Congresswoman Debbie Lesko (AZ-08) announced today mobile office hours for constituents of the Eighth Congressional District for the month of September. Constituents seeking assistance with Social Security, Medicare, Veteran and Military issues, or other federal agencies will be able to meet with a member of Congresswoman Lesko’s staff at the following dates and locations: Thursday, September 20 – Peoria Development and Community Services Building Benchmark Room 9875 North 85th Avenue, Peoria, A...
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Congresswoman Debbie Lesko (AZ-08) announced today a Veterans Exchange in Anthem, AZ on September 21, 2018 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Anthem Civic Center. Veterans residing in Arizona’s Eighth Congressional District are invited to attend an informational session on resources available to the veteran community. Representatives from Phoenix Veterans Affairs Regional Office, TriWest, and Be Connected will discuss benefits, claims, employment, the Rapid Appeals Modernization Program (RAMP), the...
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Today, Congresswoman Debbie Lesko (R-Peoria) released the following statement after Arizona Governor Doug Ducey announced former Senator Jon Kyl will fill the vacated Senate seat by the late Senator John McCain: “Governor Ducey today made an excellent choice in Jon Kyl to return to the U.S. Senate. Former Senator Kyl served alongside Senator McCain and has been a champion for Arizona on many important issues including critical water issues impacting our state. I look forward to working with Sena...
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Today, the U.S. House of Representatives unanimously passed Congresswoman Debbie Lesko’s bill, H.R. 6400—the United States Ports of Entry Threat and Operational Review Act. The bill requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to conduct a threat and operational analysis of all air, land, and sea ports of entry in the United States and create an operational strategy and implementation plan. Congresswoman Debbie Lesko (AZ-08): “Human trafficking, child smuggling, and the importation of illegal dru...
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Today, Congresswoman Debbie Lesko (AZ-08) released the following statement on the passing of Senator John McCain: “John McCain’s life was one of service and sacrifice. He will always be remembered for his love of country. My thoughts and prayers are with Senator McCain’s family and loved ones.”
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Today, Congresswoman Debbie Lesko (AZ-08) released the following statement after hearing the news that Senator John McCain has chosen to discontinue medical treatment: “Senator John McCain will always be known for a lifetime of service to our nation. I pray that Senator McCain and the entire McCain family will feel God’s comfort and peace during this difficult time.”
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Today, Congresswoman Debbie Lesko (AZ-08) visited three schools in Arizona’s Eighth Congressional District. Congresswoman Lesko toured Luke Elementary School in Glendale, Legacy Traditional School in Glendale, and Universal Technical Institute in Avondale. “Every student in Arizona deserves access to a high-quality education that meets their individual needs,” said Congresswoman Lesko. “Our local schools know their students best. That is why I introduced legislation in Congress to get Washington...
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This week, Congresswoman Debbie Lesko (AZ-08) launched a three-day business tour across Arizona’s Eighth Congressional District. Congresswoman Lesko visited small and large businesses in the district to discuss how reduced federal regulations, pro-growth policies, and historic tax reform legislation have impacted both business owners and employees. “I met with a number of local businesses this week to see the real-world impact of policies passed by Congress. After meeting with business owners, m...
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Today, Congresswoman Debbie Lesko announced the launch of the Congressional App Challenge for middle and high school students in Arizona’s Eighth District. Congresswoman Lesko released the following statement encouraging students to participate in the Congressional App Challenge: “As a member of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee, I know how important it is to encourage student interest in the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) fields. That is why I am pleased to a...
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Today, the House of Representatives passed the conference report to H.R. 5515, the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), by a vote of 359-54. The NDAA provides critical funding and lays out strategic policy direction for our national defense. The NDAA also provides resources to rebuild our military and authorizes additional aircraft and ships, including 77 F-35 Joint Strike Fighters. Congresswoman Debbie Lesko (AZ-08) released the following statement after voting in support o...
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