Press Releases
Gallego Discusses Impact of Lukeville Closing & Greater Border Concerns with Leaders in Yuma
YUMA, AZ - Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) today met with local officials, farmers, and business owners to discuss the impact the closing of the Lukeville Port of Entry has on their businesses and Arizona’s economy. Gathering at the Yuma Center of Excellence for Desert Agriculture, Rep. Gallego updated the group on his discussions with Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regarding the status of the Lukeville Port of Entry, the impact of its closure on Arizona’s other top Ports of Entry, and his … Continue Reading
December 08, 2023
Gallego Pushes for Action to Fight Organized Retail Crime
PHOENIX, AZ - Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) called for action to combat organized retail crime - the coordinated, large-scale theft of retail merchandise with the intention to resell that merchandise for financial gain - and touted his efforts in Congress to protect Arizonans and end these crime rings at a press conference today. “During the holiday season, Arizona families rely on grocery, drug, and retail stores more than ever,” said Rep. Gallego. “Organized retail crime reduces choice for … Continue Reading
December 07, 2023
Gallego Calls Statements by CAIR Founder ‘Despicable’
PHOENIX, AZ — Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) released the following statement regarding recent comments made by Nihad Awad, the founder and executive director of the Council on America-Islamic Relations (CAIR). Statement by Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) “Statements made by CAIR’s Executive Director regarding the Hamas attack on Israel are despicable and downright antisemitic, and I strongly condemn them. The October 7th attack was utterly evil, and any effort to describe it any other way is … Continue Reading
December 07, 2023
Gallego: NDAA Fails Arizona Downwinders, Uranium Miners
WASHINGTON, DC - Today. Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03), Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Intelligence and Special Operations and Conferee for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), released the following statement after Senate-passed language to expand access to benefits under the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) were left out of the NDAA. Statement from Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03): “I am deeply disappointed this year’s NDAA fails … Continue Reading
December 07, 2023
Gallego Fighting to Improve Federal Grants Process for Rural Arizona Communities
The Streamlining Federal Grants Act would increase accessibility of the federal grants process for underserved Arizona communities. WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) announced his support for the Streamlining Federal Grants Act, bipartisan legislation that standardizes grant processes across the federal government, which would help Arizona’s rural and underserved communities better navigate historically burdensome federal grants processes. "Rural and underserved … Continue Reading
December 04, 2023
ICYMI: Gallego Calls for Additional Funding to Secure Arizona’s Border, Stop the Flow of Fentanyl
WASHINGTON, DC - With Arizona’s border communities on the frontlines of the national crisis at the Southwest border, Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) sent a letter to Speaker of the House, Mike Johnson, imploring the Speaker to ensure that any supplemental funding package that comes before the House addresses the needs of Arizona’s border communities. Recent reporting by ABC News highlights how U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers are dealing with worsening crises on multiple fronts along … Continue Reading
December 01, 2023
Gallego Connects with Fellow Arizona Veterans During Telephone Town Hall
WASHINGTON, DC - Last night, Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) hosted a telephone town hall to discuss his efforts in Congress to support veterans and military families, discuss how his office can assist with Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) claims, and share his experiences as a veteran navigating the VA. “As an Iraq War combat veteran, I’ve seen firsthand how difficult it can be for veterans to access the benefits they earned, and how slow the government can be to fix those problems. Since my … Continue Reading
November 29, 2023
Gallego Backs Bipartisan Bill to Expand Access to Capital for Arizona Farmers and Rural Communities
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) announced his support for the Access to Credit for our Rural Economy (ACRE) Act of 2023. This bipartisan legislation would allow more financial institutions to offer affordable lines of credit to rural and agricultural borrowers. “Too often, farmers and other rural Arizonans struggle to access loans for their homes and business,” said Rep. Gallego. “I’m proud to back the bipartisan, commonsense ACRE Act to make it easier for rural Arizonans … Continue Reading
November 28, 2023
Gallego Champions Bill to Stop Partisan Judges from Imposing their Political Beliefs on Millions of Americans
Bill addresses judicial overreach following the Texas ruling to ban mifepristone nationwide WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) announced his support for the Fair Courts Act,legislation that would prevent litigants from targeting their cases to specific judges in order to guarantee an outcome and require a panel of judges to preside over cases that seek nationwide relief. “For decades, anti-choice advocates have used conservative judges to do their bidding and limit a woman’s … Continue Reading
November 27, 2023
Gallego Backs Bill to Improve Health Care Access in Rural Arizona
PHOENIX, AZ - Today, Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) announced his support for the Rural Physician Workforce Production Act of 2023. “Every Arizonan deserves quality, affordable health care, regardless of where they live. But too many rural Arizonans face challenges accessing that care, including getting routine check-ups or seeing a specialist,” said Rep. Gallego. “I’m proud to back the Rural Physician Workforce Production Act to fix the current disparities disadvantaging rural hospitals and … Continue Reading
November 17, 2023
Gallego Celebrates Groundbreaking of New Affordable Housing Development
PHOENIX, AZ -Today, Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03), attended the groundbreaking ceremony for Garfield II, a new 60-unit affordable senior community. “It is an honor to participate in the groundbreaking of Garfield II, a project I secured funding for that brings more housing to the Valley,” said Rep. Gallego. “But there is still work to be done. Ending Arizona’s housing crisis requires leaders on the local, state, and federal levels to come together. I have been and will continue to fight for more … Continue Reading
November 16, 2023
Gallego Calls on HUD to Lower Costs for Arizona Renters
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 on the Department to do more to address the housing affordability crisis facing states like Arizona and to increase financing of multifamily housing. “Arizona’s affordable housing supply crisis is not a new phenomenon. From 2011 to 2020, only 240,000 new housing units were built in metro Phoenix. The economic fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic … Continue Reading
November 15, 2023
Gallego Hosts Virtual Town Hall to Help Arizona Seniors Navigate Medicare
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Last night, Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) hosted a virtual town hall to highlight the Medicare Open Enrollment Period and help Arizona seniors navigate Medicare. “Arizona seniors have contributed to our state and nation throughout their lives, and I want to ensure they can access the full benefits they’ve earned. That means strengthening Social Security and Medicare, lowering prescription drug costs, and protecting against scammers,” said Rep. Gallego. “My mom is enrolling in … Continue Reading
November 13, 2023
Gallego Proposes Reforms to Fix Failed Shelter and Services Program and Put Arizona Border Communities First
Gallego plan institutes sweeping reforms to make the Shelter and Services Program sustainable, fair, and accountable PHOENIX, AZ- Today, Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03), after close coordination with Arizona’s non-profits, border community leaders, and law enforcement officials, announced his plan to institute sweeping reforms to address the problems plaguing FEMA’s failed Shelter and Services Program (SSP) that has shortchanged Arizona’s border communities on the front line of the border … Continue Reading
November 09, 2023
Gallego Backs Bills to Support Arizona Veterans, Service Members, and Military Families
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Ahead of Veterans Day, Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03), a Marine Corps combat veteran and leader on the House Armed Service Committee, announced his support for additional legislation to improve the lives of Arizona veterans, service members, and their families. “As a veteran, I know how hard it can be to navigate the federal system to get the benefits our service members have earned. Supporting Arizona veterans has been one of my top priorities in Congress, and this Veterans … Continue Reading
November 06, 2023
Gallego, Nunn Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Increase Distribution of Opioid Overdose Reversal Drugs
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Reps. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) and Zach Nunn (IA-03) today introduced the bipartisan Overdose Reversal Medication Act, legislation to increase the distribution of opioid overdose reversal drugs to the public. “Arizona’s fentanyl crisis has touched every community across our state. The deadly drug is tearing our community apart, and Congress must do all we can to save lives,” said Rep. Gallego. “That’s why I’m proud to introduce our bipartisan bill to ensure Arizona’s … Continue Reading
November 06, 2023
Gallego, Luttrell, Johnson Call on Pentagon to Provide Answers on Service Members’ Traumatic Brain Injuries
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Reps. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03), Morgan Luttrell (TX-08), and Bill Johnson (OH-06) are calling on Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin to explain what the Department is doing to reduce the risk of traumatic brain injury (TBI) for service members in light of recent attacks. “The attacks on our bases in Iraq and Syria over the past week were conducted using drones and lower-grade explosives, resulting in relatively minor damage. However, as we look to the future and plan to engage … Continue Reading
November 03, 2023
Gallego Announces Nearly $10 Million for Phoenix Head Start
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) announced $9,983,665 in grant funding from the Department of Health and Human Services to support Head Start projects in Arizona. "Early education is critical for our kids’ futures," said Rep. Gallego. "I’m thrilled to announce this grant that will advance education opportunities, create pathways for success, and drive positive change for Arizona children." The funds announced today are in addition to the over $40 million Rep. Gallego … Continue Reading
November 02, 2023
STATEMENT: Gallego on Israel Security Supplemental Vote
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03), ranking member of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Intelligence and Special Operations, released the following statement regarding his vote against H.R. 6126, the Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024. Statement from Rep. Ruben Gallego: “I have been to war. I take the threats posed by our adversaries, by violent extremists, and by terrorist organizations very seriously. It is time for House Republican leadership to do the … Continue Reading
November 02, 2023
Gallego Backs Legislation to Protect Arizona Farmland and National Security Sites
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03), announced his support for the Protecting U.S. Farmland and Sensitive Sites from Foreign Adversaries Act, bipartisan legislation to strengthen and expand protections around national security sites, critical infrastructure, and farmland. “Protecting Arizona's food and water supplies is a national security issue, even more so when farmland is near military bases,” said Rep. Gallego. “I’m proud to support this legislation that will protect … Continue Reading