Congressman Ruben Gallego Delivers First “State of the District” Speech in Arizona’s 7th District
Phoenix, AZ – Today, Congressman Ruben Gallego delivered the first-ever “State of the District” speech for Arizona’s 7th Congressional District, highlighting issues affecting local businesses and Arizona’s economy.
Congressman Gallego provided an update on his work in Congress during his first term, including expanding access to mental health care services for veterans and tackling student loan debt with a debt-free college plan. He spoke about his efforts to boost local transportation and infrastructure improvements that will create middle class jobs in Phoenix and spur local economic development.
Congressman Gallego also addressed upcoming challenges that he said he plans to tackle in the coming months and years. Those plans include working with the Congressional Hispanic Caucus to lead the fight for comprehensive immigration reform and repairing and expanding the social safety net for those who become ill or lose their jobs.
The event took place this morning at The Vintage 45 in the historic Downtown Warehouse District. It was organized by Local First Arizona, a statewide non-profit organization working to strengthen communities by supporting and growing locally owned businesses.
For a full transcript of Congressman Gallego’s remarks as prepared, please contact Christina Carr at christina.carr@mail.house.gov.