Press Releases
At Roundtable, Gallego Discusses Work Fighting to Lower Costs for Arizonans
At a roundtable with leaders from across Arizona, Gallego details new report, ‘Cutting Costs for Arizonans: How Rep. Gallego is Fighting to Make Life More Affordable for Hardworking Families’ PHOENIX — Joined by dozens of leaders from around Arizona, Rep. Gallego held a roundtable today to discuss his efforts to lower costs for hardworking Arizona families. The roundtable coincided with the recent release of his new report, ‘Cutting Costs for Arizonans: How Rep. Gallego is Fighting to Make … Continue Reading
January 22, 2024
Bergman, Gallego Statement on Fallen Navy SEALs
Washington - Today, Reps. Jack Bergman (R-MI) and Ruben Gallego (D-AZ), Chairman and Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Intelligence and Special Operations, released the following statement on the death of Navy SEALs Christopher J. Chambers and Nathan Gage Ingram: “Our thoughts and condolences are with the families, friends, and teammates of Navy SEALs Christopher Chambers and Nathan Gage Ingram, who gave their lives protecting our country. The men and women of the … Continue Reading
January 22, 2024
Gallego Announces $95 Million Federal Grant for I-10 Expansion
PHOENIX - Today, Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) announced that Arizona will receive a $95 million INFRA grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation for major improvements to widen Interstate 10. The grant was awarded to improve the safety and conditions on the 26-mile stretch of the I-10 located entirely within the boundaries of the Gila River Indian Community (GRIC). The I-10 corridor is a main corridor for all Arizonans, with parts of this project area seeing up to 120,000 vehicles daily. … Continue Reading
January 22, 2024
WRAP UP: Gallego Catches Up with Arizona Mayors in DC
WASHINGTON - In town for the U.S. Conference of Mayors Winter Meeting, Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) was happy to catch-up with mayors from across Arizona to discuss their needs and how best he can continue to serve as their voice in Congress. “Arizona’s mayors work tirelessly to support our communities, and I always welcome opportunities to sit down and discuss how we can continue to fight for all Arizonans,” said Rep. Gallego. “From transportation projects in Buckeye, improving digital equity … Continue Reading
January 19, 2024
LETTER: Gallego Urges Tax Negotiators to Take Decisive Action to Tackle Skyrocketing Child Care Costs
The Child Tax Credit (CTC) is a powerful tax break for most families with children to help parents provide for their kids WASHINGTON - Today, Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) sent a letter to House Committee on Ways and Means Chairman Jason Smith and Ranking Member Richard Neal, as well as the Senate Committee on Finance Chairman Ron Wyden and Ranking Member Mike Crapo, lead negotiators of the proposed bipartisan tax reform agreement, urging them to include an expanded Child Tax Credit in ongoing … Continue Reading
January 16, 2024
STATEMENT: Gallego on the Expected U.S. Decision to Re-Designate the Houthis as a Foreign Terrorist Organization
WASHINGTON, DC - Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03), ranking member of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Intelligence and Special Operations, released the following statement in reaction to reports that the United States will soon re-designate the Houthis as a foreign terrorist organization (FTO). Statement from Rep. Ruben Gallego: “As a Marine who fought terrorists, a leader on the Armed Services Committee, and one of a few Democrats who called for this designation with my Republican … Continue Reading
January 16, 2024
REPORT: Gallego Highlights His Fight to Cut Costs for Arizonans
Report describes Rep. Gallego’s work ‘fighting to lower costs, hold corporate price gougers accountable, and get the job done to make Arizona more affordable for hardworking families finally.’ WASHINGTON, DC — Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) today released a new report, Cutting Costs for Arizonans: How Rep. Gallego is Fighting to Make Life More Affordable for Hardworking Families, that highlights his ongoing efforts in Congress to drive down costs for everyday necessities, hold big corporations … Continue Reading
January 11, 2024
STATEMENT: Gallego on the U.S.-Led Strikes Against Houthi Rebels in Yemen
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03), ranking member of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Intelligence and Special Operations, released the following statement in reaction to the strikes initiated by the United States and the United Kingdom against the Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen. “The decision to strike the Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen is necessary to maintain stability and security in the Gulf. The U.S. has dealt with this aggression for far too long, and it is … Continue Reading
January 09, 2024
Gallego Introduces Package of Bills to Lower Drug Prices for Hardworking Arizonans
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) introduced three pieces of legislation to hold pharmacy benefit managers, otherwise known as PBMs, accountable for their role in historically inflating drug prices for Arizona consumers. “For too long, PBMs have price gouged hardworking Arizona families and seniors by rigging the system to line their pockets,” said Rep. Gallego. “These bills will crack down on unfair pricing gimmicks, help lower prescription drug prices for patients at the … Continue Reading
January 08, 2024
LETTER: Gallego Demands Answers for Arizonans Impacted by Xfinity Data Breach
65,000 Xfinity customers in Arizona potentially impacted by breach PHOENIX, AZ - Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) sent a letter to Social Security Administration (SSA) Commissioner Martin O’Malley and Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chair Lina Khan seeking answers related to the recent Xfinity data breach that left the Social Security numbers of 35 million Americans - and potentially 65,000 Arizonans - vulnerable to exposure. In addition, he asked the FTC to recommend any further legislative actions … Continue Reading
December 21, 2023
Gallego Urges Biden Administration to Crack Down on Foreign Travel Agencies Fueling Migrant Surge Overwhelming Southern Border
Recently, CBP Has Sounded the Alarm on These Pseudo-Legitimate Travel Agencies PHOENIX, AZ - Today, Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) sent a letter to Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg and Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas urging the Administration to crack down on foreign travel agencies that advertise travel packages that include transportation to our Southern border, often through human smuggling organizations. Rep. Gallego also sent a copy of the letter to Secretary of … Continue Reading
December 20, 2023
Gallego Pushes HUD to Provide More Housing Assistance to Arizona
PHOENIX, AZ -Today, Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) sent a letter to U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Marcia Fudge calling for the Department to reallocate unused Housing Choice Vouches (HCVs) to under-awarded, fast-growing areas, such as Arizona. “In Arizona, cities like Phoenix, Tucson, and Mesa have seen tremendous population growth in recent decades. However, the supply of HCVs has not come close to meeting the demands of these metropolitan areas. For example, … Continue Reading
December 19, 2023
Gallego, Graves Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Seniors from Unfair Social Security Claw-Backs
PHOENIX, AZ - Reps. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) and Garret Graves (LA-06) introduced bipartisan legislation to limit the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) overpayment lookback period to ten years, protecting Arizona’s 1.4 million Social Security recipients from the undo burden of having to pay back lifesaving funds that may arise from errors on the part of SSA. “Arizona seniors should not be on the hook for decades-long failures of the Social Security Administration,” said Rep. Gallego. … Continue Reading
December 15, 2023
Gallego Visits Southern Arizona to Meet with Border Community Leaders, Nonprofits, & Border Officials
Rep. Gallego discussed the needs of leadership on the ground; updated officials on his efforts to fight for Arizona’s border communities in Congress TUCSON, AZ - Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) today visited Nogales, Bisbee, and Tucson to meet with local leaders, nonprofit officials, and representatives from Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to discuss the impact of increased migration on Arizona’s border communities. “What’s happening at the Arizona border is a crisis, and our state’s border … Continue Reading
December 15, 2023
Gallego Secures Wins for Arizona in the Annual Defense Bill
WASHINGTON, DC - Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03), Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Intelligence and Special Operations, secured wins for Arizona in the final language of this year’s defense policy bill, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24 NDAA). As a member of the bicameral conference committee negotiating the final version of the bill, Rep. Gallego worked directly with leadership of both parties to provide for military families and keep the … Continue Reading
December 14, 2023
Gallego Seeks Use of National Guard Facility in Douglas as Emergency Migrant Shelter
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) sent letters to Adjutant General of the Arizona Nation Guard, Maj. Gen. Kerry Muehlenbeck, and Chief of the National Guard Bureau, General Daniel R. Hokanson, inquiring about the possibility of using National Guard facilities in Douglas, Arizona to house migrants. “As you might know, Douglas is part of the Tucson Sector of Customs and Border Protection (CBP) operations, which is currently the busiest sector along the southwest border. As of … Continue Reading
December 14, 2023
Gallego Calls for Emergency Declaration for Southern Border
WASINGTON, DC - Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) today called on the Biden Administration to issue an emergency declaration for the Southwest Border to provide Arizona’s border communities and nonprofits the resources they need to humanely process the increased number of arrivals at the border. Statement from Rep. Ruben Gallego: “As I’ve said all along, the crisis at our southern border requires a federal response, especially after Title 42 was hastily lifted. An emergency declaration is needed to … Continue Reading
December 13, 2023
Gallego Announces Nearly $25 Million to Improve Safety Along Dangerous Corridor of Indian School Road
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) announced the City of Phoenix will receive $24,962,745 from the U.S. Department of Transportation for the ReVISIONing Indian School Road project. The funds will be used to improve intersection and pedestrian infrastructure along Indian School Road between 91st and 39th Avenues. “It’s a sad fact that the Valley has some of the most dangerous roads in the nation, especially for pedestrians. That’s why I’ve consistently fought to make our … Continue Reading
December 12, 2023
Gallego Requests Increased Home Energy Assistance Funding
WASHINGTON, DC - Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) joined 115 House members in requesting increased funding totaling $1.6 billion for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). “As you know, LIHEAP helps families who are at risk of being unable to afford to heat their homes in the winter or cool them in the summer. Last year, more than six million households across the country relied on critical assistance from the LIHEAP program,” the … Continue Reading
December 11, 2023
Gallego, Banks Call for Briefing on Iran Attacks on U.S. Water Facilities
WASHINGTON, DC - Reps. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) and Jim Banks (IN-03) sent a letter to Secretary of Homeland Security (DHS) Alejandro Mayorkas requesting a briefing about the protections DHS has or intends to put in place to protect the United States’ water facilities and other critical infrastructure from adversary disruption. The letter comes as recent reporting from Politico details multiple hacks against U.S. water facilities—including an attack by the Iranian-linked Cyber Av3ngers against … Continue Reading