Press Releases
Rep. Gallego Calls on the Department of Agriculture to Hold Accountable Foreign-Owned Farms
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) today called onU.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to address concerns regarding the USDA’s lack of oversight in foreign acquisition of U.S. agricultural land. In a bipartisan letter signed by 27 other members of the U.S. House, the Representatives note that “foreign ownership of agricultural land threatens small family farm operations and the overall health of the agricultural supply chain. As the foreign acquisition of farmland increases, it … Continue Reading
February 24, 2023
Gallego Announces $9 Million Grant for Head Start Programs in Arizona
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Rep. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ), announced Southwest Human Development will receive a $9,273,338 grant from the Department of Health and Human Services to support Head Start projects in Arizona. “Every child in Arizona deserves to have the support they need to succeed,” said Rep. Gallego. “Head Start provides low-income children from birth through age five with the critical foundation they need to develop and flourish. I’m proud to have long supported Head Start, and … Continue Reading
February 18, 2023
Gallego Holds Town Hall with Pastor Aubrey Barnwell
PHOENIX, AZ - Rep. Gallego (AZ-03) joined Pastor Aubrey Barnwell at First New Life Missionary Baptist Church for a town hall today. “It was a pleasure to join Pastor Barnwell at his church this morning,” Rep. Gallego said. “First New Life Missionary Baptist Church is a rock in our community, and it was especially meaningful to join him during the celebration that is Black History Month. To know how Arizonans are feeling and to hear their concerns, it’s important to get out of the … Continue Reading
February 17, 2023
Rep. Gallego Tours Native American Connections Housing Development; Presents Group with Check
PHOENIX, AZ - Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) toured Native American Connections’ Encanto Pointe development today and presented the organization with a $2.9 million ceremonial community project funding check and Congressional Record in celebration of the organization’s 50th anniversary.“Native Americans Connections (NAC) is doing excellent work to close the housing gap in Phoenix,” said Rep. Gallego. “Far too many people are struggling to keep a roof over their head, and it’s my top priority to … Continue Reading
February 17, 2023
Rep. Gallego Discusses Bill to Protect Native American Children with Local Tribal Leaders
SCOTTSDALE, AZ - Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) joined Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (SRPMIC) President Martin Harvier and Colorado River Indian Tribes Chairwoman Amelia Flores to tout Rep. Gallego’s recently introduced, bipartisan Native American Child Protection Act.Inside SRPMIC’s Family Advocacy Center, Rep. Gallego detailed ways the bill will ensure Tribes have the tools they need to treat, prevent, investigate, and prosecute instances of family violence, child abuse, and child … Continue Reading
February 09, 2023
Gallego Statement on his ‘Nay’ Vote Disapproving D.C.’s Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment
Washington, D.C. - Today, Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) released the following statement in response to his nay vote disapproving Washington D.C.’s voting rights amendment that expands voting rights in local D.C. elections to non-citizens. Statement from Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03): “I believe voting is a fundamental right reserved for the citizens of the United States, and I will oppose any effort to erode that right in Arizona and on the federal level. But Washington, D.C. is not Arizona, … Continue Reading
February 06, 2023
Gallego Introduces Bill to Protect Native American Children
WASHINGTON, DC - Rep. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) introduced the Native American Child Protection Act (NACPA). This legislation reauthorizes and revises programs that ensure Tribes have the tools they need to treat, prevent, investigate, and prosecute instances of family violence, child abuse, and child neglect involving Native American children and families. "The federal government has a solemn responsibility to protect all children, including those on Tribal lands," said Rep. Gallego, former … Continue Reading
February 02, 2023
Gallego Announces $128 Million in Funding Headed to Arizona Tribes to Fulfill Indian Water Rights Settlements
Washington, D.C. - Today, Rep. Gallego proudly announced $128,725,000 from the Department of the Interior is heading to Arizona to continue fulfilling settlements of Indian water rights claims for Tribes in the state. The funds are made possible thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. “As a champion of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law in the House, I’m excited to see this significant investment in Arizona’s Tribal communities,” said Rep. Gallego. “Unfortunately, our state is … Continue Reading
February 01, 2023
Gallego Announces Subcommittee Assignments on Natural Resources Committee
Washington, D.C. - Today, Rep. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) announced his subcommittee assignments on the House Committee on Natural Resources for the 118th Congress. Rep. Gallego will serve on the following subcommittees: 1. Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries 2. Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs 3. Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations “The Natural Resources Committee faces monumental issues this Congress, and I am proud to serve Arizona … Continue Reading
February 01, 2023
Gallego Statement on Black History Month
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) released the following statement today in recognition of Black History Month. Statement from Rep. Gallego (AZ-03): “Every Black History Month is an opportunity to celebrate the leadership, advocacy, and storied courage that the Black community has brought to our nation’s history and democracy. Unfortunately, while we would prefer to spend this month reflecting on the progress from our past, the injustices and inequities of the present … Continue Reading
January 26, 2023
Gallego Statement on Death of Tyre Nichols
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) issued the following statement in response to the death of Tyre Nichols. Statement from Rep. Gallego (AZ-03): “The loss of Tyre Nichols is a painful reminder that we are still far away from a public safety system that lives up to its promise of impartial justice. Tonight, as we grieve yet another death of a black man in police custody, we must commit ourselves to the work of reforming our policing and criminal justice system, and … Continue Reading
January 12, 2023
LETTER: Ruben Gallego Demands Answers for Rising Egg Prices
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) sent a letter to U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack expressing his concern on the recent increase in egg prices in Arizona. The letter states: “While the average cost for a dozen Grade A large eggs has more than doubled in the past year to reach a national average of $3.59, prices in Phoenix have reached closer to $6. And it’s not just Phoenix - similar price spikes are being reported across the state. Eggs are a staple … Continue Reading
January 10, 2023
Gallego Votes Against McCarthy’s Billionaire Tax Scam
WASHINGTON, DC?- Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) voted against H.R. 23, the Family and Small Business Taxpayer Protection Act, which makes it easier for the nation’s wealthy to cheat on their taxes. “Republicans said they would address inflation on day one, but instead their first bill in the new Congress is to make it easier for the ultra-wealthy to cheat on their taxes,” said Rep. Ruben Gallego. “When hardworking Arizonans are doing all they can to support their families, Republicans today … Continue Reading
January 09, 2023
STATEMENT: Ruben Gallego Marks the Start of the 118th Congress
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) released the following statement in response to the start of the 118th Congress. Statement from Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03): “After what felt like a lifetime of Republican chaos to elect a Speaker of the House, today, the 118th Congress finally got to work. My work and commitment to Arizonans remain the same in this new Congress. I’m more motivated than ever to deliver for the working families of Arizona, fiercely protect Arizona’s … Continue Reading
December 23, 2022
Gallego, Local Leaders Celebrate More Than $28M in Community Project Funding Coming to Arizona’s 7th Congressional District
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-07) proudly announced $28,416,734 in Community Project Funding coming to Arizona’s 7th congressional district, representing 14 total projects Rep. Gallego secured as part of the final 2023 appropriations government funding package. “My office had incredible success with the CPF program last year, working with local leaders to secure $8.6 million in Community Project Funding for our district. I am immensely proud we followed up this year … Continue Reading
December 12, 2022
Rep. Gallego Leads Bipartisan Congressional Delegation to Ukraine
WASHINGTON, DC - Over the weekend, Rep. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ), a Marine Corps combat veteran and Chairman of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Intelligence and Special Operations, led a bipartisan congressional delegation to Ukraine. “A year ago, when we feared Russia was preparing to invade Ukraine, I led a delegation to make sure our partners in Ukraine had the resources they needed to fight any further incursion by Putin. One year later, we went back, and I was moved to witness … Continue Reading
December 07, 2022
WATCH: Rep. Gallego Remarks at the Helsinki Commission Hearing
WASHINGTON, DC - Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-07), a member of the Commission on Security & Cooperation in Europe, spoke at today’s hearing, “Crowdsourcing Victory: Inside the Civil Society Campaign to Improve the Lethality and Survivability of the Ukrainian Military.” Click here to watch the video. Witnesses testifying at the hearing included: Dora Chomiak, President of U.S.-based NGO Razom for Ukraine Taras Chmut, Director of the Ukraine-based foundation Come Back … Continue Reading
December 06, 2022
Rep. Gallego Joins President Biden in Phoenix to Announce TSMC Arizona Investments
PHOENIX, AZ - Today, Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-07) joined President Joe Biden in Phoenix at the TSMC semiconductor facility to tout the success of the recently passed CHIPS and Science Act and announce TSMC’s plan to build a second factory in Phoenix. “Thanks to the leadership of House Democrats, Sen. Mark Kelly, and President Biden in getting the CHIPS Act passed, Arizona is set to become a nationwide leader in semiconductor manufacturing,” said Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-07). “Look no … Continue Reading
December 06, 2022
Rep. Gallego Votes to Support Immigrant Veterans at Risk of Deportation
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-07) voted to pass H.R. 7946, the Veteran Service Recognition Act, legislation he co-sponsored that creates avenues for noncitizen service members to apply for naturalization and obtain lawful permanent status in the United States. “Deporting veterans who put their lives on the line in service to the United States—including vets who are suffering as a result of their service—is a failure of basic decency and a failure to honor our men and women … Continue Reading
November 30, 2022
Rep. Gallego Announces Raphael Chavez-Fernandez as Chief of Staff
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-07) announced Raphael Chavez-Fernandez will join his office as Chief of Staff. “Raphael is a proven leader who has done incredible work at all levels of government,” said Rep. Gallego. “His tenure both serving our nation’s veterans by advising Secretary McDonough at the VA and leading Sen. Menendez’s state operations proves he is up to the challenge of helping deliver solutions for Arizonans. Our team is fortunate to have him as our Chief … Continue Reading