Ansari, Schnieder Lead Letter Demanding President Trump Reverse Course On Potential Reinstatement of Discriminatory Travel Ban
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Representatives Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) and Brad Schneider (IL-10), led over 30 of their colleagues in a letter to President Trump expressing concern and opposition to the proposed reinstatement of his discriminatory travel ban. The letter comes amid reports that his administration is considering a ban on as many as 43 countries. The lawmakers highlighted economic concerns, risks to national security, and impacts to international cooperation as potential consequences … Continue Reading
March 14, 2025
Ansari Blasts Republican CR That Will Hurt Arizonans
WASHINGTON - Today, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) slammed Congressional Republicans and those who joined them to pass a partisan continuing resolution that would cut a blank check to Donald Trump and Elon Musk, and slash funding for programs that serve Arizonans, from housing assistance to veterans benefits. “Today, the Senate failed to meet the moment. By not stepping up to block this Republican CR that will quite literally take food from families in need and funding from veterans … Continue Reading
March 14, 2025
Ansari Announces 2025 Congressional Art Competition
PHOENIX - Today, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) invited high school students from across Arizona’s Third Congressional District to participate in the 2025 Congressional Art Competition. This nationwide contest provides young artists the opportunity to showcase their talent, with the winning piece displayed in the U.S. Capitol and runner-up pieces displayed in Ansari’s district office. “Art has the power to inspire, tell stories, and bring communities together. I encourage high school … Continue Reading
March 13, 2025
Rep. Yassamin Ansari Statement on the Passing of Rep. Raúl Grijalva
WASHINGTON - Today, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) released the following statement following the news of the passing of Rep. Raúl Grijalva (AZ-07): “I’m devastated to hear of the passing of my colleague Raul Grijalva. He was a fighter for Arizonans and a champion for Indigenous communities and our planet. We will all miss him dearly. My thoughts are with his family, friends, loved ones, and constituents.” … Continue Reading
March 13, 2025
ICYMI: Rep. Yassamin Ansari Hosts Tele-Town Hall with Attorney General Kris Mayes
PHOENIX - Yesterday, more than 12,500 Arizonans tuned into Representative Yassamin Ansari’s (AZ-03) Tele-Town Hall with Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes, where they provided crucial updates to constituents on federal lawsuits, the damaging effects of harmful budget cuts proposed by Donald Trump and Elon Musk, and ongoing efforts to fight back against these policies that threaten Arizona families. “Right now, we’re seeing so many extreme actions from the Trump administration—from attempts to … Continue Reading
March 12, 2025
Ansari Joins Effort to Ratify Historic Navajo Tribes Water Rights Settlement
WASHINGTON - Today, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) alongside Representatives Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ-06) and Greg Stanton (AZ-04), David Schweikert (AZ-01), Raúl Grijalva (AZ-07), Eli Crane (AZ-01), and Arizona Senators Mark Kelly and Ruben Gallego introduced the Northeastern Arizona Indian Water Rights Settlement Act (NAIWRSA) of 2025. This bipartisan, bicameral legislation ratifies and funds the Northeastern Arizona Indian Water Rights Settlement Agreement, resolving one of Arizona’s … Continue Reading
March 10, 2025
Ansari to Vote “No” on House Republican CR
WASHINGTON - Today, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) announced she would not support the partisan Continuing Resolution introduced by House Republicans this weekend. “This is not a ‘clean’ continuing resolution, but a bill that hurts many of my constituents. The Republican CR recklessly cuts billions in funding for critical programs, including veterans’ healthcare and rental assistance,” said Rep. Ansari. “Additionally, its passage would tee up the legislative process needed for Donald … Continue Reading
March 03, 2025
Rep. Ansari Hosts DACA Recipient as Guest at Trump’s Address to Joint Session of Congress
WASHINGTON - Today, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) announced she would host a DACA recipient and high school math teacher from Arizona’s Third District, as her guest for President Donald Trump’s Address to the Joint Session of Congress.“I am deeply honored to have Yadira Garcia join me as my guest for the Joint Session of Congress. She embodies the American Dream—resilient, hardworking, and committed to her students and community,” said Rep. Ansari. “Since Donald Trump took office, … Continue Reading
February 27, 2025
Ansari Cosponsors American Dream and Promise Act
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 26, 2025 Contact: Kaitlin Hooker kaitlin.hooker@mail.house.gov Ansari Cosponsors American Dream and Promise Act Legislation would provide Dreamers, TPS holders, and DED beneficiaries with a pathway to citizenship WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Rep. Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) cosponsored the bipartisan American Dream and Promise Act of 2025, alongside co-authors of the bill, Representatives Sylvia Garcia (TX-29), Nydia Velázquez (D-NY-07) and Yvette Clarke … Continue Reading
February 19, 2025
Rep. Yassamin Ansari Visits Local Head Start Program to Discuss Federal Funding
PHOENIX - Today, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) visited the Pendergast Early Learning Center, part of the Greater Phoenix Urban League Head Start program, to tour the facility, meet with staff and parents, and read with the students. Her visit comes as President Trump’s proposed freeze on federal funding threatens the future of Head Start programs that rely on federal funding to provide early childhood education to Arizona kids. “Pendergast Early Learning Center is essential to so many … Continue Reading
February 12, 2025
Ansari Introduces First Legislation
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 12, 2025 Contact: Kaitlin Hooker kaitlin.hooker@mail.house.gov Ansari Introduces First Legislation Ansari Resolution Celebrates the Legacy and Contributions of Immigrants and Opposes Discriminatory Immigration Policies WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Rep. Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) introduced a House resolution titled “Celebrating the Legacy and Contributions of Immigrants and Opposing Discriminatory Immigration Policies.” Ansari’s newly introduced legislation stands in … Continue Reading
February 07, 2025
Ansari Efforts Keep Prisma Community Care Open
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 6, 2025 Contact: Kaitlin Hooker kaitlin.hooker@mail.house.gov Ansari Efforts Keep Prisma Community Care OpenAnsari pressed HHS to release promised fundsWASHINGTON - Today, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) announced that Prisma Community Care, a non-profit in Arizona’s Third District that had not been able to draw down federal funding during the chaos of President Trump’s proposed freeze on federal grants and loans, again had access to their promised funds. … Continue Reading
February 06, 2025
Ansari Cosponsors Taxpayer Protection Act, Leads Oversight Dems in Urging Gov Watchdogs to Investigate Musk’s Threats to Privacy
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03), Rep. Gerald E. Connolly, Ranking Member of the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and Rep. Shontel Brown, led all Oversight Committee Democrats in sending a letter to Deputy Inspectors General Sciurba, Vint, Erickson, Shoemaker, and Rocque and Inspector General Martin, expressing urgent concerns regarding recent reports that unauthorized individuals associated with Elon Musk or the “DOGE” effort have gained access to … Continue Reading
February 06, 2025
Ansari Stands Fiercely Against Trump and Musk’s Unconstitutional Power Grab
WASHINGTON, D.C. - This week, Rep. Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03), a member of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, joined a delegation of congressional Democrats for press conferences outside the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the U.S. Department of the Treasury. She also delivered a speech on the House Floor amidst President Trump and Elon Musk’s unprecedented, unconstitutional efforts to interfere with congressional power and undermine our democracy. Now, … Continue Reading
January 28, 2025
Ansari Slams Trump’s Unconstitutional Funding Freeze
WASHINGTON - Today, following President Trump’s pause on grants and loans disbursed by the federal government, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) released the following statement:“This blatantly political move is a dangerous precedent that directly threatens the checks and balances relationship between the Executive and Legislative branch. Congress holds the power of the purse, and these funds have already been approved. “This is not an abstract action. Guidance from the administration is … Continue Reading
January 24, 2025
Ansari Leads 130+ Dems in Call on Trump to Reverse Day-One Withdrawal of U.S. from Paris Climate Accords
WASHINGTON - Today, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03), along with Representatives Brad Schneider (IL-10), Jared Huffman (CA-02), and Gregory W. Meeks (NY-05), was joined by more than 130 House Democrats to introduce a resolution condemning President Trump's Day One Executive Order to withdraw the U.S. from the Paris Agreement. A similar resolution was introduced in the Senate by Sen. Ed Markey (D-Mass.) and 21 Senators.The resolution articulates the dire consequences of global climate … Continue Reading
January 22, 2025
Ansari Named Ranking Member of Energy and Mineral Resources Subcommittee
WASHINGTON—Today, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) was voted Ranking Member of the Energy and Mineral Resources Subcommittee of the House Natural Resources Committee for the 119th Congress. She will also sit on the Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee. “Just days into Donald Trump’s second term, we’re already seeing a wave of Executive Orders that have devastating consequences for Arizonans and communities across our country,” said Rep. Ansari. “The decision to withdraw from the … Continue Reading
January 21, 2025
Ansari Returns to Her District, Prepares for Trump’s Harmful Policies
WASHINGTON—This weekend, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) skipped the inauguration of President Trump and was in Phoenix to host an immigration roundtable and volunteer alongside her community for Martin Luther King Jr. National Day of Service. “I spent the weekend in our district, taking immediate action to prepare for the harmful and divisive policies we’ve already seen from the Trump-Vance administration, especially for immigrants and mixed-status families,” said Rep. Ansari. “I … Continue Reading
January 17, 2025
Ansari Leads Effort to Continue Supporting the Be Connected Suicide Prevention Program in Arizona
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) joined fellow Arizona colleagues in a letter to Secretary of Veterans Affairs Denis McDonough to advocate for continued support of the Arizona Be Connected Program, which is administered by the Arizona Coalition for Military Families.? Ansari was joined by Reps. Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06), Greg Stanton (AZ-04), Abe Hamadeh (AZ-08), Andy Biggs (AZ-05), Raul Grijalva (AZ-07) and Sens. Mark Kelly (D-AZ) and Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) The loss of our … Continue Reading
January 16, 2025
Rep. Ansari Skipping Inauguration to Celebrate MLK Day in Arizona
WASHINGTON - Today, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) announced she would not attend the inauguration of President-elect Trump on Monday, January 20, but will be in her district volunteering for Martin Luther King Jr. National Day of Service.“Third District families sent me to D.C. to work for them-that’s why I’ll be in my community this weekend, meeting with Arizonans and volunteering alongside the folks I represent,” said Rep. Ansari. “I fully support a peaceful transition of power and … Continue Reading
