Senator Gallego introduced a resolution to condemn the U.S.’s vote against UN resolution on Russia  WASHINGTON – Today, Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) gave his first speech on the Senate floor on his resolution condemning the United States’ rejection of a United Nations resolution denouncing Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine.  “Let’s be clear on this: this is a war that Russia started. Ukraine did not ask for it. They did not ask to go to war with a nuclear superpower, and they did not ask for their cities to be reduced to rubble. They didn’t ask for their children to be displaced and families to

Gallego Also Questioned Witnesses on Potential Regulatory Frameworks WASHINGTON – Today, Ranking Member Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) co-led the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee’s first Digital Assets Subcommittee hearing on “Exploring Bipartisan Legislative Frameworks for Digital Assets.” Senator Gallego started the meeting by emphasizing his priorities of fostering American innovation in digital assets while ensuring consumer protection and clear rules of the road. Watch Senator Gallego’s opening remarks HERE. Watch Senator Gallego’s witness questioning HERE. Fostering Innovation  Senator Gallego made it clear that he believes the U.S. must remains a leader in the digital assets sector.   “Digital assets are a fast-evolving sector, and the United States must lead

WASHINGTON – Arizona Senators Ruben Gallego and Mark Kelly announced today that Northern Arizona University (NAU) will receive a $589,002 grant through the EPA’s American Indian Air Quality Training Program (AIAQTP). This funding will help tribal communities monitor and protect air quality on their sovereign lands. “Air pollution puts people at higher risks for cancer, heart disease, and premature death. This funding will empower Tribes to monitor air quality and train the next generation of environmental leaders,” said Senator Gallego.   “Tribes across Arizona are working to protect air quality and keep their communities healthy,” said Senator Kelly. “This gives them the tools to track air quality and