Congresswoman Lesko Weekly Update

Good Afternoon,

This week, I was back home in the great state of Arizona!

Lesko Stands Up Against Acts of Anti-Semitism

I joined Congresswoman Maria Salazar’s (R-FL-27) resolution to hold those who bombed the Embassy of Israel in Buenos Aires, Argentina on March 17, 1992, accountable and bring them to justice! Acts of hatred must never be tolerated.

Lesko Joins Efforts to Expand Broadband Across America

To reduce the telecommunications sector’s labor shortage, I cosponsored Congressman Tim Walberg's (R-MI-07) Telecommunications Skilled Workforce Act. Increasing the number of workers in the telecommunications sector will enhance our nation's access to broadband and 5G technology.

GET THE FACTS: Phoenix Becomes the No. 1 Hotspot for Inflation in the Nation

As you may have heard, Phoenix has become America’s top hotspot for inflation. Prices in Arizona have increased by 9.7 percent from last year. Due to Democrats’ outrageous spending, inflation has hit a 40-year high. Those who are making over $300K might find this bearable, however, for the other 98 percent of Americans, this means that serious sacrifices have to be made. The reality for most Americans is that they have to lower their standard of living to compensate for the Democrats’ fiscal irresponsibility in Washington, D.C. From the gas pump to the grocery store, Arizonans have far less purchasing power because of Democrat policies.

Around the District 

Austin from our office presented a Congressional Recognition to Recorded Recreational Reading for the Blind, which is a nonprofit organization that produces audio recordings of news, books, and magazines for those who are visually impaired.

Monica from our office visited Desert Edge High School in Goodyear, Arizona to present congratulatory letters to the winners and honorable mentions of the Spring 2022 Georgia T. Lord Mayor Select Art Awards.

Monica from our office presented One Step Beyond with a Congressional Recognition. Through One Step Beyond, individuals with cognitive disabilities can learn culinary, life, employment preparation, music, and art skills.

Monica from our office attended a ribbon cutting to celebrate the grand opening of Charleys Cheesesteaks in Glendale, Arizona.

Michael from our office attended the 9^th Annual Tuskegee Airman Commemoration Day Celebration.

Casework Highlight

A constituent reached out to our office for assistance in obtaining a copy of his deceased father’s military records. We contacted the Department of the Navy and were able to obtain his father’s service records and replacement medals from his World War II service.

Encouraging Story

I am delighted to share this story about a Valley entrepreneur donating $500,000 to the Boys and Girls Club of the Valley! Justin Bayless used to play basketball at the Boys and Girls Club after school when he was a child. His very first paycheck came from the Boys and Girls Club in 1997. He went on to become a successful entrepreneur without forgetting where he came from. He donated $500,000 to the Boys and Girls Club of the Valley to create the Bayless Entrepreneurship Program, which offers internships at various companies and teaches teens the fundamentals of business. I am so proud of Justin’s success story and his efforts to give back to the kids in his community.

U.S. Capitol and White House Reopen for Tours

Great news! Both the U.S. Capitol Building and White House are reopening for tours. The U.S. Capitol Building will reopen for tours on March 28, 2022, at limited capacity. The White House will reopen for tours on April 15, 2022. White House tours will be on Friday and Saturday only. My constituents can request a tour on my website here.

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, Parler, and Gettr, 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