Congresswoman Lesko Weekly Update

Good Afternoon,

This week, I remained in Washington, D.C. for a series of votes in the U.S. House of Representatives! It was a pleasure to meet with Lucid Motors, located in the great state of Arizona, to discuss issues that they are currently facing in the electric vehicle industry and future projects that they are working on.

I had a fantastic time test driving Lucid Motors' electric vehicle. Arizona is proud to be home to this innovative electric vehicle company.

In the News 

I want to make sure that you don’t miss a minute of what I’m doing to fight for Arizonans each and every day. Check out my latest interview below.

One America News Network

I joined One America News to talk about how President Biden could solve the border crisis overnight by reinstating the Remain in Mexico policy. Plus, I discussed how Democrats are pushing soft-on-crime policies while trying to take away law-abiding citizens’ ability to defend themselves. WATCH:

Lesko Opposes Taxpayer Funding for Chemical Abortion Pills

House Democrats’ Payouts for Planned Parenthood Act forces taxpayers to fund abortions and expands the use of chemical abortion pills that can cause excessive bleeding, pain, and death.

This bill is about one thing only: lining the pockets of the abortion lobby.

House Energy and Commerce Committee

House Democrats don’t want you to know the truth. Chemical abortion pills pose a life-threatening risk to mothers and their unborn babies, and the vast majority of abortions are elective. Watch my remarks in the Energy and Commerce Committee’s Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations below:

I also spoke in the House Energy and Commerce Committee to raise concerns about China’s ability to spy on Americans through the electrical appliances that we use in our everyday lives. Americans’ privacy must be protected from the Chinese Communist Party! Watch my full remarks below:

Additionally, I raised concerns that Big Tech companies and the CDC are infringing on Americans’ privacy and collecting people’s locations and personal data. Americans should have full control over their own private, personal information. Watch my full remarks in the House Energy and Commerce Committee below:

Lesko Stands Up for Arizona Builders

I sent a letter to Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm to urge the Department of Energy to postpone its deadline for the new HVAC energy efficiency requirements. This would provide Arizona builders with a new, more workable deadline.

Lesko Introduces Legislation to Reform Energy Conservation Standards for Electrical Appliances

I introduced the DOE Appliance and Equipment Standards Reform and Consumer Protection Act to allow the Secretary of Energy to update energy conservation standards for electric appliances and remove standards that have made appliances less efficient and more costly to consumers.

GET THE FACTS: Inflation Hits 9.1% in June

As you may have heard, the inflation rate spiked to 9.1% in June and has been at or above 5% for 14 straight months. In Phoenix, the inflation rate in June rose to 12.3%. This inflation rate is at a 40-year high and is creating a significant financial burden for Americans across the nation. 75% of Americans say that inflation is the most important economic problem facing their families. It is shameful that President Biden and House Democrats' failures have created this economic crisis. Instead of working with Republicans to fix it, House Democrats are pushing legislation that spends even more money, which will only increase the inflation rates even further. The numbers don't lie. Americans cannot afford failed, one-party Democrat rule.

Around the District 

Monica from our office attended the grand opening for the new location of the El Mirage Library! Thank you to all who attended, including El Mirage Mayor Hermosillo and Maricopa County Supervisor Clint Hickman!

Michael from our office attended the grand opening for Diamondback Risk Management, which provides security and training to help individuals protect themselves and others. Welcome to Surprise, AZ!

Monica from our office presented a Congressional Recognition to the White Dove Thrift Shoppe in Glendale, AZ. The White Dove Thrift Shoppe donates their proceeds to fund patient-care programs and help lower the cost of care. Keep up the great work!

Monica from our office presented a Congressional Recognition to Hope Team in Goodyear, AZ. Hope Team helps cancer patients stay busy with enriching activities such as sporting events and dinners. Thank you for all you do for the patients of the Cancer Treatment Centers of America!

Monica from our office attended Grand Canyon University’s annual Back to School Clothing Drive. This annual event equips students in need across Arizona with new school uniforms, outfits, backpacks, and other school supplies!

Austin from our office attended a ribbon cutting for the opening of Arizona Autism Charter Schools’ newest campus in Peoria, AZ! Thank you for empowering these students and supporting the educational needs of children with autism.

Austin from our office attended a ribbon cutting for NexGen Partner Strategies in Anthem, AZ! NexGen provides business solutions, resources, and assistance to both small and large companies.

Casework Highlight

A constituent contacted us after being unable to obtain diabetic testing strips through both Medicare and his physician. The constituent had been trying for a resolution for nearly six months prior to contacting our office. Our office was able to work with Medicare to correct this error, and the constituent received his testing strips a week later.

Encouraging Story

I am pleased to share this story about Arizona State University's INSPIRE Summer Camp, which helps Native American high school students explore careers in health-related fields. This is a great way to ensure that Arizona's Native American community is exposed to a variety of career options to find the career of their dreams. I am proud of ASU for helping out the next generation of health professionals!

Mobile Office Hours

Our office is hosting Mobile Office Hours on July 28, 2022, at the Surprise, AZ City Hall from 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM AZ Time. Our casework team is ready to answer your questions and assist you with federal agencies.

Military Academy Nominations

Are you interested in attending a Military Service Academy? Applications for Service Academy Nominations are now open! The deadline for this year’s Service Academy Nominations is October 28, 2022. Visit my website or click here to learn more and apply!

Congressional App Challenge

Submissions for the Congressional App Challenge are now open to all middle and high school students! The Congressional App Challenge is a competition to encourage students to engage in coding and computer science. App submissions are due by November 1, 2022. Winning apps will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol! Register today and submit your app here.

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