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Matt Gress

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State Rep for #LD4 Arizona House. Fmr public school teacher/school board member. Budget hawk. Fighting to protect the Arizona we know & love. #DitatDeus

Phoenix, AZ

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Matt Gress

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🚨 NEW AD ALERT 🚨 To truly secure our neighborhoods, we need to start by securing our border. I proudly voted for the Secure The Border Act, which includes tougher penalties for fentanyl dealers, stronger support for our law enforcement, and stricter identity requirements to

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Matt Gress

2 years

Uhhh…let me be very clear: In Arizona, FAMILIES will make the COVID-19 vaccine decision for their kids, not government. And any attempt to do so will be promptly stopped in the State House.

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RNC Research

2 years

Katie Hobbs won't say if she supports forcing Arizona kids to be vaccinated for Covid in order to attend school. Her response was "uhhh..."

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NEW: With the latest batch of votes coming in from Maricopa County, we are now confident in saying it — We have been elected to the Arizona State House in #LD4 . THANK YOU!! In fact, as it currently stands, we are the top vote-getter with more than 57,000 votes! 1/

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Matt Gress

2 years

Arizona kids are not a drain on the state’s budget. They are our greatest responsibility. I will never give up fighting for them.

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Matt Gress

2 years

BREAKING: On a 10-5 vote, the House Appropriations Committee voted last night to advance our “Pay Teachers First Plan.” This was a key issue I ran on in 2022 — giving every Arizona teacher at $10k raise, making them some of the highest paid teachers in the nation. 1/

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Matt Gress

2 years

My statement on @GovernorHobbs ’ budget veto.

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Governor Katie Hobbs

2 years

I have vetoed the legislative budget that kicks the can down the road. Arizonans deserve a budget that takes the real issues we are facing seriously. Now, let’s get to work.

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This is an important election, and I'll NEVER take your vote for granted. I'm determined to earn your trust and your support. If you believe in secure borders, public safety, low taxes, a lower cost of living and strong schools with great teachers, then I'm your guy! -Matt

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Matt Gress

2 years

. @GovernorHobbs ’ parents struggled to provide her with an education THEY thought best. It’s unfortunate she wants AZ families to choose between being on food stamps or sending their kids to the school they choose. Let’s help families. Give them a choice, not push them down.

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2 years

Shannon Bream CALLS OUT Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs for opposing school choice for others after attending private school herself.

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Matt Gress

2 years

Completely agree with Speaker Toma. This budget will never be enacted on our watch and it definitely does NOT reflect an “Arizona for Everyone.”

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Ben Toma

2 years

House Republicans are reviewing Governor Hobbs’ budget proposal but based on the left-wing wish list of spending details disclosed so far, I’m confident to say that it will be dead on arrival.

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Matt Gress

1 year

Governor, you *do* know the utilities already submitted those plans and briefed the Commission…back in April…right? (SEE: ) And you do realize the excessive heat warning has been in effect for nearly a month? We’ve hit new records for several weeks now?

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Governor Katie Hobbs

1 year

Today, I sent a letter to Arizona's utility companies asking for written plans outlining how they will protect Arizonans during this devastating heat wave, and inviting them to discuss how we can work together to better prepare for the future. You can read my letter HERE:

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Matt Gress

2 years

ANNOUNCEMENT: Today, I’m introducing the “Pay Teachers First Plan” that will give EVERY Arizona public school teacher a $10,000 raise – with 100% of the new state dollars going directly to the teachers, rather than bureaucracy, and significantly boosting starting teacher pay. 1/

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Matt Gress

2 years

LD4 VOTER ALERT: We’re hearing from several polls (Ascension Lutheran Church on Mockingbird & Shepherd of the Hills on Lafayette), about malfunctioning equipment causing voting delays. DO NOT BE DETERRED! We need every @AZGOP vote to be counted, in person or dropped off!

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Matt Gress

7 months

As I was leaving the Capitol this afternoon, I came across an unresponsive man lying on the side of the road. Lifeless. Alone. I stopped and called 911. An inspiring passerby named Jess pulled into a nearby parking lot and joined me. She’s a rising star at @DollarGeneral ,

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Matt Gress

1 year

Today, I sent a letter to the Mayor of Scottsdale, David Ortega, requesting additional information on a $940,000 grant the city received from @AZHousing to lodge people experiencing homelessness in an undisclosed Scottsdale hotel. 1/

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Matt Gress

2 years

There’s NO EXCUSE for dealing lethal doses of fentanyl. Tell a parent of a child who died from a fentanyl poisoning that we should go easy on the dealer because they’re only selling to support their habit. HB 2802 & HB 2226 bring us one step closer to holding dealers

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Matt Gress

1 year

DEEPLY TROUBLING. Governor Hobbs is leading Arizona’s state government into litigation hell for agencies with unconfirmed agency heads. See my full statement below.

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Yvonne Wingett Sanchez

1 year

Breaking in Arizona: @GovernorHobbs is withdrawing her cabinent nominees from consideration by GOP-led Senate panel that has subjected the Democratic governor's nominees to rare levels of scrutiny.

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Matt Gress

2 years

Jim Kolbe was an Arizona treasure and national leader. For over 30 years, he was “Mr. Southern Arizona” and served his community with passion and purpose. And before that, he fought for our nation in Vietnam. 1/

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Matt Gress

2 years

TROUBLING: Jaw-dropping interview between @brahmresnik & Dem Chair @RaquelTeran should concern every Arizonan. Asked 6 times about Planned Parenthood’s anti-police litmus test for endorsements, Terán refused to denounce “Defund the Police." Watch for yourself… 1/

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Matt Gress

2 years

THANK YOU #Blessed WOW. The votes are in and we WON BIG in #LD4 ! Grateful for your support and encouragement. We are ready for the General Election!

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Matt Gress

2 years

Arizona is facing some very important issues. The people we serve want us to find common ground where we can and the civility to disagree when we cannot. This behavior falls short of a Governor who is serious about working with Republicans to get things done for our community.

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Stacey Barchenger

2 years

"The ink is fresh as anything," @GovernorHobbs tells me about the VETO stamp she inherited from Arizona’s last Dem governor. The stamp is a relic of the last era of split partisan control — and Hobbs is ready to use it. via @azcentral

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Matt Gress

2 years

ATTENTION LD4 VOTERS: We were just at Camelback Christian Church at 6235 E. Camelback Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85251. No lines. No equipment malfunctions. Voters were in and out quickly. Large parking lot. Please make a plan to vote! @AZGOP @AZLD4 @NancyBarto

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Matt Gress

3 years

I love this state, and I love this community. I’m very proud to announce my campaign for #AZHouse in the New Legislative District 4. I promise to fight every day to protect Arizona, a place of freedom, free enterprise and common sense! Join us:

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Matt Gress

6 months

My statement on today’s abortion vote.

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Matt Gress

6 months

I call on legislative leadership to immediately bring to the floor a measure that will repeal the territorial ban, restore modern-day protections for Arizona women, protect new life and make the 15-week statute the law of the land.

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Matt Gress

2 years

I thank the House for a unanimous vote on my FIRST bill (HB 2225). It “tears the paper ceiling” on applicants for state jobs who may not have a 4-year degree but who have skills through alternative routes (STARS). “If you can DO the job, you can GET the job.”— @OpptyatWork

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Matt Gress

9 months

This week, I voted against #HB2570 , a bill that would completely destroy neighborhoods across Arizona. In District 4, the unique charm and aesthetic of Scottsdale, Arcadia, and North Phoenix would be thrown completely out the window by allowing anyone to build anything and

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Matt Gress

4 years

Wow. @AlecMacGillis has eloquently captured my life and struggle for the past nine months as a school board member for a central Phoenix elementary school district. Last night, the board voted return to remote learning for nearly all students until further notice. I dissented.

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The New Yorker

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When schools closed in the spring, many students faced difficult remote-learning situations. @AlecMacGillis grew distressed by the lack of alarm over those “who were sitting in countless dark rooms, safe from COVID-19, perhaps, but adrift and alone.”

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Matt Gress

2 years

Sworn in! ✅ Thanks @RealNicoD1 for capturing this special moment!

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Matt Gress

7 months

A few minutes ago, I filed over 2,100 signatures to get on the November 2024 ballot - nearly FOUR TIMES the number of signatures needed! Thank you to all who signed and collected signatures for our campaign. I ran for office in 2022 to protect the Arizona we love and have

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Matt Gress

1 year

Tonight, we had an important hearing on homelessness. Key Takeaway: Most Arizonans believe that mental health & substance abuse recovery programs are needed. “Treatment First” is the way forward, not government warehousing, to set people suffering from homelessness free.

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Arizona House Republicans

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🚨Happening Now🚨 Community Hearing on Scottsdale’s Taxpayer-Funded Plan to Use Hotel Rooms as Emergency Homeless Shelters. Livestream 👉 @MatthewGress @QuangNguyenAZ @AZHouseGOP #AZLeg

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Matt Gress

2 years

NEW: Today, I introduced the “No TikTok on Arizona Government Devices Act” – a statewide plan to ban the use of TikTok on state-issued devices. 1/

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Arizona House Republicans

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🚨FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE🚨 Arizona State Representative @MatthewGress Announces Plan to Ban TikTok on State Devices. Plan seeks to keep critical information secure, strengthening public safety. “When I was sworn into office, I took an oath to defend my

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Matt Gress

3 years

WE DID IT! Today our campaign officially filed nearly FOUR TIMES the number of required signatures to make the ballot for the State House in Legislative District 4. Thank you to our amazing team of volunteers for making this happen by knocking thousands of doors! 1/2

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Matt Gress

6 months

Arizona STANDS with Israel. I just visited with Jewish students at @uarizona who are watching with pain and dismay the illegal and unauthorized public encampment that has emerged on campus. This illegal protest stole university construction fencing to barricade their camp.

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Matt Gress

2 years

In @JulieGunnigle 's Arizona, @PhoenixPolice would see a $25 MILLION CUT in its budget, resulting in even fewer police officers. In the State House, I’ll oppose efforts by cities to defund our police & destabilize our neighborhoods. @JulieGunnigle is everything Arizona is not.

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Fox News

2 years

Arizona Dem prosecutor candidate Julie Gunnigle and her campaign staffers back defunding police, posts reveal

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Matt Gress

11 days

We need a new direction for Scottsdale! That’s why I’m supporting Lisa Borowsky for Scottsdale Mayor ( @borowsky4mayor ) and Adam Kwasman for City Council ( @AdamKwasman ). It’s time to end the cost overruns, unsustainable development, and Portland-style homelessness policies.

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Matt Gress

6 months

Today’s decision on abortion cannot stand. Read my full statement below.

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Matt Gress

2 years

I’m pleased to see #HB2381 signed into law today. The legislation I introduced will provide much needed and immediate financial relief to Arizona families and seniors living in mobile homes who face an uncertain future about where they will live. 1/

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Matt Gress

3 years

💥 #MattGressExpress —> I worked my way through college driving school buses. Glad I kept that CDL! We’re blanketing #LD4 and fighting for: ✅ Border security ✅ Law and order ✅ Lower cost of living ✅ Parental rights 🇺🇸 Join us:

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Matt Gress

2 years

What an amazing day at the Capitol! We marched with thousands of Arizonans who believe life is a sacred human right. We will do all that we can to fervently protect that right. #MarchForLife

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Matt Gress

2 years

Today, I’m voting YES to raise teacher pay $10,000. I’m voting YES to put 100% of our new state dollars into the classroom. I’m voting YES to make Arizona’s starting teacher pay 4th in the US. Let’s rise above partisan politics and get #HB2800 passed out of the House.

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Matt Gress

3 months

Thank you to #LD4 voters for supporting our re-election campaign. Onward to the General Election! It’s time to take the temperature down in our politics and reject the extremes – That’s why I’m fighting for some common sense. The politicians on the fringes might not like it,

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Matt Gress

3 years

Driving past the @PhoenixPolice HQ this evening with a heavy heart. Nine more police wounded in the line of duty. Reported violent crimes in Phoenix are at their highest level ever. We need people in office who will finally support our law enforcement professionals. #BackTheBlue

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Matt Gress

2 years

I’m grateful to @RepBenToma for appointing me chair of the Appropriations Subcommittee on Education. Education is the State’s largest GF funding commitment. Arizonans want to know where the money is going & how it’s being spent. Our teachers & classrooms must be paid first.

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Arizona House Republicans

2 years

Arizona House Speaker-elect @RepBenToma today announced committees and chair appointments for the upcoming 56th Legislature, 1st Regular Session, which opens on January 9, 2023. READ MORE👉 #AZLeg

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Matt Gress

2 years

NEW: I just voted to eliminate rental taxes in the state of Arizona. #CommonSense

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Matt Gress

2 years

Enjoyed chatting with my friend @JuanCiscomani — one of the hardest working Members of Congress, at @AZGOP ’s annual state convention. We are in GREAT hands. @NRCC @SpeakerMcCarthy @GOP

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Matt Gress

2 years

My mom received child support for 2 of her 4 kids. It helped our family immensely: groceries, gas, utilities, clothes. This week, the Arizona House passed #HB2502 , which will make parents who owe child support, primarily fathers, pay their FAIR SHARE from the date of pregnancy.

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Matt Gress

2 months

I’m meeting a lot of #LD4 parents using Empowerment Scholarship Accounts. They LOVE it! Nothing is better than parents being in driver’s seat of their child’s education. You can rest assured that I’ll protect #schoolchoice in the Arizona House.

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Matt Gress

6 months

Arizonans want us to find common ground on the important issue of abortion. We must repeal the Territorial Ban and return to the more reasonable 15-week policy that protects women and new life. That's where I stand.

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Matt Gress

2 years

I challenge anyone - ANYONE - to defend TikTok and the Chinese Communists. They can’t. Arizona needs to ban this ASAP and stop the espionage happening all across the USA. I thank @TimDunn_AZ and my colleagues on both sides of the aisle for supporting this common sense ban.

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AZ Free News

2 years

TikTok may soon be banned from Arizona’s government devices, according to a proposed bill that passed out of committee this week.

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Matt Gress

2 years

There really IS strength in numbers! We’re getting reinforcements from our local PCs, @ArizonaYRs , @yrnf & @LogCabinGOP to help us protect the Arizona we love. BIG thanks to @CharlesTMoran , @Rick_Loughery , @azaustinsmith & @GOPNickMoore for making this all happen! #LeadRight

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Matt Gress

11 months

Today is #VeteransDay . Their service is why we live in the greatest place on Earth. Many members of my family have answered the call of duty, and I’m honored to celebrate them today. My mom, a drill sergeant in the @USArmy ; my step-mom, a Marine @USMC . 1/

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Matt Gress

3 years

Today we celebrate #MLKDay , honoring Dr. King’s fight for a color-blind society that puts character & unity above hate & division. Sadly, the Left has made this day of hope & peace another partisan spectacle. 1/2

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Matt Gress

10 months

We’re lucky to live in the greatest place on Earth, and I’m honored to work for you every single day as your state representative. I’m ready to earn your support again. Join me and let’s get some great things done for Arizona: #LD4

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Matt Gress

2 years

Five Saturdays until Election Day and we’re not letting up in #LD4 ! We’re knocking doors, meeting voters and hearing from the people we hope to serve as we make Arizona the best place to live in the U.S.A.! Thanks for organizing @mcmartinezaz and @gracie_muehling !

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Matt Gress

2 years

Thank you Governor @RonDeSantisFL for spreading a positive and unifying message at @TPAction_ about how to get our country and economy back on track! Pleased to join a number of my future @AZHouseGOP colleagues, including @darrow4az and Julie Willoughby!

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Matt Gress

2 years

Today marks #100 days in office, serving more than 250,000 great #LD4 residents of Scottsdale, Arcadia, Paradise Valley, and North Phoenix in the Arizona State House. 1/

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Matt Gress

9 months

HAPPENING NOW: @JuanCiscomani kicking off his reelection campaign with hundreds of supporters in Tucson! Juan’s common sense, commitment to people over politics, and devotion to his family and community make him the right congressman at the right time for southern Arizona.

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Matt Gress

2 years

Ready to get to work for #LD4 in the Arizona House! Our @AZHouseGOP whip @TMartinez4AZ opens New Member Orientation.

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Matt Gress

1 year

This you, @ArizonaEA ?

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AZ Education Assoc. 🍎🏫

1 year

You know you have a problem when other states are taking out billboards advertising how much more they pay their teachers.

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Matt Gress

1 year

⚾️BATTER UP!⚾️ Today, I sent a letter to Governor Hobbs urging her to extend the time for bars to sell alcohol during the World Series until 3 AM. Let’s give fans an extra hour to celebrate and support our local businesses while cheering on the @Dbacks ! See my letter below.

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Arizona House Republicans

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✅FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE✅ State Representative @MatthewGress Calls for Extra Inning of Celebration: Extend Bar Hours for World Series ⚾🏆🐍 “Arizona is a state of champions, and the Diamondbacks’ journey to the World Series exemplifies that spirit. By extending service hours,

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Matt Gress

2 years

Why? It is bizarre to say the least. However, clearly some on the left want nothing more than to use teachers as a political football. They don’t want to *solve* this issue — they want to campaign on it. As a former teacher myself, I find that appalling. 3/

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Matt Gress

2 years

KNOCK KNOCK! We aren't slowing down. Another day of knocking doors and meeting voters. Only 2 days left to go! I would be honored to earn your vote in #LD4 . @AZGOP @MaricopaGOP @ArizonaYRs @MCYRGOP @aznvyr @AzFRW @PaloVerdeRW @prwcarizona

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Matt Gress

2 years

How it started: How it ended: Thanks Governor @DougDucey for the distinct privilege to serve the people of Arizona in your administration. I look forward to continuing your legacy of “Opportunity for All” in the Arizona House.

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Matt Gress

2 years

Excited to be sworn in today to represent Legislative District 4 in the State House and I’m grateful for everyone who knocked doors, donated money, installed many (many) signs, and, most of all, believing in me. 1/

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Matt Gress

8 months

Happy Statehood Day to the Valentine State! We love it here!! ❤️🌄

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Matt Gress

7 years

Honored and humbled to be given this opportunity by Gov. Ducey to continue to serve the people of Arizona.

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The 9th Floor

7 years

The Governor's Office of Strategic Planning & Budgeting has a new director. Welcome, @MatthewGress ! READ:

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Matt Gress

2 years

I will continue fighting for Arizona teachers. Arizonans want us to work together, finding solutions and common ground. Last night, my Democratic colleagues put partisan politics FIRST, and doing the right thing for AZ teachers and schools LAST. 4/4

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Matt Gress

2 years

Sadly, House Democrats (with the exception of 1) voted against this measure, twisting themselves into knots to find ways to oppose it. The state’s teachers union — known for partisan bullying tactics — lobbied HEAVILY against it. 2/

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Matt Gress

3 years

Today’s ruling striking down the largest income tax hike on Arizonans affirms that out-of-state special interests cannot ignore our State Constitution. 1/2

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Jeremy Duda

3 years

Maricopa County Superior Court Judge John Hannah has dealt the final blow to Prop 208. Because the money from the tax hike can't be spent without exceeding the aggregate expenditure limit for K-12 schools, it violates the Arizona Constitution, he ruled.

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Matt Gress

11 months

Today, I’m proud to join with teachers, school board members, and my legislative colleagues to introduce a plan that sends 100% of NEW State Land Trust resources for K-12 education DIRECTLY to the classroom. If approved by voters, classroom teachers will get a $4,000 RAISE. 1/

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Matt Gress

6 months

My statement on Arizona Senate approval to repeal the territorial abortion ban.

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Matt Gress

2 years

I loved this picture so much that I’ll post again! Thanks @merissahamilton , @elairya , @JSCaldwell2 and the EZAZ team for coming out to support raising teacher pay. When it comes to K-12 funding, we must demand schools spend more dollars on students in the CLASSROOM.

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Matt Gress

2 years

My statement on today’s Arizona House vote to eliminate Arizona’s tax on food. I’ll never stop fighting to lower costs for families, seniors and our most hard-hit fellow citizens.

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Matt Gress

1 year

This is a tough job, but legislating is a team sport. Thanks to @RepBenToma and the @AZHouseGOP for the confidence you’ve placed in me. Onward to our next session!

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Arizona House Republicans

1 year

✅FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE✅ Arizona State Representative @MatthewGress Recognized as a “Legislator of the Year” by @PluribusNews “While most freshmen spend their rookie sessions learning the ropes, Gress dove into the deep end. Speaker Ben Toma (R) named Gress chairman of the

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Matt Gress

1 year

RELAUNCHED: A big thank you to the more than 100 individuals who came out yesterday to support my reelection for state representative in #LD4 . It’s a huge honor to represent YOU, and I promise to NEVER forget who I work for! Special thanks to @LeaPeterson , @RealTomHorne &

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6 years

@dougducey @SenJohnMcCain “It’s been quite a ride. I’ve known great passions, seen amazing wonders, fought in a war, and helped make peace....I made a small place for myself in the story of America and the history of my times.” -Sen. John McCain You sure did, Senator. RIP.

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2 years

Three important bills I’ve introduced passed the Arizona House today: ✅ HB2416: The No TikTok on Arizona Government Devices Act ✅ HB2427: Enhancing penalties for assaulting pregnant women ✅ HB 2428: Expanding the Arizona Teachers Academy Common Sense Prevails! #LD4

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Matt Gress

2 years

Hotels & motels are not homeless shelters. I’m pleased to see #HB2379 pass the Arizona Senate. Next Stop: The Governor Thanks @AZLTAnews & @AHLA for your support. I also met with @bestwestern CEO Larry Cuculic who shared his insight on how this policy impacts the industry.

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Matt Gress

4 months

I’m honored to be voted the best Republican debater in the Legislature. As long as I have the privilege of representing Arizonans in #LD4 , I will continue to be an outspoken defender of common sense.

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Matt Gress

7 months

Arizona’s leaders should back our business community instead of taking the side of a reckless, regulatory state that President Biden has created. I encourage @GovernorHobbs to choose Arizona over Joe Biden.

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Arizona House Republicans

7 months

✅FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE✅ State Representative @MatthewGress Responds to Governor Hobbs’ Criticism of Bill that Protects Arizona Businesses Against Unfounded Threats & Federal Overreach READ MORE 👉 @AZHouseGOP #AZleg

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Matt Gress

1 year

Started my Thursday morning sharing how a bill becomes a law at Hopi Elementary. We held a great debate on @votewarren ’s lemonade bill and whether regular lemonade or pink lemonade should be Arizona’s official state drink. The kids overwhelmingly supported regular lemonade! 🍋

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Matt Gress

9 months

Today, Rep. Smith ( @azaustinsmith ) and I introduced companion legislation to those measures introduced by Sens. Hoffman ( @JakeHoffmanAZ ) and Mesnard ( @JDMesnard ) to renew #Prop123 . It’s time we use NEW dollars to bypass the education bureaucracy and get 100% of these dollars

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Matt Gress

2 years

SAVE OUR STREETS: Today, I’m introducing a plan to address the alarming shortage of law enforcement officers, provide critical resources to prosecutors and courts, and protect Arizonans from the rising fentanyl crisis, delivering justice for victims of dangerous crimes. 1/

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Matt Gress

7 months

My statement on Rep. Terech’s decision not to run for re-election in #LD4 . @lauraforAZ

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2 years

"Reimagining how we use the resources." 2/

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Matt Gress

2 years

Unlike my Defund the Police opponent, I’m proud to defend police and have their support in this campaign. Including: @AZPoliceAssc , @AZTroopers , @azplea , trusted Sheriffs, and the Arizona Fraternal Order of Police. You can count on me to Back the Blue. 10/

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Matt Gress

2 years

We’ve heard from #LD4 voters loud and clear: they want us to work together to get good things accomplished for Arizonans. Common sense doesn’t have a party label! Rep-Elect @lauraforAZ and I are ready to deliver results for our district.

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Laura Terech

2 years

LD4 in the House! I look forward to working with Rep-Elect @MatthewGress to represent the best interests of the LD4 community!

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Matt Gress

4 years

GOOD NEWS! The @MadisonAZ school board voted unanimously to address digital equity by providing a mobile hotspot to every Madison family who faces barriers accessing the internet. A family’s wealth must NEVER dictate what educational opportunities are available to them.

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Matt Gress

3 months

Praying for President Trump @realDonaldTrump and everyone else at the rally.

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Matt Gress

3 months

HARD AT WORK! It was great to see dozens of volunteers gathering to work for GOP candidates up and down the ballot in the battleground districts of #LD2 and #LD4 . We’re all in this united and ready to win BIG this November!

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Matt Gress

2 years

Pleased to join @ASU in DC with other Arizona legislators to talk about how our state and its workforce are key to US national security and public policy.

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Matt Gress

7 months

Arizona’s homelessness crisis is among the worst in the country. Between 2013-2023, total homelessness has skyrocketed nearly 300%. Our voters want us to take decisive action, and it doesn’t involve building our way out of this challenge. We must fund adequate treatment for

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Cicero Institute

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7 months

Thanks to the leadership of @MatthewGress , HB 2782 passed the Arizona house today. This legislation will do immense good in helping reduce homelessness and getting individuals the assistance they need for substance abuse and mental health challenges.

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Matt Gress

9 months

Today is National Human Trafficking Awareness Day. In honor of the victims of trafficking, I’ve introduced three measures to bring justice to Arizonans who’ve suffered from abuse. HB 2402: Requiring recording of child abuse interviews to help prosecutors

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Matt Gress

2 years

👇👇👇 This is the driving principle (no pun intended) of our #PayTeachersFirst Plan that will legislatively direct resources into the classroom, bypassing the administration, and rebalance the spending priorities of our schools.

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Sean Noble

2 years

If there was one chart explaining the demise of public education, this would be it. 2000-2019 growth of administration 87.6%. That money should go to teachers… @HCimprimis @LarryArnn

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Matt Gress

6 years

Congratulations to @mosborn92 and Mitra Khazai on taking their oaths of office for another term on @MadisonAZ ’s Governing Board! I’m also honored to be elected by my colleagues to serve as the Board’s president for 2019.

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Matt Gress

2 years

Criminals, take note. Here in Maricopa County, we will enforce the law. Our County Attorney will assure of it. Congratulations to @Rachel1Mitchell on being sworn in as our county’s elected top prosecutor. I stand ready to help support her efforts in the Legislature.

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Maricopa County Attorney's Office

2 years

Congratulations to longtime prosecutor with MCAO, @Rachel1Mitchell , as she is sworn in as Elected Maricopa County Attorney! Read more here: #MaricopaCountyAttorney #MaricopaCounty

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Matt Gress

1 year

I proudly voted YES on #HB2509 , allowing food sales of homemade goods like tamales, chili, & barbecue. @CSInstituteAZ reports this bill would generate ~1,000 jobs & $51M for hardworking Arizonans. It benefits our Latino communities, churches, & rural AZ. #ArizonaForEveryone

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Common Sense Institute Arizona

1 year

NEW REPORT: @CSInstituteAZ finds H.B. 2509, AZ's Cottage Food Bill, would generate $55.3 million in new annual food sales, in addition to supporting 995 full-time equivalent jobs and a $62 million increase to the state GDP. Read more here:

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Matt Gress

4 months

It’s that time of year again in #LD4 ! The weather is PERFECT for knocking doors. 😅😅😅

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Matt Gress

2 months

Knock doors. Meet voters. Make a difference. Honored to work for #LD4 !

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Matt Gress

2 years

I’ll be working hard for #LD4 next year on the following House committees: ✅Approps ✅Approps Subcommittee on Education (Chair) ✅Commerce ✅Health & Human Services ✅Joint Legislative Budget Cmte ✅Joint Cmte on Capital Review ✅Joint Legislative Audit Cmte (Chair)

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