“I kept my promise to uphold and protect the Constitution” 

WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Congressman Paul Gosar, D.D.S (AZ-04) released the following statement after voting against H.R. 1960 – the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) of 2013 – for failing to include language which would have protected American citizens against indefinite detention:

“In voting against the NDAA, I kept my promise to uphold and protect the Constitution. I will not vote to continue policies that trample on our constitutional rights.”

“I voted in favor of …

Gosar: “We do not live in a dictatorship where one person can decide the fate of millions of acres of land”

In a blog published Wednesday on azcentral.com, “Gosar: No more presidential monuments,” columnist Linda Valdez implied that I was against all land monument designations. This could not be further from the truth.

Currently, only about 18 percent of the land in Arizona is privately held. The overwhelming majority of land is owned by state and federal governments, including municipalities, …

The Environmental Compliance Cost Transparency Act of 2013 

WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Congressman Paul  Gosar, D.D.S (AZ-04) introduced The Environmental Compliance Cost Transparency Act of 2013, H.R. 2162. This legislation provides transparency by reporting the related costs incurred by electricity consumers as a result of environmental regulations. Although this bill does not amend environmental laws, it is premised on the notion that consumers have the right to know how much of their energy bill is related to ever-increasing compliance with federal regulations.

Rep. …

WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Congressman Paul  Gosar, D.D.S (AZ-04) voted in favor of the Northern Route Approval Act, H.R. 3. This legislation approves the construction, operation, and maintenance of the Keystone XL Pipeline. Last night, the Northern Route Approval Act passed the House of Representatives.

Rep. Gosar issued the following statement in response to passage of this bill: “During this down economy, when many are out of work and struggling to make ends meet, job creation should be a top priority for …

Rep. Paul Gosar Demands Answers on IRS Targeting

WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Congressman Paul  Gosar, D.D.S (AZ-04) questioned former IRS Commissioner Douglas Shulman at today’s House Oversight and Government Reform Committee hearing entitled “The IRS: Targeting Americans for Their Political Beliefs.” Rep. Gosar’s line of questioning demonstrated a continued pattern of IRS leaks and a long history of inaction by the former IRS Commissioner to investigate.

Rep. Gosar issued following statement: “Getting the truth and demanding accountability from President Obama’s IRS should not be too much …

WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Congressman Paul Gosar, D.D.S (AZ-04) introduced the IRS Anti-Abuse Act, H.R 2025. This legislation makes it illegal to discriminate against organizations and individuals based on political affiliation and ideology. Outgoing IRS Commissioner Steven Miller insisted that the unfair targeting of conservative groups was “absolutely not illegal.” This legislation would make that action illegal. The bill also strengthens legal recourse for those wrongfully discriminated against. Arizona Reps. Matt Salmon (AZ-05) and David Schweikert (AZ-06) signed on as original co-sponsors.

Rep. Paul Gosar Dedicates Gadsden Flag

WASHINGTON, DC –– Congressman Paul Gosar, D.D.S (AZ-04) dedicated a Gadsden Flag that was presented to him by the Yuma County Tea Party and flown to Washington, D.C. Joining Rep. Gosar for the dedication ceremony was Rep. Mick Mulvaney (SC-05). The Gadsden flag is still popularly flown in South Carolina where Rep. Mulvaney hails. After the dedication Rep. Gosar issued the following statement:

“The Gadsden flag continues to be a symbol of defending freedom and the …

WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Congressman Paul Gosar, D.D.S (AZ-04) hosted the 2013 Congressional Art Contest Award Ceremony and Reception in Wickenburg, Arizona this past Saturday. Local high school students displayed their artwork for the public, and awards were presented for the winning pieces of art. The winner of the online, public contest known as the “People’s Art Choice Awards” was also recognized with an award.

Rep. Gosar issued the following statement: “The talent showcased by these young men and women in the annual Congressional Art …

WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Congressman Paul  Gosar’s, D.D.S (AZ-04) Southeast Arizona Land Exchange and Conservation Act of 2013 (H.R. 687) passed the House Natural Resources Committee with bi-partisan support.  This legislation would facilitate a land exchange that will protect environmentally sensitive lands while opening up the largest undeveloped copper mine in North America and creating nearly 4,000 jobs.

Following the committee’s successful passage of this bill, Rep. Gosar issued the following statement:

“This land exchange and conservation bill is the direct result of years of negotiations, an …

The Obama administration’s tax policies have been an attack on farm and ranch families. The tax and spenders fail to understand that taxes punish the very things we want more of: productive work, risk-taking and success. In essence, this administration wants to see less productive work, fewer goods and services provided, fewer jobs created, and ultimately less success in our country.

Beginning this year, Obamacare or what I sometimes refer to as the Un-affordable Care Act, will impose enormous new taxes …