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| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=149 | McAdams votes for trade agreement to strengthen Utah economy; support Utah jobs | 2019-12-20 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Congressman Ben McAdams joined in the bipartisan vote to approve the U.S. Mexico Canada Trade Agreement (USMCA). McAdams has been a strong advocate for passage, urging all sides to reach an agreement and for Democratic leadership to bring it to the House floor for a vote before the end of 2019. This is a major win for Utah farmers and ranchers, medical equipment manufacturers, eCommerce companies, and the thousands of Utahns they employ. Mexico and Canada are key trading partners and the economic relationship between Utah and those countries supports more than 120,000 Utah jobs, said McAdams. At a recent roundtable in Utah with representatives from Utah businesses who trade with Mexico and Canada, McAdams said the message was clear: passage of USMCA must happen, and must happen soon, to provide the certainty they need to operate and grow their businesses. Utah agriculture groups say 20 percent of the state's agricultural products are sold to Mexico and Canada and a delay in approving the trade deal is a contributing factor to a 24 percent increase in farming and ranching bankruptcies in Utah. A medical device manufacturer noted that the trade agreement helps them recruit and retain highly-paid workers to compete with other companies serving international customers. A major Utah credit union said it's important to them as well, since it financially supports many Utah businesses seeking to expand into international markets. Utah County's economic growth is driven by a number of different factors, including international trade. USMCA is critical to our economic future because it will preserve and strengthen U.S. trade ties to Canada and Mexico, said Utah Valley Chamber of Commerce President and CEO, Rona Rahlf. McAdams said final negotiations on the trade deal resulted in stronger enforcement provisions on labor and environmental standards, ensuring U.S. companies are not undercut by weaker standards in other countries. Changes negotiated between Congress and the White House brought a wide range of … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-statement-articles-impeachment | McAdams statement on articles of impeachment | 2019-12-18 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | "I voted yes. What the President did was wrong. His actions weakened our country and the checks and balances enshrined in our founding documents. I voted to hold him accountable for that. People who I respect have reached different conclusions on the best course of action. We must continue to work together as a Congress and as a country and I will continue working with Republicans and Democrats to find solutions to lower prescription drug prices, strengthen Utah's economy, protect seniors and children from predators and improve air quality." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=148 | McAdams statement on articles of impeachment | 2019-12-18 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | McAdams statement on articles of impeachment December 18, 2019 "I voted yes. What the President did was wrong. His actions weakened our country and the checks and balances enshrined in our founding documents. I voted to hold him accountable for that. People who I respect have reached different conclusions on the best course of action. We must continue to work together as a Congress and as a country and I will continue working with Republicans and Democrats to find solutions to lower prescription drug prices, strengthen Utah's economy, protect seniors and children from predators and improve air quality." | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-votes-against-budget-busting-rushed-spending-package-one-major-win-no | McAdams votes against budget-busting, rushed spending package One major win – no pay raise for Congress | 2019-12-17 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams voted against two fiscally-reckless, end-of-the-year spending bills that are loaded with unpaid for provisions, adding an additional $500 billion to the federal debt over 10 years. The jumbo spending bills H.R. 1158 and H.R. 1865were hastily rushed through the House with little time for reading or review. The $500 billion is in addition to new funding levels set earlier this year shown by a nonpartisan analysis to add nearly $2 trillion to the national debt over the next decade. McAdams voted no on those higher funding levels as well. From the start of this budget year, both Republicans and Democrats have ignored the need to debate and prioritize spending and try to move towards a balanced federal budget. The result is these irresponsible bills that lack appropriate review for whether taxpayers are getting their money's worth. Voting on legislation without a Congressional Budget Office score and without a sufficient chance for Representatives or the public to review is Washington at its worst, said McAdams. One spending perk that isn't in the package is a Congressional pay increase. I'm proud that I led the fight on the House floor that successfully killed that idea floated by Democratic leadership. McAdams said the fiscal failure, unfortunately, overshadows what are some important wins for Utah that he fought for, such as funding for youth suicide prevention programs, ongoing support for community health centers serving low-income families, and additional funding for the Central Utah Project (added through a McAdams amendment). It includes the CREATES Act to lower prescription drug prices through increased generic drug competition and raises the national age to buy tobacco products to 21. McAdams said the package also bolsters cancer research funding for centers such as Huntsman Cancer Institute and support for Children's Justice Center programs serving victims of child abuse. McAdams said he learned, as Salt Lake County mayor, that a balanced budget that funds necessary ser… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=147 | McAdams votes against budget-busting, rushed spending package One major win no pay raise for Congress | 2019-12-17 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Congressman Ben McAdams voted against two fiscally-reckless, end-of-the-year spending bills that are loaded with unpaid for provisions, adding an additional $500 billion to the federal debt over 10 years. The jumbo spending bills H.R. 1158 and H.R. 1865were hastily rushed through the House with little time for reading or review. The $500 billion is in addition to new funding levels set earlier this year shown by a nonpartisan analysis to add nearly $2 trillion to the national debt over the next decade. McAdams voted no on those higher funding levels as well. From the start of this budget year, both Republicans and Democrats have ignored the need to debate and prioritize spending and try to move towards a balanced federal budget. The result is these irresponsible bills that lack appropriate review for whether taxpayers are getting their money's worth. Voting on legislation without a Congressional Budget Office score and without a sufficient chance for Representatives or the public to review is Washington at its worst, said McAdams. One spending perk that isn't in the package is a Congressional pay increase. I'm proud that I led the fight on the House floor that successfully killed that idea floated by Democratic leadership. McAdams said the fiscal failure, unfortunately, overshadows what are some important wins for Utah that he fought for, such as funding for youth suicide prevention programs, ongoing support for community health centers serving low-income families, and additional funding for the Central Utah Project (added through a McAdams amendment). It includes the CREATES Act to lower prescription drug prices through increased generic drug competition and raises the national age to buy tobacco products to 21. McAdams said the package also bolsters cancer research funding for centers such as Huntsman Cancer Institute and support for Children's Justice Center programs serving victims of child abuse. McAdams said he learned, as Salt Lake County mayor, that a balanced budget that funds necessary services c… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-mcadams-statement-articles-impeachment | Rep. McAdams' statement on articles of impeachment | 2019-12-16 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | I came to Congress to do the right thing for Utah and America. I pledged to put country over party and to work with both parties and with the President to get things done. And I have. While some in Congress focused on investigating the President, I'm working to make prescription drugs affordable, strengthen Utah's economy, protect seniors and children from predators and clean our dirty air. I was sworn in, taking an oath to uphold the Constitution, and the Constitution requires me to study the articles of impeachment and to vote on them. In my eleven months of service in Congress, I have been disappointed and distressed by the behavior of both parties. Some Democrats are all too gleeful about the serious matter before us and they reflexively oppose anything the President proposes. Senate Republicans have ignored over 275 bipartisan bills passed by the House, denying progress on many issues. House Republicans have dismissed the testimony of lifelong public servants who have implicated the President in alarming behavior. I recognize that we are living in contentious times. Democrats and Republicans in Congress have conducted themselves in such a way over the last decade, and especially in the last year, that neither party has the public's confidence to fulfill this serious duty with credibility. They have squandered the trust the Constitution and the American public demand of them in these serious times. I hoped to find bipartisan common ground to censure the President instead of putting the country through a divisive and lengthy Senate impeachment trial with a predetermined outcome of dismissal. I believe a bipartisan action better protects our country from future election meddling and presidential wrongdoing than a party line impeachment followed by a Senate show trial that makes a mockery of objective consideration of the President's deeds. But that's not the choice I have before me. My duty is to the Constitution and our country. What the President did was wrong. His actions warrant accountability. I cannot tur… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=146 | Rep. McAdams' statement on articles of impeachment | 2019-12-16 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | I came to Congress to do the right thing for Utah and America. I pledged to put country over party and to work with both parties and with the President to get things done. And I have. While some in Congress focused on investigating the President, I'm working to make prescription drugs affordable, strengthen Utah's economy, protect seniors and children from predators and clean our dirty air. I was sworn in, taking an oath to uphold the Constitution, and the Constitution requires me to study the articles of impeachment and to vote on them. In my eleven months of service in Congress, I have been disappointed and distressed by the behavior of both parties. Some Democrats are all too gleeful about the serious matter before us and they reflexively oppose anything the President proposes. Senate Republicans have ignored over 275 bipartisan bills passed by the House, denying progress on many issues. House Republicans have dismissed the testimony of lifelong public servants who have implicated the President in alarming behavior. I recognize that we are living in contentious times. Democrats and Republicans in Congress have conducted themselves in such a way over the last decade, and especially in the last year, that neither party has the public's confidence to fulfill this serious duty with credibility. They have squandered the trust the Constitution and the American public demand of them in these serious times. I hoped to find bipartisan common ground to censure the President instead of putting the country through a divisive and lengthy Senate impeachment trial with a predetermined outcome of dismissal. I believe a bipartisan action better protects our country from future election meddling and presidential wrongdoing than a party line impeachment followed by a Senate show trial that makes a mockery of objective consideration of the President's deeds. But that's not the choice I have before me. My duty is to the Constitution and our country. What the President did was wrong. His actions warrant accountability. I ca… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-demands-end-politics-wants-bipartisan-action-lowering-prescription-drug | McAdams demands an end to politics; wants bipartisan action on lowering prescription drug prices | 2019-12-12 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams voted yes on H.R. 3 as well as on a Republican alternative that provides relief from high prescription drug prices. He said both parties and both the House and the Senate must stop playing political games with this issue and come together to get something done. McAdams said that unaffordableprescription drugs are a top concern for Utah families and the main driver of higher health care costs for everyone.McAdams argues it is critical to provide Utahns with relief from high prescription drug prices as soon as possible. The cost of many life-saving prescription drugs is too high. Utah moms have told me frightening stories about the outrageous costs of insulin for their kids. Without taking meaningful action, we are hurting Utahnsespecially older Utahnswho are forced to choose between filling their prescriptions and paying their bills, said McAdams. McAdams said that H.R. 3 includes changes important to older Americans, such as capping out-of-pocket drug costs and reversing years of unfair price hikes above inflation. While he supports these changes, he wants legislation that can get to the President's desk quickly. McAdams calls on Congress to stay over Christmas recess and get this solved. "Leaders in both parties like to complain about the other side not getting anything done but then refuse to put forward bills that have an actual chance of gaining bipartisan support. Everyone agrees we must make prescription drugs more affordable and stop the abusive practices of the pharmaceutical industry.So, let's hash this out and get something done. There is a bipartisan bill in the Senate that Senators aren't allowed to vote on.There are two bills in the House that aren't that far apart.Instead of working together everyone is trying to score political points while the pharmaceutical industry spends tens of millions to keep the status quo.Enough is enough. I'm tired of watching working families pay the price for these political games. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=144 | McAdams demands an end to politics; wants bipartisan action on lowering prescription drug prices | 2019-12-12 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | McAdams demands an end to politics; wants bipartisan action on lowering prescription drug prices December 12, 2019 Congressman Ben McAdams voted yes on H.R. 3 as well as on a Republican alternative that provides relief from high prescription drug prices. He said both parties and both the House and the Senate must stop playing political games with this issue and come together to get something done. McAdams said that unaffordable prescription drugs are a top concern for Utah families and the main driver of higher health care costs for everyone. McAdams argues it is critical to provide Utahns with relief from high prescription drug prices as soon as possible. The cost of many life-saving prescription drugs is too high. Utah moms have told me frightening stories about the outrageous costs of insulin for their kids. Without taking meaningful action, we are hurting Utahnsespecially older Utahnswho are forced to choose between filling their prescriptions and paying their bills, said McAdams. McAdams said that H.R. 3 includes changes important to older Americans, such as capping out-of-pocket drug costs and reversing years of unfair price hikes above inflation. While he supports these changes, he wants legislation that can get to the President's desk quickly. McAdams calls on Congress to stay over Christmas recess and get this solved. "Leaders in both parties like to complain about the other side not getting anything done but then refuse to put forward bills that have an actual chance of gaining bipartisan support. Everyone agrees we must make prescription drugs more affordable and stop the abusive practices of the pharmaceutical industry. So, let's hash this out and get something done. There is a bipartisan bill in the Senate that Senators aren't allowed to vote on. There are two bills in the House that aren't that far apart. Instead of working together everyone is trying to score political points w… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-votes-strong-national-defense-support-military-families | McAdams votes for strong national defense; support for military families | 2019-12-11 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams today voted for the bipartisan National Defense Authorization Act, (NDAA) which invests in U.S. military readiness and meets the needs of the nation's military men and women and their families. McAdams supported S. 1790-- the conference report outlining House and Senate agreement on defense department needs. The men and women who wear the uniform and put their lives on the line to defend our country deserve our strong commitment to the success of their mission and support for their sacrifices. This legislation honors our promise to give them the tools, training and benefits they deserve as they work to keep us safe and protect our freedom, said McAdams. McAdams says the bill provides a 3.1 percent pay raise (the largest in a decade) for service men and women and includes a bill McAdams backed which extends Tricare (military health care) to certain Reserve members of the Armed Services. It also offers 12 weeks of paid parental leave for federal civilian employees, giving them parity with active military. It also repeals the so-called widow's tax, which currently reduces payments to families of fallen service members from the Survivor Benefit Plan, by the amount they receive from the VA Dependency and Indemnity Compensation program. It repeals this reduction over a three-year period, allowing surviving families to collect both payments in full. McAdams backed a stand-alone bill to repeal this harmful tax on military widows. McAdams said the bill also requires the Defense Department to develop a comprehensive mental health policy that looks at the availability of mental health services for service members. It allows service members to be referred to mental health services in the civilian community within 15 days of requesting treatment, if services aren't available at a Military Treatment Facility. The legislation includes provisions designed to counter Russian influence and election interference efforts as part of the FY 2020 Intelligence Authorization Act, which is included in … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=143 | McAdams votes for strong national defense; support for military families | 2019-12-11 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Congressman Ben McAdams today voted for the bipartisan National Defense Authorization Act, (NDAA) which invests in U.S. military readiness and meets the needs of the nation's military men and women and their families. McAdams supported S. 1790-- the conference report outlining House and Senate agreement on defense department needs. The men and women who wear the uniform and put their lives on the line to defend our country deserve our strong commitment to the success of their mission and support for their sacrifices. This legislation honors our promise to give them the tools, training and benefits they deserve as they work to keep us safe and protect our freedom, said McAdams. McAdams says the bill provides a 3.1 percent pay raise (the largest in a decade) for service men and women and includes a bill McAdams backed which extends Tricare (military health care) to certain Reserve members of the Armed Services. It also offers 12 weeks of paid parental leave for federal civilian employees, giving them parity with active military. It also repeals the so-called widow's tax, which currently reduces payments to families of fallen service members from the Survivor Benefit Plan, by the amount they receive from the VA Dependency and Indemnity Compensation program. It repeals this reduction over a three-year period, allowing surviving families to collect both payments in full. McAdams backed a stand-alone bill to repeal this harmful tax on military widows. McAdams said the bill also requires the Defense Department to develop a comprehensive mental health policy that looks at the availability of mental health services for service members. It allows service members to be referred to mental health services in the civilian community within 15 days of requesting treatment, if services aren't available at a Military Treatment Facility. The legislation includes provisions designed to counter Russian influence and election interference efforts as part of the FY 2020 Intelligence Authorization Act, which is included in the NDA… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-welcomes-house-vote-trade-agreement-canada-mexico | McAdams welcomes House vote on trade agreement with Canada, Mexico | 2019-12-10 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams welcomed the announcement that the U.S. Mexico Canada Trade Agreement (USMCA) will come to the House floor for a vote. McAdams has been urging that it receive a vote since August conversations with Vice President Pence in Utah. McAdams said he's glad that negotiations have resulted in stronger enforcement provisions while keeping to his preferred timeline of completion this year. I've spent months urging leaders on both sides to come to an agreement, which will strengthen Utah's economy and create more Utah jobs. Today's announcement is an important and long overdue step to modernize the 1994 agreement known as NAFTA.USMCA represents progress - for farmers and ranchers, for auto workers, medical equipment manufacturers, and others. Getting it across the finish line is a top legislative priority for me, said McAdams. McAdams said that North American trade is a multi-trillion -dollar economic relationship between the U.S. and its two neighbors. It supports millions of American jobs in Utah alone, trade with Mexico and Canada supports over 120,000 jobsjobs that pay the rent, provide health care, send kids to college and help Utahns save for retirement. Over $418 million dollars' worth of agricultural exports are sent from Utah to its North American neighbors each year. We were elected to move forward on priorities that matter to people's everyday lives. Nothing is more fundamental than for businesses, and employees, and communities to have stability on the economic front. Open and fair trade is a win for Utah and for America, said McAdams. See Congressman McAdams' House floor speech here. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=77 | McAdams welcomes House vote on trade agreement with Canada, Mexico | 2019-12-10 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Congressman Ben McAdams welcomed the announcement that the U.S. Mexico Canada Trade Agreement (USMCA) will come to the House floor for a vote. McAdams has been urging that it receive a vote since August conversations with Vice President Pence in Utah. McAdams said he's glad that negotiations have resulted in stronger enforcement provisions while keeping to his preferred timeline of completion this year. I've spent months urging leaders on both sides to come to an agreement, which will strengthen Utah's economy and create more Utah jobs. Today's announcement is an important and long overdue step to modernize the 1994 agreement known as NAFTA.USMCA represents progress - for farmers and ranchers, for auto workers, medical equipment manufacturers, and others. Getting it across the finish line is a top legislative priority for me, said McAdams. McAdams said that North American trade is a multi-trillion -dollar economic relationship between the U.S. and its two neighbors. It supports millions of American jobs in Utah alone, trade with Mexico and Canada supports over 120,000 jobsjobs that pay the rent, provide health care, send kids to college and help Utahns save for retirement. Over $418 million dollars' worth of agricultural exports are sent from Utah to its North American neighbors each year. We were elected to move forward on priorities that matter to people's everyday lives. Nothing is more fundamental than for businesses, and employees, and communities to have stability on the economic front. Open and fair trade is a win for Utah and for America, said McAdams. See Congressman McAdams' House floor speech here. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-bill-restore-strengthen-social-security-medicare-endorsed-fiscally | McAdams’ bill to restore, strengthen Social Security, Medicare endorsed by fiscally-responsible Blue Dog Coalition | 2019-12-06 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams welcomed the endorsement by the fiscally-responsible Blue Dog Coalition for his bipartisan bill to bolster endangered federal trust funds, including Social Security and Medicare. McAdams and Utah Senator Mitt Romney have introduced the Time to Rescue United States' Trusts (TRUST) Act (H.R. 4907) in the House and Senate. Without legislative action, the government's vital trust funds Highway, Medicare Hospital Insurance, and Social Securitywill be exhausted in the next 13 years. Millions of Americans depend on the benefits they've earned through Social Security and Medicare programs over a lifetime of hard work, said McAdams. We owe it to them and to future generations to carefully consider the options that will ensure we protect and strengthen these programs. Republicans and Democrats must engage in a serious conversation about how we keep the promises we've made about aging with dignity in our country. We can't keep these promises without working together to get our fiscal house in order. How the TRUST Act works: The Treasury Department would have 45 days upon passage of the legislation to deliver to Congress a report of the government's major, endangered federal trust funds. Congressional leaders would appoint members to serve on Rescue Committeesone per trust fundwith the mandate to draft legislation that restores solvency and otherwise improves each trust fund program. Rescue Committees would ensure bipartisan consensus by requiring at least two members of each party to report legislation. If a Rescue Committee reports a qualifying bill for its trust fund program, it would receive expedited consideration in both chambers. The TRUST Act is supported by other organizations, including the following: Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget, Americans for Prosperity, Bipartisan Policy Center, Brookings Institution, Concord Coalition, and FreedomWorks. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=78 | McAdams bill to restore, strengthen Social Security, Medicare endorsed by fiscally-responsible Blue Dog Coalition | 2019-12-06 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | McAdams' bill to restore, strengthen Social Security, Medicare endorsed by fiscally-responsible Blue Dog Coalition December 6, 2019 Congressman Ben McAdams welcomed the endorsement by the fiscally-responsible Blue Dog Coalition for his bipartisan bill to bolster endangered federal trust funds, including Social Security and Medicare. McAdams and Utah Senator Mitt Romney have introduced the Time to Rescue United States' Trusts (TRUST) Act (H.R. 4907) in the House and Senate. Without legislative action, the government's vital trust funds Highway, Medicare Hospital Insurance, and Social Securitywill be exhausted in the next 13 years. Millions of Americans depend on the benefits they've earned through Social Security and Medicare programs over a lifetime of hard work, said McAdams. We owe it to them and to future generations to carefully consider the options that will ensure we protect and strengthen these programs. Republicans and Democrats must engage in a serious conversation about how we keep the promises we've made about aging with dignity in our country. We can't keep these promises without working together to get our fiscal house in order. How the TRUST Act works: The Treasury Department would have 45 days upon passage of the legislation to deliver to Congress a report of the government's major, endangered federal trust funds. Congressional leaders would appoint members to serve on Rescue Committeesone per trust fundwith the mandate to draft legislation that restores solvency and otherwise improves each trust fund program. Rescue Committees would ensure bipartisan consensus by requiring at least two members of each party to report legislation. If a Rescue Committee reports a qualifying bill for its trust fund program, it would receive expedited consideration in both chambers. The TRUST Act is supported by other organizations, including the following: Committee for a Responsible Federa… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-votes-measure-put-end-illegal-robocalls | McAdams votes for measure to put an end to illegal robocalls | 2019-12-04 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams voted for a measure to put an end to illegal robocalls and to hold violators responsible by imposing fines and streamlining enforcement action. The Telephone Robocall Abuse Criminal Enforcement and Deterrence (TRACED) Act, (S. 151) is an agreement between similar Senate and House bills designed to put Americans back in charge of their phones. McAdams signed on to H.R. 3375 the Stopping Bad Robocalls Act, a similar measure, which passed the House in July by a vote of 429-3. The legislation allows the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to fine robocall or spoofing violators as much as $10,000 per violation, with additional penalties of up to $10,000 for intentional violations. Spoofing is the practice of making calls with misleading caller identification information. Illegal robocalls are annoying, disruptive and often a way to perpetrate phone scams, said McAdams. This legislation will require telephone carriers to verify calls and to block robocalls in a consistent and transparent way, all at no extra charge to consumers. McAdams said the measure, which includes parts of a House-passed robocall bill, would ensure that the FCC, working with the Federal Trade Commission, would report to Congress on its enforcement efforts, including the numbers of complaints, citations issued, and fines imposed. The measure doesn't change the exception that allows robocalls to be made to individuals who have a previous relationship with the caller, such as a business's customers. In addition, the FCC would have to launch action to protect consumers from one-ring scams, in which a call is ended very shortly after it's made to prompt the called party to return the call, subjecting them to charges. The legislation now goes to the President for his signature. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=66 | McAdams votes for measure to put an end to illegal robocalls | 2019-12-04 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Congressman Ben McAdams voted for a measure to put an end to illegal robocalls and to hold violators responsible by imposing fines and streamlining enforcement action. The Telephone Robocall Abuse Criminal Enforcement and Deterrence (TRACED) Act, (S. 151) is an agreement between similar Senate and House bills designed to put Americans back in charge of their phones. McAdams signed on to H.R. 3375 the Stopping Bad Robocalls Act, a similar measure, which passed the House in July by a vote of 429-3. The legislation allows the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to fine robocall or spoofing violators as much as $10,000 per violation, with additional penalties of up to $10,000 for intentional violations. Spoofing is the practice of making calls with misleading caller identification information. Illegal robocalls are annoying, disruptive and often a way to perpetrate phone scams, said McAdams. This legislation will require telephone carriers to verify calls and to block robocalls in a consistent and transparent way, all at no extra charge to consumers. McAdams said the measure, which includes parts of a House-passed robocall bill, would ensure that the FCC, working with the Federal Trade Commission, would report to Congress on its enforcement efforts, including the numbers of complaints, citations issued, and fines imposed. The measure doesn't change the exception that allows robocalls to be made to individuals who have a previous relationship with the caller, such as a business's customers. In addition, the FCC would have to launch action to protect consumers from one-ring scams, in which a call is ended very shortly after it's made to prompt the called party to return the call, subjecting them to charges. The legislation now goes to the President for his signature. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-calls-tech-industry-protect-children-dangerous-app-content | McAdams calls on tech industry to protect children from dangerous app content | 2019-11-21 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams introduced a resolution designed to empower parents to protect their children from dangerous and exploitative content on digital apps. McAdams joined Congressman Mike Johnson (R-LA) on a House resolution (H. Res. 721) to resolve barriers that prevent adults from effectively protecting their children. The resolution calls on technology and app development companies to establish an app rating board, comprised of industry representatives, and child development and child protection experts to 1) establish new criteria for appropriate content for age-specific app ratings, 2) review app ratings and descriptions of the most downloaded apps, and 3) impose sanctions for noncompliance. The model is based on the ratings provided to parents from the film and video game industry. As a parent to four kids, this issue really hits home for me. My wife Julie and I are always looking for tools that will help protect our children online, said McAdams. Salt Lake County police arrested 30 online predators in four days last month alone, in a crackdown on cybercrimes. This resolution is a commonsense step that parents, tech companies and law enforcement can all support. Nothing should get in the way of keeping our children safe from online exploitation. Research shows that children ages 8-12 are exposed to online content an average of six hours a day. McAdams says that parents do their best to monitor their kids' exposure to harmful apps, but the tech industry can and should do more to give parents stream-lined app ratings and more user-friendly parental controls. McAdams said the resolution is supported by the Fix App Ratings Coalition and the National Center on Sexual Exploitation, among others. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=41 | McAdams calls on tech industry to protect children from dangerous app content | 2019-11-21 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Congressman Ben McAdams introduced a resolution designed to empower parents to protect their children from dangerous and exploitative content on digital apps. McAdams joined Congressman Mike Johnson (R-LA) on a House resolution (H. Res. 721) to resolve barriers that prevent adults from effectively protecting their children. The resolution calls on technology and app development companies to establish an app rating board, comprised of industry representatives, and child development and child protection experts to 1) establish new criteria for appropriate content for age-specific app ratings, 2) review app ratings and descriptions of the most downloaded apps, and 3) impose sanctions for noncompliance. The model is based on the ratings provided to parents from the film and video game industry. As a parent to four kids, this issue really hits home for me. My wife Julie and I are always looking for tools that will help protect our children online, said McAdams. Salt Lake County police arrested 30 online predators in four days last month alone, in a crackdown on cybercrimes. This resolution is a commonsense step that parents, tech companies and law enforcement can all support. Nothing should get in the way of keeping our children safe from online exploitation. Research shows that children ages 8-12 are exposed to online content an average of six hours a day. McAdams says that parents do their best to monitor their kids' exposure to harmful apps, but the tech industry can and should do more to give parents stream-lined app ratings and more user-friendly parental controls. McAdams said the resolution is supported by the Fix App Ratings Coalition and the National Center on Sexual Exploitation, among others. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=86 | McAdams bill aiding consumers hurt by investment fraud passes the House | 2019-11-19 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Congressman Ben McAdams' bill to improve the likelihood that investors who are defrauded by white collar criminals recover their hard-earned money, passed the House today with strong bipartisan support. The legislation gives more tools to federal securities investigators who work on some of the most notorious and complicated investment fraud cases, such as the Bernie Madoff and Allen Stanford schemes. McAdams introduced the billthe Investor Protection and Capital Markets Fairness Act (H.R. 4344)together with Congressman Bill Huizenga (R-MI). Both are members of the House Financial Services Committee. U.S. capital markets are the envy of the world, promoting job growth and economic opportunity. But they only work to the extent that investors have faith that fraudsters cannot profit off wrongdoing. This legislation extends the time for the Securities and Exchange Commission to get back money from white collar criminals who prey on innocent investors and steal millions to enrich themselves. Those who commit fraud should not profit from their crimes and this bill helps ensure that victims recover what was stolen from them, said McAdams. McAdams says the bill is a response to a 2017 Supreme Court decision, which ruled that the SEC's authority to get convicted fraud perpetrators to return their ill-gotten gains was subject to a five-year statute of limitations. The case stems from the federal prosecution of Charles Kokesh, who owned a firm that provided investment advice to business development companies. Over more than a decade, Kokesh misappropriated tens of millions of dollars from these companies, funding a lavish lifestyle for himself while defrauding investors out of hard-earned funds. Kokesh was convicted and ordered to pay a civil penalty but due to time limitations imposed by the courts, he only had to repay $5 million of the $35 million in stolen funds. In the two years since the Kokesh ruling, the SEC estimates that it has had to forgo approximately $1.1 billion dollars in ill-gotten gains in prosecuted c… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-advances-bill-improve-science-technology-engineering-and-math-education | McAdams advances bill to improve science, technology, engineering and math education in rural schools | 2019-11-18 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams' bipartisan legislation to enhance STEM education in rural schools has been advanced by a House committee. The Rural STEM Education Act (H.R. 4979) was approved unanimously in the House Science, Space and Technology Committee, a step towards consideration by the full House. Congressman Frank Lucas, (R-OK) is the lead Republican on the bill. Nearly half of all public schools are considered rural and more than 9 million students in the U.S. attend rural schools. Those schools face unique barriers to providing STEM education, including a shortage of science and math teachers, high teacher turnover and difficulty accessing online and computer-based technology. This legislation gives teachers, students and rural communities some of the tools they need to overcome these challenges. This legislation provides research grants that help educators develop tools for the classroom that are inexpensive but effective STEM teaching methods, said McAdams. What works could range from industry partnerships to mobile labs, as long as it's proven to get kids excited about and successful in STEM. "Supporting teachers and students with increased access to STEM resources will greatly improve the educational opportunities for rural students, who can use those STEM tools to succeed in a global economy, often times without having to leave their hometown. This will strengthen the rural economies, which in turn strengthens the whole state, said Dr. Tamara Goetz, Executive Director, Utah STEM Action Network. McAdams said the bill also authorizes National Science Foundation grants on evaluating the use of online courses for STEM in rural communities. It also authorizes a National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) prize competition on creative technologies to deploy affordable and reliable broadband to underserved rural communities. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-bill-aiding-consumers-hurt-investment-fraud-passes-house | McAdams’ bill aiding consumers hurt by investment fraud passes the House | 2019-11-18 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams' bill to improve the likelihood that investors who are defrauded by white collar criminals recover their hard-earned money, passed the House today with strong bipartisan support. The legislation gives more tools to federal securities investigators who work on some of the most notorious and complicated investment fraud cases, such as the Bernie Madoff and Allen Stanford schemes. McAdams introduced the billthe Investor Protection and Capital Markets Fairness Act (H.R. 4344)together with Congressman Bill Huizenga (R-MI). Both are members of the House Financial Services Committee. U.S. capital markets are the envy of the world, promoting job growth and economic opportunity. But they only work to the extent that investors have faith that fraudsters cannot profit off wrongdoing. This legislation extends the time for the Securities and Exchange Commission to get back money from white collar criminals who prey on innocent investors and steal millions to enrich themselves. Those who commit fraud should not profit from their crimes and this bill helps ensure that victims recover what was stolen from them, said McAdams. McAdams says the bill is a response to a 2017 Supreme Court decision, which ruled that the SEC's authority to get convicted fraud perpetrators to return their ill-gotten gains was subject to a five-year statute of limitations. The case stems from the federal prosecution of Charles Kokesh, who owned a firm that provided investment advice to business development companies. Over more than a decade, Kokesh misappropriated tens of millions of dollars from these companies, funding a lavish lifestyle for himself while defrauding investors out of hard-earned funds. Kokesh was convicted and ordered to pay a civil penalty but due to time limitations imposed by the courts, he only had to repay $5 million of the $35 million in stolen funds. In the two years since the Kokesh ruling, the SEC estimates that it has had to forgo approximately $1.1 billion dollars in ill-gotten gains in pr… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=87 | McAdams advances bill to improve science, technology, engineering and math education in rural schools | 2019-11-18 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Congressman Ben McAdams' bipartisan legislation to enhance STEM education in rural schools has been advanced by a House committee. The Rural STEM Education Act (H.R. 4979) was approved unanimously in the House Science, Space and Technology Committee, a step towards consideration by the full House. Congressman Frank Lucas, (R-OK) is the lead Republican on the bill. Nearly half of all public schools are considered rural and more than 9 million students in the U.S. attend rural schools. Those schools face unique barriers to providing STEM education, including a shortage of science and math teachers, high teacher turnover and difficulty accessing online and computer-based technology. This legislation gives teachers, students and rural communities some of the tools they need to overcome these challenges. This legislation provides research grants that help educators develop tools for the classroom that are inexpensive but effective STEM teaching methods, said McAdams. What works could range from industry partnerships to mobile labs, as long as it's proven to get kids excited about and successful in STEM. "Supporting teachers and students with increased access to STEM resources will greatly improve the educational opportunities for rural students, who can use those STEM tools to succeed in a global economy, often times without having to leave their hometown. This will strengthen the rural economies, which in turn strengthens the whole state, said Dr. Tamara Goetz, Executive Director, Utah STEM Action Network. McAdams said the bill also authorizes National Science Foundation grants on evaluating the use of online courses for STEM in rural communities. It also authorizes a National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) prize competition on creative technologies to deploy affordable and reliable broadband to underserved rural communities. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-votes-renew-us-export-credit-agency | McAdams votes to renew U.S. export credit agency | 2019-11-15 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams voted with Republicans and Democrats to reauthorize America's export credit agencythe Export-Import Bankwhich both business and labor agree has been an engine of economic development and job creation. McAdams supported the U.S. Export Finance Agency Act of 2019 (H.R. 4863), which renews the credit agency through 2029 and improves the agency's ability to support exports and Utah's small businesses' reach to global customers. McAdams is an early supporter of the bill and a member of the House Financial Services Committee which held hearings on the measure. The export credit agency's charter expired at the end of September but has received temporary extensions. The finance agency directly supports thousands of American jobs at no cost to the taxpayer. Its role is to provide short-term credit when the private sector is unwilling or unable to finance businesses' efforts to expand into global markets and compete through sales of U.S. goods and services. Its support is indispensable to companies and supply chains before they can bid on overseas projects-- who need credit-backing and insurance for everything from airliners to advanced technology, said McAdams. The U.S. Export Finance Agency is demand-driven and fee-based. Its products include: Direct loans to foreign buyers of U.S. exports Insurance to protect U.S. exporters or financial institutions against certain risks of exporting Short-term, secured working capital loans and guarantees, usually to small businesses In fiscal year 2014 (the last fiscal year the bank was fully operational), the bank authorized $20.5 billion for 3,746 transactions, to support an estimated $27.5 billion in U.S. exports and more than 164,000 U.S. jobs. The Finance Agency charges fees for its services that have generated $9.6 billion in returns for the U.S. Treasury since 1992. McAdams also offered an amendment blocking the Export Finance Agency from supporting any transactions to people involved with illegal trafficking of synthetic opioids, highli… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=76 | McAdams votes to renew U.S. export credit agency | 2019-11-15 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Congressman Ben McAdams voted with Republicans and Democrats to reauthorize America's export credit agencythe Export-Import Bankwhich both business and labor agree has been an engine of economic development and job creation. McAdams supported the U.S. Export Finance Agency Act of 2019 (H.R. 4863), which renews the credit agency through 2029 and improves the agency's ability to support exports and Utah's small businesses' reach to global customers. McAdams is an early supporter of the bill and a member of the House Financial Services Committee which held hearings on the measure. The export credit agency's charter expired at the end of September but has received temporary extensions. The finance agency directly supports thousands of American jobs at no cost to the taxpayer. Its role is to provide short-term credit when the private sector is unwilling or unable to finance businesses' efforts to expand into global markets and compete through sales of U.S. goods and services. Its support is indispensable to companies and supply chains before they can bid on overseas projects-- who need credit-backing and insurance for everything from airliners to advanced technology, said McAdams. The U.S. Export Finance Agency is demand-driven and fee-based. Its products include: Direct loans to foreign buyers of U.S. exports Insurance to protect U.S. exporters or financial institutions against certain risks of exporting Short-term, secured working capital loans and guarantees, usually to small businesses In fiscal year 2014 (the last fiscal year the bank was fully operational), the bank authorized $20.5 billion for 3,746 transactions, to support an estimated $27.5 billion in U.S. exports and more than 164,000 U.S. jobs. The Finance Agency charges fees for its services that have generated $9.6 billion in returns for the U.S. Treasury since 1992. McAdams also offered an amendment blocking the Export Finance Agency from supporting any transactions to people involved with illegal trafficking of synthetic opioids, highlighti… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-bill-advances-spur-more-research-causes-prevention-suicide | McAdams’ bill advances to spur more research into causes, prevention of suicide | 2019-11-13 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams' Advancing Research to Prevent Suicide Act (H.R. 4704) is moving forward rapidly, gaining approval today in the House Science, Space and Technology Committee. The vote in committee was unanimous. The measure introduced in the House last month with Congressman Anthony Gonzalez (R-OH) directs the National Science Foundation to fund competitive research grants across a range of disciplines, with the goal of understanding why the rate of Americans dying by suicide is on the rise. McAdams said the legislation specifically directs the National Science Foundation to support work of early career research to strengthen the suicide research field. This is a complex issue that requires an all-hands-on-deck approach, including more research, more mental health providers, more education and less stigma for those struggling with a mental health crisis. Encouraging more fundamental research on the biological, social and cultural and environmental factors related to why suicide occurs is an important step towards saving lives, said McAdams. According to the largest private funder of suicide prevention research the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP)90 percent of people who die by suicide have an underlying and potentially treatablemental health condition. AFSP finds that if someone can get through the intense and short moment of active suicidal crisis, chances are they will not die by suicide. Themeasure is endorsed by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and the American Psychological Association. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-votes-bipartisan-bills-supporting-veterans | McAdams votes for bipartisan bills supporting veterans | 2019-11-13 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams supported numerous bipartisan bills to serve veterans, including one to protect their GI educational benefits and another to offer tele-hearings before the Board of Veterans' Appeals. It is fitting that this week following Veterans Day, when we commemorate the service and sacrifice of our veterans, we also address issues of health, employment, education, credit, and battlefield memorials that are important to them and to their families, said McAdams. As a nation, we are in their debt and we owe it to them to deliver the benefits and support they have earned. McAdams supported nearly a dozen bills voted on Tuesday including: H.R. 4360 VA Overpayments and Credit reports. This measure requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to tell credit reporting companies to remove erroneous information from the credit reports of veterans who received an overpayment of benefits from the department. Congressman McAdams passed a related amendment to the VA spending measure earlier this year that ensures the VA is following consumer protections requirements for veterans who face adverse credit report information following inappropriate or delayed payment information related to the VA's community care programs. H.R.4625 Veterans Educational Programs. This measure would bar colleges from receiving GI Bill educational assistance payments on behalf of student veterans if they misrepresent their costs and job placement rates or are at risk of losing accreditation. The legislation would also allow military personnel who have served for a required period to transfer some of their VA educational benefits to their spouses and children. H.R. 4771, Remote Hearings for Veterans. This measure would allow veterans with pending cases to appear remotely before the Board of Veterans' Appeals (headquartered in Washington D.C.) rather than in person. H.R. 3224, Female Vets' Health & Harassment. This measure requires the VA to establish policies to report and respond to harassment and sexual assault a… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=49 | McAdams votes for bipartisan bills supporting veterans | 2019-11-13 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | McAdams votes for bipartisan bills supporting veterans November 13, 2019 Congressman Ben McAdams supported numerous bipartisan bills to serve veterans, including one to protect their GI educational benefits and another to offer tele-hearings before the Board of Veterans' Appeals. It is fitting that this week following Veterans Day, when we commemorate the service and sacrifice of our veterans, we also address issues of health, employment, education, credit, and battlefield memorials that are important to them and to their families, said McAdams. As a nation, we are in their debt and we owe it to them to deliver the benefits and support they have earned. McAdams supported nearly a dozen bills voted on Tuesday including: H.R. 4360 VA Overpayments and Credit reports. This measure requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to tell credit reporting companies to remove erroneous information from the credit reports of veterans who received an overpayment of benefits from the department. Congressman McAdams passed a related amendment to the VA spending measure earlier this year that ensures the VA is following consumer protections requirements for veterans who face adverse credit report information following inappropriate or delayed payment information related to the VA's community care programs. H.R.4625 Veterans Educational Programs. This measure would bar colleges from receiving GI Bill educational assistance payments on behalf of student veterans if they misrepresent their costs and job placement rates or are at risk of losing accreditation. The legislation would also allow military personnel who have served for a required period to transfer some of their VA educational benefits to their spouses and children. H.R. 4771, Remote Hearings for Veterans. This measure would allow veterans with pending cases to appear remotely before the Board of Veterans' Appeals (headquartered in Washington D.C.) … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=85 | McAdams bill advances to spur more research into causes, prevention of suicide | 2019-11-13 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Congressman Ben McAdams' Advancing Research to Prevent Suicide Act (H.R. 4704) is moving forward rapidly, gaining approval today in the House Science, Space and Technology Committee. The vote in committee was unanimous. The measure introduced in the House last month with Congressman Anthony Gonzalez (R-OH) directs the National Science Foundation to fund competitive research grants across a range of disciplines, with the goal of understanding why the rate of Americans dying by suicide is on the rise. McAdams said the legislation specifically directs the National Science Foundation to support work of early career research to strengthen the suicide research field. This is a complex issue that requires an all-hands-on-deck approach, including more research, more mental health providers, more education and less stigma for those struggling with a mental health crisis. Encouraging more fundamental research on the biological, social and cultural and environmental factors related to why suicide occurs is an important step towards saving lives, said McAdams. According to the largest private funder of suicide prevention research the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP)90 percent of people who die by suicide have an underlying and potentially treatablemental health condition. AFSP finds that if someone can get through the intense and short moment of active suicidal crisis, chances are they will not die by suicide. Themeasure is endorsed by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and the American Psychological Association. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-votes-for-openness-fairness-transparency | McAdams votes for openness, fairness, and transparency | 2019-10-31 | 2019 | 2019-10 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams voted for H. Res 660 that outlines a fair, public process that protects the rights of the president and the minority party, allows the public release of the transcripts of witness depositions, and provides for the public testimony of witnesses before the House Intelligence Committee. Today's vote is not a vote for or against impeachment. It is a vote to gather facts and create a fair process. Utahns deserve an opportunity to judge the facts for themselves rather than taking the Republican or Democratic Party's spin. To ensure transparency, facts, witness testimony and documents must be brought forward to be considered objectively by all members of the House and by the American people. These are serious times, and we must treat this process with reverence and respect for our country and our Constitution. I will not decide for or against impeachment until the time that the facts have been disclosed and I have had a chance to weigh all the facts and evidence. In the meantime, I am focused on the issues that Utahns sent me here to work on, such as lowering the cost of prescription drugs, improving air quality, fighting the opioid epidemic, and finding solutions to the alarming rise in suicide rates in our communities, said McAdams. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=67 | McAdams votes for openness, fairness, and transparency | 2019-10-31 | 2019 | 2019-10 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | McAdams votes for openness, fairness, and transparency October 31, 2019 Congressman Ben McAdams voted for H. Res 660 that outlines a fair, public process that protects the rights of the president and the minority party, allows the public release of the transcripts of witness depositions, and provides for the public testimony of witnesses before the House Intelligence Committee. "Today's vote is not a vote for or against impeachment. It is a vote to gather facts and create a fair process. Utahns deserve an opportunity to judge the facts for themselves rather than taking the Republican or Democratic Party's spin.To ensure transparency, facts, witness testimony and documents must be brought forward to be considered objectively by all members of the House and by the American people.These are serious times, and we must treat this process with reverence and respect for our country and our Constitution." "I will not decide for or against impeachment until the time that the facts have been disclosed and I have had a chance to weigh all the facts and evidence. In the meantime, I am focused on the issues that Utahns sent me here to work on, such as lowering the cost of prescription drugs, improving air quality, fighting the opioid epidemic, and finding solutions to the alarming rise in suicide rates in our communities,"said McAdams. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-joins-romney-bipartisan-legislation-house-senate-protect-taxpayers | McAdams joins Romney on bipartisan legislation in House, Senate to protect taxpayers, Social Security and Medicare funds | 2019-10-29 | 2019 | 2019-10 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTONU.S. Senators Mitt Romney (R-UT), Joe Manchin (D-WV), Todd Young (R-IN), Doug Jones (D-AL), and Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ) today introduced the Time to Rescue United States' Trusts (TRUST) Act, which would create congressional committees specifically tasked to develop legislation to restore and strengthen endangered federal trust funds. Without legislative action, the government's trust fundsHighway, Medicare Hospital Insurance, Social Security Disability Insurance, and Social Security Old-Age and Survivors Insurancewill be exhausted in the next thirteen years. U.S. Representatives Mike Gallagher (R-WI), Ed Case (D-HI), William Timmons (R-SC), and Ben McAdams (D-UT) have introduced companion legislation in the House of Representatives. It's irresponsible for Congress to keep ignoring a preventable crisis, Senator Romney said. We must put in place a responsible process now to prevent dramatic cuts to programs like Social Security and Medicare or be forced to enact massive tax hikes down the road, both of which would be devastating to middle class Americans. We have a duty to work to secure these programs that provide a safety net for millions of Americans. I have always said that our national budget should reflect our values and priorities, but be fiscally responsible, Senator Manchin said. Unfortunately our fiscal irresponsibility has left critical programs like Social Security and Medicare heading towards insolvency. Congress cannot let these programs fail. That's why I'm proud to join my colleagues on this bipartisan bill to proactively help to secure sustainable funding for programs like these before it's too late. The TRUST Act will enable us to have a serious, bipartisan conversation about the long-term stability of critical programs like Medicare and Social Security. We can no longer kick the can down the road, and we owe it to future generations to have this discussion and identify solutions before it's too late, Senator Young said. This important legislation creates a bipartisan path… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=89 | McAdams joins Romney on bipartisan legislation in House, Senate to protect taxpayers, Social Security and Medicare funds | 2019-10-29 | 2019 | 2019-10 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | U.S. Senators Mitt Romney (R-UT), Joe Manchin (D-WV), Todd Young (R-IN), Doug Jones (D-AL), and Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ) today introduced the Time to Rescue United States' Trusts (TRUST) Act, which would create congressional committees specifically tasked to develop legislation to restore and strengthen endangered federal trust funds. Without legislative action, the government's trust fundsHighway, Medicare Hospital Insurance, Social Security Disability Insurance, and Social Security Old-Age and Survivors Insurancewill be exhausted in the next thirteen years. U.S. Representatives Mike Gallagher (R-WI), Ed Case (D-HI), William Timmons (R-SC), and Ben McAdams (D-UT) have introduced companion legislation in the House of Representatives. It's irresponsible for Congress to keep ignoring a preventable crisis, Senator Romney said. We must put in place a responsible process now to prevent dramatic cuts to programs like Social Security and Medicare or be forced to enact massive tax hikes down the road, both of which would be devastating to middle class Americans. We have a duty to work to secure these programs that provide a safety net for millions of Americans. I have always said that our national budget should reflect our values and priorities, but be fiscally responsible, Senator Manchin said. Unfortunately our fiscal irresponsibility has left critical programs like Social Security and Medicare heading towards insolvency. Congress cannot let these programs fail. That's why I'm proud to join my colleagues on this bipartisan bill to proactively help to secure sustainable funding for programs like these before it's too late. The TRUST Act will enable us to have a serious, bipartisan conversation about the long-term stability of critical programs like Medicare and Social Security. We can no longer kick the can down the road, and we owe it to future generations to have this discussion and identify solutions before it's too late, Senator Young said. This important legislation creates a bipartisan path forwa… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-votes-secure-american-elections-defend-against-foreign-meddling | McAdams votes to secure American elections, defend against foreign meddling | 2019-10-23 | 2019 | 2019-10 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams voted to protect U.S. elections from the type of foreign meddling in the 2016 election that saw over half the U.S. population unknowingly exposed to Russian propaganda on their social media accounts. The House passed the Stopping Harmful Interference in Elections for a Lasting Democracy (SHIELD) ActH.R. 4617. Without question, foreigners extensively interfered in the 2016 election, weaponizing misinformation and computer network hacking. We've already been warned that they won't stop in the next election. Republicans and Democrats agree that American elections must be decided by Americans, and this measure closes gaps in the law that allow foreign nationals and foreign governments to threaten the integrity of a fundamental part of our democracy, said McAdams. McAdams said the recently released bipartisan Senate report into the 2016 election meddling says that Russian information warriors literally celebrated their success with a toast of champagne. The report summarizes how successfully online warfare was fought through alternative facts and phony social media accounts. The SHIELD Act protects U.S. elections by: Creating a duty to report illicit offers of campaign assistance from foreign governments and their agents Improving transparency of online political advertisements Closing loopholes that allow foreign nationals and foreign governments to spend in U.S. elections Restricting the exchange of campaign information between candidates and foreign government and their agents The SHIELD Act incorporates provisions backed by both Republicans and Democrats and is supported by numerous organizations including Common Cause, the NAACP, the Brennan Center for Justice, and the Network Lobby for Catholic Social Justice. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=74 | McAdams votes to secure American elections, defend against foreign meddling | 2019-10-23 | 2019 | 2019-10 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | McAdams votes to secure American elections, defend against foreign meddling October 23, 2019 Congressman Ben McAdams voted to protect U.S. elections from the type of foreign meddling in the 2016 election that saw over half the U.S. population unknowingly exposed to Russian propaganda on their social media accounts. The House passed the Stopping Harmful Interference in Elections for a Lasting Democracy (SHIELD) ActH.R. 4617. Without question, foreigners extensively interfered in the 2016 election, weaponizing misinformation and computer network hacking. We've already been warned that they won't stop in the next election. Republicans and Democrats agree that American elections must be decided by Americans, and this measure closes gaps in the law that allow foreign nationals and foreign governments to threaten the integrity of a fundamental part of our democracy, said McAdams. McAdams said the recently released bipartisan Senate report into the 2016 election meddling says that Russian information warriors literally celebrated their success with a toast of champagne. The report summarizes how successfully online warfare was fought through alternative facts and phony social media accounts. The SHIELD Act protects U.S. elections by: Creating a duty to report illicit offers of campaign assistance from foreign governments and their agents Improving transparency of online political advertisements Closing loopholes that allow foreign nationals and foreign governments to spend in U.S. elections Restricting the exchange of campaign information between candidates and foreign government and their agents The SHIELD Act incorporates provisions backed by both Republicans and Democrats and is supported by numerous organizations including Common Cause, the NAACP, the Brennan Center for Justice, and the Network Lobby for Catholic Social Justice. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-supports-four-bipartisan-small-business-bills | McAdams supports four bipartisan small business bills | 2019-10-22 | 2019 | 2019-10 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams supported House passage of four bipartisan measures reauthorizing and establishing a variety of small business programs to assist women-owned small businesses, and start-ups, among others. The bills are the Small Business Development Centers Improvement Act (H.R. 4406); Women's Business Centers Improvements Act (H.R. (4405); SCORE for Small Business Act (H.R. 4407); and a measure to establish the Growth Accelerator Fund Competition within the Small Business Administration (H.R. 4387). Utah small businesses are responsible for most of our state's job growth and contribute to our strong economy. This legislation strengthens and improves some of the programs and tools offered by the Small Business Administration (SBA) that make an important difference to these job-creators, said McAdams. The Small Business Administration's Small Business Development Center (SBDC) program provides grants to administer management training and technical assistance. The SCORE program is a cooperative agreement with the nonprofit SCORE Association and helps small businesses get free advice and mentoring from experienced or retired volunteer entrepreneurs. The SBA's Growth Accelerator Fund Competition provides prizes to small business accelerators and incubators. The fund would give prizes to entities that advise small businesses and help them find capital, mentors, and networking opportunities. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=48 | McAdams supports four bipartisan small business bills | 2019-10-22 | 2019 | 2019-10 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | McAdams supports four bipartisan small business bills October 22, 2019 Congressman Ben McAdams supported House passage of four bipartisan measures reauthorizing and establishing a variety of small business programs to assist women-owned small businesses, and start-ups, among others. The bills are the Small Business Development Centers Improvement Act (H.R. 4406); Women's Business Centers Improvements Act (H.R. (4405); SCORE for Small Business Act (H.R. 4407); and a measure to establish the Growth Accelerator Fund Competition within the Small Business Administration (H.R. 4387). Utah small businesses are responsible for most of our state's job growth and contribute to our strong economy. This legislation strengthens and improves some of the programs and tools offered by the Small Business Administration (SBA) that make an important difference to these job-creators, said McAdams. The Small Business Administration's Small Business Development Center (SBDC) program provides grants to administer management training and technical assistance. The SCORE program is a cooperative agreement with the nonprofit SCORE Association and helps small businesses get free advice and mentoring from experienced or retired volunteer entrepreneurs. The SBA's Growth Accelerator Fund Competition provides prizes to small business accelerators and incubators. The fund would give prizes to entities that advise small businesses and help them find capital, mentors, and networking opportunities. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-votes-resolution-supporting-syrian-kurds-opposing-turkey-s-military | McAdams votes for resolution supporting Syrian Kurds; opposing Turkey’s military actions | 2019-10-17 | 2019 | 2019-10 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams voted for a bipartisan resolution (H.J. Res. 77), calling on the Turkish president to immediately end military action in Northeast Syria. Turkish military operations began against the Syrian Kurds, following an October 6th decision by the President to pull back U.S. troops from the area. The withdrawal of U.S. troops gave Turkey a greenlight to go into northeastern Syria. The decision has severe consequences for our strategic national security and dramatically increases the threat to our Kurdish allies the same allies who helped battle ISIS terrorism and takeover of lands. The move may strengthen an alliance between Syria, Russia and Iran, causing further instability in the region and a resurgence of ISIS forces, said McAdams. The resolution calls for ongoing support to the Syrian Kurdish communities and a specific plan from the administration to defeat ISIS, also known as the Islamic State group. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=64 | McAdams votes for resolution supporting Syrian Kurds; opposing Turkeys military actions | 2019-10-17 | 2019 | 2019-10 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | McAdams votes for resolution supporting Syrian Kurds; opposing Turkey's military actions October 17, 2019 Congressman Ben McAdams voted for a bipartisan resolution (H.J. Res. 77), calling on the Turkish president to immediately end military action in Northeast Syria. Turkish military operations began against the Syrian Kurds, following an October 6th decision by the President to pull back U.S. troops from the area. The withdrawal of U.S. troops gave Turkey a greenlight to go into northeastern Syria. The decision has severe consequences for our strategic national security and dramatically increases the threat to our Kurdish allies the same allies who helped battle ISIS terrorism and takeover of lands. The move may strengthen an alliance between Syria, Russia and Iran, causing further instability in the region and a resurgence of ISIS forces, said McAdams. The resolution calls for ongoing support to the Syrian Kurdish communities and a specific plan from the administration to defeat ISIS, also known as the Islamic State group. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-bipartisan-bill-would-spur-more-research-causes-prevention-suicide | McAdams’ bipartisan bill would spur more research into causes, prevention of suicide | 2019-10-16 | 2019 | 2019-10 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams, together with Congressman Anthony Gonzalez (R-OH), introduced the Advancing Research to Prevent Suicide Act today. The measure directs the National Science Foundation to fund competitive research grants across a range of disciplines with the goal of understanding why the rate of Americans dying by suicide is on the rise. McAdams said the legislation specifically directs the National Science Foundation to support the work of early career research to strengthen the suicide research field. Every suicide is a tragic loss of life that affects families and communities and has long-lasting effects on the people left behind. Encouraging more fundamental research on the biological, social and cultural, and environmental factors related to why suicide occurs is an important step towards saving lives, said McAdams. Suicide rates are on the rise in America and effecting everyone from our veterans to a new generation of children facing the untold effects of social media. Better research on the causes of suicide attempts is badly needed to help us address this crisis at its roots, said Congressman Gonzalez McAdams notes that despite progress in mental health research, current gaps exist in scientific understanding and basic knowledge of human genetic, behavioral, social, and environmental factors with potential relevance to suicide. According to the largest private funder of suicide prevention researchthe American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP)90 percent of people who die by suicide have an underlyingand potentially treatablemental health condition. Specific treatments used by mental health professions, such as cognitive behavior therapyhave been proven to help people manage suicidal thoughts and behavior. But more multidisciplinary research is needed to improve our understanding of what leads to suicide attempts, including social and economic factors, technology and stigma associated with mental health conditions. McAdams said this legislation directs the National Science Founda… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=81 | McAdams bipartisan bill would spur more research into causes, prevention of suicide | 2019-10-16 | 2019 | 2019-10 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Congressman Ben McAdams, together with Congressman Anthony Gonzalez (R-OH), introduced the Advancing Research to Prevent Suicide Act today. The measure directs the National Science Foundation to fund competitive research grants across a range of disciplines with the goal of understanding why the rate of Americans dying by suicide is on the rise. McAdams said the legislation specifically directs the National Science Foundation to support the work of early career research to strengthen the suicide research field. Every suicide is a tragic loss of life that affects families and communities and has long-lasting effects on the people left behind. Encouraging more fundamental research on the biological, social and cultural, and environmental factors related to why suicide occurs is an important step towards saving lives, said McAdams. Suicide rates are on the rise in America and effecting everyone from our veterans to a new generation of children facing the untold effects of social media. Better research on the causes of suicide attempts is badly needed to help us address this crisis at its roots, said Congressman Gonzalez McAdams notes that despite progress in mental health research, current gaps exist in scientific understanding and basic knowledge of human genetic, behavioral, social, and environmental factors with potential relevance to suicide. According to the largest private funder of suicide prevention researchthe American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP)90 percent of people who die by suicide have an underlyingand potentially treatablemental health condition. Specific treatments used by mental health professions, such as cognitive behavior therapyhave been proven to help people manage suicidal thoughts and behavior. But more multidisciplinary research is needed to improve our understanding of what leads to suicide attempts, including social and economic factors, technology and stigma associated with mental health conditions. McAdams said this legislation directs the National Science Foundation to… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-backs-bipartisan-bills-supporting-hong-kong-pro-democracy-protestors | McAdams backs bipartisan bills supporting Hong Kong pro-democracy protestors | 2019-10-15 | 2019 | 2019-10 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams voted for three bipartisan measures to pressure China to back off any crackdown on pro-democracy protesters in Hong Kong. McAdams is a member of the Congressional-Executive Commission on China and has joined House and Senate members in voicing bipartisan concerns about erosion of Hong Kong's autonomy, human rights and freedoms. The voices of the courageous pro-democracy residents of Hong Kong must be heard, respected and followed. Any attempt by the Chinese government and the Communist Party to stifle pro-democracy efforts or to erode Hong Kong's autonomy and freedoms should be strongly condemned, said McAdams. McAdams signed on to one of the three bills passed by the House today the Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy Act of 2019 (H.R. 3289), which requires the State Department to provide an annual report on the autonomy of Hong Kong and to list individuals responsible for undermining Hong Kong's autonomy and human rights and impose sanctions on them. He also supported the PROTECT Hong Kong Act (H.R. 4270), which requires the President to prohibit the issuance of export licenses for nonlethal crowd control items and defense articles to the Hong Kong police. The third bill that passed the House is H. Res. 543 Recognizing Hong Kong's bilateral relationship with the United States and supporting the people of Hong Kong's right to protest. The resolution calls on the Hong Kong government to address protesters' demands, condemns police brutality against peaceful protesters and condemns Chinese efforts to falsely accuse U.S. diplomats of fueling unrest. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=73 | McAdams backs bipartisan bills supporting Hong Kong pro-democracy protestors | 2019-10-15 | 2019 | 2019-10 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | McAdams backs bipartisan bills supporting Hong Kong pro-democracy protestors October 15, 2019 Congressman Ben McAdams voted for three bipartisan measures to pressure China to back off any crackdown on pro-democracy protesters in Hong Kong. McAdams is a member of the Congressional-Executive Commission on China and has joined House and Senate members in voicing bipartisan concerns about erosion of Hong Kong's autonomy, human rights and freedoms. The voices of the courageous pro-democracy residents of Hong Kong must be heard, respected and followed. Any attempt by the Chinese government and the Communist Party to stifle pro-democracy efforts or to erode Hong Kong's autonomy and freedoms should be strongly condemned, said McAdams. McAdams signed on to one of the three bills passed by the House today the Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy Act of 2019 (H.R. 3289), which requires the State Department to provide an annual report on the autonomy of Hong Kong and to list individuals responsible for undermining Hong Kong's autonomy and human rights and impose sanctions on them. He also supported the PROTECT Hong Kong Act (H.R. 4270), which requires the President to prohibit the issuance of export licenses for nonlethal crowd control items and defense articles to the Hong Kong police. The third bill that passed the House is H. Res. 543 Recognizing Hong Kong's bilateral relationship with the United States and supporting the people of Hong Kong's right to protest. The resolution calls on the Hong Kong government to address protesters' demands, condemns police brutality against peaceful protesters and condemns Chinese efforts to falsely accuse U.S. diplomats of fueling unrest. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-bipartisan-bill-seeks-more-science-based-recommendations-fight-utah-s | McAdams’ bipartisan bill seeks more science-based recommendations to fight Utah’s dirty air | 2019-10-10 | 2019 | 2019-10 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams, together with Congressman Francis Rooney, (R-FL), has introduced legislation requiring scientists to investigate ozone, how it's contributing to cities' and counties' poor air quality, and to offer recommendations to address it. The bill directs the National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine to produce scientific findings about this pollutant that is the primary component of smog. Ozone levels along the Wasatch Front often exceed federal standards, which are measurements meant to improve human health and environmental impact. Ground level ozone is a combination of nitrogen oxides and volatile organic compounds (emissions from vehicles, power plants, industrial process, wild fire and other human-caused pollutants). This toxic stew is dangerous to our health and caused an estimated 75 deaths in the Salt Lake Valley alone in 2017, said McAdams. Despite efforts to increase standards and improve compliance, we've seen an increase in ozone emissions and we don't know specifically where they are coming from. Scientific experts could give us answers and ways to address the pollution. McAdams' bill directs scientists to examine current trends of background ozone levels, including international sources as well as how human-caused climate change may be affecting ozone. It also asks for public policy recommendations for steps to improve air quality. According to the Utah Department of Environmental Quality, areas not currently in compliance with ozone standards in Northern Utah include parts of Weber and Tooele counties and all of Davis, Salt Lake and Utah counties. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=83 | McAdams bipartisan bill seeks more science-based recommendations to fight Utahs dirty air | 2019-10-10 | 2019 | 2019-10 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Congressman Ben McAdams, together with Congressman Francis Rooney, (R-FL), has introduced legislation requiring scientists to investigate ozone, how it's contributing to cities' and counties' poor air quality, and to offer recommendations to address it. The bill directs the National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine to produce scientific findings about this pollutant that is the primary component of smog. Ozone levels along the Wasatch Front often exceed federal standards, which are measurements meant to improve human health and environmental impact. Ground level ozone is a combination of nitrogen oxides and volatile organic compounds (emissions from vehicles, power plants, industrial process, wild fire and other human-caused pollutants). This toxic stew is dangerous to our health and caused an estimated 75 deaths in the Salt Lake Valley alone in 2017, said McAdams. Despite efforts to increase standards and improve compliance, we've seen an increase in ozone emissions and we don't know specifically where they are coming from. Scientific experts could give us answers and ways to address the pollution. McAdams' bill directs scientists to examine current trends of background ozone levels, including international sources as well as how human-caused climate change may be affecting ozone. It also asks for public policy recommendations for steps to improve air quality. According to the Utah Department of Environmental Quality, areas not currently in compliance with ozone standards in Northern Utah include parts of Weber and Tooele counties and all of Davis, Salt Lake and Utah counties. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-supports-passage-bipartisan-bill-giving-legal-banking-services-medical | McAdams supports passage of bipartisan bill giving legal banking services to medical cannabis businesses | 2019-09-27 | 2019 | 2019-09 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington D.C.Congressman Ben McAdams supported the bipartisan passage of a bill which will help states such as Utah gain access to legal banking services for the state's medical cannabis businesses. The Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act of 2019 (H.R. 1595) passed the House by a vote of 321-103 Thirty-four states, including Utah, have now legalized medical cannabis, yet current federal law prevents banks from offering financial services to sellers of this product. That forces commerce to be carried out with cash-filled duffle bags, making medical cannabis vendors easy targets for crime. This bill provides a safe harbor' for these state-approved businesses, which in Utah's case are set to open in March of 2020. McAdams said current federal law and lack of regulatory clarity puts medical cannabis businesses' employees and the general public at serious risk of criminal activity and harm. McAdams said that the Utah State Treasurer and the Utah legislature have called on Congress to solve the problem. The Utah legislature recently revised the state's medical cannabis law to include 14 privately-run pharmacies to sell medical cannabis to patients. McAdams said that the SAFE Banking Act does not legalize marijuana but protects state-authorized medical cannabis businesses, along with supply chain companies, such as real estate companies, accountants or lawyers who work with the companies, from losing their banking services. It also requires federal banking regulators to develop uniform guidance and examination procedures to help financial institutions lawfully serve state-authorized medical cannabis businesses. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=50 | McAdams supports passage of bipartisan bill giving legal banking services to medical cannabis businesses | 2019-09-27 | 2019 | 2019-09 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | McAdams supports passage of bipartisan bill giving legal banking services to medical cannabis businesses September 27, 2019 Congressman Ben McAdams supported the bipartisan passage of a bill which will help states such as Utah gain access to legal banking services for the state's medical cannabis businesses. The Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act of 2019 (H.R. 1595) passed the House by a vote of 321-103 Thirty-four states, including Utah, have now legalized medical cannabis, yet current federal law prevents banks from offering financial services to sellers of this product. That forces commerce to be carried out with cash-filled duffle bags, making medical cannabis vendors easy targets for crime. This bill provides a safe harbor' for these state-approved businesses, which in Utah's case are set to open in March of 2020. McAdams said current federal law and lack of regulatory clarity puts medical cannabis businesses' employees and the general public at serious risk of criminal activity and harm. McAdams said that the Utah State Treasurer and the Utah legislature have called on Congress to solve the problem. The Utah legislature recently revised the state's medical cannabis law to include 14 privately-run pharmacies to sell medical cannabis to patients. McAdams said that the SAFE Banking Act does not legalize marijuana but protects state-authorized medical cannabis businesses, along with supply chain companies, such as real estate companies, accountants or lawyers who work with the companies, from losing their banking services. It also requires federal banking regulators to develop uniform guidance and examination procedures to help financial institutions lawfully serve state-authorized medical cannabis businesses. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-bipartisan-bill-aiding-consumers-hurt-investment-fraud-moves-forward | McAdams’ bipartisan bill aiding consumers hurt by investment fraud moves forward in Financial Services Committee | 2019-09-20 | 2019 | 2019-09 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams, together with Congressman Bill Huizenga (R-MI), advanced a measure that gives federal securities officials more time to recover ill-gotten gains from white collar criminals who defraud investors. The legislation gives more tools to investigators who work some of the most notorious and complicated investment fraud cases, such as the Bernie Madoff and Allen Stanford schemes. McAdams and Huizenga are members of the House Financial Services Committee. The Investor Protection and Capital Markets Fairness Act (H.R. 4344) was approved in committee by a bipartisan vote of 49 5. U.S. capital markets are the envy of the world. They promote job growth and economic opportunity. But they only work to the extent that investors have faith that bad actors cannot profit off wrongdoing. This legislation extends the time for the Securities and Exchange Commission to get back money from white collar criminals who prey on innocent investors and steal millions to enrich themselves. Those who commit fraud should not profit from their crimes and this bill helps ensure that victims recover what was stolen from them, said McAdams. The latest report from the SEC found that more than $900 million in money swindled from investors through fraudulent activity is unable to be recovered because of a 2017 Supreme Court decision. White collar criminals must be held accountable for their behavior and the SEC must have the necessary tools to recover the losses suffered by Main Street investors. H.R. 4344 helps solve this problem by striking a delicate balance that allows the SEC more time to recover the money that was scammed from hardworking Americans. I am glad to see this bipartisan bill pass committee with strong support, said Huizenga. McAdams says the bill is a response to a 2017 Supreme Court decision, which ruled that the SEC's authority to get convicted fraud perpetrators to return their ill-gotten gains was subject to a five-year statute of limitations. The case stems from the federal prosecution of C… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=82 | McAdams bipartisan bill aiding consumers hurt by investment fraud moves forward in Financial Services Committee | 2019-09-20 | 2019 | 2019-09 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Congressman Ben McAdams, together with Congressman Bill Huizenga (R-MI), advanced a measure that gives federal securities officials more time to recover ill-gotten gains from white collar criminals who defraud investors. The legislation gives more tools to investigators who work some of the most notorious and complicated investment fraud cases, such as the Bernie Madoff and Allen Stanford schemes. McAdams and Huizenga are members of the House Financial Services Committee. The Investor Protection and Capital Markets Fairness Act (H.R. 4344) was approved in committee by a bipartisan vote of 49 5. U.S. capital markets are the envy of the world. They promote job growth and economic opportunity. But they only work to the extent that investors have faith that bad actors cannot profit off wrongdoing. This legislation extends the time for the Securities and Exchange Commission to get back money from white collar criminals who prey on innocent investors and steal millions to enrich themselves. Those who commit fraud should not profit from their crimes and this bill helps ensure that victims recover what was stolen from them, said McAdams. The latest report from the SEC found that more than $900 million in money swindled from investors through fraudulent activity is unable to be recovered because of a 2017 Supreme Court decision. White collar criminals must be held accountable for their behavior and the SEC must have the necessary tools to recover the losses suffered by Main Street investors. H.R. 4344 helps solve this problem by striking a delicate balance that allows the SEC more time to recover the money that was scammed from hardworking Americans. I am glad to see this bipartisan bill pass committee with strong support, said Huizenga. McAdams says the bill is a response to a 2017 Supreme Court decision, which ruled that the SEC's authority to get convicted fraud perpetrators to return their ill-gotten gains was subject to a five-year statute of limitations. The case stems from the federal prosecution of Charles Kok… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-house-committee-chairs-follow-pay-you-go-rules | McAdams to House Committee Chairs: Follow pay-as-you-go rules | 2019-09-05 | 2019 | 2019-09 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | West Jordan, UtahCongressman Ben McAdams led House Freshman colleagues on a letter urging House committee chairs to recommit to proven deficit-fighting House rules known as Pay-As-You-Go (PAYGO) before moving bills out of committee. McAdams, the Blue Dog Coalition co-chair of the Task Force on Fiscal Responsibility and Government Reform, joined with 10 freshman lawmakers on the letter. McAdams said PAYGO requires that any legislation that may increase the federal deficit be offset by spending cuts or revenue increases. The group of lawmakers asked Committee Chairs to work with them to ensure each committee's legislation is funded with responsible pay-fors that are considered early in the law-making process. The also asked that the legislation not advance out of committee until the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) has had time to properly review and put forth a cost estimate. Just as Utah families and small businesses do, Congress must identify how it will pay for new spending. PAYGO rules helped instill the discipline that actually produced balanced budgets back in the 1990s. It's a proven way to hold the line and not increase the deficit, said McAdams. McAdams said that with $1 trillion annual deficits projected for the next several years, PAYGO is a vital tool for lawmakers seeking to stem the flow of red ink. It was included in the first vote on House rule changes that McAdams took as a new member of Congress in January and it received bipartisan support. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=96 | McAdams to House Committee Chairs: Follow pay-as-you-go rules | 2019-09-05 | 2019 | 2019-09 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | McAdams to House Committee Chairs: Follow pay-as-you-go rules September 5, 2019 West Jordan, UtahCongressman Ben McAdams led House Freshman colleagues on a letter urging House committee chairs to recommit to proven deficit-fighting House rules known as Pay-As-You-Go (PAYGO) before moving bills out of committee. McAdams, the Blue Dog Coalition co-chair of the Task Force on Fiscal Responsibility and Government Reform, joined with 10 freshman lawmakers on the letter. McAdams said PAYGO requires that any legislation that may increase the federal deficit be offset by spending cuts or revenue increases. The group of lawmakers asked Committee Chairs to work with them to ensure each committee's legislation is funded with responsible pay-fors that are considered early in the law-making process. The also asked that the legislation not advance out of committee until the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) has had time to properly review and put forth a cost estimate. Just as Utah families and small businesses do, Congress must identify how it will pay for new spending. PAYGO rules helped instill the discipline that actually produced balanced budgets back in the 1990s. It's a proven way to hold the line and not increase the deficit, said McAdams. McAdams said that with $1 trillion annual deficits projected for the next several years, PAYGO is a vital tool for lawmakers seeking to stem the flow of red ink. It was included in the first vote on House rule changes that McAdams took as a new member of Congress in January and it received bipartisan support. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-supports-bill-improve-transparency-students-taking-out-federal-college | McAdams supports bill to improve transparency for students taking out federal college loans | 2019-08-23 | 2019 | 2019-08 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | West Jordan, UtahCongressman Ben McAdams joins Florida Congresswoman Donna Shalala and Utah Congressman Chris Stewart on a measure that requires more transparency and disclosure for students who take out federal college loansacross the entire life of the loan. McAdams has signed on to the bipartisan Student Loan Disclosure Transparency Act of 2019 (H.R. 4193). McAdams said that as of June, the total amount of student loan debt is approximately $1.6 trillion. During the 2018-2019 school year, the average college senior who borrowed, graduated with more than $30,000 in loans. Students borrow to invest in their education and improve their economic future, not to end up with crushing debt. We can do a better job of helping students understand what they are taking on over the life of the loan, not just when they receive the money or start repaying it, said McAdams. McAdams says the legislation seeks to correct concerns about current student loan disclosures that are unnecessarily long, difficult to read and fail to accurately inform borrowers of the amount they'll have to pay. The Student Loan Disclosure Transparency Act includes the following requirements: Simplified disclosures in easy and understandable terms. Two-thirds of borrowers express some misunderstanding or surprise about their student loan disclosures. Regular monthly disclosures during the life of a loan. Under current law, a borrower is only required to receive a disclosure at three points: disbursement, at or prior to repayment, and during repayment status. Projected payments based on the amount borrowed. Included in the monthly disclosures would be projected monthly payments based on how much a student has borrowed with an option to pay any interest that accrues while a borrower is still in school. This is a commonsense bill that provides for standards of disclosure that apply to other consumer loans and certainly should apply to the very first consumer loan many people taketheir student loan, said McAdams. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=95 | McAdams supports bill to improve transparency for students taking out federal college loans | 2019-08-23 | 2019 | 2019-08 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | West Jordan, UtahCongressman Ben McAdams joins Florida Congresswoman Donna Shalala and Utah Congressman Chris Stewart on a measure that requires more transparency and disclosure for students who take out federal college loansacross the entire life of the loan. McAdams has signed on to the bipartisan Student Loan Disclosure Transparency Act of 2019 (H.R. 4193). McAdams said that as of June, the total amount of student loan debt is approximately $1.6 trillion. During the 2018-2019 school year, the average college senior who borrowed, graduated with more than $30,000 in loans. Students borrow to invest in their education and improve their economic future, not to end up with crushing debt. We can do a better job of helping students understand what they are taking on over the life of the loan, not just when they receive the money or start repaying it, said McAdams. McAdams says the legislation seeks to correct concerns about current student loan disclosures that are unnecessarily long, difficult to read and fail to accurately inform borrowers of the amount they'll have to pay. The Student Loan Disclosure Transparency Act includes the following requirements: Simplified disclosures in easy and understandable terms. Two-thirds of borrowers express some misunderstanding or surprise about their student loan disclosures. Regular monthly disclosures during the life of a loan. Under current law, a borrower is only required to receive a disclosure at three points: disbursement, at or prior to repayment, and during repayment status. Projected payments based on the amount borrowed. Included in the monthly disclosures would be projected monthly payments based on how much a student has borrowed with an option to pay any interest that accrues while a borrower is still in school. This is a commonsense bill that provides for standards of disclosure that apply to other consumer loans and certainly should apply to the very first consumer loan many people taketheir student loan, said McAdams. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-calls-utah-implement-full-medicaid-expansion-passed-utah-voters | McAdams calls on Utah to implement full Medicaid expansion passed by Utah voters | 2019-07-31 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | West Jordan, UtahCongressman Ben McAdams said now that the Trump Administration has signaled that it will not grant a waiver sought by Utah for limited Medicaid expansion, the state should move forward with the plan passed by Utah voters last November Prop 3. Utah voters spoke and now is the time for Utah to move forward. The replacement bill included a fall back provisionfull expansion. Utah leaders should honor that legislative action. Doing so will cover more Utahns at a lower cost to the state. Utah families should not have to wait any longer to receive health care coverage that will let them see a doctor and get necessary treatment for illnesses and conditions, providing better physical and mental health, said McAdams. McAdams said that in Congress, he voted for a bipartisan measure-- H. Res. 271 expressing the sense of the House that the Justice Department should reverse its decision to support a court ruling that the Affordable Care Act is unconstitutional. It is that court fight, supported by Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes, that threatens the entire law, including the Medicaid expansion provision. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-walorski-launch-bipartisan-congressional-what-works-caucus | McAdams, Walorski launch bipartisan Congressional What Works Caucus | 2019-07-31 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCRepresentatives Ben McAdams (D-UT) and Jackie Walorski (R-IN) launched a new, bipartisan Congressional What Works Caucus today to help ensure that federal taxpayer dollars are invested as effectively and efficiently as possible to improve outcomes for children, families and communities nationwide. The caucus will include Members of Congress from across the political spectrum to develop and promote federal evidence-based legislation that addresses our nation's biggest challenges. It will also spotlight data-driven local, state, and federal efforts that are helping improve results for residents in Utah, Indiana and around the country. As mayor of Salt Lake County, I launched a number of pay-for-success projects that required rigorous evaluation and data to show the program worked. Taxpayers deserve to have precious tax dollars used effectively. Beyond that, there is a human cost when individuals are served in an ineffective program, rather than one proven to get results, said McAdams. One thing both parties can agree on is the need for commonsense solutions that make a real difference in peoples' lives, Congresswoman Walorski said. That means looking at state, local and federal efforts, figuring out what works and what doesn't and using data-driven policies to get results. The bipartisan What Works Caucus will be an important forum for both parties to work together to find innovative and evidence-based ways to address the challenges hardworking Americans face. Seventy bipartisan local, state and federal leaders and organizations signed a letter expressing their strong support for the new caucus and praising the co-chairs for their bipartisan work to promote this What Works' approach to governing, especially during this very divided time in our nation's history. A growing number of results-driven policymakers have been using evidence and data to improve outcomes and make government programs more effective and efficient over the last several years. Since 2015, Congress has passed landmark bipartisan legi… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=88 | McAdams, Walorski launch bipartisan Congressional What Works Caucus | 2019-07-31 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Representatives Ben McAdams (D-UT) and Jackie Walorski (R-IN) launched a new, bipartisan Congressional What Works Caucus today to help ensure that federal taxpayer dollars are invested as effectively and efficiently as possible to improve outcomes for children, families and communities nationwide. The caucus will include Members of Congress from across the political spectrum to develop and promote federal evidence-based legislation that addresses our nation's biggest challenges. It will also spotlight data-driven local, state, and federal efforts that are helping improve results for residents in Utah, Indiana and around the country. As mayor of Salt Lake County, I launched a number of pay-for-success projects that required rigorous evaluation and data to show the program worked. Taxpayers deserve to have precious tax dollars used effectively. Beyond that, there is a human cost when individuals are served in an ineffective program, rather than one proven to get results, said McAdams. One thing both parties can agree on is the need for commonsense solutions that make a real difference in peoples' lives, Congresswoman Walorski said. That means looking at state, local and federal efforts, figuring out what works and what doesn't and using data-driven policies to get results. The bipartisan What Works Caucus will be an important forum for both parties to work together to find innovative and evidence-based ways to address the challenges hardworking Americans face. Seventy bipartisan local, state and federal leaders and organizations signed a letter expressing their strong support for the new caucus and praising the co-chairs for their bipartisan work to promote this What Works' approach to governing, especially during this very divided time in our nation's history. A growing number of results-driven policymakers have been using evidence and data to improve outcomes and make government programs more effective and efficient over the last several years. Since 2015, Congress has passed landmark bipartisan legislation … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-and-wright-offer-bipartisan-bill-jumpstart-innovation-higher-education | McAdams and Wright offer bipartisan bill to jumpstart innovation in higher education | 2019-07-26 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams (D-UT) and Congressman Ron Wright (R-TX) have introduced a bipartisan bill offering federal funds for colleges and universities to design and demonstrate innovative ways for more students to enroll in college and graduate with a degree. The Fund for Innovation and Success in Higher Education (FINISH) Act H.R. 4083-- is the House version of a bipartisan Senate bill S. 1059. This measure builds on the movement to fund what works' in government by incentivizing development of innovative programs tied to measurable results. In this case, we are encouraging higher education to think and to operate differently to bolster college graduation rates, which will benefit students, their families, employers and communities, said McAdams. Federally funded institutions should be constantly adapting and evolving to serve the needs of all our students, including our high-need, low-income, first-generation students, and adult learners. This legislation ensures institutions are being held accountable and implementing programs with a proven record of success, said Congressman Wright. Research shows that while the United States has made progress towards increasing access to college by low-income students, completion has lagged.Graduation rates are particularly low at the nation's community colleges, which enroll a disproportionate percentage of low-income and nontraditional college students. Only 25 percent of full-time, first-time degree-seeking students at public two-year colleges earn degrees within three years. The FINISH Act builds on the groundbreaking 2018 bill Social Impact Partnerships to Pay for Results (SIPPRA) Act, championed by Utah entrepreneur and philanthropist James Sorenson. He worked with former Utah Senator Orrin Hatch and Indiana Representative (now Senator) Todd Young to get SIPPRA passed and signed into law. The U.S. Treasury Department oversees a $100 million pay-for-success fund established in SIPPRA. Following the SIPPRA intent of funding what works, The FINISH Act autho… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=34 | McAdams and Wright offer bipartisan bill to jumpstart innovation in higher education | 2019-07-26 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Congressman Ben McAdams (D-UT) and Congressman Ron Wright (R-TX) have introduced a bipartisan bill offering federal funds for colleges and universities to design and demonstrate innovative ways for more students to enroll in college and graduate with a degree. The Fund for Innovation and Success in Higher Education (FINISH) Act H.R. 4083-- is the House version of a bipartisan Senate bill S. 1059. This measure builds on the movement to fund what works' in government by incentivizing development of innovative programs tied to measurable results. In this case, we are encouraging higher education to think and to operate differently to bolster college graduation rates, which will benefit students, their families, employers and communities, said McAdams. Federally funded institutions should be constantly adapting and evolving to serve the needs of all our students, including our high-need, low-income, first-generation students, and adult learners. This legislation ensures institutions are being held accountable and implementing programs with a proven record of success, said Congressman Wright. Research shows that while the United States has made progress towards increasing access to college by low-income students, completion has lagged.Graduation rates are particularly low at the nation's community colleges, which enroll a disproportionate percentage of low-income and nontraditional college students. Only 25 percent of full-time, first-time degree-seeking students at public two-year colleges earn degrees within three years. The FINISH Act builds on the groundbreaking 2018 bill Social Impact Partnerships to Pay for Results (SIPPRA) Act, championed by Utah entrepreneur and philanthropist James Sorenson. He worked with former Utah Senator Orrin Hatch and Indiana Representative (now Senator) Todd Young to get SIPPRA passed and signed into law. The U.S. Treasury Department oversees a $100 million pay-for-success fund established in SIPPRA. Following the SIPPRA intent of funding what works, The FINISH Act authorizes gr… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-votes-against-budget-deal-adds-nearly-2-trillion-debt | McAdams votes against budget deal that adds nearly $2 trillion to the debt | 2019-07-25 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams voted against a billH.R. 3877-- to spend $320 billion more than the current budget law's spending levels over the next two years. Nonpartisan estimates show it would add nearly $2 trillion to the national debt over the next decade. This deal shows that both parties in Congress and the President have completely thrown in the towel on trying to behave in a fiscally responsible manner. Overall, the bill would cost about as much as the 2017 tax cuts, bringing discretionary spending close to record levels. Interest payments alone will cost $250 billion, crowding out even further our ability to invest in programs that will strengthen our country, said McAdams. Every hard-working Utah family knows that responsible budgeting is critical for a strong financial future. With this budget bill, there's no more pretense that people here care about reducing our crippling debt burden. This deal puts us on a path for the debt to be 97 percent of GDP by 2029. The case for my Balanced Budget Amendment has never been stronger-- Washington has shown today it lacks the political will to live within its means. McAdams said. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=59 | McAdams votes against budget deal that adds nearly $2 trillion to the debt | 2019-07-25 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | McAdams votes against budget deal that adds nearly $2 trillion to the debt July 25, 2019 Congressman Ben McAdams voted against a billH.R. 3877-- to spend $320 billion more than the current budget law's spending levels over the next two years. Nonpartisan estimates show it would add nearly $2 trillion to the national debt over the next decade. This deal shows that both parties in Congress and the President have completely thrown in the towel on trying to behave in a fiscally responsible manner. Overall, the bill would cost about as much as the 2017 tax cuts, bringing discretionary spending close to record levels. Interest payments alone will cost $250 billion, crowding out even further our ability to invest in programs that will strengthen our country, said McAdams. Every hard-working Utah family knows that responsible budgeting is critical for a strong financial future. With this budget bill, there's no more pretense that people here care about reducing our crippling debt burden. This deal puts us on a path for the debt to be 97 percent of GDP by 2029. The case for my Balanced Budget Amendment has never been stronger-- Washington has shown today it lacks the political will to live within its means. McAdams said. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=35 | McAdams and Hollingsworth offer bipartisan bill to ease red tape on promising start-ups | 2019-07-24 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Congressman Ben McAdams (D-UT) and Congressman Trey Hollingsworth (R-IN) have introduced bipartisan legislation to provide commonsense regulatory relief for America's growing companies, including many in the bioscience sector. The Fostering Innovation Act is a narrow fix that allows small emerging growth companies to keep public capital working to fund business needs, such as innovative medical research, rather than expensive regulatory filings. The initial years after a company goes public are a critical time for that company's success and every penny counts. This bill narrowly targets a subset of public companies that would receive an additional five years of cost-savings through an exemption from an expensive regulatory requirement. That money can then be plowed back into product-testing and development and move them towards becoming more stable and sustainable businesses, said McAdams. America has always been a leader in scientific and medical innovation, said Rep. Trey Hollingsworth (IN-09). The Fostering Innovation Act will update our federal regulations, ensuring they do not get in the way of allowing America to develop the next generation of cures. The bill extends a Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) exemption from an external audit requirement for an additional five years for a small subset of emerging growth companies with annual revenue of less than $50 million and less than $700 million in public float. The legislation would be particularly important for Utah's life science industry, as most biotechnology companies lack revenue for at least a decade as they work towards their first product approval. For emerging biotech companies, one-size-fits-all compliance burdens present a costly roadblock to growth and medical progress, said Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO) President and CEO Jim Greenwood.These companies typically operate for many years without product revenue, meaning that funds needed to comply with unduly burdensome regulations are diverted from their intended purpose sc… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-and-hollingsworth-offer-bipartisan-bill-ease-red-tape-promising-start | McAdams and Hollingsworth offer bipartisan bill to ease red tape on promising start-ups | 2019-07-23 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams (D-UT) and Congressman Trey Hollingsworth (R-IN) have introduced bipartisan legislation to provide commonsense regulatory relief for America's growing companies, including many in the bioscience sector. The Fostering Innovation Act is a narrow fix that allows small emerging growth companies to keep public capital working to fund business needs, such as innovative medical research, rather than expensive regulatory filings. The initial years after a company goes public are a critical time for that company's success and every penny counts. This bill narrowly targets a subset of public companies that would receive an additional five years of cost-savings through an exemption from an expensive regulatory requirement. That money can then be plowed back into product-testing and development and move them towards becoming more stable and sustainable businesses, said McAdams. America has always been a leader in scientific and medical innovation, said Rep. Trey Hollingsworth (IN-09). The Fostering Innovation Act will update our federal regulations, ensuring they do not get in the way of allowing America to develop the next generation of cures. The bill extends a Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) exemption from an external audit requirement for an additional five years for a small subset of emerging growth companies with annual revenue of less than $50 million and less than $700 million in public float. The legislation would be particularly important for Utah's life science industry, as most biotechnology companies lack revenue for at least a decade as they work towards their first product approval. For emerging biotech companies, one-size-fits-all compliance burdens present a costly roadblock to growth and medical progress, said Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO) President and CEO Jim Greenwood.These companies typically operate for many years without product revenue, meaning that funds needed to comply with unduly burdensome regulations are diverted from their intended pu… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-seeks-higher-minimum-wage-bill-works-utah | McAdams seeks higher minimum wage bill that works for Utah | 2019-07-18 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams said that although he supports increasing the federal minimum wage, he doesn't support the one-size-fits-all approach that is Raise the Wage H.R. 582), which was voted on in the House today. The federal minimum wage should be increased, but a solution that works in New York City or Los Angeles doesn't work for Utah. We do need the guardrail of a higher minimum wage that helps Utah employees and protects jobs, however this legislation doesn't strike the right balance for Utah, said McAdams. McAdams said he supports an alternative measure to raise the minimum wage that would calculate a new federal wage floor based on the regional cost of living and purchasing power. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=44 | McAdams seeks higher minimum wage bill that works for Utah | 2019-07-18 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | McAdams seeks higher minimum wage bill that works for Utah July 18, 2019 Congressman Ben McAdams said that although he supports increasing the federal minimum wage, he doesn't support the one-size-fits-all approach that is Raise the Wage H.R. 582), which was voted on in the House today. The federal minimum wage should be increased, but a solution that works in New York City or Los Angeles doesn't work for Utah. We do need the guardrail of a higher minimum wage that helps Utah employees and protects jobs, however this legislation doesn't strike the right balance for Utah, said McAdams. McAdams said he supports an alternative measure to raise the minimum wage that would calculate a new federal wage floor based on the regional cost of living and purchasing power. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-passes-bipartisan-bill-aid-investment-research-small-emerging-growth | McAdams passes bipartisan bill to aid investment research in small, emerging growth companies | 2019-07-11 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams together with Rep. Bill Huizenga (R-MI), passed a bill to improve investment research for small stock issuers, including emerging growth companies and companies considering initial public offerings. The Improving Investment Research for Small and Emerging Issuers Act (H.R. 2919) passed the House by a voice vote. This is a pro-investor, pro-small company measure. It eases a problem for small issuers who have had difficulties getting market research into their companies, complicating access to investment firm capital, said McAdams. This is a bipartisan, commonsense measure and I thank Rep. Huizenga for his leadership on this issue. McAdams said the bill requires the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to report on such topics as the availability of research and potential conflicts of interest relating to its production and distribution. The SEC would be required to make recommendations for increasing small-issuer investment research. The legislation helps offset a disadvantage to individual investors who may have limited research capabilities on their own. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=58 | McAdams passes bipartisan bill to aid investment research in small, emerging growth companies | 2019-07-11 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | McAdams passes bipartisan bill to aid investment research in small, emerging growth companies July 11, 2019 Congressman Ben McAdams together with Rep. Bill Huizenga (R-MI), passed a bill to improve investment research for small stock issuers, including emerging growth companies and companies considering initial public offerings. The Improving Investment Research for Small and Emerging Issuers Act (H.R. 2919) passed the House by a voice vote. This is a pro-investor, pro-small company measure. It eases a problem for small issuers who have had difficulties getting market research into their companies, complicating access to investment firm capital, said McAdams. This is a bipartisan, commonsense measure and I thank Rep. Huizenga for his leadership on this issue. McAdams said the bill requires the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to report on such topics as the availability of research and potential conflicts of interest relating to its production and distribution. The SEC would be required to make recommendations for increasing small-issuer investment research. The legislation helps offset a disadvantage to individual investors who may have limited research capabilities on their own. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-introduces-bipartisan-solar-energy-research-and-development-bill | McAdams introduces bipartisan solar energy research and development bill | 2019-07-10 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams, together with Congressman Jeff Fortenberry (R-NE), introduced the Solar Energy Research and Development Act of 2019 (H.R. 3597). The measure would reauthorize a Department of Energy program for research, development and demonstration of a range of solar energy technologies. The bill was advanced today in the Science, Space and Technology Committee. Moving rapidly to a clean energy economy requires stepped up investment in solar energy and other renewables. The United States can and should kick-start solar innovation by leading out on basic research and development that will lead to break-throughs in next-generation technology. Scientists cite the need for basic research to spur big leaps forward in renewable energy generation and distribution, said McAdams. McAdams said that according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), the renewable share of energy consumption in 2018-- which includes hydroelectricity, biomass, and other renewables such as wind and solar-- was 11.4%, slightly less than its 2017 share. The EIA reports that nearly half of the 4.3 gigawatts of utility-scale electric power sector solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity additions in 2019 are in three states: Texas, California, and North Carolina. Utah Clean Energy Executive Director Sarah Wright said her organization, which is committed to leading and accelerating the clean energy transformation, supports more investment in research. Federal support for solar research and development will enable new innovations to capitalize on our nation's abundant solar energy, which if unleashed, will play a central role in a healthy and affordable energy future. We are grateful for Representative McAdams' leadership in helping to seize the immense opportunities that solar offers to Utah and our nation, Wright said. McAdams said that many energy experts agree it will require far more public financing to scale up promising technologies from the lab to the marketplace. Advanced solar technologies show promise, but the … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=84 | McAdams introduces bipartisan solar energy research and development bill | 2019-07-10 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Congressman Ben McAdams, together with Congressman Jeff Fortenberry (R-NE), introduced the Solar Energy Research and Development Act of 2019 (H.R. 3597). The measure would reauthorize a Department of Energy program for research, development and demonstration of a range of solar energy technologies. The bill was advanced today in the Science, Space and Technology Committee. Moving rapidly to a clean energy economy requires stepped up investment in solar energy and other renewables. The United States can and should kick-start solar innovation by leading out on basic research and development that will lead to break-throughs in next-generation technology. Scientists cite the need for basic research to spur big leaps forward in renewable energy generation and distribution, said McAdams. McAdams said that according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), the renewable share of energy consumption in 2018-- which includes hydroelectricity, biomass, and other renewables such as wind and solar-- was 11.4%, slightly less than its 2017 share. The EIA reports that nearly half of the 4.3 gigawatts of utility-scale electric power sector solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity additions in 2019 are in three states: Texas, California, and North Carolina. Utah Clean Energy Executive Director Sarah Wright said her organization, which is committed to leading and accelerating the clean energy transformation, supports more investment in research. Federal support for solar research and development will enable new innovations to capitalize on our nation's abundant solar energy, which if unleashed, will play a central role in a healthy and affordable energy future. We are grateful for Representative McAdams' leadership in helping to seize the immense opportunities that solar offers to Utah and our nation, Wright said. McAdams said that many energy experts agree it will require far more public financing to scale up promising technologies from the lab to the marketplace. Advanced solar technologies show promise, but the United S… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-joins-local-government-health-officials-announce-bipartisan-bill | McAdams joins local government, health officials to announce bipartisan bill raising age to purchase tobacco | 2019-07-02 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Provo, UtahCongressman Ben McAdams joined local elected officials and a Utah County Health Department expert to talk about his support for bipartisan legislation to raise the age to purchase tobacco to 21. The Tobacco to 21 Act (H.R. 2411) would make it unlawful to sell a tobacco product to anyone under the age of 21. Two Utah county municipalities have already adopted local ordinances with that requirement. Utah state legislators have passed it as well and are gradually phasing in the age 21 requirement. Tobacco is the number one cause of preventable death in the U.S. and nearly 90 percent of smokers first try a tobacco product by age 18. Utah is once again in the lead with a life-saving and health-improving policy and I'm proud to join with Congressman Chris Stewart and others on legislation raising the age to 21 nationally, said McAdams. Utah County Health Department Executive Director, Ralph Clegg notes The success we have seen here in Utah has not happened overnight. It is the culmination of many partners' time and efforts and shows how we can all come together on a bipartisan issue for the health of our communities. Lehi City and Cedar Hills are to be congratulated for their efforts, which were instrumental in helping state legislators see the value in passing the Tobacco 21 legislation. McAdams said evidence shows that if someone has not started using tobacco by age 26, they are likely to never start. Tobacco use costs the U.S. about $170 billion in health care spending each year, including $542 million in Utah. More information can be found at The Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids and The American Heart Association McAdams said he's proud to stand with local officials to highlight their positive results in Utah from the age 21 tobacco purchase requirement and to talk about lives and money saved by this common-sense approach. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=113 | McAdams joins local government, health officials to announce bipartisan bill raising age to purchase tobacco | 2019-07-02 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | McAdams joins local government, health officials to announce bipartisan bill raising age to purchase tobacco July 2, 2019 Provo, UtahCongressman Ben McAdams joined local elected officials and a Utah County Health Department expert to talk about his support for bipartisan legislation to raise the age to purchase tobacco to 21. The Tobacco to 21 Act (H.R. 2411) would make it unlawful to sell a tobacco product to anyone under the age of 21. Two Utah county municipalities have already adopted local ordinances with that requirement. Utah state legislators have passed it as well and are gradually phasing in the age 21 requirement. Tobacco is the number one cause of preventable death in the U.S. and nearly 90 percent of smokers first try a tobacco product by age 18. Utah is once again in the lead with a life-saving and health-improving policy and I'm proud to join with Congressman Chris Stewart and others on legislation raising the age to 21 nationally, said McAdams. Utah County Health Department Executive Director, Ralph Clegg notes The success we have seen here in Utah has not happened overnight. It is the culmination of many partners' time and efforts and shows how we can all come together on a bipartisan issue for the health of our communities. Lehi City and Cedar Hills are to be congratulated for their efforts, which were instrumental in helping state legislators see the value in passing the Tobacco 21 legislation. McAdams said evidence shows that if someone has not started using tobacco by age 26, they are likely to never start. Tobacco use costs the U.S. about $170 billion in health care spending each year, including $542 million in Utah. More information can be found at The Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids and The American Heart Association McAdams said he's proud to stand with local officials to highlight their positive results in Utah from the age 21 tobacco purchase requirement and to talk abo… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=114 | McAdams joins local government, health officials to announce bipartisan bill raising age to purchase tobacco | 2019-07-02 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | McAdams joins local government, health officials to announce bipartisan bill raising age to purchase tobacco July 2, 2019 Provo, UtahCongressman Ben McAdams joined local elected officials and a Utah County Health Department expert to talk about his support for bipartisan legislation to raise the age to purchase tobacco to 21. The Tobacco to 21 Act (H.R. 2411) would make it unlawful to sell a tobacco product to anyone under the age of 21. Two Utah county municipalities have already adopted local ordinances with that requirement. Utah state legislators have passed it as well and are gradually phasing in the age 21 requirement. Tobacco is the number one cause of preventable death in the U.S. and nearly 90 percent of smokers first try a tobacco product by age 18. Utah is once again in the lead with a life-saving and health-improving policy and I'm proud to join with Congressman Chris Stewart and others on legislation raising the age to 21 nationally, said McAdams. Utah County Health Department Executive Director, Ralph Clegg notes The success we have seen here in Utah has not happened overnight. It is the culmination of many partners' time and efforts and shows how we can all come together on a bipartisan issue for the health of our communities. Lehi City and Cedar Hills are to be congratulated for their efforts, which were instrumental in helping state legislators see the value in passing the Tobacco 21 legislation. McAdams said evidence shows that if someone has not started using tobacco by age 26, they are likely to never start. Tobacco use costs the U.S. about $170 billion in health care spending each year, including $542 million in Utah. More information can be found at The Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids and The American Heart Association McAdams said he's proud to stand with local officials to highlight their positive results in Utah from the age 21 tobacco purchase requirement and to talk abo… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-votes-bill-assist-states-securing-elections | McAdams votes for bill to assist states with securing elections | 2019-06-28 | 2019 | 2019-06 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams voted for a bill that would help state and local elections officials ensure the safety and accuracy of their voting systems. The Securing America's Federal Elections (SAFE) Act H.R. 2722-- authorizes funds through the next several election cycles to implement new requirements such as paper ballots and new standards for voting machines. Security experts and Special Counsel Robert Mueller are telling us that foreign meddling occurred in the 2016 election and attempts are underway today to continue interfering with our democratic process, said McAdams. Americans, and only Americans, should be choosing our elected representatives and this bill provides support for our dedicated elections officials to make sure that's the case. Starting in November 2022, the bill requires that states seek to ensure that any voting machine used in federal elections is manufactured in the United States. It also requires paper ballots to be the official record of each federal election and establish new standards for voting machines. States would be able to use federal grants to install equipment that complies with new standards and to make cybersecurity enhancements, including through goods and services, training and vulnerability assessments. McAdams says the bill also prohibits wireless and internet connectivity on systems that count ballots or on which voters mark ballots. Utah elections officials and county clerks have a strong track record of running elections that can be trusted for fairness and accuracy, said McAdams. This legislation backs up their efforts and gives them the tools they need to stay ahead of constantly-evolving cybersecurity threats. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=62 | McAdams votes for bill to assist states with securing elections | 2019-06-28 | 2019 | 2019-06 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | McAdams votes for bill to assist states with securing elections June 28, 2019 Congressman Ben McAdams voted for a bill that would help state and local elections officials ensure the safety and accuracy of their voting systems. The Securing America's Federal Elections (SAFE) Act H.R. 2722-- authorizes funds through the next several election cycles to implement new requirements such as paper ballots and new standards for voting machines. Security experts and Special Counsel Robert Mueller are telling us that foreign meddling occurred in the 2016 election and attempts are underway today to continue interfering with our democratic process, said McAdams. Americans, and only Americans, should be choosing our elected representatives and this bill provides support for our dedicated elections officials to make sure that's the case. Starting in November 2022, the bill requires that states seek to ensure that any voting machine used in federal elections is manufactured in the United States. It also requires paper ballots to be the official record of each federal election and establish new standards for voting machines. States would be able to use federal grants to install equipment that complies with new standards and to make cybersecurity enhancements, including through goods and services, training and vulnerability assessments. McAdams says the bill also prohibits wireless and internet connectivity on systems that count ballots or on which voters mark ballots. Utah elections officials and county clerks have a strong track record of running elections that can be trusted for fairness and accuracy, said McAdams. This legislation backs up their efforts and gives them the tools they need to stay ahead of constantly-evolving cybersecurity threats. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-votes-bipartisan-bill-speed-relief-thousands-migrant-children-us | McAdams votes for bipartisan bill to speed relief to thousands of migrant children in U.S. custody | 2019-06-27 | 2019 | 2019-06 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams voted for a bipartisan bill that provides millions of dollars in emergency aid to address unsafe and unsanitary conditions for thousands of children being held at southern border detention centers and shelters. The measure passed the Senate 84-6 and the President has indicated he will sign it. Children are suffering at the border, and we must act now to stop it. These Central American refugees are living in unacceptable conditions, and they need the funding in this bill for medical care, and additional food and shelter in state-licensed facilities. Once this funding reaches them, we will continue our oversight to hold people accountable for using the funds as intended. Then we move to more medium- and long-term changes to our broken immigration system, said McAdams. McAdams joined numerous moderate Democrats in urging House leadership to quickly vote on and pass the Senate's bipartisan bill. The measure includes $2.8 billion for the Department of Health and Human Services for provision of care in licensed shelters, adding shelter beds in state-licensed facilities, hiring federal field specialists and providing millions for medical care. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-votes-against-bloated-five-bill-spending-package | McAdams votes against bloated, five-bill spending package | 2019-06-26 | 2019 | 2019-06 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams voted against a measure increasing spending by more than $27 billion over last year's levels. McAdams said the second minibus spending measure (H.R. 3055) would give agencies and programs covered in the bill about $383 billion in fiscal year 2020. Another day, another enormous deficit-growing bill that lacks accountable budget decision-making. I laid out what would be required for me to vote for a government spending bill and this doesn't tackle the revenue or spending side, said McAdams. McAdams has consistently said that Republicans and Democrats must come together, agree on a responsible budget blueprint and then start the difficult discussion of choosing where to spend precious taxpayer dollars. Instead, he said the House has been pushing ahead without any agreement on next year's discretionary spending. We're lining up $1 trillion-a- year deficits as far as the eye can see. We need to stop thinking that we can continue business-as-usual in Washington and get a different outcome. Utahns deserve better, said McAdams. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-supports-emergency-funds-improve-conditions-migrant-children-us-custody | McAdams supports emergency funds to improve conditions for migrant children in U.S. custody | 2019-06-25 | 2019 | 2019-06 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams today voted for an emergency border funding bill (H.R. 3401) that prioritizes money for care of thousands of migrant children detained in shelters by U.S. border agents. Large numbers of migrant families arriving at the southern border have resulted in conditions that are reported to be unsafe and unsanitary for those in custody. Meaningful measures must take place to secure our border but treating people humanely and upholding the rule of law are not incompatible. Compassion and human decency demand that we place children and families in shelters that meet basic standards for food, sanitation and medical care. Both the House, the Senate and the President must act quickly to correct these conditions and keep families together, said McAdams. McAdams said that the Homeland Security Department apprehended 132,887 migrants at the border in May, the highest monthly rate in 13 years. Meantime, the number of migrant children referred to the Health and Human Services Department has significantly increased. Facilities are at capacity, resulting in the use of inadequate, unlicensed shelters and a lack of supplies and medical personnel. McAdams said the legislation prioritizes the use of community-based residential care outside of institutional shelter facilities to house unaccompanied children. It also requires Health and Human Services to speed up identification and approval of sponsors and to issue frequent reports on children who were separated from their parents or guardians. This emergency shows how critical it is for all sides in Congress to come together on immigration reforms that will address our broken system, secure the border and improve the means for legal immigration to our country, said McAdams. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-boosts-support-children-s-justice-centers-help-victims-child-abuse | McAdams boosts support for Children’s Justice Centers to help victims of child abuse | 2019-06-20 | 2019 | 2019-06 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams successfully bolstered funding for a program that helps children and families receive support during the criminal justice process as investigations proceed in cases of alleged child abuse and domestic violence. McAdams' amendment to increase grant program funding by $2 million was adopted as part of the Commerce-Justice-Science appropriations bill, which is one of five funding bills being considered under H.R. 3055.McAdams' amendment passed the House with bipartisan support. McAdams said the grant program assists Children's Justice Centers, which provide a comfortable, child-friendly atmosphere for medical providers and social workers to support young survivors of abuse as they seek justice against an alleged abuser while minimizing further trauma. The criminal justice system can be daunting for these courageous young survivors, who often come forward despite their fears. The Children's Justice Center (also known as Children's Advocacy Center) model provides a safe, comfortable environment where trained professionals can conduct interviews without subjecting children to additional emotional harm, said McAdams. They can also provide physical and mental health services to aid the healing process. In 2017, Children's Advocacy Centers throughout the United States served approximately 334,000 children, involving approximately 264,000 alleged offenders. Forty percent of the children served are younger than six years old. I appreciate very much Rep. Ben McAdams' continued commitment to serve and protect our most vulnerable victims of crime. Rep. McAdams is a critical partner to law enforcement and prosecutors in our efforts to bring justice to our communities, said Salt Lake County District Attorney Sim Gill, whose office includes the Salt Lake County Children's Justice Center. McAdams said the Children's Justice Center model also results in a greater conviction rate for cases that are prosecuted in a criminal court. The program is part of the Victims of Child Abuse Act, which is the… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-votes-against-budget-busting-four-bill-spending-package | McAdams votes against budget-busting, four-bill spending package | 2019-06-19 | 2019 | 2019-06 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams voted against a measure totaling nearly $1 trillion in federal spending next year. McAdams said the four-bill minibus spending measure (H.R. 2740) would increase funding for nearly all covered programs compared with last year's fiscal spending levels. The administration has threatened to veto the bill. This vote shouldn't be a surprise to anyone. I laid out what would be required for me to vote for a government spending bill and this doesn't tackle the revenue or spending side, said McAdams. McAdams said he promised to only vote for responsible spending. He voted against the spending bill that increases the deficit even more than last year's and does almost nothing to fix the nation's long- term fiscal picture. McAdams said a fifth bill Legislative Branch appropriationswas removed from the minibus, after he and other Members of Congress spoke out against automatic pay raises. The increase for lawmakers happens unless Congress approves language to stop it and such language was not included in the bill. The modified package covers nearly three-quarters of fiscal year 2020 spending. McAdams said the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office reports that the legislation's proposed $984.7 billion in spending is $31.5 billion above the fiscal year 2019 enacted level. Without doing the responsible work of preparing a budget and agreeing on spending priorities, we're simply throwing money into programs and policies without bipartisan consensus on the financial direction our country will take next year. Utahns deserve better, said McAdams. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-boosts-funding-youth-suicide-prevention | McAdams boosts funding for youth suicide prevention | 2019-06-13 | 2019 | 2019-06 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams successfully pushed for more support for national health researchers to raise awareness of and strengthen prevention efforts to reduce the tragic number of young people who take their own lives. Utah has the sixth-highest overall suicide rate in the country, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).The crisis has prompted state leaders to create a youth suicide task force. His amendment passed the House by a vote of 388-30. Suicide is not only a mental health problem, it has become a public health crisis, said McAdams. We need to do more to understand what puts a young person at risk of tragically ending their life and leaving behind grieving family and friends who wonder what, if anything, could have been done to prevent it. McAdams introduced and passed an amendment as part of a bill to fund the Health and Human Services Department to add $2 million to the CDC's Injury & Prevention Control suicide program.His amendment was applauded by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention which says it receives over twomillion annual calls to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (1-800-273-8255). Suicide is preventable. Help us save lives by approving these amendments, said John Madigan, Chief Public Policy Officer of the foundation, in his letter endorsing the amendment. McAdams also cosponsored a bipartisan amendment by Congresswoman Stephanie Murphy to invest additional funds in the Garrett Lee Smith Youth Suicide Prevention grant program, which funds education and outreach efforts to vulnerable students on college campuses. The program is named after the son of former Oregon Senator Gordon Smith. Garrett Lee Smith killed himself in his Utah apartment where he was attending college. He was one day away from his 22nd birthday. McAdams says the amendment (also approved) increases funding for mental health programming at the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), which distributes grants to colleges such as the Univer… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-stands-against-congressional-pay-raise | McAdams stands up against Congressional pay raise | 2019-06-10 | 2019 | 2019-06 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams will push for his amendment to block a salary hike for Members of Congress set to automatically take effect in January.The $4,500 increase for lawmakers is part of an obscure process that happens unless Congress approves language to stop it. The federal budget deficit is $738 billion for the first eight months of this fiscal year, putting us on the unbelievable path of digging a nearly $1 trillion budget hole by the end of September, said McAdams. Borrowing any money to give Members of Congress a pay raise would add insult to injury and it is nowhere on my list of legislative priorities. McAdams said that the pay raise is on auto-pilot, due to a 1946 law, unless there is a vote to block the increase.He has submitted a one-sentence amendment to the Rules Committee that simply states no cost of living adjustment will be made for Members of Congress for the next fiscal year. His amendment is to the Legislative Branch appropriations bill, which funds Congressional operations. House members currently receive an annual salary of $174,000. Since last October, according to the Congressional Budget Office, spending for net interest on the public debt increased by 16 percent. Interest payments on the debt are the fastest growing part of the budget and it is immoral to keep adding that financial burden to our children and grandchildren. Only in Congress could you hike your own pay without regard to performance or fiscal responsibility, said McAdams. McAdams said one way to help enforce fiscal restraint would be to pass his proposed balanced budget amendment to the Constitution, which requires a balanced budget except in times of war or economic recession. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-cohosts-housing-task-force-forum-input-utah-homebuilder | McAdams cohosts Housing Task Force Forum with input from Utah homebuilder | 2019-06-05 | 2019 | 2019-06 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DC Congressman Ben McAdams, a co-chair of the New Democrats' Housing Task Force, welcomed stakeholders to a forum seeking innovative ideas for making housing more available and affordable. McAdams co-chairs the task force with Congressman Heck of Washington and Congresswoman Hill from California. Utah housing prices continue to climb dramatically. Our metro area is facing a shortage of thousands of homes. Just for reference, the median sales price of a new home in Salt Lake County in 2018 was up 61 percent from the median price in 2010. Three other Wasatch Front counties have had similar rates of increase.We need ideas from Utah and elsewhere to find an approach that works for more Utah families and individuals, said McAdams. McAdams invited Chris Gamvroulas, Ivory Development, to be a panelist during the forum. In Utah, Ivory Home's CEO has created a $1 million Ivory Prize to spur innovative ideas on affordable housing development. The forum is a follow up to the Task Force's 2018 report Missing Millions of Homes.The event focused on actionable solutions to the four L's of housing construction: land, lumber, labor and loans. Two panels of experts addressed members of the New Democrat Coalition and fielded questions. McAdams said today's forum is a preliminary step in the search for solutions to housing affordability. He said he will be reaching out to other Utah housing experts and stakeholders to get their feedback and listen to their ideas. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/health-care-forum | Health Care Forum | 2019-04-17 | 2019 | 2019-04 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Sandy, UT--Congressman Ben McAdamsand Utah State Representative Suzanne Harrison, M.D. invite members of the public to a Health Care Forum on Thursday, April 25th at 4:00 p.m. The event will include a panel discussion with health care experts and a town hall style Q & A with Congressman McAdams and Rep. Harrison. Several health related organizations will also be available to discuss services and resources. Residents are encouraged to RSVP for the free event. WHO: Congressman Ben McAdams, Rep. Suzanne Harrison, Utah health experts WHAT: Health care forum WHEN: Thursday, April 25, 4-6pm WHERE: Hale Center Theatre, 9900 South Monroe St.,Sandy, UT | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-amendment-net-neutrality-bill-supports-enforcement-against-illegal-0 | McAdams amendment to net neutrality bill supports enforcement against illegal content | 2019-04-12 | 2019 | 2019-04 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams voted for the Save the Internet Act of 2019 H.R. 1644, and added an amendment stipulating that the bill would not prohibit internet service providers (ISPs) from blocking unlawful content, such as child pornography. McAdams' amendment was adopted unanimously. The internet has been an important tool for education, innovation and economic growth but it has also, unfortunately, been exploited by criminals who would harm our children. My amendment makes clear that an open and free internet doesn't stop efforts to identify and prosecute the law-breakers, said McAdams. The legislation would reinstate net neutrality rules from the prior administration. Those rules, adopted by the Federal Communications Commission in the 2015 Open Internet Order, reclassified broadband internet service a common carrier service subject to more oversight than less-regulated information services. The rules prohibit ISPs from blocking or slowing consumers' connections based on the source of content. McAdams said the bill is supported by public interest groups including Consumer Reports, New America's Open Technology Institute and the National Hispanic Media Coalition. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-amendment-net-neutrality-bill-supports-enforcement-against-illegal | McAdams amendment to net neutrality bill supports enforcement against illegal content | 2019-04-10 | 2019 | 2019-04 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams voted for the Save the Internet Act of 2019 H.R. 1644, and added an amendment stipulating that the bill would not prohibit internet service providers (ISPs) from blocking unlawful content, such as child pornography. McAdams' amendment was adopted unanimously. The internet has been an important tool for education, innovation and economic growth but it has also, unfortunately, been exploited by criminals who would harm our children. My amendment makes clear that an open and free internet doesn't stop efforts to identify and prosecute the law-breakers, said McAdams. The legislation would reinstate net neutrality rules from the prior administration. Those rules, adopted by the Federal Communications Commission in the 2015 Open Internet Order, reclassified broadband internet service a common carrier service subject to more oversight than less-regulated information services. The rules prohibit ISPs from blocking or slowing consumers' connections based on the source of content. McAdams said the bill is supported by public interest groups including Consumer Reports, New America's Open Technology Institute and the National Hispanic Media Coalition. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-introduces-balanced-budget-amendment | McAdams introduces Balanced Budget Amendment | 2019-04-10 | 2019 | 2019-04 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams has introduced a bill that proposes a Balanced Budget Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, saying it is time for a serious discussion about the federal government's alarming and irresponsible budget deficits. At a time when we face $1 trillion annual deficits, and both parties punt on even trying to pass a budget blueprint, we need to consider a new structure to force fiscal discipline, said McAdams. With this bill, I'm saying let's stop ignoring the issue and start talking about how to address it. McAdams said the measure would amend the U.S. Constitution to prohibit the federal government from spending more than it receives in any given fiscal year with exceptions for times of war or recession. It also generally prohibits a court from enforcing the requirement by ordering cuts to Social Security or Medicare payments. The measure also requires the President to submit a balanced budget to Congress each fiscal year. The President's fiscal year 2020 budget would add more than $10 trillion to the debt, when accounting gimmicks are removed, according to nonpartisan budget experts, said McAdams. Democrats and Republicans continue to vote for policies that increase our future debt burden, with no offsets. This is a bipartisan problem in both the legislative and executive branches, and it must end. McAdams said with debt already at massive levels and interest payments on the debt set to become the largest government expenditure within the next 30 years, a serious effort to reform the budget process is imperative. McAdams is the first House Democrat to introduce a Balanced Budget Amendment this Congress. The legislation has been endorsed by the House Blue Dog Coalition, a group of 27 fiscally-responsible Democrats dedicated to the financial stability and national security of the country. McAdams serves as co-chair of the Blue Dog Task Force on Fiscal Responsibility and Government Reform. In addition to McAdams, the legislation is cosponsored by 10 members of the Blue Dog Coalition. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-supports-colorado-river-drought-contingency-plan | McAdams supports Colorado River drought contingency plan | 2019-04-08 | 2019 | 2019-04 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams voted for a bipartisan, multi-user agreement setting out steps to conserve Colorado River water use as drought conditions continue to affect storage levels in Lake Powell and Lake Mead. The bill H.R. 2030, the Colorado River Drought Contingency Plan Authorization Act-- passed overwhelmingly in the House. McAdams said the bipartisan billsponsored by Utah Rep. Rob Bishop and Arizona Rep. Raul Grijalvais critical to allowing states and other water users to avoid a call for involuntary curtailment of use of the water in each Upper Division state-- including Utah--by the federal government. The water from the Colorado River is not only the life blood for farmers and ranchers in Eastern Utah, it also supplies drinking water to the rapidly-growing Wasatch Front, said McAdams. Both Lake Powell and Lake Mead appear to be operating as designed but both are at uncomfortably low levels. Congress needed to act quickly so that the new agreement can be implemented, and water conservation efforts can begin. Since 2000, the Colorado River Basin and much of the state of Utah have been in a severe drought. McAdams said water managers don't know whether the drought will continue or, due to climate change, may permanently alter the river as a water source. He said the Upper Basin Drought Contingency plan is aimed at protecting Upper Basin water supplies by keeping Lake Powell from falling below a specified critical elevation. Its aim is to help ensure that hydropower needs, water delivery and protections for endangered species continue in compliance with the Colorado River Compactthe law which divides the Colorado River between seven Colorado River Basin states and the country of Mexico. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-votes-protect-utahns-losing-health-care-coverage-due-pre-existing | McAdams votes to protect Utahns from losing health care coverage due to a pre-existing condition | 2019-04-04 | 2019 | 2019-04 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams today voted for a bipartisan measure condemning the Trump Administration's efforts in court to eliminate the Affordable Care Act and the protections it provides from being denied health coverage due to a pre-existing condition. The measure H. Res. 271expresses the sense of the House that the Justice Department should reverse its decision to support a Texas judge's ruling that the Affordable Care Act is unconstitutional. The court decision was stayed pending appeal, so there is no immediate effect. Utahns consistently tell me that access to and affordability of health care is a top concernfor individuals, families and small businesses. They worry about whether they will be able to see a doctor, manage an existing condition or afford their medicine. The Affordable Care Act was not a perfect bill, but at a time when the administration and others are threatening to eliminate it, with no replacement plan, I support actions to strengthen Utahns' access to health care. That includes steps to stabilize the individual health care market place, where 195,000 Utahns have purchased health insurance coverage and to oppose policies that do not protect pre-existing conditions, said McAdams. He also noted that Utah is just this week beginning to expand Medicaid enrollment and that it would be unfair and wrong to take that option away from vulnerable Utahns after they have waited so long for it. McAdams says he looks forward to working in a bipartisan manner to fix the flaws in the Affordable Care Act and strengthen universal coverage. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-moves-bill-forward-help-utah-medical-marijuana-program-legally-access | McAdams moves bill forward to help Utah medical marijuana program legally access banking services | 2019-03-29 | 2019 | 2019-03 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams today supported a bipartisan bill in the House Financial Services Committee the SAFE Banking Act to help Utah's effort to gain access to legal banking services for the state's medical marijuana business. The bill, H.R. 1595, moved through committee Thursday. The committee mark up moves it closer to a vote by the full House. McAdams sits on the committee. It passed on a bipartisan vote of 45-15, including support from 11 Republicans. Thirty-four states, including Utah, have now legalized medical marijuana and yet commerce is carried out in cash-filled duffle bags because marijuana sales and distribution are still illegal under federal law, said McAdams. Until there's a safe harbor' for these state-approved businesses to use banks and credit unions for processing financial transactions, medical marijuana venders will remain easy targets for crime. McAdams said that the Utah State Treasurer and the Utah legislature have called on Congress to solve the problem and the SAFE Banking Act provides help. The legislature recently passedand Governor Herbert signed-- SCR 7 a resolution urging President Trump and Congress to remove the barriers to banking services for Utah's medical marijuana system. Nationally, the financial services industry has been calling for guidance on how to do business with companies that are legal in many states but are not legal at the federal level. Compliance burdens and fear of violating anti-money laundering laws have kept the number of financial institutions willing to do business with marijuana companies to only a few dozen. McAdams said that the SAFE Banking Act does not legalize marijuana but protects state-authorized marijuana businesses, along with supply chain companies, such as real estate companies, accountants or lawyers who work with medical marijuana businesses, from losing their banking services. It also requires federal banking regulators to develop uniform guidance and examine procedures to help financial institutions lawfully serve state-aut… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-calls-house-democratic-leadership-prioritize-infrastructure | McAdams calls on House Democratic Leadership to Prioritize Infrastructure | 2019-03-18 | 2019 | 2019-03 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | WashingtonCongressman Ben McAdams has signed a letter to the House Speaker and Majority Leader asking for quick movement on a series of infrastructure bills to address long-running needs in Utah and across the United States. McAdams said upgrades to roads, bridges, airports and the electrical grid are important to Utah's economy and to improve safety and reduce congestion in the rapidly-growing 4th Congressional District. The letter notes that infrastructure investment is a top priority and it is an issue which broadly unites the Democratic Caucus along with many of our partners from labor organizations to industry associations. Utah's backlog of highway, road and bridge projects has contributed to safety concerns, congestion and poor air quality, said McAdams. Tackling this backlog will provide good-paying jobs and improve our quality of life, with less time stuck in traffic and more time with families and friends. The Blue Dog Coalition letter says that now the government has reopened, the House Leadership team should turn quickly to preparing a series of infrastructure bills. It says Americans have made their views known that making transit improvements, investing in cost-saving energy-efficiency programs, and reforming our port is a priority. I stand ready to work with Republicans and Democrats to move forward on these critical investments in Utah's and America's future, said McAdams. Read the infrastructure letter here. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-supports-bill-restore-integrity-washington-put-public-s-interest-ahead | McAdams votes for bill to restore integrity to Washington, put public’s interest ahead of special interests | 2019-03-08 | 2019 | 2019-03 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams today supported a comprehensive package of campaign finance reforms, ethics reforms and government accountability measures to clean up Washington and restore power to everyday Utahns. The legislation H.R. 1 also includes an amendment McAdams put forward to shine more light on lobbying activities. Our system is broken. Too many politicians go along to get along. We need to change the way Washington does business. Megadonors and special interest groups have too much influence in our system and everyday families get left behind, said McAdams. We are public servants and should always uphold the public trust in everything we do and perform to the highest ethical standards. I'm proud to support H.R. 1 because it curbs the power of special interest groups and puts the public back in the driver's seat of their government. McAdams says the bill shines a light on so-called dark money in politics by upgrading online political ad disclosure and requiring all organizations involved in political activity to disclose their large donors. The measure also increases accountability by expanding conflict-of-interest law. It also puts teeth into ethics oversight by overhauling the Office of Government Ethics, closing loopholes for lobbyists and ensuring watchdogs have enough resources to enforce the law. McAdams said his amendment improves transparency with respect to the lobbying industry in Washington. Under current law, if individuals stay below a threshold of 20 percent of their time on lobbying activities, they can avoid registering as a lobbyist and disclosing their activities. The result is an individual may spend up to 400 hours a year lobbying Congress without public notice or ethics requirements. McAdams' amendment lowers the 20 percent threshold to 10 percent, increasing transparency for lobbyists while not burdening everyday constituents from engaging with members of Congress. By avoiding registering as a lobbyist, people are either seeking to avoid basic transparency requirements or … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-calls-house-budget-committee-focus-reducing-dangerous-level-debt | McAdams calls on House Budget Committee to focus on reducing dangerous level of debt | 2019-03-06 | 2019 | 2019-03 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams testified before the House Budget Committee Wednesday and warned that with interest on America's $22 trillion debt the fastest growing part of the federal budget, both parties must work to lower deficits. McAdams is a member of the House Blue Dog Coalition, a group of 27 fiscally-responsible Democrats dedicated to the financial stability and national security of the country. Before being elected to Congress, I was a mayor responsible for balancing the budget every year. I was then, as I am now, accountable to taxpayers for every dollar spent and nothing is more important than being a good steward of hard-earned tax dollars, said McAdams. Congress has a bipartisan problem when it comes to running up deficits and debt. It is past time to put our fiscal house in order and commit to making tough choices to reverse this ocean of red ink. Presently every man, woman and child in America owes $67,000 as a share of the national debt. He said by the year 2025, interest payments will exceed the cost of America's defense budget. Growing interest payments will crowd out other investment that would move our country forward, such as education, or housing or infrastructure. Not only is that fiscally irresponsible, it is morally reprehensible to saddle generations yet unborn with those bills. And someday, those bills will come due, McAdams testified. McAdams said as a co-chair of the Blue Dog Task Force on Fiscal Responsibility and Government Reform, he'll work to pursue smart, strategic policies to rein in the federal government's persistent annual deficits. The Treasury Department this week reported that the federal budget deficit for the first four months of fiscal year 2019grew by 77 percent, to $310 billion. The government is projected to spend $383 billion on interest payments for its debt this year. McAdams said it's clear the country is on a dangerous and unsustainable course and it is past time for both parties to change direction. McAdams has sponsored the No Budget, No Pay legislati… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-supports-bipartisan-public-lands-bill | McAdams supports bipartisan public lands bill | 2019-02-28 | 2019 | 2019-02 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams voted for the Natural Resources Management Act a comprehensive public lands package that includes 10 locally-driven Utah measures, including land conveyances in Juab and Utah counties. Significant sections of the bill -- S.47-- include the creation of the Jurassic National Monument in Emery County and the permanent reauthorization of the federal Land and Water Conservation Fund. Utah's public lands are a national treasure and a major driving force in our economy. Public lands decisions are best when we forge a local consensus and that's exactly what happened with this package of bills, said McAdams. I'm excited that the Land and Water Conservation Fundwhich had been allowed to expireis permanently reauthorized. This fund has been a key component of America's outdoor recreation economy, which supports 110,000 jobs in Utah. McAdams said the bill gives 2.6 acres of U.S. Forest Service land to Juab County that will be used to house Juab Special Service Fire District personnel in Nephi to prevent and fight wildfires. The bill also provides a land transfer in Utah County to Utah's School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration (SITLA). McAdams said numerous stakeholders worked together on the bill, which designates 661,000 acres of wilderness in Utah, including over 200,000 acres of wilderness in the spectacular Desolation and Labyrinth Canyons. Tens of thousands of annual visitors float those canyons with Utah river-running guides, viewing wildlife and ancient rock art. McAdams said that for more than 50 years, the bipartisan Land and Water Conservation Fund has helped create parks and recreational opportunities in Utah. Over onemillion people participate in hunting, fishing and wildlife watching in Utah, contributing $12.3 billion to Utah's economy. The fund uses no taxpayer money but instead receives revenue from federal offshore oil and gas leases, which is then reinvested in projects such as expanding trails and creating more local and state parks to keep up with Utah's f… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-supports-resolution-block-president-s-improper-spending-action | McAdams supports resolution to block President’s improper spending action | 2019-02-28 | 2019 | 2019-02 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington DCCongressman Ben McAdams voted today for a resolution of disapproval on President Trump's plan to go around Congress and spend billions of taxpayer dollars without Congressional approval. The measure H. J. Res 46 received bipartisan support in the House and now goes to the Senate. I support the House resolution to block the President from ignoring the Constitution to spend almost $7 billion without approval from Congress. Border security was funded with overwhelmingly bipartisan backing. Our Constitution separates powers to ensure a democratic process. The President's action sets a dangerous precedent and harms our constitutional checks and balances, said McAdams. McAdams earlier voted with Republicans and Democrats to fund government operations, including the Department of Homeland Security and border protection. The bill passed by a vote of 300-128 on February 14th. McAdams said that all members of Congress begin their service by committing to protect and defend the Constitution. The oath is to put the country and its Constitution above party politics or loyalty to a president. The Constitution gives the power of the purse to Congress, as the representatives of the nation's taxpayers. A letter from 26 former Republican members of Congress sent to Congress this week states that if you allow a president to ignore Congress, it will be not your authority but that of your constituents that is deprived of the protections of true representative government. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-mcadams-joins-freshman-working-group-addiction | Congressman McAdams joins freshman working group on addiction | 2019-02-15 | 2019 | 2019-02 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C. Congressman Ben McAdams has joined the Freshmen Working Group on Addiction, a bipartisan effort to promote policies to end the addiction crisis in this country. Started by Rep. David Trone of Maryland, the group is composed of 36 members of the newly-elected freshman class with representatives from across the entire nation. The purpose of the group is to come together to understand the extent of addiction crisis and to jointly promote policies to reduce overdoses and deaths. As Salt Lake County Mayor, I saw first-hand how the addiction epidemic has caused personal tragedy and burdened our jails, our courts and our county and state budgets, said McAdams. Last year over 70,000 people died from drug overdoses in America and our citizens are now more likely to die from an opioid overdose than from a car crash. This is an all-hands-on-deck moment and I'm pleased that this bipartisan freshmen working group is stepping forward. Over a third of the freshman class has joined the group. They understand the importance of coming together to fight the addiction problem in our country, said Congressman David Trone, the group's founder. With 192 deaths every day, my colleagues and I are ready to fight back. I'm looking forward to working with Congressman McAdams to bring fresh eyes and new ideas to take action against the epidemic. As part of the working group, members will meet on a regular basis to hear from experts and stakeholders, make site visits to institutions focusing on research and treatment and promote legislation to tackle the crisis. Current members of the Freshmen Working Group on Addiction include Reps. Kelly Armstrong (R-ND), Tim Burchett (R-TN), Gil Cisneros (D-CA), Ben Cline (R-VA), TJ Cox (D-CA), Angie Craig (D-MN), Dan Crenshaw (R-TX), Jason Crow (D-CO), Madeleine Dean (D-PA), Antonio Delgado (D-NY), Lance Gooden (R-TX), Deb Haaland (D-NM), Jahana Hayes (D-C), Katie Hill (D-CA), Chrissy Houlahan (PA-06), Dusty Johnson (R-SD), Ann Kirkpatrick (D-AZ), Susie Lee (D-NV), Mike Levin (D-CA), Ben… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-schedules-two-town-hall-meetings-week-february-17th | McAdams schedules two town hall meetings the week of February 17th | 2019-02-14 | 2019 | 2019-02 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | West Jordan, UtahCongressman Ben McAdams will hold two town hall meetings during the upcoming Congressional District work week one in Lehi, Utah County and one in Nephi, Juab County. I'm eager to meet with folks in this part of Utah's 4th Congressional District to answer their questions and get their feedback on whether what's happening in Congress is working for them, said McAdams. I want to be sure that I am moving Utah's agenda forward. McAdams said he'll have district office staff with him and they will have forms and information available to start working on any casework issues involving federal government agencies. McAdams said it's his top priority to help constituents cut through any government red tape facing them. WHO: Congressman Ben McAdams, 4th Congressional District staff WHAT: Town hall meetings in Lehi City and Nephi City WHEN: Lehi City, February 19th, 6-7 p.m.; Nephi City, February 20th, 4:30-5:30 p.m. WHERE: Lehi City Council Chambers, 153 North 100 East, Lehi, Utah 84043; Nephi City Council Chambers, 21 East 100 North, Nephi, Utah, 84648 | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-announces-congressional-staff-hires | McAdams announces Congressional staff hires | 2019-02-07 | 2019 | 2019-02 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Salt Lake County, UtahCongressman Ben McAdams, UT-04, has hired additional staff to fill several top Congressional office positions. In December, McAdams announced the selection of Nichole Dunn as Chief of Staff. Eric May will serve as Legislative Director. With nearly 10 years of experience on Capitol Hill, Eric most recently worked for Congressman John Delaney, handling House Financial Services and Joint Economic Committee issues. A native Texan, Eric graduated from the University of Arkansas with a Bachelor of Political Science degree. Stephanie Withers will serve as Executive Assistant working from the West Jordan District Office. Most recently, she worked as Mayor McAdams' executive assistant and prior to that, she worked in the Utah Attorney General's Office Medicaid Fraud Control Unit. She is a Utah native and has a Bachelor of Information Technology degree. Alyson Heyrend will serve as Director of Communication and press secretary. She is a Utah native with a Bachelor of Journalism degree from Utah State University and a Master's in Strategic Communication from Westminster College. Before serving as Mayor McAdams' communications director, she worked as communication director for former Utah Congressman Jim Matheson. Michelle Schmitt will serve as Director of Digital Communications. She worked as senior advisor on policy & communication and deputy communications director for Mayor McAdams. Prior to that she was communications specialist for former Salt Lake County Mayor Peter Corroon. Michelle has a Bachelor of Political Science degree and a Master of Public Administration from the University of Utah. Tiffany Clason will serve as District Office Director. She was most recently the community engagement and outreach manager for the Salt Lake County Mayor's office. Previously, she worked for Utah Governor Gary Herbert as director of constituent services and for Louisiana U.S. Senator David Vitter as the North Louisiana regional manager. Andrea Valverde will serve as Director of Office Operations. She rece… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-signs-no-budget-no-pay-act | McAdams signs on to “No Budget, No Pay” Act | 2019-01-25 | 2019 | 2019-01 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C.Congressman Ben McAdams has cosponsored bipartisan legislation, including a bill that would stop congressional pay if Congress fails to pass its budget or spending bills on time. The No Budget, No Pay Act, (H. R. 129) -- introduced by Reps. Jim Cooper, Stephanie Murphy and Vern Buchanan--would prevent House and Senate members from receiving their salary if they miss annual deadlines for budgets and spending bills and members would not be paid retroactively. McAdams also co-sponsored Utah Rep. John Curtis' bill the No Work, No Pay Act of 2019 (H.R. 26) a measure that does not allow for Congressional pay during any government shutdown. Utahns know that if they fail to do their job, they won't get paid. Congress should be no different. This measure would help push bipartisan solutions and avoid government shutdowns that harm Utah families and our economy, said McAdams. As a former mayor who balanced the budget on time every year, I know it can be done. Congress passed a version of the No Budget No Pay Act in 2013. That year, the House and Senate passed individual budgets for the first time in four years. However, the bill was temporary and has since expired. McAdams has deferred his pay for as long as the current shutdown lasts. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-selected-house-financial-services-committee-assignment | McAdams selected for House Financial Services Committee assignment | 2019-01-16 | 2019 | 2019-01 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | West Jordan, UtahCongressman Ben McAdams has been assigned to the House Financial Services Committeeone of four exclusive committees in the U.S. House of Representatives. The committee has jurisdiction over banking, insurance, housing, securities and exchanges, and other consumer finance areas. The financial industry employs more than 75,000 people in Utah, which makes it an important economic driver for our state. It also oversees housing, including federal support for affordable housinga priority issue for me as Salt Lake County Mayor, said McAdams. I'm excited to be in a prime position to help both the Utah economy and Utah consumers. As Salt Lake County mayor, McAdams worked closely with Utah's banking community on private initiatives to reinvest in community housing, economic development projects, early childhood education, and homelessness, among others. While a Utah State Senator, McAdams prioritized consumer protection and sponsored legislation to strengthen penalties against those who commit fraud. He also partnered with the private financial sector and nonprofits on a program to assist small and medium-sized businesses to expand access to trade and global markets and offer better-paying jobs. Prior to his public service, McAdams worked as an attorney helping companies comply with securities regulations and taught Securities Regulations at University of Utah Law School. The Economic Development Corporation of Utah notes that the state's financial industry has experienced employment growth of over 23 percent in the past five years. In addition to the influx of traditional financial services, Utah is seeing growth from emerging industries such as financial technology lenders from Silicon Valley. Utah is also home to the highest number of industrial banks in the nation, with 15 chartered industrial banks. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-supports-funding-help-recover-watershed-damaged-2018-wildfires | McAdams supports funding to help recover watershed damaged in 2018 wildfires | 2019-01-16 | 2019 | 2019-01 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | West Jordan, UtahCongressman Ben McAdams voted for disaster relief legislationH.R. 268which includes help for areas damaged by the July 2018 Dollar Ridge Fire centered over the Strawberry River watershed and the Pole Canyon fire in the Diamond Fork drainage. Both areas are part of the Central Utah Project system of dams, reservoirs and river and stream corridors. McAdams says $350,000 will be provided to the Utah Reclamation Mitigation and Conservation Commission (URMCC). The agency is overseeing environmental repairs related to the 2018fires, including reseeding and planting of shrubs and trees and setting up monitoring stations to better respond to future events. Not only has the forest been destroyed, subsequent rain and runoff events produced catastrophic amounts of mud and debris. That has caused numerous downstream problems for water quality. River erosion and flooding also contributed to the loss of 10 miles of road and bridges between Soldier Creek Dam and the Red Creek confluence, affecting public and private property access. These devastating fires left the Commission with a huge taskhow to deal with future erosion and sediment problems as well as critical habitat restoration. Now is the time to assist the land managers as they work to prevent future damage and protect the water quality for wildlife and people, said McAdams. Working cooperatively, the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation and the Mitigation Commission have acquired and manage thousands of acres for fish and wildlife habitat, angler access and related recreation uses. Additional information about URMCC is available at www.mitigationcommission.gov ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcadams.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcadams-reschedules-townhalls-district-office-open-house | McAdams reschedules townhalls, district office open house | 2019-01-15 | 2019 | 2019-01 | Democrat | House | UT | Ben McAdams | M001209 | mcadams.house.gov | legacy | West Jordan, UtahCongressman Ben McAdams is rescheduling several public meetings originally planned the week of January 20thso he can be present for votes added to the House of Representatives calendar. McAdams has rescheduled his district office open house from Tuesday, January 22nd to Saturday, January 26th, from 1-3 p.m. He has rescheduled the two town halls in West Valley City and Lehi City to the times and locations shown below. I hope rescheduling is not too inconvenient for constituents eager to share their views. Listening to them is a top priority for me and I look forward to seeing as many constituents as possible on the new dates, said McAdams. WHO: Congressman Ben McAdams WHAT: District Office Open House and two town hall meetings Town Hall Meeting Saturday, January 19th, 1-2 p.m. Redwood Recreation Center, 3060 Lester Street, West Valley City District Office Open House Saturday, January 26th, from 1-3 p.m. 9067 South 1300 West, Suite 101, West Jordan, Utah Town Hall Meeting Tuesday, February 19th, 6-7 p.m. Lehi City Council Chambers, 153 North 100 East, Lehi For questions or concerns, call (202) 225-3011 or email Tiffany Clason, District Office Director at tiffany.clason@mail.house.gov | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z |
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