Ansari, Kelly, Gallego Announce $84.3 Million to Expand Capacity at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
Today, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) and Arizona Senators Mark Kelly announced that $84,313,381 will be invested in infrastructure projects at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport through the Airport Improvement Program, reauthorized and expanded under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. This funding will support the construction of a new 2,100-foot taxiway bridge to accommodate increased aircraft operations, reduce delays, and improve airport efficiency. Phoenix Sky Harbor … Continue Reading
January 15, 2025
Ansari Statement on Ceasefire Deal
WASHINGTON - Today, following the announcement of a ceasefire deal reached in the Israel-Hamas war, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) released the following statement: “This tentative ceasefire agreement is a relief, particularly for the families of the 98 hostages still held in captivity and for Palestinian civilians in Gaza. “Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack is a day the world will forever remember for its brutality, inhumanity, and the scale of its violence. Over 1,200 Israelis were murdered — … Continue Reading
January 14, 2025
Ansari Announces Committee Assignments for 119th Congress
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) announced she will serve on the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform and the Committee on Natural Resources for the 119th Congress. She released the following statement: “I am beyond humbled to join these two critical committees,” said Rep. Ansari. “These committee assignments will allow me to fight for transparency and accountability while championing bold, sustainable policies that protect our natural resources, address … Continue Reading
January 08, 2025
Ansari, Kelly, Gallego Announce $15 Million Grant to Expand Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure in Phoenix
Today, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03), along with Arizona Senators Mark Kelly and Ruben Gallego and Representative Greg Stanton (AZ-04) announced that the City of Phoenix will receive a $15,000,000 award from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to expand Phoenix’s electric vehicle (EV) charging network, improving access for Phoenix residents and helping to address air quality challenges in Maricopa County. The grant, awarded through the Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Discretionary … Continue Reading
January 06, 2025
Ansari, 119th Congress Certify 2024 Election Results
WASHINGTON - Today, on the fourth anniversary of the January 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol, U.S. Representative Yassamin Ansari and the 119th Congress certified the results of the 2024 election.“Today, Democrats upheld their constitutional duty to certify our free and fair election,” said Rep. Ansari. “Trust in our democracy is paramount, and I will always work to safeguard our Constitution. As we continue to work to overcome the dark stain of violence this day left on our Capitol, we … Continue Reading
January 03, 2025
Yassamin Ansari Sworn into Congress to Represent AZ-03
WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Representative Yassamin Ansari was sworn into the 119th Congress to begin her term serving Arizona’s Third Congressional District. Directly after swearing in, Ansari used her first Floor speech to speak out against the anti-immigrant House Rules package pushed through by extreme Republicans. Read a full transcript of Rep. Ansari’s speech below and watch her speak on the Floor on social media on X, Instagram, or … Continue Reading
January 03, 2025
Representative-elect Yassamin Ansari Announces Fully Hired Office Ahead of 119th Congress
WASHINGTON — Today, Representative-elect Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) announced that her Washington, D.C. and Arizona offices are fully staffed as she prepares to be sworn in to represent Arizona’s Third Congressional District in the 119th Congress. Ansari’s team is made up of over 50% people of color and more than 70% with Arizona ties. Her senior leadership team is composed entirely of women. “I’m deeply honored by the trust placed in me by the people of Arizona’s Third Congressional District. As … Continue Reading
