Congresswoman Lesko Weekly Update

Good Afternoon,

This week, I was back in Washington, D.C. for a series of votes in the U.S. House of Representatives! I attended a meeting on border security and received an update on the crisis at our southern border.

It was a pleasure to meet with the Central Arizona Water Conservation District to discuss the drought’s impact on Arizonans and ways to mitigate the impacts of the drought.

I had a wonderful time speaking to women from the Dodie Londen program about the importance of women in politics.

It was a pleasure to speak to conservative leaders at the Weyrich Lunch.

It was a pleasure meeting with Clayton Walker, the Chief Operating Officer of Rio Tinto Copper, to discuss mining in Arizona and issues affecting the mining industry! 

It was great meeting with Paris Hilton to discuss legislation to prevent the abuse of children at youth treatment facilities and learn more about her story.

I had a fantastic time at Axon’s event where they had a demonstration of their tasers, camera, and training. Arizona is proud to be home to Axon’s headquarters!

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. 

Newsmax

I sat down with Mercedes Schlapp and Jenn Pellegrino on Newsmax to discuss the baby formula shortage and the #BidenBorderCrisis!

House Energy and Commerce Committee

This week in the House Energy and Commerce Committee, I raised questions about how the National Hydropower Association plans to utilize hydroelectric power.

Lesko Stands Up for Life

It is shameful that Democrats are attempting to undermine, harass, and intimidate our judicial system into ruling the way the Democrats see fit. We must stand with innocent life and protect the most vulnerable among us. Watch my full remarks on the House floor here:

Lesko Introduces Legislation to Reauthorize the FDA’s Critical Path Initiative

I introduced a bill to reauthorize the FDA’s Critical Path Initiative to allow the FDA to work with universities and non-profit organizations. This will encourage more medical innovation and modernize the development of drugs and medical devices.

Lesko Introduces Legislation to Greenlight Resolution Copper Mine

Did you know that Arizona's Resolution Copper Mine is able to provide 25% of all the copper our nation needs? I introduced the Unleashing American Resources Act to resume the Resolution Copper mining project and allow Arizona to unleash domestic mineral production after President Biden rescinded the permit that Trump approved.

GET THE FACTS: Baby Formula Shortage Leaves American Families Scrambling

As you may have heard, American families across our nation have been faced with a baby formula shortage. This is unacceptable! Stores across our nation such as Target, CVS, and Walgreens have imposed purchase limits as a result of this shortage. There is already so much that parents have to worry about while they are raising their baby. Being able to find baby formula should not be on that list! The Biden Administration must immediately present a plan to American families on how they will address this shortage. I joined House Energy and Commerce Committee Ranking Member Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers’ (R-WA-05) letter to the Biden Administration to demand that they take swift action. This should be a top priority for the Biden Administration because this is a matter of life and death for many babies.

Around the District 

Austin from our office presented the Friends of the Sun City Libraries with a Congressional Recognition for their contributions to our communities. The Friends of the Sun City Libraries is a volunteer organization that collects and sells book donations and gives the proceeds to local libraries.

Michael from our office attended the City of Glendale’s 4th Annual Military Induction Ceremony to honor the brave men and women who are coming out of high school and college who have chosen to join the military. Thank you for your dedication to serve our nation!

Monica from our office attended a ribbon cutting for the grand re-opening and 3rd anniversary celebration of Arrowhead Valley Retirement Resort, which is a senior living community in Peoria, AZ!

Casework Highlight

A constituent contacted our office asking for assistance with the IRS. She had mailed a check to pay the balance owed on her tax return, but the payment had also been made electronically as a duplicate. After we reached out to the IRS, they refunded the constituent the duplicate payment.

Encouraging Story

I am pleased to share this story about a Valley veteran being gifted a mortgage-free home! Kevin Raposo, a Marine veteran who returned home with severe PTSD, was able to receive a new home that is mortgage-free thanks to Building Homes for Heroes. Building Homes for Heroes gifts mortgage-free homes to our troops every 11 days of the year. I am proud of Building Homes for Heroes’ incredible work and happy that Kevin is able to enjoy his new home with his family!

Mobile Office Hours

Our office is hosting Mobile Office Hours on May 23, 2022, at the Youngtown Kitchen/Clubhouse from 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM AZ Time. Our casework team is ready to answer your questions and assist you with federal agencies.

We are Here to Help

As always, my office is here to help. My Surprise district office is 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, Gettr, and Truth Social, 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