The Week in Review 

Happy Friday!

I hope you had a wonderful week. I am grateful to serve you all in the 119th Congress. Read below to see what I’ve been working on this week. But first, I want to test your knowledge from last Friday's newsletter. It's time for a quiz! 

Which Trump Administration official did I meet with in Arizona last week?
Dr. Mehmet Oz Director Sara Carter Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Secretary Markwayne Mullin
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The answer will be featured in next week's newsletter. Continue reading to see last week's poll results! 

Kayleigh’s Law Passed out of Judiciary Committee. Now it heads to the House Floor. 

I am pleased to share that Kayleigh’s Law is on its way to the U.S. House Floor after passing out of the Judiciary Committee with my support. Named after Kayleigh Kozak, an Arizona native and survivor-advocate, the bill ensures that our criminal justice system works for victims– not against them, mandating that violent offenders cannot reinsert themselves into the lives of those they harmed.

Previously, Kayleigh worked to pass the first Kayleigh’s Law in Arizona. I will continue to partner with her and my colleague Rep. Abe Hamadeh, who is the lead sponsor of the bill, to ensure this worthy cause reaches President Trump’s desk. Victims of violent crime must always be supported and protected.

Keep the Nine. No Packing the Supreme Court. 

The Supreme Court must remain independent from the legislative branch. That’s what the Founders intended, and it’s what preserves the checks and balances that protect American freedoms.

My bill, H.J. Res. 1, Keep the Nine, proposes a constitutional amendment requiring the Supreme Court to remain at nine justices. This isn’t a new or partisan idea. Even the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg warned that court packing would damage the Court’s credibility and make it appear political. Keeping the Court stable, trusted, and independent is essential to safeguarding liberty for the next generation.

Fighting for FISA Reform 

In my April 17th newsletter, I asked a simple survey question: should the government be able to access our digital records without a warrant or probable cause? 

Nearly everyone voted no. 

That’s one of the reasons why I participated in a special order on the House Floor to push for reform in Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), which is currently being weaponized to spy on everyday Americans like you and me. Americans can have both liberty and safety, and it’s the government’s job to protect both - not to present citizens with a false binary choice. I’m working with a bipartisan coalition of Members to pass my bill, the Protecting Liberty and Ending Warrantless Surveillance Act, to restore American intelligence to its constitutional place. 

Big Win for Arizona Farmers and Ranchers: No More Cattle Grazing Rules. 

For too long, America’s farmers and ranchers have been held back by rigid federal grazing rules that limit production and hurt states like Arizona. These rules have slowed growth and made it harder to rebuild America’s cattle herds. A strong and stable supply of affordable U.S. beef depends on giving producers the flexibility they need to grow.

Late last year, I sent a letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior requesting needed changes. I am pleased to share that the agency has now released a proposed grazing rule that gives ranchers more flexibility while continuing responsible land management. This is an important step toward supporting our food supply, strengthening rural communities, and protecting the land we all depend on.

You can read the letter here.

Letters and Legislation 

Letters Co-Sponsored:

• H.R. 9131- Protecting Kids from Creeps Act (Rep. Perry)
• H.R. 9132- Preventing International Surrogacy Exploitation Act (Rep. Perry)
• H.J.Res. 192- Disapproving of Full Accountability in Arrest Reporting Temporary Amendment Act (Rep. Gosar)
• H.J.Res. 193- Disapproving of Body-Worn Camera Transparency for Use of Force Act Temporary Amendment Act (Rep. Gosar)

District Event 

Team Biggs was pleased to attend Dignity Health Mercy Gilbert Medical Center's 20-year celebration. Thank you for the decades of care you have provided the East Valley! 

Last Week's Poll Results 

Thank you to everyone who voted in last week’s poll! Your insight into the issues that matter to our communities is invaluable for me as I make decisions on how to vote in the U.S. House of Representatives. Here are the results: 

Do you think the Trump Administration is taking necessary steps to reverse the drug crisis in our country?

• 65%- yes
• 19%- no
• 15%- unsure

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Constituent Services

Flags
Would you like to purchase a flag that has been flown over the U.S. Capitol? Flags flown over the Capitol include a certificate, which may be personalized for a particular person, event, or organization. Click here to learn more about purchasing a flag.

Internships
If you or someone you know is interested in completing an internship in either my Mesa or Washington, D.C. office, they can apply directly on my website. 

Help With a Federal Agency 
If you can't get an answer from a federal agency in a timely fashion, or if you feel you have been treated unfairly, my office may be able to help resolve a problem or get you needed information. For example, my office routinely helps constituents with issues involving the Veterans Administration, IRS, Social Security Administration, State Department, and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. You can learn more by visiting my website. Click here to find out more information about my office’s services.

Tours and Tickets

Interested in touring the White House or U.S. Capitol? Constituents of the Fifth Congressional District may request tickets and tours for various Washington D.C. destinations from my office. 

All tickets are provided to constituents on a first-come, first-served basis, so request tickets early.

Click here for more information.