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Andy Biggs: The Job He Was Sent To Do (So he says)...Newsletter: The Biggs Idea

Same introduction as last week - Happy Friday!
The House was out of session this week despite the many pressing issues our country is facing. A disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan took the lives of 13 U.S. servicemembers and left the Taliban more empowered than ever. Moreover, despite the laundry list of issues facing Americans, such as a historic border crisis, rising inflation, and a surge in crime, Democrats are more concerned with partisan theatre. Unfortunately, that has become the status quo. However, I’ll never let it slow down the job I was sent to do. Read below to learn about the important happenings of the week:

Here's some news about Andy Biggs

Andy Biggs is in full Jan. 6 whitewash mode to protect Republicans (starting with himself)

Laurie Roberts  | Arizona Republic

azcentral | 21 hours ago

Rep. Andy Biggs is leading the charge to kick two fellow Republicans – or as he calls them, “spies” – out of the House GOP conference.

This, for the apparently unforgivable sin of participating in an investigation into the shameful events of Jan. 6.

And just three days after the investigators signaled they may want to look at Biggs' e-mail and phone records.

That, apparently, cannot be allowed to happen.

So Biggs on Thursday sent a letter, signed by 16 other Republicans, to House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy, asking him to toss Reps. Liz Cheney of Wyoming and Adam Kinzinger of Illinois out of the party’s caucus meetings.  

“This proposal is not because of a policy or political difference,” Biggs’ letter says, “but because some members have chosen to work with the Democrats to investigate and potentially remove Republican Members from the House.”

Like, for instance, Biggs?

Biggs has caught the eye of investigators

 

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Co-sponsor of Gold Medal Bill Honoring the  13 U.S. Servicemembers Killed in Action in Kabul The events that occurred in Kabul, Afghanistan during our withdrawal are absolutely heartbreaking. We will never forget the 13 U.S. servicemembers who sacrificed their lives protecting the country we love and the ideals we cherish. May God bless their families and may their legacies always be remembered. To pay tribute to their sacrifice, I co-sponsored my colleague Rep. Lisa McClain’s legislation that honors our 13 fallen heroes with Congressional Gold Medals. We must always remember that freedom comes at a high cost. Click on the photo below to read more: Letter to Leader McCarthy Requesting  GOP Conference Rule Change Thursday, I sent a letter to Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy requesting reconsideration of a GOP Conference Rule change that would remove members who accept committee assignments or serve on a committee without recommendation from the Republican Steering Committee or the Republican Leader. Accepting committee assignments from Speaker Pelosi and ignoring the long-standing practice of being nominated by designated GOP members is a betrayal to our party’s efforts against Pelosi and the Far Left’s attacks. As Republican Members of Congress, it is our duty to strategize effective measures that protect America’s foundational values. We cannot allow our party, which stands as a bulwark against the socialist agenda of the Democrats, to be infiltrated by individuals who are coordinating with members of the opposition. Our party’s integrity, and the voice of conservative Americans who voted for us, must be protected and upheld. Read the full letter by clicking below: House Freedom Caucus Press Conference As Chairman of the House Freedom Caucus, I led my colleagues in demanding accountability from the Biden administration for it’s inexcusable failures during our withdrawal from Afghanistan. The cost of war is high and we sacrificed far too much to accept the reckless withdrawal that led to the loss of 13 U.S. servicemembers and leaves the Taliban more emboldened than ever. Click on the photo below to watch: Interview on Fox News I joined Dagen McDowell on Mornings with Maria to discuss the need to hold accountable our leaders responsible for the disastrous withdrawal in Afghanistan. We must impeach Secretary Blinken, and President Biden, Secretary Austin, and General Milley must resign. Please click on the picture below to watch the interview: Letter to Telecommunication Companies Regarding Democrats’ Request for Private Data The January 6th Select Committee, orchestrated by Speaker Pelosi, has neither statutory nor constitutional authority to secretly demand phone companies to turn over their customers’ personal records. This power-hungry, smear-campaign of a committee knows this request is a blatant overreach of their congressional authority. Yet, they insist these companies make legally compromising decisions. If these phone companies give into this unconstitutional subpoena, they will forever set a precedent for the violation of all Americans’ privacy rights. That’s why I sent a letter to these phone companies warning against turning over their customer’s personal records. Click on the letter below to read it:  Letter to Dept. of Education Secretary Cardona  Regarding School Mask Mandates  Secretary Cardona’s decision to weaponize the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights to target states that have prohibited mask mandates in schools is as dangerous as it is foolish. The purpose of the Office of Civil Rights is to ensure equal access to education, yet Secretary Cardona is determined to use the office to attack states that are following the science in how they protect our children. The Biden administration will stop at nothing to impose its dictatorial agenda on the American people and has reached a new low in denigrating the purpose of the Office of Civil Rights. Click on the letter below to read what I sent to Secretary Cardona:  Letter to DHS Secretary Mayorkas  on Vetting of Afghan Evacuees We have all watched the chaotic evacuation scenes play out in Afghanistan. It has raised serious questions on who is being brought into our country. We need to ensure that these individuals are being properly vetted and do not pose a risk to our communities. American safety must be prioritized. That is why I wrote a letter to Secretary Mayorkas asking several questions regarding the process and status of Afghan national evacuees now in the United States. Click on the letter below to read it:  What’s the Biggs Idea? Podcast I was joined by Dr. Dan Stock who went viral after explaining to the Mount Vernon Community School Corporation in Fortville, Indiana, why their compliance with mainstream COVID-19 mitigation recommendations was contrary to science. Click on the picture below to listen in: FOLLOW US:      Bills Co-sponsored: Protect Right to Work Laws (Bishop, R-NC) H.R. 3446- Peace on the Korean Peninsula Act (Sherman, D-CA) H.R. 5163- Teleabortion Prevention Act (Good, R-VA) H.R. 5142- to Award Congressional Gold Medals to the 13 U.S. Servicemembers Killed in Kabul, Afghanistan (McClain, R-MI) H.Res.610- Calling for the Immediate Resignation of General Mark Milley (Higgins, R-LA) H.Res.611- Calling for the Immediate Resignation of Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin (Higgins, R-LA) H.R.612- Calling for the Immediate Resignation of President Joe Biden (Higgins, R-LA) H.R.1592- Stop Forced Organ Harvesting Act (Smith, R-NJ) H.R.5121- Taliban Are Not Our Friends Act (Perry, R-PA) H.R.1745- Developing Responsible Individuals for a Vibrant Economy Act (Hollingsworth, R-IN) Letters Co-signed: Letter to President Biden regarding the release of personal information of American and allies being handed over to the Taliban.

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City of Mesa is Using a 2-Year Old Video from Guerrero Park to Push Diversity

Have you noticed that 'new communications strategy' from a city with a long history of Mono-Culture?

Just trying to look I guess. . .

Mesa celebrates its Hispanic Heritage. The murals throughout Guerrero Park Neighborhood reflect rich Hispanic culture and stories

IL DIVO - Hallelujah (Alelujah) (Live Video)

Arizona Corporate Commission WATER PREPAREDNESS WORKSHOP Tuesday, September 21, 2021 10:00 am

ANNOUNCEMENT

ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Matthew J. Neubert SECRETARY Carolyn D. Buck Phone: 602-542-3931 CDBuck@azcc.gov

COMMISSIONERS Chairwoman Lea Márquez Peterson Sandra D. Kennedy Justin Olson Anna Tovar Jim O'Connor

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SPECIAL OPEN MEETING NOTICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION

Water Preparedness 2021
Docket No. W-99999A-21-0265

Stakeholder Meeting and Workshop

Tuesday, September 21, 2021

10:00 A.M.

Hearing Room One
1200 W. Washington St.
Phoenix, AZ 85007

                                                                            

This shall serve as notice of an open meeting at the above location for consideration and discussion of the items on the agenda and other matters related thereto.  Commissioners may attend the proceedings in person, or by telephone, video, or internet conferencing,and may use this open meeting to ask questions about the matters on the agenda. The parties to the matters to be discussed or their legal representatives are requested, though not required, to attend telephonically.  The Commissioners may move to executive session, which will not be open to the public, for the purpose of legal advice pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.03 (A) (3) on the matters noticed herein.

Because of the guidance issued by state and federal officials regarding the Covid-19 pandemic, meetings of 10 or more should be by teleconference only. Only essential Commission staff will attend in person. The public is strongly discouraged from attending in person.  The public will be able to participate by either watching and listening to the meeting online or listening to the meeting via telephone.  Participants will be invited to and may attend by video or internet conferencing. For those wishing to enter an appearance or provide public comment for a particular item please use the dial in phone numbers. Once the item for which you are appearing or providing public comment is concluded, please hang up and watch the live stream.

Persons with a disability may request reasonable accommodations by contacting the Commission Secretary listed above at least 48 hours before the scheduled commencement of the Open Meeting. 

Agendas are also available online at:  azcc.gov/agendas

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This meeting will be available online at:  http://www.azcc.gov/live

AGENDA

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NOTE: NO VOTES ON ANY SUBSTANTIVE MATTER WILL BE TAKEN DURING THIS MEETING.

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•Year-over-year rent growth in Mesa currently stands at 24.7%, compared to 5% at this time last year

Here is the most recent data for August 2021 sent by Olyvia Ruhlmann

Hi Tim,

This month our national rent index jumped another 2.1%, a slight dip from August’s 2.5% increase, but still pacing far ahead of the typical monthly growth from recent pre-pandemic years. With inflation concerns heating up, the national median rent has now increased by 13.8% in 2021, more than 3x the average growth rate of recent pre-pandemic years.

Rents are currently increasing in all of the nation’s 100 largest cities, and there are now just 8 cities remaining where rents are still below pre-pandemic levels. This rapid rent growth is a symptom of record high demand clashing with historically tight vacancies.

For more analysis of the newest monthly data, check out our full September Rent Report.

Here are some highlights:

• Rents in Mesa increased 3.2% month-over-month, compared to 2.1% nationally. Month-over-month growth in Mesa ranks #21 among the nation's 100 largest cities.
• Year-over-year rent growth in Mesa currently stands at 24.7%, compared to 5% at this time last year - This is the #9 fastest increase among the nation's 100 largest cities.
• Median rents in Mesa currently stand at $1305 for a 1-bedroom apartment and $1497 for a two-bedroom.

 

 

Check out the full report here. And as a reminder, the full details of our rent estimate methodology are explained here. 

Best,

Olyvia

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Apartment List National Rent Report

By: Chris Salviati, Igor Popov, Rob Warnock, and Lilla Szini

August 31, 2021

Introduction

Welcome to the September Apartment List National Rent Report. Our national index increased by 2.1 percent from July to August, a slight cool-down from 2.5 percent the month before, but nevertheless a continuation of rent growth that has persisted since the start of the year. Since January 2021, the national median rent has increased by a staggering 13.8 percent. To put that in context, rent growth from January to August averaged just 3.6 percent in the pre-pandemic years from 2017-2019.

With rents rising virtually everywhere, only a few cities remain cheaper than they were pre-pandemic. And even there, rents are rebounding quickly. In San Francisco, for example, rents are still 12 percent lower than they were in March 2020, but the city has seen prices increase by 20 percent since January of this year. At the other end of the spectrum, many of the mid-sized markets that have seen rents grow rapidly through the pandemic are only continuing to boom -- rents in Boise, ID are now up 39 percent since March 2020. Rent growth in 2021 so far is outpacing pre-pandemic averages in 98 of the nation’s 100 largest cities.

While rents continue to grow, apartment vacancies reach historic lows

Last summer, many cities were experiencing elevated vacancy rates coinciding with a sudden decrease in demand as renter households consolidated. This summer, however, demand has been continuously heating up, leading to a supply constricted market. In contrast to this time last year, when households were rapidly consolidating due to the uncertainty of the pandemic, the total number of households in the U.S. is now greater than ever before at over 131 million.1 Some of these households are likely aspiring homebuyers, but they’re facing a historically tight for-sale market, which has seen a 48 percent drop in inventory from last year. As would-be home buyers get priced out of the for-sale market, they continue to rent, likely a driving factor for the increasing incomes and budgets of renters searching on Apartment List. This high demand has created a tight market, resulting in our vacancy index dropping sharply throughout 2021 as prices increase rapidly. Rents are now up more than 13 percent this year, more than doubling the overall rate of inflation.

Rent growth heating up across the country

While our national rent index always masks some regional variation, the 2021 rent boom is affecting virtually every major market in the country. This is a big change from 2020, when rents fell precipitously in expensive markets while growing quickly in more-affordable ones. In 2021, rents are rising across the board. The chart below visualizes monthly rent changes in each of the nation’s 100 largest cities from January 2018 to August 2021. The color in each cell represents the extent to which prices went up (red) or down (blue) in a given city in a given month. Bands of dark blue in 2020 represent the large urban centers where rent prices cratered (e.g., New York, San Francisco, Boston), but those bands have quickly turned red as ubiquitous rent growth sweeps the nation in 2021. In 2020, 75 of these cities saw rent prices rise in August, at an average rate of 0.9 percent. This year, all 100 cities got more expensive in August, and average rent growth more than doubled.

Only 8 cities still have rents discounted from pre-pandemic levels

After prices rose again in August, some of the cities that saw dramatic pandemic-era rent drops are finally back to pre-pandemic prices, including the nation’s two largest: New York City and Los Angeles. In New York City, prices went up 5.8 percent last month, faster than anywhere else in the country. There, the city-wide median rent price is now $2,052, above $2,000 for the first time since March of last year. On the side of the country, Los Angeles experienced 2.5 percent rent growth this month, and the median rent price now stands at $1,874. Other major cities that eclipsed pre-pandemic rent prices this month include Boston, MA; Portland, OR; and St. Paul, MN.

That means that today, “pandemic pricing” is over in most of the country. Rents remain below pre-pandemic levels in just 8 large cities: four California cities in the San Francisco Bay Area (i.e, San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose, and Fremont); Minneapolis, MN; Washington, DC; Seattle, WA; and Jersey City, NJ. The chart below visualizes the rapid rent drops and rebounds in each of these places. Oakland and San Francisco consistently made headlines throughout the pandemic for staggering rent drops and today are the only two cities retaining double-digit price reductions. The remainder should be back to pre-pandemic prices before too long.

These COVID-era price fluctuations -- down quickly at the start of the pandemic, up quickly since the start of 2021 -- are significantly more volatile than the seasonal price fluctuations we normally see in these markets. The chart below shows month-over-month price changes from 2018 to August 2021. Monthly changes of +/- 2 percent were relatively rare in the years preceding the pandemic, but in 2020 and 2021 we have seen extended stretches where prices rise and fall at more than twice that rate.

Affordable mid-size markets continue to boom

For other parts of the country, rent growth today is nothing new.