Gallego toured Boeing’s Apache production line in Mesa, Arizona last week WASHINGTON – Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) and bipartisan colleagues introduced a resolution recognizing the achievements and contributions of the AH-64 Apache attack helicopter – which is built in Mesa, Arizona – to the national defense of the United States and its allies. The resolution also honors the dedication, service, and sacrifice of the U.S. Army aviators, maintainers, and support personnel who operate and sustain the Apache.   “For five decades, military crews have relied on the AH-64 Apache helicopter to complete missions in some of the toughest combat areas in the world,” said Senator Gallego. “I’m

The ambitious framework focuses on affordability, reliability, innovation, and creating good-paying jobs WASHINGTON – Today, Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ), Ranking Member of the Energy and Natural Resources Committee’s Energy Subcommittee, is unveiling his vision for America’s energy future. At a time when energy costs are rising at twice the rate of inflation, Senator Gallego’s plan, “Fostering American Energy Innovation and Affordability,” takes an all-of-the-above approach with an eye to ensuring future investments are focused on the most affordable, reliable, and efficient forms of energy.   Read the full plan HERE. “Growing up poor, I know what it’s like to play ‘utility roulette’ – which bill will have to get skipped

WASHINGTON – Today, the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources’ Public Lands, Forests, and Mining Subcommittee held a hearing on Senator Ruben Gallego’s (D-AZ) Cross-Boundary Wildfire Solutions Act. The bill provides recommendations for improving the effectiveness and efficiency of wildfire mitigation across land ownership boundaries by identifying gaps and opportunities in current federal rules and regulations and supporting increased collaboration.   Watch Senator Gallego’s opening statement at the hearing HERE, and read excerpts below: “This could not come at a more urgent time. This year, Arizona alone saw more than 200,000 acres burn across the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park and the Kaibab National Forest.