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Rubén Gallego is a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives, representing Arizona's 7th congressional district since January 6, 2015. Born on November 20, 1979, he has focused on issues such as veterans' affairs, immigration reform, and education during his time in office. Gallego, a former Marine, has been an advocate for military families and has worked to improve access to healthcare for veterans. He has also been involved in efforts to address gun violence and climate change.
Mr. Speaker, I rise in opposition to the previous question so that the House can consider legislation to close an outrageous legal loophole that allows known terrorists to purchase deadly weapons. Mr. Speaker, I am a United States Marine…
Mr. Speaker, in the Iraq war, my unit fought door-to- door in some of the areas now controlled by ISIL, and we did it armed with an assault rifle called the M16A4. Why did the Marine Corps send us into battle with this weapon? At the risk…
Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of a bill that, in a small but significant way, honors the legacy of a Latino trailblazer and a great Arizonan, Congressman Ed Pastor. Congressman Pastor dedicated his life to fighting for working families…
Mr. Chairman, immigrants have been fighting in America's Armed Forces since the founding of the Republic. Many of them did not come here legally, but in countless cases we still allow them to enlist because, for most of our history, your…
Mr. Chairman, I rise to claim the time in opposition. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from Arizona is recognized for 5 minutes.
Mr. Chairman, I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Iowa will be postponed. Amendment No. 28 Offered by Mr. Hudson The Acting…
Mr. Chairman, I also strongly oppose the amendment offered by my friend, Mr. Gosar. Mr. Gosar is an outstanding Member of this body and a great advocate for the great State of Arizona, but unfortunately we don't see eye to eye on this…
Mr. Chairman, I claim the time in opposition. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from Arizona (Mr. Gallego) is recognized for 5 minutes.
Mr. Chairman, I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Arizona will be postponed. Amendment No. 27 Offered by Mr. King of Iowa The…
Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, I want to congratulate Congressman Cook, a fellow Marine, for crafting this bill before us. H.R. 496 establishes the Alabama Hills National Scenic Area on approximately…
Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The question is on the motion offered by the gentleman from California (Mr. Cook) that the House suspend the rules and pass the bill, S. 184. The question was…
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