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Ann Kirkpatrick

Rep. Ann Kirkpatrick was born and raised in rural Arizona, moved to Tucson to attend the University of Arizona, and has performed a lifetime of service for Arizona families. She worked as a prosecutor, starting her career in the Pima County Attorney’s office, before going on to serve in Congress. She represents a diverse district that stretches from the suburbs of Tucson to the more rural border towns in Cochise County.

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  May-2023- Last update

Defense

My top priority is to serve and deliver for all constituents, 60,000 of whom are employed by our Southern Arizona defense industry. Our congressional district includes two major military installations: Fort Huachuca and Davis Monthan. Together, they contribute $5.46 billion to our economy. 

I returned to Congress with a goal to be appointed on the powerful Appropriations Committee with a seat on the Defense Subcommittee. My position on the defense subcommittee means that I am well-placed to ensure Fort Huachuca and Davis Monthan Air Force Base are supported and well-funded. My office has been proactive in advocating for our Arizona installations. We have a strong working relationship with our Arizona Senators and House delegation to ensure that these critical military facilities continue their training and other national security missions. They must receive the resources they need to protect our country. One of the most critical funding needs, for which I am an advocate, is to protect the A-10 Warthog’s global mission. This aircraft, stationed at Davis Monthan AFB, is essential to our troops in battle.

I am committed to protecting our military installations and their critical role in our national security.

  May-2023- Last update

Education

As a mother and former teacher, I understand the importance of hiring and retaining qualified teachers for our Arizona public schools. For our children to succeed, we must invest in a world-class public education.

We compete in a global economy that is increasingly driven by technological and scientific innovation; ensuring high-quality science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) teaching and vocational training is vital for the well-being of Arizona and the nation.

I believe it is time for Congress to act and enforce more affordable higher education options for young people. Throughout my career, I have fought to restore funding for Arizona’s higher education system and to protect the Pell Grants that turn the dream of college into a reality for thousands of Arizonans. 

We must change the vicious cycle of young people graduating from college and entering a lifetime of debt. Educated and working Americans with high monthly student loan payments must often make terrible financial sacrifices, and that can start with their inability to purchase a home or save for retirement. Congress must work on passing legislation that incentivizes student loan contributions for employers by making it tax-free. In addition, Congress can and should support free tuition at local community colleges in return for a student’s public work or service. 

The future strength of our country relies on the success of our young people; I believe it is Congress’ responsibility to lift the heavy financial burdens weighing down students and future leaders.

  May-2023- Last update

Environment & Energy

Arizona has a unique opportunity to be a leader in the growing clean energy economy with our virtually unlimited solar potential. Our combination of a dry climate and seemingly endless sunny days give us an opportunity to produce more solar power, which has become increasingly affordable here and nationwide. As a member of the House Appropriations’ Energy and Water subcommittee, I will continue to work on promoting the expansion of clean and affordable renewable energy sources.

Expanding clean energy initiatives is vital in the fight against climate change. That’s why I cosponsored the Climate Change Now Act, which will cut greenhouse gas emissions by nearly 25% by 2025. Affordable clean energy should be available every American. To succeed long-term, our renewable energy alternatives must be clean and financially feasible—a combination that Arizona can make possible through increased commitment to solar energy potential.

1 - Climate Crisis   May-2023- Last update

After meeting with community leaders and environmental groups, and seeing the Trump administration’s disregard for necessary climate policy, I decided to cosponsor legislation that calls for a climate emergency declaration. The resolution highlights the need for our economy to accommodate new green jobs and infrastructure, as well as prioritize public health and safety.  Now, with President Biden in the White House, I know our focus will change and together, we will put more emphasis on sound and bold environmental policies.

As Southern Arizonans know, climate change is no longer a looming threat for debate — it’s here. Arizona will suffer more than most of the country and we are already experiencing the dramatic rises in heat and humidity, more wildfires, and less water. This should not be a partisan debate; this is a serious issue that affects everyone and I am dedicated to combating our climate crisis with bold policies that demand immediate action.

  May-2023- Last update

Health Care

Access to high-quality, affordable health care is a right that belongs to every Arizonan. This belief as driven me to work towards increasing access to health care, reducing health care costs, and protecting those with pre-existing conditions. 

The proudest vote I ever cast in the House of Representatives was for the Affordable Care Act (ACA). I cast the vote knowing it would be controversial and would likely cost me my seat, as it eventually did in 2010, but I knew it offered an improvement to a health care system that left millions of Americans uninsured and uncared for. The ACA led to a large drop in the level of uninsured individuals in Arizona and the United States and ended the abusive system of insurance companies refusing health care coverage to individuals who had a pre-existing condition. But while the ACA was undoubtedly a success in expanding access to affordable health care, there is more that must be done.

The House majority has made lowering health care costs a top legislative priority. We passed ​H.R. 987, Strengthening Health Care and Lowering Prescription Drug Costs Act​ and ​H.R. 1184, ​The Protecting Pre-Existing Conditions & Making Health Care More Affordable Act. These legislative victories in the House were designed to protect and improve upon the ACA by expanding access to generic prescription drug options, strengthening protections for people with pre-existing conditions, and lowering health insurance premiums with expanded affordability assistance.

After traveling throughout Southern Arizona, it’s clear to me that the top concern of families is rising health care costs; they want proactive solutions to fixing our health care system. I am committed to supporting proposals that would protect coverage for people with pre-existing conditions, lower prescription drug prices, stop surprise medical bills, and make health care overall more affordable and, hopefully soon, universal.

I have entered the health care debate by supporting bold proposals like H.R. 1384, the Medicare for All Act, H.R. 3748, the Buy-In and Health Care and Stabilization Act, and H.R. 1277, The State Public Option Act. While these bills have different approaches, they all offer substantive solutions to fixing sky high costs and are steps forward to achieving universal coverage. 

My overarching goal is to ensure that every American has access to affordable, quality health care and lower prescription drug prices.

  May-2023- Last update

Immigration

 

As a representative of a border district, I know first-hand the real conditions on the border and the problems we face due to our broken immigration system. There must be federal action in two parts: building a pathway towards citizenship that is humane and securing our border against drug smugglers and other serious criminals with modern technology.

The borderlands are in our backyard and I have worked hard to understand the complexity of our current border and immigration situation. I have met with immigration advocacy groups, heard stories from asylum-seekers and I have partnered with local non-profit agencies housing migrants in Tucson.

We must increase the number of immigration judges, so we can more efficiently process asylum seekers and immigration claims. The strategy to stopping illegal immigration is not detention centers, it requires the federal government to come together and build an application process that is thorough and efficient.

What we have learned is that congressional oversight over federal agencies is more important than ever. I have met with border patrol officials and visited detention and holding facilities in Arizona. We must stop the separation of families at the border, provide humane conditions, and reverse this administration’s policies that are inconsistent with American values.

I stood opposed to former President Trump’s decision to divert funds from our military installations and FEMA to build his wall. Every dollar spent on ineffective border security is one fewer spent on strategies that will work. I applaud President Biden’s executive action to halt construction, and look forward to instituting bold environmental policies to bring healing to our desert. We can improve the security of our borders by building the technology infrastructure along our border and at our ports of entry to stop the flow of drugs coming into our country.

  May-2023- Last update

Jobs, Economy and Infrastructure

 

Today, American families face difficult financial conditions—stagnant wages, worsening income inequality, unaffordable health care and barriers to higher education, just to name a few. I am working with my colleagues in Congress to offer families “A Better Deal” — one that raises wages, lowers expenses, and gives everyone a fair opportunity to succeed.

Robust investments in America’s infrastructure help create good paying jobs that support a strong economy. Rebuilding our nation’s infrastructure is one of my top priorities and includes investments in utilities, transportation and environment. 

As a member of the powerful House Appropriations Committee, I am responsible for overseeing how the federal budget is allocated. Being the only Arizona representative on this committee since Congressman Ed Pastor, I understand the responsibility to fight for Southern Arizona and deliver federal resources​ for our entire state.

My office submitted countless funding and language requests aimed at protecting projects essential to our district and state, including projects related to Arizona’s water resources, agriculture, defense industries and infrastructure.

For example, one of my top legislative priorities is to secure full funding for a modernized Port of Entry in Douglas. This infrastructure project would have a dramatic impact on the congestion of semi-trucks transporting goods to and from Mexico. It is estimated that the economic activity moving through our port reaches $4 billion annually. The new port project would increase that amount, resulting in economic gains regionally and throughout the state. 

1 - Small Businesses   May-2023- Last update

Our economic success is significantly driven by our small businesses. I have a record of supporting legislation that offers tax credits for small businesses who hire new employees and provide health care. I believe we must stop giving tax breaks to large corporations that move our American jobs overseas. 

To address wage stagnation, ​I cosponsored and voted for the Raise the Wage Act​, which would gradually increase the federal minimum wage to $15 an hour by 2025. If signed into law, the value of work in our economy would be restored—lifting struggling workers and their families out of poverty and helping over 105,000 people living in Southern Arizona.

2 - Equal Pay for Equal Work   May-2023- Last update

The House Majority passed the Paycheck Fairness Act in the 116th Congress​ to close the gender wage gap and ensure that employers all over the country understand the importance of, “equal pay for equal work.” Paying women fairly is not only the right thing to do but would also significantly improve our economy. I look forward to passing this legislation again in the 117th Congress.

  May-2023- Last update

Veterans

For years, I’ve kept on my desk a quote given to me by a veteran: “Because they have already paid the price, fight for veterans with all your might.” Our commitment to our veterans must always be fulfilled. These are Americans who risked their lives in service to our nation and they deserve nothing less than the care and benefits we promised them. Our district has one of the highest percentages of veterans nationwide, with 77,516 veterans — over 10% of our district’s population.

During my previous terms in Congress, I was a member of the House Committee on Veterans Affairs and will I continue to dedicate my time and effort to helping veterans and their families. I have cosponsored several pieces of legislation intended to grant veterans more benefits and improved care, including H.R. 80, the Phoenix VA Congressional Oversight Act, H.R. 95, the Homeless Veteran Families Act, and H.R. 3356, the Expedited TSA Screening Safe Travel Act. I’ve also prioritized direct input from the veterans living in our district, by establishing an advisory council focused specifically on veterans’ issues. I value every one of the Council Members’ comments and suggestions and will continue to use their input to inform my work on behalf of veterans.

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