Ansari, Pelosi, SEEC Leaders Sound Alarm on U.S. Absence at COP30 Negotiating Table
Washington, D.C. - Today, members of the House Sustainable Energy and Environment Coalition (SEEC) — Reps. Yassamin Ansari, Sean Casten, Kathy Castor, Maxine Dexter, Jared Huffman, Doris Matsui, April McClain Delaney — and Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi spoke at a press conference blasting President Donald Trump for the federal government’s absence at the key international climate negotiations in Belem, Brazil (COP30) this week. These members were part of a federal delegation set to go to Belem … Continue Reading
November 12, 2025
Ansari, Stanton, Crane, Schweikert, Kelly, Gallego, Urge President Trump to Approve Major Disaster Declaration for Gila and Mohave Counties
Representatives Yassamin Ansari (D-AZ-03), Greg Stanton (D-AZ-04), Eli Crane (R-AZ-02), and David Schweikert (R-AZ-01), along with Arizona Senators Mark Kelly and Ruben Gallego, sent a letter to President Donald Trump urging swift approval of Governor Katie Hobbs’ request for a Major Disaster Declaration following catastrophic flooding in Gila and Mohave Counties. “From September 25 through September 27, 2025, severe flooding occurred throughout the State of Arizona, causing significant and … Continue Reading
November 04, 2025
Rep. Ansari Volunteers at Phoenix Food Distribution Site as the Republican Shutdown Nears Record for Longest Ever
WASHINGTON - On Day 34 of the Republican shutdown, just one day shy of surpassing the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) volunteered at a local food distribution site with Puente, a non-profit dedicated to supporting marginalized communities. During the event, they distributed over 180 food boxes filled with fresh fruits, vegetables, and essential items to families in need. “It’s infuriating that Republicans have allowed this shutdown to drag … Continue Reading
October 30, 2025
Ansari, Stanton, Kelly, Gallego Bill to Rename Tucson Federal Building in Honor of Late Congressman Raúl Grijalva
Today, Representatives Yassamin Ansari (D-AZ-03), Greg Stanton (D-AZ-04), Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ-06), and Paul Gosar (R-AZ-09) introduced legislation to rename the federal building in Tucson as the “Raúl M. Grijalva Federal Building." “I’m thrilled to see our bill to rename the Tucson Federal Building in honor of Congressman Grijalva moving forward. He devoted his life to serving Southern Arizona families with courage and a deep love for the people he represented. This recognition reflects his … Continue Reading
October 29, 2025
Ansari Leads Colleagues in Urging Secretary Rubio to Address Politicization of Human Rights Reports
WASHINGTON - Today, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03), alongside her colleagues Representatives Jim McGovern (MA-02), Eleanor Holmes Norton (D.C.), Andre Carson (IN-07), Emily Randall (WA-06), and Lloyd Doggett (TX-37) sent a letter to Secretary Rubio expressing deep concern over recent changes to the U.S. government’s Country Reports on Human Rights Practices and requesting documents related to political interference in the writing of the reports. “We write to express our deep concern … Continue Reading
October 28, 2025
Ansari, Huffman Demand Answers as Trump Administration Shuts Down SNAP and Paychecks, Keeps Big Oil Flush with Cash
WASHINGTON - Today, Energy and Mineral Resources Subcommittee Ranking Member Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) and Natural Resources Committee Ranking Member Jared Huffman (CA-02) demanded answers from Interior Secretary Doug Burgum and Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins on why their agencies have prioritized checking off the wish lists of oil, timber, and mining companies during the ongoing Republican government shutdown while halting critical public safety, wildfire prevention, and disaster … Continue Reading
October 27, 2025
Arizona Democrats Call to Protect Impact Aid
WASHINGTON - Today, Representatives Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) and Greg Stanton (AZ-04), along with Arizona Senators Ruben Gallego and Mark Kelly sent a letter to Department of Education Secretary Linda McMahon laying out how the Trump administration’s politically motivated layoffs within the Impact Aid office will jeopardize critical funding for Arizona school districts serving tribal lands, military bases, and other federally impacted areas. “As Members of Congress representing Arizona, which … Continue Reading
October 23, 2025
Ansari, Huffman, Garcia Demand Transparency on White House Ballroom Construction During Shutdown
WASHINGTON - Today, Representatives Yassamin Ansari (D-Ariz.), Jared Huffman (D-Calif.), and Robert Garcia (D-Calif.) demanded answers from President Donald J. Trump regarding the reported construction of a new $250 million ballroom at the White House complex during the ongoing government shutdown.The lawmakers warn that the project — undertaken “without public disclosure or proper consultation” — raises serious concerns about transparency, funding priorities, and the physical and ethical … Continue Reading
October 22, 2025
Ansari Leads Entire Freshmen Dem Class in Letter Pressing Speaker Johnson for Grijalva Swear-In Date
WASHINGTON - This week, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) led freshmen Democratic members of the U.S. House of Representatives in sending a letter to Speaker of the House Mike Johnson that seeks clarification on the swear-in timeline for Representative-elect Adelita Grijalva. The letter details the need for clear guidelines on the process for Grijalva to be sworn in, urging Johnson to take immediate action to give Grijalva’s constituents their deserved and entitled representation. “It’s … Continue Reading
October 10, 2025
Representatives Ansari and Watson Coleman Introduce Mental Health Emergency Package, Lifesaving Legislation on World Mental Health Day
WASHINGTON - Today, on World Mental Health Day, Representatives Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) and Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12) introduced a comprehensive Mental Health Emergency Package—three pieces of legislation that would expand access to life-saving care, reduce reliance on law enforcement for behavioral health emergencies, and demonstrate our shared commitment to ensuring every young person and family has the support they need. “In Arizona and across the country, families are navigating a … Continue Reading
October 08, 2025
Ansari, Stanton, Grijalva Demand Arizona Legislature Address Dangerous Rhetoric by State Representative John Gillette
WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari, Congressman Greg Stanton, and Congresswoman-Elect Adelita Grijalva sent a letter urging the Arizona House of Representatives to take action to address the recent conduct of Arizona State Representative John Gillette.Gillette has repeatedly used racist and inflammatory language and recently wrote that U.S. Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) should be “tried, convicted, and hanged.”“Such rhetoric not only reflects poorly on your institution … Continue Reading
October 07, 2025
Ansari Honors October 7th Anniversary
WASHINGTON - Today, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) issued the following statement marking the anniversary of the October 7, 2023, attacks on Israel: “Today marks two years since October 7, 2023, a horrific day for Israelis, Jewish people around the world, and for all of humanity. It is the day the world watched as a monstrous Hamas terrorist attack against Israel killed more than 1,200 people and took 250 more hostage. I have met with the loved ones of some of these hostages and saw … Continue Reading
October 03, 2025
What They Are Saying: Rep. Ansari, LUCHA, Labor & Community Leaders, Slam Republicans’ Government Shutdown
PHOENIX - Today, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) and Living United for Change (LUCHA) brought together Arizona State Representative Oscar De Los Santos and leading labor unions at the Arizona State Capitol to underscore the devastating impacts of the ongoing Republican government shutdown on Arizona families. “Every day this Republican shutdown drags on, Arizona families pay the price,” said Rep. Ansari. “Federal workers go without pay and critical programs are thrown into chaos-all … Continue Reading
October 01, 2025
Ansari to Donate Salary During Republican Government Shutdown
WASHINGTON - Today, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) announced she would donate her Congressional salary proportionate to the days the government is shut down. Ansari’s salary will go to Wesley Community and Health Centers, a community health center in Arizona’s Third Congressional District. “Every day of the Republican shutdown means Americans furloughed without pay, uncertainty for low-income families and seniors, and community health centers like Wesley on the chopping block,” said … Continue Reading
September 30, 2025
Ansari, Huffman, Raskin Co-Lead Resolution Defending Separation of Church and State
WASHINGTON - Today, Representatives Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03), Jared Huffman (CA-02), and Jamie Raskin (MD-08) introduced a resolution that honors the fundamental American principle of the separation of church and state. The lawmakers are proud to defend the Founders’ vision of a country in which everyone is free to practice or not practice religion in whatever way in which they may so choose. This resolution strongly opposes the extreme Christian nationalist vision of the Trump Administration … Continue Reading
September 26, 2025
Ansari, Stanton, Gallego, Kelly, Press Education Department to Continue Funding Hispanic-Serving and Minority-Serving Institutions
WASHINGTON - Today, Representatives Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) and Greg Stanton (AZ-04), along with Arizona Senators Ruben Gallego and Mark Kelly, condemned the Trump administration’s recent decision to end grants for Minority-Serving Institutions (MSIs), including Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs). READ MORE: "These programs have long provided critical resources to colleges and universities that serve historically underserved students, and their loss would have far-reaching consequences … Continue Reading
September 25, 2025
Ansari, Huffman Demand Answers on Trump’s Dangerous U.S. Park Police Policies
WASHINGTON - Today, Energy and Mineral Resources Subcommittee Ranking Member Yassamin Ansari (D-Ariz.) and Natural Resources Committee Ranking Member Jared Huffman (D-Calif.) sent a letter to Interior Secretary Doug Burgum and U.S. Park Police (USPP) Chief Scott Brecht demanding a full briefing on sweeping new USPP policies that put lives at risk and turn the nation’s oldest federal law enforcement agency into a tool for Donald Trump’s political agenda.The lawmakers highlight that in the past … Continue Reading
September 25, 2025
Ansari Calls on Speaker Johnson to Swear in Adelita Grijalva
WASHINGTON - Today, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) sent a letter to House Speaker Mike Johnson urging his swift action in swearing in Representative-elect Adelita Grijalva (AZ-07) to the U.S. House of Representatives. “Adelita is the fighter Arizona’s Seventh District needs right now-and unofficial results have her winning in a landslide,” said Ansari. “With her vote, southern Arizonans will have a voice in Congress before a Republican-driven government shutdown brings our legislating … Continue Reading
September 23, 2025
Ansari Intros Bill to Give Fourth, Fifth Graders Free Access to National Parks
WASHINGTON - Today, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) introduced the Every Kid Outdoors Act, legislation that makes National Parks, forests, refuges, and other public lands free to every fourth and fifth grader in America, including their families. “Every child should have the opportunity to go out in nature—regardless of income or zip code,” said Rep. Ansari. “But too many children, especially in an urban, low-income district like mine, still don’t have access to the outdoors. My bill … Continue Reading
September 22, 2025
Ansari-led Pressure Reverses Jimmy Kimmel Cancellation
WASHINGTON - Today, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) celebrated Disney’s decision to bring Jimmy Kimmel Live! back to air after canceling the show as a result of direct threats from the Trump Administration’s Federal Communications Commission Chair, Brendan Carr. Last week, Ansari introduced a resolution, signed by more than 115 House colleagues and the Writers Guild of America West, in support of free speech and in opposition to authoritarian attempts to silence critics of those in … Continue Reading
