Arizona senior Senator Kyrsten Sinema partnered with Republican Senator Cynthia Lummis (Wyo.) to introduce the Improving Digital Identity Act – bipartisan legislation that protects Arizonans from identity theft, prevents cybercriminals from stealing Arizonans’ benefits, and safeguards Arizonans’ privacy. “We’re supporting innovation and enhancing privacy by improving digital verification to combat identity theft, fraud, and cybercrime,” said Sinema. “Technology has the potential to … [Read more...] about Sinema Protecting Arizonans Against Identity Theft and Cybercrime
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Sinema-Backed Bill Expands Arizonans’ Telehealth Access Permanently
Arizona senior Senator Kyrsten Sinema cosponsored the bipartisan CONNECT for Health Act, which expands telehealth services permanently for Arizonans and reduces federal spending. “Permanently expanding telehealth access empowers Arizonans to receive quality health care safely in their homes while reducing federal spending,” said Sinema. CONNECT for Health Act removes barriers to telehealth coverage by cutting red tape and removing geographic restrictions, while increasing program oversight and … [Read more...] about Sinema-Backed Bill Expands Arizonans’ Telehealth Access Permanently
Sinema Hosts Roundtable with Arizona Tourism Leaders Aimed at Expanding Job Opportunities
Arizona senior Senator Kyrsten Sinema hosted a roundtable with Arizona tourism leaders to discuss COVID-19’s impacts on Arizona’s tourism industry, identify ways to expand economic opportunities, and highlight how the recent coronavirus-relief law will help fuel Arizona’s economic recovery. “As Arizona recovers from the pandemic, we’re identifying long-term solutions with tourism industry leaders to fuel jobs, expand opportunities, and ensure Arizona continues to be a top tourism … [Read more...] about Sinema Hosts Roundtable with Arizona Tourism Leaders Aimed at Expanding Job Opportunities
Senate Advances Water Package Including Sinema-Secured Tribal Water Funding
The U.S. Senate advanced the bipartisan Drinking Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Act—bipartisan legislation that strengthens Arizona’s water future and includes $250 million for the Tribal Drinking Water Program that Arizona senior Senator Kyrsten Sinema secured. “I am proud to see the Senate come together and pass today’s legislation with bipartisan support. Investing in water resource and infrastructure projects across Arizona strengthens our state’s economy and water future,” said … [Read more...] about Senate Advances Water Package Including Sinema-Secured Tribal Water Funding
Sinema Secures Telehealth Care Program for Arizona Veterans
Arizona senior Senator Kyrsten Sinema announced the opening of a first-of-its-kind Project ATLAS telehealth site in Wickenburg, AZ. Project ATLAS (Accessing Telehealth through Local Area Stations) is a partnership between the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Philips North America, and the American Legion to deploy remote telehealth exam rooms—connecting veterans with the VA—in regions where additional health care access is needed but remote connections are difficult to … [Read more...] about Sinema Secures Telehealth Care Program for Arizona Veterans
