Gallego Celebrates Announcement of New McCain Library in Arizona
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) celebrated the announcement of the construction of the McCain Library in Phoenix, Arizona – a new 83,000 square foot library near Papago Park.
“John McCain was a tireless fighter for Arizonans. This library is a fitting dedication to his legacy of service,” said Rep. Gallego. “Thanks to funds I helped pass in the American Rescue Plan, the McCain Library will provide technology, health care, and education access to thousands of Arizonans. I commend the administration for spearheading this incredibly important effort to honor the memory of an Arizonan icon.”
In addition to serving as the anchor to the planned McCain Campus at Arizona State University, the multi-purpose facility named after the late Senator John McCain will provide education, work, and health monitoring programs to underserved communities. Specifically, in partnership with the McCain Institute and ASU, the McCain Library will play an important role in bridging the digital divide for community members by providing a physical space and technology for telemedicine, supply health screenings and monitoring, host job fairs, and run employment training programs and skills development training classes. The McCain Library is expected to attract an estimated 50,000-100,000 visitors each year.