Arizona senior Senator Kyrsten Sinema cosponsored the bipartisan Indian Health Service Sanitation Facilities Construction Enhancement Act—legislation increasing funding for the Indian Health Service Sanitation Facilities Construction Program to construct and improve multiple critical water and sanitation projects across Tribal communities in Arizona. “The coronavirus pandemic showed the continued need for safe running water and adequate sanitation infrastructure in Tribal communities. Our … [Read more...] about Sinema-Backed Bill Supports Safer Water Systems for Tribal Communities in Arizona
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Sinema Boosting Rural Arizona Jobs, Electric and Broadband Services
Arizona senior Senator Kyrsten Sinema reintroduced a bipartisan, bicameral bill with Republican Senator John Hoeven (N.D.) that boosts jobs and expands electricity and broadband access across rural Arizona by allowing rural Arizona electric and telecommunications co-ops to adjust Rural Utilities Service loans. “Allowing rural utility providers to refinance Rural Utilities Service loans helps create jobs and ensures rural Arizona communities can continue accessing electric … [Read more...] about Sinema Boosting Rural Arizona Jobs, Electric and Broadband Services
Sinema Urges Agriculture Department to Support Native American and Veteran Farmers and Ranchers in Arizona
Arizona senior Senator Kyrsten Sinema urged the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to support Native American and veteran farmers and ranchers in Arizona by correctly utilizing resources for a beneficial federal program. The Outreach and Assistance for Socially Disadvantaged Farmers and Ranchers and Veteran Farmers and Ranchers Program (2501 Program) helps support education and engagement programs for Native American and veteran farmers and ranchers in Arizona. “Supporting Native American … [Read more...] about Sinema Urges Agriculture Department to Support Native American and Veteran Farmers and Ranchers in Arizona
Sinema: Munds Park Post Office to Re-Open with New Contractor
Arizona senior Senator Kyrsten Sinema today announced that the U.S. Postal Service will re-open the Munds Park, Arizona Post Office after securing a new contractor. “Re-opening the Munds Park Post Office ensures local residents will continue to have access to critical services they rely on,” said Sinema. In July, the Munds Park Post Office contractor discontinued its work. Sinema and her team of social workers have diligently been in contact with the U.S. Postal Service regarding the quick … [Read more...] about Sinema: Munds Park Post Office to Re-Open with New Contractor
Sinema Urges Treasury and Federal Reserve to Adjust Main Street Loan Programs
Arizona senior Senator Kyrsten Sinema called on Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin and Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell to quickly make adjustments to the Main Street New Loan Facility and Main Street Expanded Loan Facility so Arizona small and mid-size businesses can get needed economic relief during the coronavirus pandemic. “Arizona businesses need economic relief now. I am thankful for the steps the Federal Reserve has taken to stabilize our economy during the ongoing public health … [Read more...] about Sinema Urges Treasury and Federal Reserve to Adjust Main Street Loan Programs
Sinema Calls for Immediate Relief for Arizona Small Businesses
Arizona senior Senator Kyrsten Sinema called on the Small Business Administration to fill the backlog and immediately process Arizona small businesses’ Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) applications so they can receive economic relief. “I hear directly from Arizona small business owners who have been waiting on economic relief for months. The federal government must immediately fix the backlog and process applications so Arizona small businessescan access needed resources now,” … [Read more...] about Sinema Calls for Immediate Relief for Arizona Small Businesses
