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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 yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, we are all aware of the challenges that Native children face when it comes to their health, safety, and security. For example, Native children are 2.1 times more likely…
Mr. Speaker, the annual defense bill before the House today removes $18 billion from the overseas war account to fund activities that are not related to war. It is unfortunate that the Republican majority, which claims to be fiscally…
Mr. Chairman, today I rise on behalf of the estimated one in five veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars who suffer with post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD. The Department of Defense and the Veterans Health Administration have…
I have seen estimates that constructing a wall could cost upwards of $25 billion.
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to call on the Senate Republicans to give a full and fair hearing and vote to confirm President Obama's Supreme Court nominee, Judge Merrick Garland. There is critical business before the Supreme Court this term…
Mr. Speaker, I rise today on behalf of our brothers and sisters in Puerto Rico who, once again, are left in limbo as Republican leaders in Congress fail to act. As jobs are lost and young workers continue to leave the island, Republican…
Mr. Speaker, it is my distinct honor to recognize my good friend, Rabbi John Linder, as the guest chaplain today. Throughout his life, Rabbi Linder has demonstrated commendable commitment to his family, to his faith, and to the cause of…
Mr. Speaker, I rise today as part of Women's History Month to recognize and celebrate the life of Isabella Greenway, the first female Member of Congress from Arizona. Congresswoman Greenway was a trailblazer, social activist, and dedicated…
Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the people of Phoenix, I rise to demand an end to business as usual at the Federal Aviation Administration. In 2014, the FAA decided, without any input from civic leaders or members of our community, to implement…
Mr. Speaker, I thank my colleague and join in strong opposition to this rule that will bring forward dangerous legislation that harms women, seniors, and families across America. In our first week back in this session, it is appalling that…
Mr. Speaker, for too long, calls for Congress to pass commonsense gun control measures--heartfelt appeals from concerned Americans of all ages and ideologies, including gun owners--have fallen on deaf ears. Despite the mounting death toll…
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