Congressman Andy Biggs Calls on Department of War to Unlock Arizona's Copper Resources to Strengthen National Security

Urged Department of War to expand domestic copper mining on defense lands in Arizona.

“Arizona has been blessed with an abundance of natural resources that are essential to America's economic prosperity and national security”

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Congressman Biggs Takes Action to Fight Medicaid Fraud Across the United States

Biggs co-sponsored bill requiring states to strengthen Medicaid fraud prevention efforts.

“For far too long, governments at every level have allowed a festering culture of fraud and waste of monumental proportions across the United States”

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Congressman Biggs Applauds EPA Action to Protect Maricopa County

Applauded EPA action allowing emission reduction credits for Maricopa County industries.

“This announcement is welcome news for those of us who understand that protecting our environment and promoting economic growth are not mutually exclusive. We can pursue responsible environmental stewardship without crushing businesses and families in one of the fastest-growing regions in the nation.”

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Congressman Biggs Named “American Energy Champion” for 100% Pro-Energy Voting Record

Named American Energy Champion for 100% pro-energy voting record by American Energy Alliance.

“I am honored to be recognized as an American Energy Champion”

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What They Are Saying About the Colorado River Basin Water Security and Infrastructure Act

Introduced the Colorado River Basin Water Security and Infrastructure Act to expand water supplies and strengthen long-term water security.

“Arizona has known for years that shortages could put the Central Arizona Project at risk. Valuable time to develop alternative supplies has already been lost, and we cannot afford to lose any more. That’s why we worked with Congressman Biggs to make sure Arizona’s priorities helped shape this federal plan.”

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Congressman Biggs Marks President Xi’s Visit by Highlighting Record on China and the CCP

Highlighted record addressing national security concerns involving China and the CCP.

“The United States should always pursue diplomacy from a position that protects our sovereignty, national security, and the interests of the American people”

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Congressman Biggs Supports Critical Legal Case for Free Exercise of Religious Liberty

Joined amicus brief supporting religious liberty protections in Supreme Court case.

“Religious liberty was one of the foundational principles our Founders sought to protect when establishing our constitutional system of government”

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Congressman Biggs's Statement on Continuation of Maricopa County Monitor

Criticized federal court monitor in Maricopa County for excessive costs and prolonged oversight.

“I am profoundly disturbed that a court has allowed this rogue federal monitor to remain in place in Maricopa County. The monitor’s continued existence in our county and propensity for moving the goalposts from his original charge exploits taxpayers and undermines the brave work of law enforcement.”

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Congressman Biggs’s Statement on the Passing of Former U.S. Senator Jon Kyl

Issued statement mourning the passing of former U.S. Senator Jon Kyl.

“Senator Kyl leaves behind an extraordinary legacy of service to Arizona and our nation. His example demonstrated that public service can be carried out with principle, dignity, and a genuine devotion to the people one represents.”

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Congressman Biggs Introduces the Colorado River Basin Water Security and Infrastructure Act

Introduced the Colorado River Basin Water Security and Infrastructure Act to expand water supplies and infrastructure.

“The goal of this legislation is simple: add new water, strengthen the Basin, and protect the farms, communities, and military installations that depend on the Colorado River”

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Congressman Biggs Supports ASU’s Bid to Establish New American Defense Center

Led letter supporting Arizona State University's bid to establish defense manufacturing research center.

“Led by institutions and companies like Arizona State University, our state continues to position itself at the forefront of America’s defense industrial base”

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Congressman Biggs’s Statement on U.S. House Vote to Permanently Set Supreme Court at Nine Justices

Criticized House failure to pass constitutional amendment permanently setting Supreme Court at nine justices.

“The reality is that when Democrats are unable to convince the American people of the validity of their own policies and capture the Presidency and majority in both chambers, they demand to change the rules of the game.”

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Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of the United States to Require That the Supreme Court of the United States Be Composed of Nine Justices

Mr. Speaker, the Supreme Court's job is to tell the American people the truth about the law, even when that truth is unpopular, even when a President doesn't like it, and even when Congress doesn't like it. That only works if the Court is independent. Alexander Hamilton expressed this in Federalist…

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Congressman Biggs’s Statement on U.S. House Passage of Kayleigh’s Law

Cosponsored Kayleigh's Law requiring permanent no-contact orders for convicted violent offenders.

“Victims deserve lasting protections, and offenders who have committed heinous acts should not have the opportunity to reinsert themselves into the lives of those they harmed.”

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Celebrating Constitution Day

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate Constitution Day coming up, commemorating the day our Constitution was signed in Philadelphia. The Constitution was debated, written, and signed at a fragile moment in our Nation's history. Yet, through the wisdom of our Founders and their unwavering…

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Congressman Biggs Urges Senators Kelly and Gallego to Back Bipartisan Bill Combatting Child Exploitation

Urged Arizona senators to advance bipartisan bill combating child sexual exploitation.

“It’s been 227 days since the U.S. House unanimously passed my CSAFE Act to deliver long-overdue legal clarity and serious consequences for criminals who coerce and exploit children”

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Congressman Biggs Calls on Governor Hobbs to Give Arizonans Access to Education Freedom Tax Credit

Called on Governor Hobbs to allow Arizona students access to Education Freedom Tax Credit.

“I was pleased to vote for this tax credit, which expands educational freedom for thousands of parents who want a better education and a brighter future for their children”

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Congressman Biggs’s Statement on National Debt Surpassing $40 Trillion

Criticized national debt surpassing $40 trillion and called for fiscal discipline.

“It was fitting that America reached this grim debt milestone while legislators were absent from our nation’s capital”

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Biggs, Wyden, Davidson, and Jayapal Call for GAO Investigation into Warrantless Federal Surveillance of Americans’ Bank Records

Called for GAO investigation into federal warrantless surveillance of Americans' bank records.

“Despite the sensitivity of this data, Americans’ financial records receive few protections against government surveillance and existing legal authorities have at times been abused or stretched beyond their intended purpose.”

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White House Advances Congressman Biggs’s Effort to Strengthen America’s Mining Engineering Workforce

Announced $180 million federal investment in mining engineering workforce development.

“I applaud the White House for making these historic investments in America’s mining workforce”

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Congressman Biggs Obtains Victory for Arizona Ranchers and Farmers

Secured multi-million-dollar sterile fly dispersal facility in Arizona to combat New World screwworm.

“Thanks to the federal government’s decisive action, New World screwworm cases have fallen significantly over the past year”

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Congressman Biggs’s Response to Final Environmental Impact Statement for the Colorado River Basin

Criticized Colorado River water allocation framework for placing Arizona at disadvantage.

“Over the past two years, I worked with the federal government on a solution that could be less harmful to Arizona than the options presented by the Upper Basin States.”

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Congressman Biggs Votes to Stop Insider Trading by Members of Congress

Voted to pass legislation banning congressional stock trading.

“Every year, public opinion polls of Congress show that the American people have less trust in this institution”

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Congressman Biggs’s Statement on Anthony Fauci’s Appearance Before U.S. Senate Committee

Criticized Anthony Fauci for invoking Fifth Amendment over 100 times in Senate testimony.

“I was one of the first to question the counsel Dr. Anthony Fauci was giving during the COVID-19 response in 2020, and I have been proven right about him many times over”

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Biggs's Bipartisan Amendments Included in National Defense Authorization Act Package

Secured inclusion of two bipartisan amendments in the National Defense Authorization Act.

“I’m grateful for the support of my colleagues on both sides of the aisle for these amendments”

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