President Trump Delivered Strong State of the Union Address.

I believe our Union is strong — and it grows stronger when we work together to deliver real results for the American people. I had the opportunity to attend this year’s State of the Union on February 24th, where the President outlined progress made over the past year and the work still ahead.

From continued job growth and lower energy costs to improvements at our southern border, there are encouraging signs — driven by the hard work of families, farmers, small business owners, and law enforcement across our district and nation.

I was especially honored to be joined by my friend Ben Menges, a fifth-generation farmer from Safford. Ben represents the very best of southeastern Arizona — resilience, dedication, and a deep commitment to family and community. His story is a reminder that the strength of our Union comes from the people who work every day to build a better future.

State of the Union Week in D.C.

The hours leading up to Trump’s State of the Union were filled with several meetings with different local and national groups.

Among these was an AIPAC meeting, in which I received an important update on the threats facing the United States and Israel as a result of Iran and its funding of international terror organizations. Supporting the Iranian people while putting pressure on the government is crucial to help regain stability in the region.

I also had the pleasure of meeting with the University of Arizona student government, Pima County supervisors, Santa Cruz County supervisors, Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Cooperative, leadership from the Udall Foundation, among others. Sitting down with local leadership is always productive, and I was honored to welcome them all to our D.C. office.

Prior to President Trump’s address to the nation, Ben Menges and I joined a roundtable on the State of the Union, held by the Republican Study Committee. We spoke on the overall strength and security of our nation.

The members of the Republican Study Committee remain committed to bringing forth legislation that strengthens our national security, promotes free trade, and upholds the rights of each American citizen.

NOW OPEN: FY2027 Appropriations Requests.

As a total of $34.1 million has been secured for Fiscal Year 2026 community projects in our district, my office is proud to announce that appropriations requests for Fiscal Year 2027 are now open. If you are a leader of a local agency or organization that could benefit from federal funding next year, please use this link on our website to fill out a request on our website.

If your organization is looking to fund a specific program or activity in AZ-06, please fill out the Appropriations Programmatic and Language Request Form. If your organization is looking to fund a community project in AZ-06, please fill out the Community Project Funding Request Form. Due to updated guidance from the House Appropriations Committee, we have updated our deadline for ALL requests (CPF and Programmatic/Language) to be due Friday, March 6th, by 5 PM EST. I look forward to securing even more funds this year to support our local communities!

Although FY2027 applications are now open, my team and I continue to celebrate the wins secured for our district in FY2026. This past week, a lot of local media continued talking about AZ-06 community project funding for FY2026. I am proud to have secured this funding and am grateful for the continued coverage on this huge win for our district.

I look forward to the funds being dispersed so these 15 community projects throughout AZ-06 can be completed. As funds for FY 2026 have been secured, I look toward what we can secure for this upcoming fiscal year.

See coverage of FY2026 CPFs on the front page of the Casa Grande Dispatch below.

Important Information for Tax Season.

As we are in the midst of tax season, our office wants to give you update you on valuable information that can help in your filing!

Thanks to the Working Families Tax Cuts, 91% of Americans are finding it easier than ever to file their taxes.

This legislation streamlines tax filing, with the largest tax refunds in history being project for this season and 210 million hours saved in total on tax preparation. These tax cuts will result in a reduction of $13 billion in compliance costs, and an increase of over $10,000 in annual take-home pay for working families.

Under the Working Families Tax Cuts, standard deduction levels have been permanently extended. These new levels are $15,750 for single or married filing separately filers, $31,500 for married couples filing jointly, and $23,625 for head of household filers.

Finally, it is now easier for small businesses and workers to file taxes. The Working Families Tax Cuts remove unnecessary IRS paperwork and simplify reporting requirements, including increasing the income reporting threshold to $2,000 before small businesses must send certain tax forms.

Additionally, we’ve heard from many of you, our constituents, regarding issues obtaining your 1099-R form from the Office of Personnel Management. Annuitants who have an email on file with OPM may have received their 1099-Rs electronically.

To access your 1099-R Form online, please visit: https://www.servicesonline.opm.gov/. A new access tool can help you get your current year 1099-R tax form, no login required.

You may also contact OPM Retirement Services online or call 1-888-767-6738 (TTY: 711).

As always, please contact my office for assistance with a federal agency.

In the News.

Arizona rancher Ben Menges joins Ciscomani for State of the Union 
KVOA 
“U.S. Representative Juan Ciscomani has announced that Ben Menges, a fifth-generation Arizona rancher, will be his guest at the 2026 State of the Union in Washington, D.C. 
“Ben and his family are deeply rooted in southeastern Arizona,’ Ciscomani said. ‘Their responsible approach to ranching is a testament to how one of our state’s oldest and time-honored professions can not only survive but thrive in our high technology 21st century economy. I’m honored Ben will be joining me in Washington next week as my guest at the State of the Union.’ Menges, who runs Menges Ranch in Safford, Arizona, and serves as the president of the Graham County Farm Bureau, expressed his gratitude for the invitation. ‘I’m proud to attend the State of the Union as a representative of agriculture for our district and our state, and I’m beyond proud to stand with Juan Ciscomani as he fights for an industry the world can’t live without,’ Menges said.”

Ciscomani presents funding to CG school districts, Eloy, Oracle FD 
Casa Grande Dispatch 
“U.S. Rep. Juan Ciscomani, R-Tucson, formally presented federal funding awards to the Casa Grande Union High School District, the Casa Grande Elementary School District, the city of Eloy and the Oracle Fire Department at Vista Grande High School on Feb. 20. The event, which was emceed by student and Vista Grande football player Brayden Mendoza, had several local dignitaries in attendance: Pinal County Supervisor Jeff McClure, Casa Grande Mayor Pro Tem Brent BeDillon, Eloy Mayor Andrew Sutton, CGUHSD Superintendent Jeff Lavender, CGESD Superintendent Adam Leckie and Oracle Fire District Chief Robert Jennings. Ciscomani told the gathering that the CGUHSD will receive $1.8 million to provide affordable workforce housing for newly hired teachers who hail from out of state or are international arrivals.”

Ciscomani seeking Appropriations requests 
Gila Valley Central 
“One week after meeting with Graham County constituents about funding he was able to secure for projects in Graham and Greenlee counties, U.S. Rep. Juan Ciscomani, R-Ariz., is soliciting requests for the next round of Appropriations. In his weekly newsletter, Ciscomani inserted a link for the Community Project Funding Request form. ‘As a total of $34.1 million has been secured for Fiscal Year 2026 community projects in our district, my office is proud to announce that appropriations requests for Fiscal Year 2027 are now open,’ Ciscomani wrote in his newsletter. The form asks for the name and purpose of the project, amount requested, how the project will benefit Arizona’s Sixth Congressional District, and under which subcommittee the project best fits. Deadline to submit a request is March 13. For Fiscal Year 2026, Ciscomani was able to secure in Appropriations $1 million for a road to the new Pima High School, $1.9 million to repair and resurface Main and High streets in Duncan, and $1.2 million for new waterlines at Graham County Fairgrounds.”

AZ-06: Get Involved.

Our office is proud to provide a list of services to our district’s students as a way to help them get involved. These include an annual Congressional Art Competition and Congressional App Challenge, Valentines for Veterans, Military Academy Nominations, and internship opportunities in our Tucson district office.

See below for additional information and deadlines. You can also read more about some of these services on my website HERE.

Each spring, a nation-wide high school arts competition is sponsored by the Members of the U.S. House of Representatives. The Congressional Art Competition is an opportunity to recognize and encourage the artistic talent in the nation, as well as in our Congressional District.

The Congressional Art Competition is open to all high school students in Arizona’s Sixth District. The winning artwork of our district's competition will be displayed for one year in the U.S. Capitol. The exhibit in Washington will include the winning artwork from all participating districts from around the country. The winning artwork is also featured on House.gov's Congressional Art Competition page.

As this July 4th marks the semi quincentennial anniversary of the birth of our nation, students are encouraged but not required to use the 250th theme in their submissions.

The deadline for submissions for the 2026 Congressional Art Competition is Thursday, April 16, 2026.

For more details, click HERE.

Since day one of being in office, I have been a champion of veterans. In the 119th Congress alone, I have introduced and led four veterans-focused bills that have passed the House. AZ-06 is home to nearly 80,000 veterans and supporting each and every one is a high priority for me.

As part of my effort to give back to our veterans here in southeastern Arizona, I have hosted three Veteran Servant Leader Award events. These events honor veterans who have continued to serve their communities after their time spent serving our nation. My office and I have been able to award dozens of veterans through these three events, and we are looking forward to our fourth which will be held this April.

If you know an AZ-06 veteran who is dedicated to giving back to their community and embodies the values of duty, service, and commitment that are at the core of our military, we invite you to nominate them for our fourth Veteran Servant Leader Awards! Nominations will be accepted through Friday, April 17.

You can nominate a veteran HERE.

MARCH | Women’s History Month: Honoring Sandra Day O’Connor.

March is Women’s History Month, and this week I want to recognize one of Arizona’s most remarkable trailblazers, Sandra Day O’Connor. Raised on the Lazy B Ranch outside of Duncan, in what is now Arizona’s Sixth Congressional District, she carried the values of our state with her throughout her life of service.

As the first woman to serve on the United States Supreme Court, Justice O’Connor broke barriers and helped shape modern American jurisprudence. Her legacy is defined by independence, thoughtfulness, and a deep respect for the Constitution.

Above all, she was committed to the rule of law and to the country she loved. By opening the door for women on the nation’s highest court, she expanded opportunities for generations to come.

Arizona is proud to call her one of our own, and I am grateful for her life and lasting legacy.

Profiles of the American Dream.

Wife. Mother. Grandmother. Great-grandmother. Geraldine “Geri” Meyer is all those things – and more.

The longtime Tucson resident also is a nurse and U.S. Army veteran who served in a Mobil Army Surgical Hospital during World War II. She was married for 61 years to her late husband Roy, a fellow WW II veteran who enlisted in the Army Air Force at 17 and served as a gunner on a B24 Liberator with the 449th Bombardment Group. After the war, Geri cared for veterans as a VA nurse anesthetist.

A member of the Greatest Generation might be the best way to describe this inspiring lady who just celebrated her 104th birthday.

Happy Birthday, Geri! The American Dream is alive and well thanks to patriots like you.

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!