Remembering Charlie Kirk and his Legacy.

This past weekend, I had the honor of attending Charlie Kirk’s memorial service with Laura and some of our children. It was a powerful reflection of Charlie’s life: one rooted in faith, family, and love of country. Charlie’s courage to live out his beliefs without hesitation inspired so many, especially our youth, to lead with conviction and character.

His legacy of strong conservative values and devotion to his principles will continue to guide and inspire generations to come. We will never forget him.

The House Passed a Continuing Resolution on Government Funding. 

Last week, I voted yes on the House Floor to pass a seven-week continuing resolution (CR) that keeps the government open and prevents a harmful shutdown. A shutdown would have threatened services for nearly 80,000 veterans, furloughed federal employees, including our Border Patrol agents, air traffic controllers, and park rangers, and disrupted essential programs for seniors and families across Arizona’s Sixth Congressional District.
 
This temporary measure ensures vital services continue while Congress continues to complete our work on full-year funding bills. As a member of the House Appropriations Committee, I remain committed to delivering responsible, common-sense solutions for southeastern Arizonans.

Read my full statement on the CR’s passage below:

Celebrated my Citizenship Anniversary!

Last Thursday, I celebrated my citizenship anniversary with family, friends, and my colleagues in the House. Nineteen years ago, I took an oath of citizenship for the first time, and I officially became a U.S. citizen. September 18th, 2006 marks the start of a journey I will never forget, and it was built on hard work, opportunity, and the promise of the American Dream.
 
Sixteen years after I became a citizen, I took an oath on the U.S Constitution again, but this time as a Member of the United States Congress. I will forever be grateful for the opportunities that have been granted to my family and millions of others in this country.

AZ-06 is Home to the Top High School in the Nation.

I am very proud to represent BASIS Tucson North, a charter high school serving students in grades 5 through 12 in AZ-06, which was recently ranked as the #1 high school in the nation by U.S. News and World Report!
 
Last week, I was honored to meet their team and discuss their success. Congrats to the students, teachers, and families on this outstanding achievement for our community!

Supporting Women’s Health Research.

Last week, I was honored to join a bipartisan, bicameral roundtable on women’s health research with my colleagues, leading experts, and advocates, including Mandy Moore and Lupita Nyong’o.
 
We must prioritize National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding to close the research gap on women’s health, expand treatment options, and ensure better care for women across every stage of life. I was honored to have been a part of this critical discussion.

Met with Pinal County Head Start in DC.

For 60 years, Head Start has opened doors of opportunity for kids and families in our district and across the nation. I am grateful for their work every day, and last week it was a privilege to meet with Jason Clark from Pinal County's Head Start program to discuss how we can keep supporting children and families back home.

Veteran Servant Leader Award.

As a U.S. Representative to nearly 80,000 veterans, I am deeply proud to host the Veteran Servant Leader Award ceremony to honor and recognize all the remarkable veterans in our district who exemplify leadership, dedication, and service, even after their time in office.
 
Their continued contributions to our communities are invaluable and embody what it means to be a Servant Leader. If you, or anyone you know, wants to submit their name for consideration, find the online form here. If you have any questions, or need help filling out the form, please call our Tucson office at (520) 881- 3588.

Constituent Services: Commendations and Greetings.

Do you have a milestone or special occasion you wish to celebrate? Our office would be honored to recognize you, your loved ones, or your friends with a personalized commendation for an anniversary, academic achievement, retirement, birthday, or another meaningful moment.

If you would like to request a Congressional Commendation or a Presidential Greeting for someone living in the Sixth Congressional District, please use the following link on my website or contact my Tucson District Office at 520-881-3588 for further information.

In the News.

Bill could improve health care access for veterans in rural southern Arizona
KOLD
“Rep. Juan Ciscomani said the bill ‘will reduce examiner shortages in rural areas, cut wait times, and accelerate the delivery of benefits to veterans.’”
 
Congressman Juan Ciscomani Meets, Inspires MVHS Students!
Mountain View High School
“Students in Mrs. Silver’s fourth period U.S. Government class at Mountain View High School recently welcomed a special guest: Congressman Juan Ciscomani. Congressman Ciscomani shared his powerful personal story of immigrating to the United States, becoming a citizen, pursuing his education, and ultimately serving as a state representative before being elected to Congress.”
 
Bipartisan bills to aid Arizona veterans pass House
KVOA
“The U.S. House of Representatives passed two bipartisan bills led by Congressman Juan Ciscomani to support Arizona veterans. These measures, aimed at improving resources and benefits for veterans, now move to the Senate for consideration.”
 
Ciscomani Celebrates His Journey from Immigrant To U.S. Representative
AZ Free News
“Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) marked a personal milestone on September 18, 2025, commemorating 19 years since he became a U.S. citizen and reflecting on his remarkable journey from a congressional intern to a member of the United States Congress.In a heartfelt post on X, Ciscomani shared a touching moment of his parents visiting him on Capitol Hill, 18 years apart, highlighting the opportunities afforded by the American Dream.”

Profiles of the American Dream.

This week we salute a beloved fixture of high school sports in Tucson – the legendary Jim Flannery.

Jim passed away last month at age 77, leaving behind a legacy of coaching, teaching and mentoring that spans generations of young athletes at Salpointe Catholic High School.
 
Jim himself attended Salpointe from 1962 to 1966, lettering in basketball and track. After graduating from the University of Arizona in 1973, he taught P.E. and coached the freshman basketball team at Sahuaro High School before moving to his alma mater in 1974.
 
Jim was head coach of Salpointe’s boys basketball team from 1977-93 and head boys golf coach from 1981-2020, making him one of the longest-serving high school head coaches in Tucson history. But as Greg Hansen pointed out in the Arizona Daily Star, Jim’s career was about much more than longevity.
 
His outstanding record in both sports included a slew of Regional Championships and his selection as Coach of the Year on five separate occasions. He was inducted into the Salpointe Hall of Fame in 1996 and the Pima County Sports Hall of Fame in 2014.
 
“Jim’s love for his family was matched only by his devotion to Salpointe,” his son Sean and daughter-in-law Jodie wrote after his passing. “With a genuine concern for people and a gift for guiding with both discipline and compassion, Jim left an imprint that will carry forward for generations.”
 
Rest in peace, Jim.

Share Your Story.

Our district encompasses so many incredible people and stories that I want to share both with my colleagues in Washington and through the platforms I have as your Member of Congress, such as speaking on the House floor. You can visit my website and share your story with me and my team. I look forward to hearing from you!

As always, my office and I are here to assist you. If you would like to share a comment or tell us your story, please don't hesitate to reach out. We look forward to serving you!

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