Congresswoman Lesko Weekly Update

Good Afternoon,

I hope everyone had a great week! It has been another busy week in Arizona and Washington, D.C. If you would like to share this newsletter with others, please direct them to this link and encourage them to subscribe.

Lesko Speaks to Constituents in Corte Bella 

It was wonderful to host a town hall at Corte Bella in Arizona where I provided an update on my work in Washington, D.C. and answered questions from constituents.

Lesko Thanks Maricopa County Sheriffs 

I was so thankful the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office provided security during my town hall! Thank you for keeping our community safe!

Lesko Meets with Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International

It was great to meet with the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International to discuss the future of uncrewed vehicles as well as legislative and regulatory priorities surrounding our airspace!

Lesko Discusses F-35 Lightning II Program

I met with Arizona's Spirit Electronics to discuss the importance of the F-35 Lightning II Program. We also addressed how this program provides important economic opportunities for small businesses.

Lesko Gives U.S. Capitol Tour

It was wonderful to give a U.S. Capitol tour with Rep. Andy Biggs (R-AZ) to these outstanding Arizonans!

Lesko Meets with the Salvation Army

I met with the Salvation Army to discuss the volunteer services they provide in Arizona and across the nation. I am thankful for all they do!

In the News

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

Fox News

I joined Fox News to discuss how Americans are facing crisis after crisis, but the Biden Administration would rather go after gas stoves. This is exactly why I introduced a bill to save gas stoves and give Americans a choice. Watch my full interview below:

The Todd Starnes Show

I also joined the Todd Starnes Show to discuss my legislation that would prohibit the Biden Administration's blatant overreach into Americans’ lives and protect gas stoves! Get my full interview with Todd Starnes below:

The Vince Coglianese Show 

I joined the Vince Coglianese Show to discuss how in the face of the Biden Administration’s policies, House Republicans are getting America back on track! We are working to secure the border, lower crime rates, and balance the budget. Listen below:

Newsmax

I joined Newsmax to talk about how House Republicans are hard at work for the American people! We introduced legislation to tackle our top priority – unleashing American energy independence. We will also work to reduce the cost of living and secure the southern border! Watch below:

Lesko Questions CEO of TikTok

This week, the House Energy and Commerce Committee questioned the CEO of TikTok about the national security risk the app poses. I asked, "Mr. Chew, do you agree that the Chinese government has persecuted the Uyghur population?" His refusal to answer the question reveals his ties with the Chinese government. Additionally, India banned TikTok in 2020. New Zealand, Canada, the U.K., Belgium, and the E.U. have all banned TikTok from government devices. FBI Director Wray said TikTok "screams out with national security concerns." Lastly, regarding U.S. users, a current TikTok employee said that Chinese employees have access to our closest contacts and other sensitive information. It does not make sense for a current TikTok employee to say this if it wasn't true. Watch me ask these important questions below:

Lesko Legislation to Combat Drug Crisis Passes House Energy and Commerce Committee

I am proud that my bill, the Securing the Border for Public Health Act, passed out of the House Energy and Commerce Committee. This legislation utilizes Title 42 Public Health Authorities to stop the import of certain controlled substances. Our nation is facing a deadly drug crisis, while the Biden Administration’s open border agenda has incentivized criminal cartels to smuggle drugs over the southern border. This bill is critical in stopping the flow of these deadly drugs into our communities to save lives. I am grateful to my colleagues for their support, and I hope this bill will be brought to the Floor of the U.S. House of Representatives for a vote soon. Watch my remarks below:

Lesko Introduces Legislation to Stop Biden Administration's Gas Stove Ban 

President Biden’s Department of Energy is attempting to implement an extreme regulation that would effectively ban gas stoves. This is just an attempt by the Department of Energy to institute government control in every aspect of Americans’ lives. That is why I introduced the Save Our Gas Stoves Act to prohibit unreasonable energy standards for cooking products and block the U.S. Department of Energy from implementing its burdensome proposed efficiency standard for gas cooking products. I am fighting to protect Americans’ gas stoves and put a stop to this abuse of power.

Lesko Leads Letter to Department of Energy to Protect Gas Stoves 

I led a letter to U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm opposing the Department of Energy’s proposed rule that would require an energy performance standard for residential cooktops. This rule is a back door attempt to ban gas stoves and expand the federal government’s influence over Americans’ daily lives. I was proud to lead my colleagues in urging Secretary Granholm not to finalize this proposed rule.

GET THE FACTS: President Biden Continues to Ignore His Border Crisis

Each month, U.S. Customs and Border Protection's (CBP) data on the border crisis illustrate the results of the Biden Administration's failed, open border policies. Since President Biden entered office, he has worked to undo the prior administration's successful border policies. As a result, there have been more than 4.8 million migrant encounters at the southern border. The past five months alone have seen over one million encounters along the southern border, which is a new record under President Biden and Secretary Mayorkas' failed rule. CPB has also seized 11,000 pounds of fentanyl. February 2023, sadly, had 154,998 illegal migrant encounters at the southern border, making it the 24^th consecutive month with more than 150,000 illegal migrant encounters. This does not include the 1.3 million known gotaways who have evaded apprehension. Democrats' blatant neglect of the invasion occurring at our border is unacceptable and has facilitated a terrible humanitarian crisis. House Republicans are well aware that this situation demands attention and action. We are working day and night on legislation to secure our border. 

Around the District

Monica from our office presented a Congressional Recognition to the American Diabetes Association for their education, awareness, prevention, and groundbreaking research programs.

Austin from our office attended the ribbon cutting for Pure Infusion Suites in Peoria, AZ, which provides cutting-edge therapies for Arizonans with autoimmune conditions. Welcome to our district! 

Monica from our office attended the grand opening of Becoming Transformed’s newest location in Peoria, AZ, which provides counseling and psychotherapy services to its customers.

Casework Highlight

A constituent contacted our office after submitting an online passport renewal request. After paying for expedited processing, and waiting several months, the constituent had an upcoming trip, but still did not have her passport. Our office contacted the U.S. State Department, moved the application into processing, and she received the passport in time for her trip.

Oppose the Department of Energy's Gas Stove Ban

Are you worried about the Biden Administration’s rule to ban gas stoves? Make your voices heard today! Please click here to submit your comment to the Department of Energy. The public comment period is open until April 3, 2023, and the docket number is EERE–2014–BT–STD-0005.

Mobile Office Hours

Our office is hosting Mobile Office Hours on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at the Glendale Main Library in Glendale, AZ from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM AZ Time. Our casework team is ready to answer your questions and assist you with federal agencies.

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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/.

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May God continue to bless you and our great Nation.

Sincerely,

Congresswoman Debbie Lesko