The Government Shutdown has Ended.

After 43 days, the longest federal government shutdown in our nation’s history finally came to an end last night.

On November 10th, eight Senate Democrats finally voted to support the funding legislation needed to reopen the government and provide relief to millions of Americans affected by this shutdown. However, this shutdown was completely avoidable. As you know, more than a month ago, I joined a bipartisan majority in the U.S. House of Representatives and voted YES to pass legislation that would have temporarily prevented a government shutdown and allowed additional time for Congress to finish the budget process.

Last night, I once again did my job and voted YES on the final measure to end this shutdown nightmare for countless Arizonans across our district and millions more nationwide. The President has received the bill and has signed it to officially end the shutdown.

Over these past 43 days, families across the country and in our state have paid the price. This shutdown delayed paychecks for our federal workers and air traffic controllers, disrupted essential programs like SNAP and WIC for many in our district, and further eroded the public’s confidence in both our economy and our institutions. Last week was particularly bad with many flights being canceled, nearly half of our nation’s major air-traffic control facilities facing staffing shortfalls, and our servicemembers were on the verge of missing a full paycheck. Heading into the upcoming holidays, this impact on families across our country and Arizona would have been severe if the Senate had continued to stall in passing the government funding bill.

I have always believed that shutting down the government is never the right way to govern or settle policy disagreements, and I’ve voted against every single shutdown under both President Biden and now President Trump. This unnecessary shutdown was deeply disappointing and should never have happened.

Now that the government is open again, Congress must quickly return to working across the aisle to finalize year-long spending bills and move forward on the important issues facing our nation. I look forward to continuing the work I was elected to do: delivering real results for our district, protecting hardworking families, and restoring confidence in our government.

To see my full statement on the end to the government shutdown see my statement below:

Joined House Leadership for a Press Conference.

Last week, I also joined House Speaker Mike Johnson and other members of our House Republican Leadership in Washington for a press conference on the ongoing government shutdown and on the day this shutdown broke the record for the longest in U.S. history.

The end to this shutdown was long overdue. It never should have happened.

Led Arizona Delegation Letter of Support to CMS for our Rural Communities.

Last week, I led a bipartisan effort to ensure Arizona receives the federal funding it needs to support the healthcare challenges facing rural communities.

We sent a letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) that strongly endorsed Arizona’s participation in the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP), which empowers states to strengthen healthcare access, quality, and outcomes in rural areas.

We sent this letter to CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz because we want to send a clear message about the importance of rural healthcare in Arizona.

Our rural hospitals and clinics are lifelines for families. Access to the Rural Health Transformation Program is critical to addressing the unique challenges they face and ensuring our healthcare infrastructure keeps pace with the needs of families, workers, and seniors across our state. We cannot afford to leave any Arizona community behind.

You may see the image below for our full letter to Dr. Oz or click HERE to read:

Furthermore, to continue to emphasize my attention to this matter as a priority for me and my office, I worked with my Arizona colleagues to send a second letter to CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz reemphasizing our support for Arizona’s unique healthcare needs as well as inviting him to visit the state and see firsthand the impact that the $50 billion fund could have in our state and in our district. 

Constituent Casework during the Shutdown.

During the federal government shutdown which began on October 1, my team and I have continued working and delivering for Arizonans. During the month of October, we returned over $153,000 to constituents in AZ06.

Throughout October, we opened 70 cases, which includes federal casework involving:  
the Department of Veterans Affairs, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Department of Homeland Security, and more agencies.

Additionally, we received 41 applications for a military academy nomination which were due at the end of October.

I’m incredibly proud of the work we’ve completed to return money and continue to provide clarity and answers to constituents across our congressional district during the shutdown. 

Throughout the shutdown, my office has remained open, and it will always be here to help anyone who needs assistance with the federal government and my team stands ready to serve you.

Attending the Rockin’ 4 Heroes event in Oro Valley.

I was honored to attend the Rockin’ 4 Heroes event in Oro Valley to celebrate our First Responders, Active Military, Veterans and Gold Star Families.

This event is incredibly unique and special as it honors all 4 hero groups in one place, and it brings our community together in a meaningful and exciting public display of gratitude and respect.

Thank you for hosting this wonderful event!

In the News. 

Ciscomani Leads Arizona Effort Advocating for Fair Allocation of Rural Health Transformation Program Funds 
Gila Valley Central
"Congressman Juan Ciscomani is leading a bipartisan effort to ensure Arizona receives the federal funds it needs to support the healthcare challenges facing rural communities. In a letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Ciscomani and four congressional colleagues from Arizona strongly endorsed the state’s participation in the Rural Health Transformation Program, a measure empowering states to strengthen healthcare access, quality and outcomes in rural hospitals." 
 
Government shutdown leads to suspension of SNAP food assistance benefits 
Parker Pioneer
"The federal government shutdown, which started Oct. 1 and is now in its second month, began to hit home Nov. 1 for many Americans who are barely getting by: benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, have been suspended due to the shutdown. In Arizona, the Department of Economic Security reported 855,000 Arizonans received SNAP assistance in September 2025. That came to 1 in 10 adults and 1 in 4 children. According to U.S. Rep. Juan Ciscomani, R-Arizona, 300,000 children are receiving SNAP benefits." 
 
EAC to host Veterans Day Commemoration honoring all who served 
Gila Valley Central
"Eastern Arizona College will honor veterans and active-duty service members during its annual Veterans Day Commemoration on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at 11 a.m., on the middle campus between the clock tower and flagpole. The event, sponsored by the Associated Students of Eastern Arizona College (ASEAC), will feature keynote speaker Congressman Juan Ciscomani. The ceremony will also include performances by the EAC Marching Band and EAC Choirs, adding a patriotic musical tribute to the morning’s program."

Profiles of the American Dream

Stu Carter never stopped serving.

He served his country. He served his community. He served fellow veterans; fellow cyclists and he combined his passion for all these things into a life of purpose and accomplishment.

Stu sadly passed away last week. He was 73 years old and died on a morning ride with his buddies at VeloVets Sierra Vista, the non-profit organization he founded in 2017 after years of involvement with the Cochise County cycling scene and veterans’ organizations.

Stu was completely committed to the VeloVets mission, which is to get disabled veterans “off their couches” to exercise their bodies and stimulate their minds through cycling while connecting with other veterans.

“That’s what gives them the sense of freedom and new discovered goals and attainment,” Stu once told the Sierra Vista Herald. “You can always try to do something different and better and not accept that you’re now limited in a way that you hadn’t been before.”

Stu enlisted in the Air Force as an airman at 17 and retired three decades later as a lieutenant colonel. He worked his way through the ranks, attending night school at the University of California and officers training school before serving during the Vietnam era and in Saudi Arabia for Desert Shield and Desert Storm. When he took his uniform, Stu worked another 15 years as a civilian for NETCOM, the military’s Network Enterprise Technology Command.

In the Herald’s story of Stu’s passing, they noted that under his leadership “the group became a lifeline for many local veterans coping with physical injuries and PTSD.” They also quoted a friend who called him” a human dynamo of humanitarianism.”

Thank you, Stu. Thank you for your service. You’re an inspirational example of the American Dream.

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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