Congresswoman Lesko Weekly Update

Good Afternoon,

This week, I remained in Washington, D.C. for votes in the U.S. House of Representatives. I attended Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy’s Roundtable to discuss the Democrats’ anti-American energy agenda. I also was honored to be presented with In Defense of Christians’ Congressional Champion Award for introducing the Semele Massacre Remembrance Resolution, which commemorates the Semele Massacre of 1933 when the Iraqi armed forces brutally massacred an estimated 3,000 unarmed Assyrian men, women, and children. I'm proud to support this important legislation!

I also joined my colleagues in wearing pink to observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Congress stands together to raise awareness and encourage early screening. 

I also spoke on the House Floor against the Democrats' policies that lead to rising prices and harm Americans! Americans are already having to pay more for gas, electricity, and food due to inflation. With the Democrats’ natural gas tax, they are making it even more expensive for Americans to heat their homes!

In the News

I want to make sure that you don’t miss a minute of what I’m doing to fight for our Arizona values each and every day. Check out some of my latest interviews and press clips to learn more.  

One America News

I spoke with One America News’ Natalie Harp on The Real Story about Biden’s worsening border crisis. Watch the full interview below:

Leader's Roundtable

This week, I attended a roundtable with my Republican colleagues on exposing the Democrats’ gas price hike. In the Democrats’ multi-trillion-dollar Tax and Spending Spree bill, they are pushing their most radical energy agenda yet and are putting America last. At the roundtable, I discussed how Biden's anti-American energy agenda is resulting in Americans paying more for electricity, gas, and heating. Americans are already hurting due to inflation and a natural gas tax will only hurt them more financially. This tax is advertised as a solution for climate change, but in reality, it is an added tax on the American people. We must focus on advancing common sense solutions to address climate issues. Watch my full remarks in the roundtable below!

Legislative Update

I cosponsored Congresswoman Ashley Hinson’s (R-IA-01) Protecting Financial Privacy Act to ensure that the bank accounts of Americans are not monitored by the IRS. The IRS has no business spying on your bank account!

I am proud to cosponsor Congressman Darrell Issa’s (R-CA-50) Stand with Parents Resolution to ensure that parents are not silenced by the Democrats! Parents voicing concern with their children’s school board officials are NOT domestic terrorists.

GET THE FACTS: Gender Neutral Toys

As you may have heard, California Governor Gavin Newsom has enacted a law which requires retailers in California to have a gender-neutral toy section in their stores. This is pure government overreach. The government should not dictate if retailers offer gender-neutral sections for children's items and toys. Parents should decide what is right for their children.

Around the District

Our office enjoyed meeting with constituents at the Sun City West Senior Expo and informing them of the services we provide.

Monica from our office presented Be-you-tiful Boutique with a proclamation for their grand opening.

Monica from our office attended a ribbon cutting for Lynch Vein and Aesthetics in Peoria, AZ! Please join me in wishing them a late happy one-year anniversary!

Monica from our office presented the Valley View Community Food Bank with a Congressional Recognition for their commitment to providing thousands of meals to the residents of the West Valley.

Monica from our office presented the Santa Teresita Dining Room* with a Congressional Recognition for providing hot meals, utilities, and rental assistance to members of our community in need. I am proud of all the outstanding work they do for our community!

*A previous edition of our newsletter incorrectly identified this as the El Mirage Dining Room.

Encouraging Story

I am pleased to share this story about the Goodyear Police Department working to help those that are currently experiencing homelessness. They have a designated outreach team that drives around Goodyear, AZ to look for individuals that appear to be homeless and offer them assistance. I’m so proud of these dedicated heroes in our community.

Casework Highlight

A veteran who served 22 years and retired from service contacted our office because his retirement was not documented correctly in the military records system. This prevented him from enrolling in his post-service healthcare for him and his family. After many attempts to correct this issue on his own, our office contacted the U.S. Army and were able to have his records update to reflect his retirement. He now is eligible for the healthcare benefits he earned from his service. 

Mobile Office Hours

Our office is hosting mobile office hours on November 15, 2021, at the Goodyear Library Community Room from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM AZ time. Our casework team is ready to answer your questions and assist you if you are having issues with a federal agency.

We are Here to Help

As always, my office is here to help. My Surprise district office is now open and serving constituents. To make an appointment with the office, please call 623-776-7911.

My Washington, D.C. office is open and answering your calls. Please feel free to contact us via phone at 202-225-4576 or via email by going to my website at https://lesko.house.gov/contact/.

I encourage you to visit the website and to also follow me on Twitter, Instagram, and Parler and like my Facebook page for up to date information on what I'm doing and how my office can help you.

May God continue to bless you and our great Nation.

Sincerely,

Congresswoman Debbie Lesko