witkoff, President Trump, and his sons — for $500 million. As a result, $31 million flowed directly to the Witkoff family. Witkoff simultaneously participated in discussions to direct the export of America's most advanced AI chips to the UAE, with Sheikh Tahnoon present at the table. The chip deal was ultimately approved despite documented national security concerns about potential diversion of the technology to China. Stanton also pressed Rubio on Kushner's private equity firm, Affinity Partners, which has raised more than $6 billion since 2021, including $1.2 billion over the last year. 99 percent of that money was raised from foreign nationals, including from the sovereign wealth funds controlled by Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar. The Saudi sovereign wealth fund, whose investment in Affinity Partners was personally recommended by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, is the firm's largest backer. This is the same Crown Prince who has privately lobbied President Trump to escalate the war with Iran that Kushner is supposedly helping to end. Watch Rep. Stanton’s remarks HERE. Full transcript below: STANTON: Mr. Secretary, I do want to talk about the blurring of lines between public service and private enrichment at the highest levels of this administration's foreign policy leadership. President Trump has placed Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner in charge of addressing some of the world’s most intractable conflicts, including the war between Russia and Ukraine and clea… 1 2026-06-04T06:38:12Z 2026-06-04T06:39:44Z
https://grijalva.house.gov/media/press-releases/icymi-rep-grijalva-hosts-press-conference-on-proposed-closure-of-tucson-indian-health-service-area-office ICYMI: Rep. Grijalva Hosts Press Conference on Proposed Closure of Tucson Indian Health Service Area Office 2026-06-02 2026 2026-06 Democrat House AZ Adelita S. Grijalva G000606 grijalva.house.gov grijalva https://grijalva.house.gov/media scraper Watch the full press conference here. Tucson, AZ — Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva hosted a press conference on Monday alongside Tribal leaders, local elected officials, and community advocates to raise concerns about the proposed elimination of the Tucson Area Office of the Indian Health Service (IHS), its potential impact on Tribal communities across Southern Arizona, and the lack of meaningful Tribal consultation surrounding the proposal. Following the press conference, she sent a letter alongside Senators Kelly and Gallego to the Department of Health and Human Services requesting answers regarding the proposed closure. “The federal government has a permanent, binding legal obligation to provide healthcare to Native Americans. This is derived from treaties, federal statutes, and Supreme Court precedent. The Indian Health Care Improvement Act mandates that HHS and IHS actions must improve, not diminish, the delivery of these services. By eliminating a distinct regional office, your agencies are actively retreating from this trust responsibility,” said Rep. Grijalva. “Our healthcare staff and members will have to travel over two hours to reach the closest area office. We will have less access to specific support services currently provided. The proposed closure will have a negative impact for our Tribal members,” said Verlon Jose, Chairman of the Tohono O’odham Nation. “Eliminating the Tucson Area Office will result in five million service reduction for Tohono O’odham and Pascua Yaqui. The proposed closure of the Tucson Area Office will not achieve the goals of IHS realignment. It will not improve or streamline healthcare services and will not support Tribal self-governance,” said Carla Johnson, Tohono O’odham Nation. “When we talk about closing the Tucson Area IHS Office, we’re talking about pulling out of a structural support from underneath already underserved populations... Real disruptions to healthcare access, facilities management, and environmental health services for the communities that depend o… 1 2026-06-03T06:40:39Z 2026-06-03T06:42:22Z

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