url,title,date,year,month,party,chamber,state,member_name,bioguide_id,domain,scraper,source,date_source,text,has_text,collected_at,updated_at
https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1818,Rep. Maloy Introduces the Geothermal Tax Parity Act of 2025,2025-12-18,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,UT,Celeste Maloy,M001228,maloy.house.gov,maloy,https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Today, Representative Celeste Maloy (R-UT) introduced the bipartisan Geothermal Tax Parity Act of 2025, which extends long standing oil and gas tax provisions to geothermal projects to promote one of America’s cheapest and most reliable energy sources. The bill supports a rapidly growing American energy industry delivering reliable, around the clock power. The legislation is cosponsored by Representatives John Garamendi (D-CA), Blake Moore (R-UT), Steven Horsford (D-NV), and Russ Fulcher (R-ID).

“Geothermal energy is a reliable resource with enormous potential, especially in the West,” said Rep. Celeste Maloy. “Utah is already proving what next generation geothermal can deliver. This bill removes outdated barriers in the tax code so private investment can keep pace with innovation, strengthen our energy security, and create high quality jobs in rural communities.”

The Geothermal Tax Parity Act would allow geothermal projects to qualify for the same passive loss treatment long available to oil and gas investments, enabling investors to deduct project losses against other income. The bill would also extend existing tax treatment for geological and geophysical exploration costs to geothermal development, reducing upfront risk and encouraging private sector investment.

In Utah, geothermal innovation is already underway. Fervo Energy is constructing the world’s largest next generation geothermal development in Beaver County. The project is expected to begin operations in 2026 and deliver up to 500 megawatts of power by 2028, supporting growing energy demand across the region.

“Geothermal energy is one of the most promising, clean energy resources we have. It provides reliable, round-the-clock power, strengthens our energy security, and creates good-paying jobs,” said Rep. John Garamendi. “The bipartisan Geothermal Tax Parity Act is simple: if oil and gas receive a tax benefit, geothermal should too. By extending long-standing energy tax incentives to geothermal, we can accelerate next-generation clean energy deployment, leverage our existing workforce and engineering expertise, and position the United States as a global leader in geothermal power.”

Industry leaders also voiced support for the legislation.

Fervo said, “We are grateful for Rep. Maloy and Rep. Garamendi’s leadership on the Geothermal Tax Parity Act. The bill will help attract capital to a rapidly growing industry, further positioning enhanced geothermal to meet our nation’s rising electricity demand with clean, baseload power.”

“Quaise Energy strongly endorses the Geothermal Tax Parity Act. This legislation will help unlock America's vast geothermal potential at exactly the moment we need it most,” said Carlos Araque, CEO and President of Quaise Energy. “By creating the right investment climate for next-generation geothermal technologies, Representatives Maloy and Garamendi are positioning the United States to command technological leadership in accessing an energy resource that dwarfs all other sources combined, strengthening our national security and economic competitiveness.”

Zanskar stated, “Rep. Maloy’s Geothermal Tax Parity Act will provide an essential market-based tailwind to help ignite an American geothermal boom. By modernizing the tax code to reflect the geothermal's unique value and potential, this bill levels the playing field for investors—attracting private capital and helping secure a future of clean, reliable and American baseload power.”

Citizens for Responsible Energy Solutions added, ""CRES applauds the introduction of the Geothermal Tax Parity Act, which will accelerate the deployment of geothermal energy. Geothermal energy is an important, home-grown part of the nation's energy mix. By accelerating investments into this industry, America's energy system can become cleaner, more reliable and more affordable.""

The Geothermal Tax Parity Act is supported by a broad coalition including Geothermal Rising, Fervo Energy, U.S. Oil and Gas Association, Citizens for Responsible Energy Solutions, the Bipartisan Policy Center, Greenfire Energy, Quaise Energy, and Eavor.",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1819,"Maloy, Lummis Introduce CLEAR Act to Protect Local and State Law Enforcement Authority",2025-12-18,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,UT,Celeste Maloy,M001228,maloy.house.gov,maloy,https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Earlier this week, Congresswoman Celeste Maloy (R-UT), alongside Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY), introduced the Community Law Enforcement Authority Restoration Act of 2025, known as the CLEAR Act, to block a Biden-era U.S. Forest Service rule that expands federal involvement in enforcing state and local laws.

The Forest Service rule, Law Enforcement; Criminal Prohibitions, was finalized in the final weeks of the Biden Administration and would allow federal land management agencies to administer and enforce certain criminal laws. The CLEAR Act prevents the Forest Service from administering, implementing, or enforcing the rule.

“In Utah, local law enforcement knows their communities best,” said Congresswoman Maloy. “Our sheriffs are accountable to the people they serve. The CLEAR Act keeps law enforcement authority where it belongs and prevents unnecessary federal overreach into Utah’s rural counties.”

Utah is home to vast areas of federally managed land, making clear lines of law enforcement authority critical for public safety and effective governance. Local sheriffs have long worked cooperatively with federal agencies, but the rule raised concerns about jurisdictional confusion and authority being expanded through administrative action rather than by Congress.

“This effort, implemented by the U.S. Forest Service, has been a long-standing issue of contention,” said Tracy Glover, Sheriff of Kane County Utah. “While we seek strong working relationships with federal agencies, we cannot, and will not, abdicate our authority and jurisdiction to the detriment of the people we serve and the Office of Sheriff.”",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases/utah-rep-mike-kennedy-passes-bill-support-wildfire-prevention,Utah Rep. Mike Kennedy Passes Bill to Support Wildfire Prevention,2025-12-16,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,UT,Mike Kennedy,K000403,mikekennedy.house.gov,mikekennedy,https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Mike Kennedy (R-Utah-03), Vice Chairman of the Subcommittee on Federal Lands; Sen. Mike Lee (R-Utah), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources; and Sen. John Curtis (R-Utah), along with Representatives Burgess Owens (R-Utah-04), Blake Moore (R-Utah-01), and Celeste Maloy (R-Utah-02), have passed the Utah Wildfire Research Institute Act.

The bill will create a federal wildfire research institute at Utah State University, dedicated to studying wildfire ecology and developing innovative solutions to mitigate wildfire risks. The institute will partner with local, state, and federal agencies to enhance forest and rangeland management and implement strategies for long-term ecological restoration.

“I am proud to be the House sponsor of this bill. The Utah Wildfire Research Institute Act of 2025 will drive critical research to develop and sustain fire-resilient forests, safeguarding our communities. By implementing proven best practices, we anticipate reducing the strain on our firefighters and emergency services, who tirelessly protect both Utah's forests and its residents,” said Rep. Kennedy.

“H.R. 1045 will give Utah’s firefighters, land managers and communities better data and tools to combat the growing threat of catastrophic wildfire. By expanding research, improving data collection, and advancing fire modeling capabilities, this bill means more effective mitigation, safer communities, and stronger forest resilience. I commend Rep. Kennedy and Sen. Lee for their leadership on this effort and I am proud to support this forward-looking effort to protect lives, landscapes, and western economies,” said Chairman Westerman

""Robust forest management strategies are essential to protecting Utah’s nearly 22 million acres of forests from catastrophic wildfires. The Utah Wildfire Research Institute Act will significantly enhance our state's wildfire preparedness by bolstering the tools and resources available to proactively manage and protect our forests and communities,"" said Chairman Lee.

“Wildfires have increasingly devastated Utah communities, threatened homes, and scarred our cherished lands. The Utah Wildfire Research Institute Act ensures Utah has the cutting-edge research and proactive solutions it needs to better prevent and mitigate fires—protecting our families, forests, and way of life,” said Sen. Curtis.

""Utah responsibly manages its forest land in collaboration with partners at the local and federal levels to prevent and limit the spread of wildfires. This legislation will provide the state with additional resources to build off its existing efforts and increase resiliency. I'm proud to cosponsor this legislation alongside my colleagues in the Utah delegation,"" said Rep. Maloy

""Utah has long been at the forefront of responsible resource management, and it’s time for our state to be included in efforts to prevent wildfires and protect our forests. By establishing the Utah Wildfire Research Institute, we’ll harness local expertise, collaborate with national partners, and strengthen our ability to tackle one of the most pressing issues facing the West,” said Rep. Owens.

“This bill will establish a wildfire research institute in the First District where experts and officials can come together and create innovative solutions to keep our forests and communities safe. As the west continues to struggle with devastating wildfires, this effort will help ensure that Utah has resources to research and collaborate on wildfire mitigation, forest management, and watershed projects,” said Rep. Moore

Background information:

This bill amends the Southwest Forest Health and Wildfire Prevention Act of 2004 to include Utah as a fourth location for the Southwest Ecological Restoration Institutes (SWERI) alongside Arizona, New Mexico, and Colorado.

It creates an institute at Utah State University to research and collaborate with partners on projects promoting healthy forests, wildfire prevention, and resilient water supplies.

It directs the Chief of the Forest Service and the Secretary of the Interior to designate a university in Utah to host the institute.

This legislation requires Utah State University to receive a share of the annually appropriated sums for the program under the Southwest Forest Health and Wildfire Prevention Act.",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-blake-moores-legislation-to-preserve-university-of-utahs-research-park-passes-the-house-of-representatives,Congressman Blake Moore's Legislation to Preserve University of Utah’s Research Park Passes the House of Representatives,2025-12-15,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Blake Moore's legislation to protect and preserve the University of Utah’s nearly 600-acre Research Park passed the House of Representatives by unanimous consent. Working alongside University of Utah leadership, Congressman Moore crafted the University of Utah Research Park Act to ensure the U can continue to serve as a premier research incubator.

“The University of Utah’s Research Park has been instrumental in putting Utah on the map for innovation, research, and development,"" Congressman Moore said. “This legislation will provide the U with the stability necessary to meet the needs of its students, the community, and industry. I am grateful for the bill's bipartisan support and am thrilled it passed the House! Go Utes!""

“Representative Moore’s bill will make a technical fix to allow the University of Utah full use of their facilities, free from federal interference. As a proud Utahn, Representative Moore’s attention to this legislation shows he has the best interests of his state at heart. I am proud to work alongside him and Senator Lee on this legislation and hope to see it on the President’s desk swiftly,” House Natural Resources Committee Chairman Bruce Westerman said.

The bill addresses legal uncertainties surrounding the university's use of land initially conveyed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in 1968 under the Recreation and Public Purposes (R&PP) Act. At that time, the university requested land on the Fort Douglas Military Reservation for academic and research use--a request approved and granted by BLM. Since then, the university has built a nationally recognized research park, housing over 50 companies and employing nearly 14,000 Utahns.

After decades of cooperative engagement between the university and the federal government, BLM has recently questioned whether the long-standing activities at Research Park are consistent with the original land patent under the R&PP Act. The University of Utah Research Park Act resolves that uncertainty by confirming that the development and operation of a university research park is a valid public purpose under the Act.

The legislation builds on previous versions negotiated with the Department of the Interior and is supported by the University of Utah and passed unanimously out of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources last Congress, with a technical revision to ensure flexibility in land use as authorized.

Background:

In 1968, BLM issued a land patent to the University of Utah for undeveloped tracts of the Fort Douglas Military Reservation.

The land was conveyed under the R&PP Act, which allows for public use of federal land for education, recreation, and other purposes.

Recent concerns raised by BLM threatened to call into question the university's ongoing use of the land for a research park.

The University of Utah Research Park Act affirms the university's activities are valid and consistent with the original public purpose of the conveyance.

The bill text can be found on Congress.gov.

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https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-blake-moores-bipartisan-legislation-to-halt-counterfeit-imports-passes-committee,Congressman Blake Moore's Bipartisan Legislation to Halt Counterfeit Imports Passes Committee,2025-12-10,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Representatives Blake Moore (R-UT) and Brad Schneider (D-IL) introduced legislation to halt counterfeit and pirated imports into the United States. The bill changes how Customs and Border Protection (CBP) can share the packing and shipping information of suspected counterfeit products with key intellectual property rights holders, transportation carriers, and e-commerce platforms. This bill passed the Ways and Means Committee by a bipartisan vote of 40-0.

“The global economy is flush with threats from counterfeiters, IP thieves, and black-market traders,"" Rep. Moore said. ""This bill will unlock real-time intelligence sharing between CBP and the private sector that will help shut down these networks and cut off the flow of counterfeit products before they reach American shores. This will safeguard American businesses and protect our citizens from dangerous counterfeit goods. I’m thrilled that this bill has generated strong bipartisan support and unanimously passed through the Ways and Means Committee today.""

“The United States has well-established and enforceable property rights that have allowed innovation and entrepreneurship to flourish in our country,” said Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith (MO-08). “Unfortunately, there are bad actors that will try to exploit any loophole in our laws – including gaps in our trade enforcement – to steal American intellectual property. Thanks to Representative Moore’s leadership, the Ways and Means Committee is advancing solutions that will improve coordination between law enforcement and the private sector to help stem the tide of IP theft being perpetrated across our nation’s borders.”

“Counterfeit goods undercut American businesses, threaten jobs, and endanger public safety. I’m proud to join my colleague on the Ways and Means Committee Rep. Blake Moore and Sens. Chuck Grassley and Maggie Hassan in introducing this legislation that enhances CBP’s ability to disrupt counterfeit trafficking networks and better safeguards our economy and communities,” Rep. Schneider said.

“Stopping counterfeits at the border demands a coordinated and collaborative approach,” said Travis Johnson, Vice President of the International AntiCounterfeiting Coalition. “This commonsense legislation enhances CBP’s ability to leverage private sector expertise and intelligence, and we applaud the sponsors for their efforts to protect consumers and legitimate businesses from the harms caused by those illicit imports.”

“We are thankful for Chairman Grassley’s efforts to call for more information sharing for rights holders to quickly and effectively identify counterfeit and illicit products. Counterfeit goods do not just represent economic losses, lost sales, and lost jobs through brand identity theft; the digital devalue chain of counterfeits exposes consumers and workers to a multitude of dangers that pose real product safety hazards for consumers, workers, and the environment,” said Steve Lamar, President and CEO of the American Apparel & Footwear Association.

Background:

While CBP’s job is to identify counterfeit products at U.S. ports of entry and flag for businesses when they suspect a particular shipment might be counterfeit or pirated, they are currently only allowed to provide limited information about shipments in question. CBP is not permitted to share packing materials (such as the external container in which goods are shipped), images, labels, invoices, or packing slips that identify the product’s country of origin with key parties such as property rights holders, carriers like DHL, UPS, or FedEx, and e-commerce platforms like Etsy and Amazon.

This bill would provide explicit authority for CBP to share all relevant information with companies, carriers, and platforms when a shipment in question contains suspected counterfeit or pirated products. The bill also broadens the range of parties with whom CBP can disclose such information, including shipping companies and e-commerce sites where the product in question may be sold.

Under this bill, CBP would be allowed to share:

Shipping labels and tracking numbers

Sender and recipient addresses

Invoices and manifests

Outer packaging images, like courier tape, weight notations, and box markings

Container-level packaging information and data

This means CBP could flag patterns of behaviors such as:

Repeat senders across multiple shipments

“Drop addresses” used by organized counterfeiters

Common entry ports or air routes

Example: A counterfeit electronics shipment from Shenzhen repeatedly enters via the Port of Los Angeles using the same fake return address and tracking patterns. With this bill, CBP can share these patterns with carriers like UPS, DHL, and FedEx to intercept future parcels earlier in the pipeline.

The Moore-Schneider bill is supported by the Alliance for Automotive Innovation, Alliance for Safe Online Pharmacies, American Apparel & Footwear Association, Automotive Anti-Counterfeiting Council, Baby Safety Alliance, International AntiCounterfeiting Coalition, International Trademark Association, Partnership for Safe Medicines, Pharmaceutical Security Institute, and Transnational Alliance to Combat Illicit Trade.

You can read the full bill here and on Congress.gov.

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https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-blake-moores-statement-on-final-house-passage-of-the-national-defense-authorization-act-for-fiscal-year-2026,Congressman Blake Moore’s Statement on Final House Passage of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026,2025-12-10,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Blake Moore issued the following statement on his vote in support of the final passage of the FY26 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA):

“As co-chair of the House Military Depot Caucus and the House Air Force Caucus, I am thrilled that several of my bipartisan policy measures to strengthen the defense industrial base and long-term health of facilities like the Ogden Air Logistics Complex at Hill Air Force Base and Tooele Army Depot were included in the final FY26 NDAA. This year’s NDAA provides improved resources for Utah service members and their families, strengthens American leadership and military deterrence against our adversaries, and ensures our armed forces are receiving the tools they need to remain second to none on the global stage. This annual bill is critical to our national security, and I am grateful to have provided a voice from Utah in crafting this legislation.”

Congressman Moore directly secured several wins in the FY26 NDAA that help advance the military's mission set and benefit service members at Hill Air Force Base (HAFB) and worked closely with the House Armed Services Committee to include several standalone amendments and bills adopted in the final version, including:

An amendment to widen the definition of “direct hire authority” for depots and industrial facilities, led in conjunction with Senator James Lankford (R-OK). This new definition includes supporting staff and units such as program and management analysts, facilities mechanics, training instructors, and those involved in safety/occupational health. It enables facilities like HAFB to use direct hire authority to quickly hire new staff, manage attrition, recruit for increased workload, and reduce reliance on private contractors.

The FALCON Act, which requires the U.S. Air Force to incorporate depot-level maintenance planning into at least one annual multinational exercise in the Indo-Pacific. This includes coordination with allies such as Australia and South Korea on maintenance capabilities, airworthiness certification, emergency planning, and logistics sustainment.

The full authorization of the Baltic Security Initiative, a DOD initiative to help train and strengthen the armed forces of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania to deter Russian aggression, increase NATO interoperability, and support $175 million in military modernization funds for NATO’s Eastern Flank.

Increases to the Basic Allowance for Housing and the Basic Allowance for Subsistence, for the purpose of widening eligibility for more lower-enlisted service members and their families to qualify for food assistance.

Other wins in the NDAA for HAFB service members, Utah's military community, and military members across the United States:

Provides a 3.8% pay raise for all service members.

Authorizes over $250 million in military construction projects at Hill Air Force Base, including:

$2.6 million in planning and design funds for an F–35 canopy repair facility

$22 million for the construction of a new F–35 maintenance facility on the East Campus

$113 million for the construction of a new T–7A depot maintenance complex

Authorizes $28 million for energy resilience and grid security at Camp Williams.

Authorizes $145 million for a Utah Air National Guard-led land conveyance and expansion project at Salt Lake City International Airport.

Authorizes $50 million in additional funding for barracks design and $50 million in minor construction for laboratories and demolition.

Requires the Secretary of the Air Force to prioritize full sustainment of the Minuteman III program until the Sentinel program, based in Northern Utah, reaches full operational capability. This requires an assessment of aging components, performance shortfalls, test results, inventory status, attrition forecasts, and budget needs.

Funds deployment of the National Guard and active-duty troops to the southwest border.

Ends Biden-era wokeism in the DOD and dismantles DEI initiatives.

Directs the DOD to study an alternative Basic Allowance for Housing calculation methodology, which could positively shift rates to better account for high-cost areas.

Key national security-related measures in the NDAA include:

Authorizes over $1 billion to fight drug trafficking, including $398 million for DOD support of Counter Narcotics operations and $216 million for National Guard Counter Drug programs—$100 million over the President’s budget request.

Authorizes full funding for top Trump administration priorities, including the Golden Dome missile defense system, Sentinel ICBM program, F-47 next-generation fighter aircraft, and autonomous platforms.

Reauthorizes U.S. intelligence community activities for FY26, Coast Guard authorities for FY26-FY27, and the Department of State.

Provides continued support for the development of the Columbia Class Submarine, a critical pillar of the U.S. nuclear triad and strategic deterrence posture.

Prohibits or requires notification of outbound U.S. investments into sensitive technologies in China, including artificial intelligence, biotechnology, semiconductors, quantum technologies, high-performance computing, and hypersonics. This ensures U.S. businesses cannot promote China's military modernization.

Ensures that Chinese biotechnology companies of concern are blocked from U.S. federal contracts, grants, or loans, thus benefiting from federal research programs.

Requires U.S. military force posture in Europe and South Korea to remain at current levels to deter adversaries like Russia and North Korea from threatening U.S. treaty allies and further destabilizing the national security environment.

Imposes new oversight requirements on the Pentagon regarding operations against designated terrorist organizations in the United States Southern Command area of responsibility.

You can read the full bill on Congress.gov.

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https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-kennedy-introduces-bill-cut-red-tape-and-empower-states-advance-transit,Rep. Kennedy Introduces Bill to Cut Red Tape and Empower States to Advance Transit Infrastructure,2025-12-09,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,UT,Mike Kennedy,K000403,mikekennedy.house.gov,mikekennedy,https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Congressman Mike Kennedy (UT-03), alongside Senator Lee introduced the Streamline Transit Projects Act to improve transit project timelines and quality by empowering states – not unelected bureaucrats in Washington– to manage environmental reviews for local transit needs.

“Utahns need infrastructure that keeps pace with our rapid growth, and we can’t afford to see critical projects stalled by Washington red tape,” said Congressman Mike Kennedy. “Utah’s agencies know our communities better than unelected bureaucrats ever will. This bill returns decision-making power to the state so we can deliver results for Utah quickly, responsibly, and without years of needless delay.”

“The Streamlining Transit Projects Act will help UTA deliver reliable, accessible public transit service for Utahns by cutting through burdensome regulatory red tape that often slows critical projects,” said Carlton Christensen, Chair, UTA Board of Trustees. “This legislation preserves the rigorous environmental standards, while giving agencies the flexibility to move forward more efficiently. We appreciate Congressman Kennedy’s leadership in introducing this important bill in the House of Representatives.”

“The Wasatch Front Regional Council (WFRC) strongly supports the Streamlining Transit Projects Act because it provides additional tools to advance essential transit investments that improve mobility for communities across Utah,” said Andrew Gruber, Executive Director, WFRC. “Providing multimodal transportation choices, including public transit, helps Utah address challenges like traffic congestion, air quality, and housing availability which accompany our state’s rapid growth. By streamlining the environmental review process, while still safeguarding environmental considerations, this bill helps deliver high-quality transportation options more effectively. We thank Congressman Kennedy for championing this legislation and for his leadership in strengthening Utah’s transportation future.”

The Streamline Transit Projects Act:

Authorizes the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Transportation to enter into a memorandum of understanding with interested state transit agencies to assume responsibility under NEPA for one or more transit projects.

Requires participating states to determine whether certain activities are included within classes of action identified by the Secretary that are categorically excluded from requirements for environmental assessments or environmental impact statements.

Allows the Secretary to terminate the assignment of responsibilities if the transit agency is not adequately carrying them out.

Senator Lee is leading a version of this legislation in the Senate.",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-blake-moore-reintroduces-bill-to-improve-congressional-access-to-economic-data,Congressman Blake Moore Reintroduces Bill to Improve Congressional Access to Economic Data,2025-12-05,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON—Congressman Blake Moore reintroduced legislation to improve congressional access to economic data. The Increasing Baseline Updates Act will require the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) to produce at least two baseline updates each year, including one update with economic data. This will ensure Congress has the most up-to-date information on relevant budget and economic figures to inform the appropriations process and other legislation.

This legislation was originally introduced during the 118th Congress. It was unanimously passed by the House Budget Committee and out of the House of Representatives in December 2024.

""Americans have made it abundantly clear that they welcome the Trump Administration’s efforts to rein in wasteful federal spending and lower our crippling national debt,” Congressman Moore said. “The Increasing Baseline Updates Act will help this critical initiative by enhancing Congress’s ability to make informed decisions during the budgeting process with more consistently updated data from the Congressional Budget Office.""

“We can’t get our fiscal house in order or be good stewards of the taxpayers’ hard-earned dollars if we’re flying blind. Rep. Blake Moore’s smart, commonsense reform ensures Congress has timely, accurate budget and economic data so we can make better decisions and better confront our out-of-control debt. This is a practical fix that strengthens the budget process and serves the American people well,” House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington said.

Background:

Under the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974, CBO is required to publish its baseline before February 15th of each year. The baseline is a projection of federal outlays and revenues under current and future fiscal years according to existing law. Despite the requirement for an annual baseline, there is no statutory obligation for CBO to provide a specific number of baseline updates, which are critical to ongoing policymaking in Congress. The last time CBO published a baseline update after July was 2020. This is problematic considering Congress’s tendency to pass government funding bills at the end of the calendar year. Additionally, the last time CBO published three baselines in a year was 2019. This leaves lawmakers relying on outdated information on the fiscal state of our nation. The Increasing Baseline Updates Act is an important step toward improving our budget process and returning to regular order.",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-kennedy-introduces-legislation-crack-down-chinese-intellectual-property,Rep. Kennedy  Introduces Legislation to Crack Down on Chinese Intellectual Property Theft,2025-12-05,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,UT,Mike Kennedy,K000403,mikekennedy.house.gov,mikekennedy,https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Congressman Mike Kennedy (UT-03) introduced the Combatting China’s Pilfering of Intellectual Property (CCP IP) Act alongside Senator Curtis (UT) to protect American innovators by imposing sanctions on Chinese individuals, companies, and organizations engaged in intellectual property (IP) theft. The legislation strengthens U.S. authority to block assets, deny visas, and increase diplomatic pressure on the Chinese Communist Party to end its state-directed campaign to steal and replicate protected American technologies.

“Utah is home to world-class innovators, from startups to global firms whose ideas power our economy. When foreign actors steal those ideas, they aren’t just taking technology; they’re taking jobs, investment, and the future prosperity of our communities,” said Congressman Mike Kennedy. This bill puts real consequences on those who steal American IP and sends a clear message: Utah’s creators and America’s entrepreneurs will be protected.”

Background:

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) hasfound the annual cost to the U.S. economy of counterfeit goods, pirated software, and theft of trade secrets to be between $225 billion and $600 billion. The FBI has also asserted that China is the “world’s principal infringer of intellectual property,” and that it “uses its laws and regulations to put foreign companies at a disadvantage and its own companies at an advantage.”

FBI Agent David Fitzgibbons, who covers national security breaches in Idaho, Montana, and Utah, haswarned that the greatest long-term threat in the United States, including Utah, is the CCP. “[The Chinese Communist Party] have a motto of rob, replicate and replace,” Fitzgibbons said. “They want to steal our trade secrets when it comes to our economy. With our corporations, they want to replicate and eventually replace us in the global marketplace.”

To address these economic and national security concerns, the CCP IP Act would:

Impose sanctions on any person or entity determined to have engaged in a pattern of significant IP theft from a U.S. person or to have received stolen U.S. IP knowingly.

Impose broad visa and immigration restrictions on CCP and government officials until the Chinese government takes meaningful steps to stop IP theft. U.S. visas would be denied to:

Senior officials of the CCP and their spouses and children

Members of China’s cabinet of government

Active-duty officers in the People’s Liberation Army

Impose penalties on anyone who attempts or conspires to violate sanctions.

Senator Curtis is leading a version of this legislation in the Senate.",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-kennedy-introduces-bipartisan-legislation-address-health-care-workforce,Rep. Kennedy Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Address Health Care Workforce Shortage,2025-12-04,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,UT,Mike Kennedy,K000403,mikekennedy.house.gov,mikekennedy,https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Congressman Mike Kennedy (UT-03), along with Congresswoman Julie Johnson (TX-32), introduced the bipartisan Fast Track Health Care Apprenticeships Act, which incentivizes innovative approaches to address the health care workforce shortage by streamlining apprenticeships and offering a pathway to good-paying jobs.

The Fast Track Health Care Apprenticeship Act amends the National Apprenticeship Act to streamline and update federal and state labor agencies’ health care apprenticeship application process by:

Requiring federal and state labor agencies to make determinations on health care apprenticeship applications within 45 days of receipt.

Requiring that the Department of Labor digitize apprenticeship agreement forms, modernize the application process and enhance accessibility for applicants.

“Utah’s hospitals, clinics, and families feel the strain of our national health care workforce shortage every day. As a family doctor, I know firsthand that strong patient care depends on having enough trained professionals,” said Congressman Mike Kennedy. “Streamlining apprenticeship pathways is a practical, commonsense step that will help build our workforce and in communities across the country. I’m proud to work with colleagues on both sides of the aisle to deliver real results for the American people.”

“Our health care workforce is stretched to its limit, and families in Texas are feeling it in longer wait times, higher costs, and fewer options for care,” said Congresswoman Julie Johnson. “The Fast Track Health Care Apprenticeships Act strengthens our workforce pipeline by making it easier and faster for aspiring health care professionals to get trained and step into good-paying, stable jobs. By streamlining this process and reducing barriers for employers, we can expand access to care in every community and help bring down costs for patients. This bipartisan, commonsense effort supports workers, supports providers, and ensures that every family can rely on a health care system that’s accessible, affordable, and built to meet their needs.”

The American Hospital Association projects a shortage of nearly 100,000 critical health care workers by 2028, underscoring the urgent need to strengthen the workforce pipeline. The Department of Labor’s apprenticeship programs already serve a wide range of professions — from registered nurses and pharmacy technicians to medical and dental assistants, surgical technologists, paramedics, and behavioral health paraprofessionals.

By cutting red tape and expanding access to these programs, Congress can help employers train the next generation of health care professionals and bolster the resilience and long-term stability of our health care system.",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/icymi-congressman-blake-moore-joins-president-trump-to-celebrate-michael-and-susan-dells-625b-investment-in-trump-accounts,ICYMI: Congressman Blake Moore Joins President Trump to Celebrate Michael and Susan Dell’s $6.25B Investment in Trump Accounts,2025-12-03,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON—Congressman Blake Moore joined President Trump at the White House to celebrate Michael and Susan Dell’s monumental $6.25 billion investment in Trump Accounts for children. Congressman Moore introduced legislation in the House to establish these investment accounts, which was passed and signed into law as part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on July 4th, 2025.

Alongside Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Speaker Mike Johnson, Senator Ted Cruz, House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith, Michael and Susan Dell, and other champions of Trump Accounts, Congressman Moore spoke about the meaningful impact these investment accounts will have on the next generation as they experience the power of capitalism and compounding interest, save for the future, and have a better chance at achieving the American Dream.

Watch Congressman Moore’s remarks at the White House here:

Background:

Trump Accounts are tax-deferred savings accounts for American children under 18. American children born between 2025 and 2028 are eligible for a $1,000 government contribution to their Trump Account, and up to $5,000 per year can be contributed to an account from any source, including family, friends, and employers. No money can be withdrawn before a child turns 18 years old. The Treasury Department’s Office of Tax Analysis projects that individual Trump Accounts could grow to as much as $1.9 million by age 28.

Learn more about Trump Accounts here and read Congressman Blake Moore’s opinion piece on the importance of these accounts here.

###",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1798,Maloy and Auchincloss Introduce Deepfake Liability Act,2025-12-03,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,UT,Celeste Maloy,M001228,maloy.house.gov,maloy,https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"On Monday, Representatives Celeste Maloy (R-UT) and Jake Auchincloss (D-MA) introduced the Deepfake Liability Act, aimed at addressing the rapid rise of nonconsensual deepfake pornography and the online tools that enable it. Women and teenage girls are the overwhelming targets of these abuses, which now make up the vast majority of deepfake content online.

“Abusive deepfakes and cyberstalking are harming people across the country, and victims deserve real help. Our bill creates a straightforward duty of care and a reliable process to remove harmful content when victims ask for help,” said Congresswoman Celeste Maloy. “Companies that take this seriously will keep their protections under the law. Those that do nothing will be held accountable.”

The bill amends Section 230 by conditioning a platform’s liability protections on meeting a clear duty of care. Platforms would be required to take basic steps to prevent cyberstalking and abusive deepfakes, respond to reports from victims, investigate credible complaints, and remove harmful content that violates individuals’ privacy. The legislation also clarifies that AI-generated content does not qualify for Section 230 immunity.

“AI shouldn’t have special privileges & immunities that journalists don’t get,” said Congressman Jake Auchincloss. “Using bots or deepfakes to violate or stalk another person is reprehensible, and it needs to be a CEO-level problem for the trillion-dollar social media corporations that platform it. Congress needs to get ahead of this growing problem, instead of being left in the dust like we were with social media.”

The Deepfake Liability Act incorporates the notice and removal framework from the Take It Down Act. It outlines requirements for reporting processes, investigation procedures, timely removal of unlawful material, and data logging to ensure victims can access information needed for legal action.",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-kennedy-introduces-bipartisan-effort-boost-stem-teaching-rural-schools,Rep. Kennedy introduces Bipartisan Effort to Boost STEM Teaching in Rural Schools,2025-12-03,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,UT,Mike Kennedy,K000403,mikekennedy.house.gov,mikekennedy,https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Mike Kennedy (UT-03), alongside Congressman Josh Riley (NY-19) introduced the ‘Boosting the Rural STEM Pipeline Act,’ a bipartisan bill to help rural schools hire well-trained Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) teachers. The bill strengthens the Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program, which provides National Science Foundation (NSF) grants to colleges to train STEM majors to become STEM teachers in high-need school districts.

“As a representative of Utah's vast rural communities, I understand the vital importance of ensuring our rural communities play a key role in America's fast-growing STEM economy, said Congressman Mike Kennedy. “The Boosting the Rural STEM Pipeline Act reflects a strong, bipartisan commitment to placing high quality STEM teachers in rural school districts to inspire the next generation of innovators. By expanding the pipeline of future STEM educators, we’re taking a practical step to invest in rural classrooms and secure the future success of our students.”

“For too long, rural schools have been told to make do with less,” said Congressman Riley. “Not anymore. Students in our small towns have talent, drive, and big dreams, and they deserve the same opportunities as everyone else, but too many rural schools are struggling to recruit and retain enough STEM teachers. Our bill fixes that problem by supporting STEM teachers who work in the rural communities that politicians have overlooked for too long. Our kids deserve a fair shot and our teachers deserve a helping hand — and I’ll be in their corner every day to make sure they have both.”

Background:

Rural K-12 schools need more STEM teachers, but the colleges that train those teachers haven’t been able to fully participate in the federal Noyce program. For years, Noyce required colleges to contribute matching funds to receive a grant. Many rural colleges do not have the budgets to meet that requirement, so they were effectively shut out.

In 2022, the CHIPS and Science Act temporarily removed the matching requirement. Once that barrier was lifted, additional rural colleges began applying for and receiving Noyce grants, and more of their graduates are now teaching in rural classrooms.

The Boosting the Rural STEM Pipeline Act makes this fix permanent, so rural colleges can keep training STEM teachers without running into a financial wall — and rural schools can keep hiring the talent they’ve been missing.",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-blake-moore-launches-the-bipartisan-philanthropy-caucus-to-increase-charitable-giving-in-local-communities,Congressman Blake Moore Launches the Bipartisan Philanthropy Caucus to Increase Charitable Giving in Local Communities,2025-12-02,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON—Today, Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT) launched the bipartisan Philanthropy Caucus with Congressman Danny K. Davis (D-IL) to highlight and enhance the impact of nonprofit work and philanthropic giving in local communities.

The bipartisan Congressional Philanthropy Caucus serves as a forum to highlight and enhance the impact that the nonprofit sector and philanthropic giving have on local communities. The Caucus promotes policies that strengthen America’s communities and the philanthropic and charitable sectors by supporting and expanding tax incentives for charitable giving, protecting the ability of foundations, individuals, and businesses to give back, and advancing public–private partnerships that empower and drive local impact. The Caucus also seeks to inform and advance a deeper understanding of the contributions, work, and role of foundations in communities across the country for Members of Congress and their staff.

“Utahns are known for investing in our communities, serving our neighbors, leading the nation in volunteerism, and topping the charts for charitable donations. Giving back is something inherent to Utah’s culture, and I have worked to bring these values to policymaking to support those who are uplifting others,"" Congressman Moore said. ""On this Giving Tuesday, I am excited to launch the Congressional Philanthropy Caucus to emphasize the immeasurable impacts local nonprofits and philanthropic organizations have on communities across the country.""

“Philanthropy and charitable giving represent the best of American generosity,” Congressman Davis said. “I know the critical role that charitable foundations and nonprofits play in helping people and communities as assistance-providers, economic engines, and employers. I am proud to co-lead the Philanthropy Caucus with Rep. Moore to advance policies to expand philanthropy and strengthen nonprofits to help communities across this nation thrive.”

""On behalf of the United Philanthropy Forum and our nationwide network representing over 7,000 funders, I applaud Representatives Moore and Davis for their leadership in reestablishing the Congressional Philanthropy Caucus. Philanthropy is often the first to respond and the last to leave in communities facing urgent challenges. This bipartisan Caucus is an important step toward ensuring that lawmakers fully understand the vital role of foundations and philanthropic investment in driving local solutions, fostering innovation, and partnering with the public sector. We look forward to working with the Caucus to strengthen charitable giving policy and advance public–private partnerships that improve lives in every corner of the country,” said Deborah Aubert Thomas, President and CEO of United Philanthropy Forum.

“Grant Professionals Association members are on the front lines of building community capacity—connecting philanthropic intent with public benefit. As professionals who support both foundation-funded initiatives and federally supported programs, we understand the value of policies that protect philanthropic freedom and improve access to grant funding. The relaunch of the Congressional Philanthropy Caucus is an important step toward strengthening the entire funding ecosystem, and we welcome the opportunity to help inform this work. We look forward to working with Representatives Blake Moore and Danny Davis to help ensure that grantmaking—whether from donors, foundations, or federal agencies—remains a powerful driver of innovation and impact in communities across the country,” said Mike Chamberlain, CEO of Grant Professionals Association.

""The Nonprofit Alliance (TNPA) is pleased to see the bipartisan Congressional Philanthropy Caucus revitalized under the leadership of Representatives Moore and Davis. This Caucus represents the bipartisan collaboration our sector needs to advance policies that strengthen charitable giving and protect nonprofit independence. TNPA looks forward to working closely with the Caucus as they champion the understanding of philanthropy and nonprofits' essential contributions to building stronger communities across America. Together, we can ensure our sector receives the recognition and support it deserves to continue driving meaningful impact nationwide,"" said Shannon McCracken, President and CEO of The Nonprofit Alliance.

""The nonprofit sector is America's backbone, delivering essential services to millions of people and strengthening neighborhoods across the nation in urban, suburban, and rural communities alike. The National Council of Nonprofits looks forward to working with Representatives Moore and Davis to advance bipartisan legislation to further strengthen the nonprofit sector,"" said Diane Yentel, President and CEO of National Council of Nonprofits.

""The launch of the bipartisan Congressional Philanthropy Caucus breaks ground on new ways to strengthen philanthropy, support nonprofits, and build the resilient communities we all depend on—and it opens new doors for Utah’s communities to thrive. When we invest in this ecosystem, we invest in the people and places that make our state thrive. We offer our thanks to Congressman Moore for reflecting the best of Utah’s values—service, stewardship, and caring for community,"" said Jill Bennett, CEO of Utah Nonprofits Association.

“We are grateful to Representatives Moore and Davis for their leadership and steadfast support of the bipartisan Philanthropy Caucus where Members of Congress can deepen their understanding of charitable foundations and champion policies that strengthen charitable giving, protect the freedom to give according to personal values, and strengthen the charitable nonprofits that serve communities nationwide. Generosity is a core American value and unifying force that brings people together across differences to solve problems and move forward together. We look forward to working with the Philanthropy Caucus to enhance and expand the American generosity that improves people’s lives,” said Kathleen Enright, President and CEO of Council on Foundations.

""The reinvigoration of the Congressional Philanthropy Caucus couldn't come at a more consequential time. The charitable nonprofit sector plays a vital role in every community in the US, both as an economic engine and major employer and as a source of creating well-being for every resident across the lifespan. As experts about their communities, charitable nonprofit leaders should be at every table where decisions are being made. We're grateful to Reps. Moore and Davis for their commitment to the charitable nonprofit sector, and in particular, to Rep. Davis, who has long been a champion in this space for the foundations and public charities in his district, including Forefront,"" said Monique B. Jones, President and CEO of Forefront.

""Philanthropy is an essential component of America's charitable sector, and the bipartisan Congressional Philanthropy Caucus will play a vital role advancing policies to boost charitable giving, support the nonprofit workforce, preserve the sector's independence, and more. Now more than ever, our nation needs legislators who are educated about and mobilized around policies that help nonprofits and foundations make an even greater impact in their communities. Thank you to Representatives Blake Moore and Danny Davis for their work championing the charitable sector. Independent Sector looks forward to continuing our work with them and their colleagues through this Caucus,"" said Dr. Akilah Watkins, President and CEO of Independent Sector.

""AFP applauds Representatives Danny Davis and Blake Moore for their leadership in launching the bipartisan Congressional Philanthropy Caucus and for championing the Charitable Act—our top legislative priority—which was successfully included in OBBBA. Their commitment to expanding charitable giving and strengthening America’s communities reflects the values of our 25,000 fundraising professionals who work every day to connect generosity with impact. This Caucus creates an important forum to continue advancing policies that empower individuals, foundations, and businesses to give back and support public–private partnerships that drive local results. AFP looks forward to collaborating with the Caucus to ensure strong implementation of the new charitable deduction and to further expand a culture of philanthropy nationwide,"" said H. Art Taylor, President and CEO of Association of Fundraising Professionals.

“As Chair of the Charitable Giving Coalition, I commend Representatives Blake Moore and Danny Davis for re-launching the bipartisan Congressional Philanthropy Caucus. Their leadership reflects a deep and consistent commitment to strengthening philanthropy and the charitable sector—most notably through their successful effort to extend the charitable tax deduction to all American taxpayers. The Charitable Giving Coalition looks forward to partnering with the Caucus to elevate the vital role philanthropy plays in communities nationwide and to advance policies that foster generosity and expand charitable impact,” said Brian Flahaven, Chair of Charitable Giving Coalition.

Background:

The Philanthropy Caucus builds on the growing momentum in Congress for increased access to charitable giving, following the inclusion of Congressman Moore's Charitable Act earlier this year in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.

Utah has long been recognized as one of the most charitable states, with the highest volunteer rate at 47% and the most volunteer hours per capita at over 46 hours. Families in Utah also donate an average of 3.5% of their adjusted gross income, the second-most in the country, and the state has the third-highest percentage of taxpayers who donate money to charity.

###",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-kennedy-introduces-genesis-act-accelerate-scientific-discovery-through,Rep. Kennedy Introduces GENESIS Act to Accelerate Scientific Discovery Through Artificial Intelligence,2025-12-02,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,UT,Mike Kennedy,K000403,mikekennedy.house.gov,mikekennedy,https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Congressman Mike Kennedy (UT-03) introduced the Growth, Energy, and National Excellence through Science, Innovation, and Security Act (GENESIS Act) to codify President Donald J. Trump’s newly signed Executive Order launching theGenesis Mission. The legislation empowers the federal government to harnesses artificial intelligence to accelerate scientific discovery, strengthen national security, and keep America ahead in the global AI race.

“I am proud to introduce the GENESIS Act to codify President Trump’s Genesis Mission into law. This is a pivotal step toward unleashing American ingenuity through artificial intelligence,” said Congressman Mike Kennedy. “The GENESIS Act empowers our National Laboratories to integrate artificial intelligence, scientific data, and top researchers into a unified system for breakthrough research.""

Background:

The GENESIS Act codifies the Genesis Mission, directing the federal government to use AI to transform scientific research:

The Secretary of Energy must leverage DOE’s National Laboratories to combine America’s strongest computing power, largest scientific datasets, and leading scientists into a coordinated national AI research platform.

DOE is instructed to build a closed-loop AI experimentation system capable of generating scientific foundation models and powering robotic and autonomous laboratories.

The Assistant to the President for Science and Technology (APST) will coordinate federal data, infrastructure, and interagency support for the Genesis Mission.

Federal agencies will collaborate with academia and the private sector to advance high-priority research fields, including biotechnology, critical minerals, nuclear energy, quantum science, and advanced materials.

The Order specifies that the Department of Energy will bear the cost of publishing the Executive Order, ensuring immediate implementation.",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-moore-tokuda-bacon-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-requiring-24-hour-notice-of-alleged-abuse-in-military-child-care-programs,"Reps. Moore, Tokuda, Bacon Introduce Bipartisan Legislation Requiring 24-Hour Notice of Alleged Abuse in Military Child Care Programs",2025-12-01,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Representatives Blake Moore (R-UT), Jill Tokuda (D-HI), and Don Bacon (R-NE) introduced bipartisan legislation requiring military child and youth programs to notify parents or guardians within 24 hours after learning of alleged or suspected abuse or neglect involving their children that occurred at a military child development center or similar program.

The Military Child and Youth Program Abuse and Neglect Notification Act codifies a Department of Defense (DOD) policy established after it became known that the Department had no requirement to notify parents in such cases. This legislation also goes beyond current policy by requiring the House and Senate Armed Services Committees, as well as members of Congress who represent the district where the alleged abuse or neglect occurred, to be notified within 72 hours.

""As the congressional representative of Hill Air Force Base and father to four boys, it is an honor to serve our military community and their families. I’m proud to co-lead legislation that would require the DOD to immediately brief parents over suspected abuse or neglect of minors at DOD childcare facilities and create additional congressional oversight mechanisms,"" Rep. Moore said. ""We must do all we can to ensure safe and healthy environments for all children, including those under the DOD’s care.”

“Parents who entrust their keiki to a military child care center deserve one guarantee: if something happens, they will be told quickly, clearly, and without exception. No family should ever be kept in the dark when it comes to their child’s health, safety, and well-being,” Rep. Tokuda said. “As the mother of two boys, we must demand nothing less for our military families, and as a member of the House Armed Services Committee, we must ensure effective Congressional oversight and accountability across the military child care system, because no federal agency should be allowed to hide the truth.”

“No parent should ever be kept in the dark when it comes to the safety of their child. I’m glad to co-lead the Military Child and Youth Program Abuse and Neglect Notification Act with Rep. Tokuda, which requires programs to notify parents within 24 hours of any suspected abuse or neglect, no exceptions. Our bipartisan bill also requires notifying the Armed Services committees and the Members of Congress for the installation where the incident happened within 72 hours to provide real oversight and ensure these failures are never repeated,” Rep. Bacon said.

Language in the Military Child and Youth Program Abuse and Neglect Notification Act is also included in the House-passed National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, demonstrating strong bipartisan support for transparency and protection of military families.

This legislation is cosponsored by Reps. Sara Jacobs (D-CA), Robert J. Wittman (R-VA), Marilyn Strickland (D-WA), Wesley Bell (D-MO), Derek Schmidt (R-KS), Ed Case (D-HI), Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC), Jennifer A. Kiggans (R-VA), André Carson (D-IN), Sylvia R. Garcia (D-TX), and Donald Davis (D-NC).

Full text of the legislation can be found here.

###",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1789,Reps. Meng and Maloy Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Expand Access to Donated Menstrual Products,2025-11-26,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,UT,Celeste Maloy,M001228,maloy.house.gov,maloy,https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Last week, Reps. Grace Meng (D-NY) and Celeste Maloy (R-UT) introduced the bipartisan Good Samaritan Menstrual Products Act. This legislation establishes liability protections for individuals, businesses, and organizations that donate menstrual products to nonprofit distribution partners.

The bill, modeled after the successful Good Samaritan Food Donation Act, will seek to incentivize greater charitable giving by ensuring donors can provide hygiene products without fear of legal risk.

“Utahns have a long tradition of stepping up for one another, whether through donations, volunteer work, or direct support in times of need,” said Congresswoman Maloy. “That generosity deserves to be protected. This bill gives donors the clarity and confidence they need to share essential products with nonprofit partners without concern for legal risk, helping them continue strengthening communities across our state, including through donations of hygiene products for women and girls.”

“Today, one in four teenagers and one in three adults report struggling to secure menstrual products,” said Congresswoman Meng. “Every day costs are continuing to rise, and it is more important than ever that we ensure everyone who needs menstrual products can access them. Our Good Samaritan Menstrual Products Act would help address this need by easing restrictions on charitable donations of these products. I’m proud to work with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle as we fight to end period poverty once and for all.”

States like Utah and New York have taken meaningful steps to expand access to menstrual products, demonstrating that targeted policy changes can reduce barriers and improve quality of life. The Good Samaritan Menstrual Products Act builds on this momentum by creating a clear, nationwide framework that protects donors and empowers nonprofits. By codifying these protections, the bill encourages more consistent and reliable support for people experiencing period poverty.

“Half the population menstruates, and lack of access to period products has real consequences for health, education, and overall well-being,” said Emily Bell McCormick, President of The Policy Project. “We are thrilled to see Representatives Meng and Maloy bringing national attention to this issue. In Utah, where The Policy Project championed legislation requiring period products in every public and charter school, we’ve already seen the positive impact of increased access to these essential items. The Good Samaritan Menstrual Products Act is a critical step toward ensuring that everyone nationwide can access the period products they need to thrive.”

""Days for Girls is excited about the Good Samaritan Menstrual Products Act and fully supports this bipartisan bill. Individuals and organizations will finally be able to make a broader range of donations without fear of frivolous liability. This will allow people in need to select from a greater product mix, choosing what works best for them."" Diana T. Nelson, Global Advocacy Director.",1,2026-04-07T05:38:05Z,2026-04-07T05:39:14Z
https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases/utah-rep-mike-kennedy-introduces-algorithm-accountability-act-protect-families,Utah Rep. Mike Kennedy introduces the Algorithm Accountability Act to protect families online,2025-11-21,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,UT,Mike Kennedy,K000403,mikekennedy.house.gov,mikekennedy,https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Reps. Mike Kennedy (UT-03) and April McClain Delaney (MD-06) introduced the Algorithm Accountability Act, legislation intended to hold social media companies accountable for harms caused by content pushed through their algorithms. The bill modernizes Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act and establishes a clear duty of care for platforms that design and deploy algorithms capable of amplifying dangerous or harmful content.

Under the Algorithm Accountability Act, social media companies must responsibly design, train, test, deploy, and maintain their algorithmic systems in ways that prevent foreseeable bodily injury or death. The legislation also grants individuals a civil right of action in federal court when platforms negligently expose users to harmful or radicalizing content.

“As a family doctor, I’ve seen how today’s online environment can overwhelm my patients and contribute to serious challenges. Social media companies have built powerful algorithms that prioritize engagement and profit, too often overlooking their role in amplifying dangerous content,” said Congressman Mike Kennedy. “The Algorithm Accountability Act is a responsible step that establishes a clear duty of care for these platforms, ensuring they are accountable for preventing foreseeable harm caused by their algorithmic feeds.”

""This legislation is one of the reasons why I came to Congress: to put common sense bumpers and safeguards on how technology impacts our safety, health and well-being,” said Congresswoman April McClain Delaney. “Throughout my career as a communications attorney and nonprofit advocate for children’s online safety, I have consistently held that platforms should be accountable for algorithmic content that could foreseeably result in real-life injuries. As the mother of four daughters, I understand how deeply families worry about the risks children face online and how blanket immunity for social media companies has allowed harm to go unchecked. Big Tech should be responsible to design, test, and operate their platforms safely. When they fail, our nation’s families deserve a clear path to hold them accountable for the harms caused.""

“Section 230 was written nearly 30 years ago for a very different internet,” said Senator Curtis. “What began as a commonsense protection for a fledgling industry has grown into a blanket immunity shield for some of the most powerful companies on the planet—companies that intentionally design algorithms that exploit user behavior, amplify dangerous content, and keep people online at any cost. Our bill will hold them accountable.”

“Utah has led the nation in passing laws to protect children from the harms of social media, but these challenges don’t stop at state lines. We need a national standard for accountability. I fully support Rep. Kennedy’s Algorithm Accountability Act, said Utah Governor Spencer J. Cox. “By establishing a duty of care for social media platforms, this bill will help protect families across the country from the deceptive and addictive algorithmic designs that put profit above people. It’s time for Congress to act.”

“Big Tech has made billions off algorithms that hook our children and harm their mental health,” said Utah Attorney General Derek Brown. “This legislation will help us better protect kids while also upholding our sacred right to free speech. I commend Rep. Kennedy for sponsoring a bill that puts families first, holds platforms accountable, and preserves states' sovereign rights.”

Read the full bill text here.

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https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/representatives-moore-panetta-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-to-promote-active-and-healthier-lifestyles,"Representatives Moore, Panetta Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Promote Active and Healthier Lifestyles",2025-11-19,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Representatives Blake Moore (R-UT) and Jimmy Panetta (D-CA) introduced bipartisan legislation to promote active and healthier lifestyles and establish reliable guidelines on healthy standards for physicians, lawmakers, educators, and the public. The Promoting Physical Activity for Americans Act requires the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to publish a decennial document titled ""Physical Activity Recommendations (PAR) for Americans.""

“As Chair of the House Budget Committee’s Health Care Task Force, I’m always looking at what drives costs in our health system. Declining physical activity has been linked to over $100 billion in annual health care costs. Beyond the financial implications, sedentary lifestyles also pose a significant threat to Americans’ long-term quality of life,"" Rep. Moore said. ""Young students and adults in many professions often don’t prioritize regular physical exercise or don’t know where to start. The recommendations that will come as a result of this bill will be a tremendous resource for parents, schools, lawmakers, and health providers as we help each other stay active.”

“The federal government's physical activity recommendations must be based on the latest science,” Rep. Panetta said. “The Promoting Physical Activity for Americans Act would codify regular updates in exercise standards to make sure Americans are able to invest in their health in smart and informed ways. An active lifestyle is one of the best preventative medicines, and by keeping ourselves informed, we can promote healthier habits in California's 19th Congressional District and across the country.""

“We applaud and fully support the Promoting Physical Activity for Americans Act,” said American College of Sports Medicine President Carrie Jaworski, MD, FACSM. We commend Congressman Blake Moore and Congressman Jimmy Panetta for their commitment to providing the most current, evidenced-informed physical activity recommendations for all demographic groups.”

“ACSM and its members have worked tirelessly to ensure the Promoting Physical Activity for Americans Act becomes law,” said ACSM Chief Executive Officer Katie Feltman, CAE. “When it does, we will stand ready to lend our scientific expertise to HHS as we work together to facilitate better health through increased physical activity.”

PAR for Americans would include:

Recommendations on fitness and physical activity for Americans for the general public based on the latest science.

Mid-decade addenda on best practices related to a specific issue that may be of contemporary interest or relevance.

Background:

The Department of Health and Human Services reports that over 40% of adults and 19% of youth are considered obese. Obesity can lead to a variety of chronic or life-threatening diseases like diabetes, heart disease, and even some cancers. A widespread lack of physical activity is a significant contributor to the increased onset of these conditions, which greatly diminishes Americans’ quality of life and costs health systems over $100 billion annually.

In 2008, the Bush Administration published the first-ever “Physical Activity Guidelines (PAG) for Americans.” It includes specific recommendations for children, adults, seniors, pregnant and postpartum mothers, the disabled, and those with chronic mental conditions. It was designed to be a reliable primary source for lawmakers, physical educators, health providers, and the public on the amount, types, and intensity of physical activity needed to lead a healthy life. In 2018, the Trump Administration commissioned the second edition of PAG, though there is no formal administrative process for subsequent revisions.

Read the full bill here and on Congress.gov, and find a full list of supporters here.

###",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/representatives-moore-schneider-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-to-increase-access-to-health-care,"Representatives Moore, Schneider Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Increase Access to Health Care",2025-11-18,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Representatives Blake Moore (R-UT) and Brad Schneider (D-IL) introduced bipartisan legislation to help health information service providers better connect patients to providers and enhance health care efficiency. The Health Accelerating Consumer's Care by Expediting Self-Scheduling (ACCESS) Act establishes a new safe harbor within the Anti-Kickback Statute to reduce provider barriers to online health care systems while still providing regulatory guardrails to prevent fraud.

“Out-of-date red tape has kneecapped Medicare and Medicaid patients’ ability to effectively use online booking platforms for their health services. These platforms are regulated by ambiguous pre-Internet Age laws that complicate booking for providers and limit innovation and widespread use,"" Rep. Moore said. ""I’m excited to introduce the Health ACCESS Act to clear the way for patients to use 21st-century tools to interact with their health providers.”

“Scheduling a doctor’s appointment should be simple and easy, yet too often people needing care must jump through hoops simply to get through to a live person. Our bipartisan Health ACCESS Act will help bring our nation’s health care system into the 21st century and make it easier for all Americans to find providers and book medical appointments online,” Rep. Schneider said.

“With more patients turning to digital health services than ever before, this bicameral legislation would allow digital health and online appointment booking platforms to work together to enhance the patient experience, appointment efficiency, and provider choice. The Health ACCESS Act proposes necessary amendments to existing statute in order to provide regulatory certainty for digital health tools, aiming to improve access to care while safeguarding patients’ personal health information. ATA Action expresses strong support for this legislation and commends Representatives Blake Moore and Brad Schneider for re-introducing this bill and advancing the modernization of healthcare services for Americans,"" said Kyle Zebley, Senior Vice President, American Telemedicine Association.

“The Chronic Care Policy Alliance is the leading network of state and regional advocacy organizations advancing public policy that improves the lives of those living with chronic conditions and diseases,” said Liz Helms, Founding Director of CCPA. “CCPA is dedicated to achieving better access to quality, affordable healthcare, and the Health ACCESS Act does just that. This bill will accelerate and improve patients’ access to specialized and high-quality care. We applaud Representatives Panetta, Schnieder, and Moore for leading the effort, and urge their colleagues to support the bill.”

“As the nation’s leading healthcare marketplace, Zocdoc enables patients to search for and instantly book care with nearly 100,000 providers across every specialty, every state and every segment,” said Zocdoc founder and CEO Oliver Kharraz, MD. “By aggregating an unmatched breadth and depth of providers that patients can choose from, all in one place, we empower them and dramatically accelerate their access to care. We support the Health ACCESS Act which will remove barriers to innovation, increase patients' access to care, better utilize a valuable, scarce resource — healthcare providers' time, and create a more efficient healthcare system. We commend Reps. Moore, Schneider, Malliotakis, and Panetta for their leadership on this bill, which will help modernize healthcare — a crucial part of the access imperative.""

Background:

The Anti-Kickback Statute (AKS) governs improper payments for Medicare and Medicaid referrals and offers an important set of measures to prevent fraud and abuse. It prohibits “knowingly and willfully solicit[ing] any remuneration (including any kickback, bribe, or rebate) … in cash or in kind” for referring patients to Medicare or Medicaid providers for federally reimbursed goods or services.

Because AKS predates the Internet, it is in some ways incompatible with online platforms, placing unnecessary legal obstructions in the way of patients attempting to connect with their health providers.

To have services listed on an online booking platform, providers typically pay the platform for the online listing, which risks triggering AKS if services are provided to federal health beneficiaries. Under current law, there is no distinction between illicit referral practices that incentivize fraud or waste, in contrast to marketing and scheduling services that simply reduce patient barriers to necessary and appropriate care.

Read the full bill here and on Congress.gov.

###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-kennedy-introduces-legislation-rename-moab-federal-building-honor-second,Rep. Kennedy Introduces Legislation to Rename Moab Federal Building in Honor of Second Lieutenant Mitchell Williams,2025-11-17,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,UT,Mike Kennedy,K000403,mikekennedy.house.gov,mikekennedy,https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Congressman Mike Kennedy (UT-03) introduced legislation to designate the United States Post Office located at 50 E 100 N in Moab, Utah, as the “Second Lieutenant Mitchell Williams Post Office Building.” The bill recognizes and preserves the legacy of a decorated World War II veteran, a devoted community leader, and a lifelong resident of Moab.

“Second Lieutenant Mitchell Williams represents the very best of Utah,” said Congressman Mike Kennedy. “His courage, sacrifice, and lifelong service to the Moab community embody the principles that hold our state together. Naming this post office in his honor ensures future generations will remember a man who lived his life in service to others.”

Background

Second Lieutenant Mitchell Williams served honorably in World War II and returned home to Moab as a respected leader, mentor, and advocate for his community. His legacy spans decades of civic involvement, military service, and contributions to Moab. Renaming the Moab Post Office ensures his story remains a visible reminder of the sacrifices made by Utahns who answered the call to serve and continued giving back long after returning home. The proposal has strong local support and reflects the community’s desire to formally honor Second Lieutenant Williams’ enduring impact on Moab.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1771,Congresswoman Maloy Issues Statement on Government Funding Legislation,2025-11-12,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,UT,Celeste Maloy,M001228,maloy.house.gov,maloy,https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Congresswoman Celeste Maloy (UT-02) issued the following statement after the passage of the bill to reopen the federal government:

""Tonight, after 42 days of a government shutdown, the House passed a continuing resolution that allows Congress to complete the full-year budget process. This package also approves three full-year appropriations bills for Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, the Legislative Branch, and Agriculture. It ensures that SNAP and WIC remain fully funded, takes care of veterans and active-duty military, and guarantees that federal workers and their families are paid. As a member of the House Appropriations Committee, I am ready to finish the remaining nine funding bills and uphold our responsibility to the American people. This vote provides needed stability for families and communities, and I remain committed to delivering a responsible budget.""",1,2026-04-07T05:38:05Z,2026-04-07T05:39:14Z
https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-kennedy-co-leads-letter-establish-defense-innovation-onramp-hub-utah,Rep. Kennedy co-leads letter to Establish Defense Innovation “OnRamp Hub” in Utah,2025-11-04,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,UT,Mike Kennedy,K000403,mikekennedy.house.gov,mikekennedy,https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Congressman Mike Kennedy (UT-03), alongside the Utah congressional delegation, in a letter urging the Department of Defense’s Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) to give full and fair consideration to the 47G Aerospace and Defense Association's application for an “ OnRamp Hub” designation in Utah. The proposed hub would accelerate the development and deployment of cutting-edge commercial technologies to strengthen the U.S. warfighter, enhance defense capabilities, and expand the national security innovation base in Utah.

“Utah has proven it can lead the nation in innovation and defense,” said Congressman Mike Kennedy. “Continued investment in this industry is critical, not just for our national security, but for Utah’s future as a hub of advanced technology, innovation, and opportunity. I’m happy to support the people and partnerships that keep our state moving forward. ”

Background

Utah’s aerospace and defense sector supports more than 500,000 jobs, generates over $100 billion in economic output, and contributes $1 billion in annual tax revenue. The 47G Aerospace and Defense Association, a public-private partnership backed by the State of Utah and nearly 200 member organizations, works to sustain Utah’s leadership in aerospace and defense by advancing workforce development, increasing capital access, and spurring innovation.

A recent Defense Innovation Unit review identified more than a dozen opportunities across DIU’s seven Technology Portfolio areas that are ready for strategic engagement in Utah’s thriving innovation ecosystem. With industry wages rising 31 percent over the past five years and statewide GDP growth exceeding 60 percent, Utah stands out as a national leader in defense-driven economic growth.

The letter encourages full and fair consideration for the establishment of an OnRamp Hub in Utah that would build on the state’s proven growth. An OnRamp Hub is a regional innovation center under the Defense Innovation Unit that connects private-sector innovators with the Department of Defense to test, scale, and deploy new technologies for national security. Utah’s growing defense economy and talent pipeline make it well-suited for this designation, positioning the state to continue leading the nation in innovation and bolstering America’s defense.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-kennedy-urges-federal-action-critical-northern-corridor-highway-project,Rep. Kennedy Urges Federal Action on Critical Northern Corridor Highway Project,2025-10-29,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,UT,Mike Kennedy,K000403,mikekennedy.house.gov,mikekennedy,https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Congressman Mike Kennedy (UT-03) joined members of Utah’s congressional delegation in sending a letter to Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum urging the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to move forward with the Northern Corridor Highway alignment through the Red Cliffs National Conservation Area.

In the letter, the delegation highlights that the Northern Corridor was approved in 2020 following a thorough Environmental Impact Statement under the Trump Administration. This decision was grounded in years of planning, consultation, and recognition of the urgent transportation needs facing Washington County. The Utah congressional delegation supports the current Administration’s efforts to restore that commonsense, locally driven solution after it was reversed by the Biden Administration in 2024.

“This route was carefully studied and approved back in 2020 after years of local planning and community input,” said Congressman Mike Kennedy. “The Biden administration’s reversal of this project has only made traffic and safety challenges in Washington County worse. Local leaders know what’s best for their communities, and I am proud to support Washington County in their efforts to meet the needs of their community.”

Background

In their letter to Secretary Burgum, members of the Utah delegation reaffirm that the Bureau of Land Management’s 2020 approval of the Northern Corridor Highway alignment followed an exhaustive environmental review process led by the Trump Administration. The letter underscores that this decision reflected years of planning, local consultation, and recognition of Washington County’s urgent transportation and safety needs.

The Biden Administration’s 2024 reversal of this approval and proposal to expand Red Hills Parkway would increase traffic congestion, displace local businesses, and undermine public safety in one of Utah’s fastest-growing regions. As the letter notes, such an approach would be “bad for business, bad for families, and bad for the long-term health of Washington County’s economy.”

The letter reaffirms that Washington County and the State of Utah are best positioned to understand and respond to local infrastructure challenges. The letter calls on BLM to reinstate the Utah Department of Transportation’s right-of-way grant for the Northern Corridor and to move forward with the Trump Administration’s preferred alternative, which offers the most balanced and least disruptive solution to the region’s transportation demands while meeting environmental standards mandated by law.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-kennedy-introduces-resolution-officially-designate-coal-week,Rep. Kennedy Introduces Resolution to Officially Designate ‘Coal Week’,2025-10-22,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,UT,Mike Kennedy,K000403,mikekennedy.house.gov,mikekennedy,https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Congressman Mike Kennedy (UT-03) introduced a resolution officially designating the week beginning October 19, 2025, as “Coal Week.” The resolution recognizes the vital contributions of America’s coal industry to national energy security, economic stability, and community strength across the country.

“For generations, coal has fueled American industry and powered progress,” said Congressman Mike Kennedy (UT-03). “As we continue to innovate, we should honor the hardworking men and women who keep our lights on and our economy strong. I’m proud to officially designate this week as ‘Coal Week’ and recognize their vital role in America’s energy security and prosperity.”

“In West Virginia, coal is more than a natural resource — it’s a way of life. Coal has been the backbone of American energy for generations and will continue to be for generations to come,” said Congressman Riley Moore (WV-02). “I’m proud to cosponsor this resolution designating this week as ‘Coal Week’ to honor the men and women who power this nation every single day. Their work is essential to the American way of life.”

“American coal is a cornerstone of our country’s energy history and greatness,” said Congressman Morgan Griffith (VA-09) . “This resolution to designate this week as ‘Coal Week’ reflects the Republican commitment to honor an industry essential to American energy dominance and manufacturing might.”

""I am introducing a resolution to make this week 'Coal Week' because we must never forget the industry that powers America and sustains Wyoming families with good-paying jobs,"" said Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY). ""For years, the Biden and Obama administrations waged a relentless war on American coal, killing jobs, undermining our communities, and driving up energy costs for everyday Americans. Under President Trump's pro-energy leadership, we are fighting back and reversing that destructive agenda. As it gets colder, coal becomes even more important - providing the reliable energy Americans need to heat their homes and keep their lights on through winter. Wyoming coal is reliable American energy, and I won't apologize for celebrating the miners and families who deliver it.""

“Nearly half of Utah’s electricity generation is produced from coal and our state boasts some of the lowest electricity costs in the country,” said Senator Mike Lee (R-UT). “Coal fired generation built this country and will continue to provide reliable power for decades to come. I am proud to co-sponsor this resolution supporting the designation of Coal Week and will continue to work as Chairman of ENR to end the war on reliable, affordable energy.”

“While AI and data centers drive electricity demands increasingly higher on an already stressed grid, and the world’s steel-hungry infrastructure, construction and emerging markets continue to grow, America’s coal miners are ready to meet the need by supplying abundant, affordable and reliable energy and materials to consumers,"" said National Mining Association President and CEO, Rich Nolan. ""I thank Representatives Mike Kennedy, Morgan Griffith, Dan Meuser, Riley Moore, and Carol Miller for their strong support of the Coal Week Resolution and urge its passage.”

Background

Coal provided 19.5% of U.S. utility-scale electricity in 2022 and remains the most abundant energy source worldwide, accounting for 36% of global electricity.

The industry supports tens of thousands of U.S. jobs across mining, manufacturing, and transportation.

Recognizing “Coal Week” reaffirms America’s commitment to reliable, affordable energy and to the communities that keep the lights on.

Rep. Kennedy’s resolution officially designates the week beginning October 19, 2025, as “Coal Week,” honoring the men and women of the coal industry and recognizing coal’s vital contribution to energy security, military readiness, and economic stability.

The Senate companion resolution is led by Senators Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) and Mike Lee (R-UT), and the initiative has received support from the National Mining Association and other regional stakeholders.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-kennedy-introduces-upper-price-river-watershed-project-act-help-price,Rep. Kennedy Introduces Upper Price River Watershed Project Act to Help Price Address Long-Term Drought Challenges,2025-10-17,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,UT,Mike Kennedy,K000403,mikekennedy.house.gov,mikekennedy,https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Representative Mike Kennedy (R-UT), alongside Senators Mike Lee (R-UT), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, and John Curtis (R-UT) introduced the Upper Price River Watershed Project Act to authorize the transfer of 124 acres of Bureau of Land Management land to the City of Price for the construction of a reservoir that will expand water storage and improve drought resilience across central Utah.

Nearly 80 percent of Utah remains in severe or extreme drought, and communities throughout the state continue to face recurring water shortages that threaten farms and local economies. The City of Price has developed the Upper Price River Watershed Project to address those shortages by building the Lower Price River Reservoir, a 7,000-acre-foot facility that will increase storage capacity, improve delivery systems, and make better use of the water already available in the watershed.

The project requires a small portion of BLM land for the reservoir site and for rerouting the existing Consumers Road around it. Once completed, the reservoir will help stabilize water supplies for both agriculture and residents in one of Utah's driest regions.

“Utah’s future depends on smart, forward looking water policy,"" said Congressman Mike Kennedy. ""This bill is a practical, locally driven solution that strengthens communities like Price and helps safeguard our water supply for generations to come.”

""The people of Price have taken the steps necessary to secure their community's water needs and protect against the next cycle of drought,” said Senator Lee. “The years of planning that have gone into this project will provide a stable supply of water for homes, farms, and businesses across the region. I'm proud to be part of an effort that will ensure Utahns have the tools they need to endure and adapt to the realities of a changing West.”

“Utah has always led with practical, locally driven solutions and the Upper Price River Watershed Project is no exception,"" said Senator Curtis. ""I’m pleased to support this effort to secure central Utah’s water future with the same foresight and resilience that built our state.”

The Upper Price River Watershed Project Act would:

Transfer 124 acres of BLM land to the City of Price, Utah.

Require that the land be used for public purposes, including water infrastructure and related improvements.

Allow the City to complete construction of the Lower Price River Reservoir and reroute Consumers Road around the site.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1733,Congresswoman Maloy Releases Statement Following Government Shutdown,2025-10-01,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,UT,Celeste Maloy,M001228,maloy.house.gov,maloy,https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Congresswoman Celeste Maloy (UT-02) released the following statement after the government shut down at midnight:

“The House passed a clean 7-week continuing resolution that would have kept the government open, ensured our troops were paid, and allowed time to finish the FY26 appropriations process. It also maintained the very funding levels Democrats supported earlier this year and last year. This shutdown is unnecessary, and the responsibility lies with Senate Democrats who chose to use it as leverage to push for trillions in new spending — an approach they knew would not succeed. This shutdown is not principled, it is purely political.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T15:10:06Z
https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-kennedy-introduces-no-work-no-pay-act-ensure-lawmakers-are-held-same,Rep. Kennedy Introduces the No Work No Pay Act to Ensure Lawmakers Are Held to the Same Standard as Federal Workers During Shutdowns,2025-10-01,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,UT,Mike Kennedy,K000403,mikekennedy.house.gov,mikekennedy,https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Congressman Mike Kennedy (UT-03) has introduced the No Work, No Pay Act of 2025, legislation that would prohibit Members of Congress from receiving their pay during any period in which the federal government is shut down.

“This measure is about restoring fairness and accountability. There are those that want to promote that kind of weaponization of the government being open or not,” said Congressman Mike Kennedy. “It’s inappropriate. I think it’s a terrible weapon that both sides have used.” Kennedy continued, “If we’re not going to pass a budget, we’re not going to fund the government, we shouldn’t get paid either. I just think that’s totally appropriate.”

Under the No Work, No Pay Act, Members of Congress would see their daily pay withheld for every 24-hour period that a government shutdown is in effect. The bill directs the payroll administrators of the House and Senate to exclude shutdown days from congressional pay disbursements, ensuring that lawmakers do not receive compensation until the government is funded again.

“It’s time to stop using government shutdowns as a tool for political leverage. We need to come together and find long-term, bipartisan solutions to keep essential government services operating without interruption.” said Congressman Mike Kennedy. “Hardworking Americans shouldn’t pay the price for Washington’s dysfunction. This bill is about restoring fairness and accountability, if lawmakers can’t do their jobs, they shouldn’t get paid.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/representatives-moore-costa-introduce-legislation-promoting-bioenergy-with-carbon-capture-and-storage,"Representatives Moore, Costa Introduce Legislation Promoting Bioenergy with Carbon Capture and Storage",2025-09-30,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Representatives Blake Moore (R-UT) and Jim Costa (D-CA) introduced bipartisan, innovative legislation bolstering the deployment of Bioenergy with Carbon Capture and Storage (BECCS) technology in the U.S. The BECCS Advancement Commission Act of 2025 establishes a commission of industry and policymakers at the Departments of Agriculture, Energy, and the Interior to provide recommendations, guidance, and expertise on the deployment of related projects.

""I’m thrilled to introduce the first-ever bill exclusively promoting Bioenergy with Carbon Capture and Storage (BECCS). BECCS is a novel technology uniquely positioned to promote wildfire mitigation, bolster economic development in rural America, and deliver much-needed baseload power as energy demand for data centers and artificial intelligence continues to grow,"" Rep. Moore said.

“From our farms to our forests, the San Joaquin Valley is on the frontlines of both climate challenges and clean energy solutions. This legislation will help us harness new technology to reduce wildfire risks, create good-paying jobs, and keep rural economies like ours growing,” Rep. Costa said.

“The Utah Biomass Resources Group (UBRG) strongly supports forest management initiatives that promote healthy ecosystems, mitigate wildfire risk, and enhance carbon sequestration. In addition, UBRG endorses the establishment of a commission dedicated to advancing biomass energy and carbon storage solutions derived from forestlands across the United States. Forest managers are in urgent need of reliable offtake options for hazardous fuels. The Bioenergy with Carbon Capture and Storage (BECCS) Advancement Commission Act represents a positive step toward addressing this need by facilitating the development of sustainable pathways for biomass utilization and carbon removal,” said Darren McAvoy, Chair of Utah Biomass Resources Group at Utah State University.

“At Arbor, we believe BECCS has a potential to add over 200GW of baseload power to the electric grid, all while improving forestry health and agricultural waste management,” said Sutton Guldner, Head of Business Development and Policy at Arbor Energy. “This firming power is perfect tool to support the energy dominance required for America to execute on its AI ambitions, all while bringing a huge benefits to rural and WUI economies. While there are a host of exciting new technologies at the plate to execute on this vision, there are key governmental signals that need to be clear to unlock the excited private capital required to deploy these projects. This commission brings together thinking required to make sure this can be achieved quickly and efficiently.”

“We commend Congressman Blake Moore and Congressman Jim Costa for introducing bipartisan legislation to promote American leadership on BECCS and provide baseload power to help meet America’s energy demands. This legislation will be critical in enabling efficient federal coordination for accelerated action to support the deployment of BECCS projects across the United States. BECCS will play an integral role in advancing American energy dominance, wildfire mitigation, and economic opportunities in rural communities,” said Will Gardiner, Executive Chair of Elimini.

""Bioenergy with carbon capture is an incredibly underutilized resource that, when fully realized, will reduce atmospheric carbon. Making BECCS more accessible to new and existing biomass power facilities will also incentivize biomass utilization, providing much-needed baseload renewable power, reducing wildfire risk and supporting the forestry supply chain. We are grateful to Rep. Moore and Rep. Costa for introducing this bill, and we look forward to it becoming law,"" said Carrie Annand, Executive Director of American Biomass Energy Association.

“We thank Representatives Moore and Costa for their commitment to supporting bioenergy technology and its use in U.S. manufacturing. Wood product mills are leaders in producing low embodied carbon products that are often manufactured using bioenergy produced from mill residuals. Further enhancing these practices could further improve the sector’s already strong efficiency and sustainability profile. As a sector, we look forward to working with the commission and Congress to understand how BECCS can support rural economies, forest health, U.S. wood products manufacturers, and further reduce carbon emissions,” said Will Layden, Vice President of Government Affairs at American Wood Council

“Bioenergy with Carbon Capture and Storage can provide multiple benefits across the United States, from economic development in rural communities to wildfire mitigation. Creating a commission of leaders from the public and private sector is an important step to deliver on these benefits with maximum impact and to minimize any potential risks,” said Ben Rubin, Executive Director of Carbon Business Council. “The Carbon Business Council is grateful for the leadership of Congressman Costa and Congressman Moore for introducing the BECCS Advancement Commission Act to help accelerate progress on carbon removal.”

“CRES applauds this common sense and practical approach as part of an all-of-the-above energy strategy,” said Heather Reams, President and CEO of Citizens for Responsible Energy Solutions. “Expanding BECCS will strengthen America’s energy security, help meet rising energy demand and promote both healthier forests and safer communities. Rep. Moore’s legislation ensures Congress receives the expert guidance needed to unlock the full potential of BECCS, delivering clean energy for our future.”

“Substantially increasing active forest management and wildfire mitigation across all landscapes and ownership boundaries – federal, state, and private – remains a national challenge, and our shared success requires existing as well as new forest markets,” said Jason Hartman, President of the National Association of State Foresters and Kansas State Forester. “State Foresters applaud the bipartisan efforts of Representatives Moore and Costa to bring the right people together to explore innovative technology and its potential to deliver markets that help keep our communities safe, local economies prosperous, and forested landscapes thriving.”

“We applaud the bipartisan leadership of Representatives Moore and Costa to advance tools and technologies that support forest health, wildfire mitigation, and rural economic prosperity,” said Dave Tenny, President and CEO of National Alliance of Forest Owners. “As private working forest owners, we know that the challenges facing our forests don’t stop at property lines – and neither should the solutions. We stand with all those working to advance the environmental and economic benefits of sustainable forest management. Together, we can create stronger markets, healthier forests, and a more resilient future for the communities that depend on them.”

""RCRC members have been profoundly impacted by wildfire in the past two decades. The biggest hurdle for land managers to treat their lands for fire resilience continues to be lack of infrastructure to process woody byproducts. The BECCS Advancement Commission Act of 2025 would help create opportunities for siting BECCS facilities and provide a valuable tool in the toolbox for forest managers,"" said Geri Byrne, Chair of Rural County Representatives of California.

""The lack of infrastructure to use woody byproducts is continually a barrier to increasing the pace and scale of fuels treatment on California’s forest land. Land managers cannot improve the health of our forests and prevent wildfires without advancing wood utilization,"" said Michael Kobseff, Chair of Golden State Natural Resources. ""The BECCS Advancement Commission Act of 2025 is an important step in building capacity and diversifying how we use the unusable wood from our forest lands.""

Background:

BECCS is a technology that converts biomass into heat, electricity, or fuel, while capturing and storing carbon emissions produced during the process. The captured CO2 can be stored in geological formations or embedded in long-lasting products. BECCS supports the American forestry industry, healthy forest management, and wildfire mitigation by providing offtake options for hazardous fuels that accumulate and too often result in catastrophic wildfires posing environmental and health risks.

The commission would be responsible for providing a report to Congress that:

Analyzes the benefits of BECCS on domestic forest health, wildfire mitigation, economic development in rural America and the forestry sector, and the production of firm, clean energy.

Provides legislative and regulatory recommendations to advance BECCS deployment—including how to further the use of biomass from federal lands.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-kennedy-introduces-bipartisan-energy-legislation-unleash-american-energy,Rep. Kennedy Introduces Bipartisan Energy Legislation to Unleash American Energy,2025-09-30,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,UT,Mike Kennedy,K000403,mikekennedy.house.gov,mikekennedy,https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Congressman Mike Kennedy (UT-03) introduced three bills to modernize outdated energy policies, reduce unnecessary bureaucracy, and strengthen America’s energy independence. Together, the three bills – the Co-Location Energy Act, the Protect Consumers from Reallocation Costs Act, and the Geothermal Royalty Act – deliver practical solutions that lower costs, streamline permitting, and unlock new investment in domestic energy production.

“Outdated permitting rules are holding back Utah’s energy potential. Families in Utah and across the country deserve affordable, reliable energy,” said Congressman Mike Kennedy (R-UT). “This bipartisan package cuts through red tape and gives producers the tools to maximize our energy production potential and meet today’s demand while positioning us for the future.""

The legislation includes:

The Co-Location Energy Act – Modernizes outdated permitting and leasing policies, cutting red tape, and strengthening America’s energy independence through an all-of-the-above energy approach. Read more about the bill here.

“At a pivotal time when energy demand is skyrocketing, we must accelerate the deployment of more energy sources. The Co-Location Energy Act is a bipartisan, innovative way to accelerate the deployment of renewable energy with minimal impact to our public lands and natural resources,” said Congressman Mike Levin (D-CA). “Co-locating energy resources will help to streamline project approvals and provide new economic opportunities for local communities. I’m glad to work with my colleague Rep. Kennedy on this bipartisan, bicameral solution.”

The Protect Consumers from Reallocation Costs Act – Removes unnecessary compliance burdens that unfairly burden Utah refineries and raise national energy prices. Read more about the bill here.

Support:

“Make no mistake, RFS reallocation is a mandate for more biofuel imports and higher prices for consumers, neither of which support American energy dominance or affordability. EPA's reallocation proposal would add several billion dollars of new costs on top of a nearly $70-billion annual RFS bill--the most expensive in history, by far. U.S. refiners appreciate Representative Kennedy's swift action introducing legislation to prohibit RFS reallocation outright. This legislation will protect consumers' pocketbooks and ensure American fuel manufacturers are able to put more of their resources toward job creation, facility construction projects, and energy infrastructure"" – Chet Thompson, President and CEO, American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM)

Letter of Support from Utah Petroleum Association.

The Geothermal Royalty Reform Act – Reforms outdated federal royalty rules to ensure fair cost distribution, end penalties on new geothermal facilities, and unleash investment in America’s energy future. Read more about the bill here.

“Fervo Energy supports Congressman Kennedy’s efforts to modernize geothermal royalties through the Geothermal Royalty Act. This legislation will simplify administrative compliance, foster innovative project development, and accelerate the deployment of next-generation geothermal technologies. We look forward to working with Congressman Kennedy and the House Natural Resources Committee to further ease and streamline the permitting process for enhanced geothermal—a critical technology for advancing America’s energy security and affordability goals.” - Sarah Jewett, VP of Strategy, Fervo Energy

Background:

Utah is a hub for energy production and innovation, but outdated federal policies drive up costs and slow development.

These bills collectively cut red tape, lower fuel and energy costs, and expand opportunities for both traditional and emerging energy producers.

By focusing on fair rules, efficient permitting, and practical reforms, the package affirms Utah and America’s competitive edge in energy markets.

Read the full bill text below:

The Co-Location Energy Act

The Protect Consumers from Reallocation Costs Act",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-blake-moore-signs-great-salt-lake-2034-charter,Congressman Blake Moore Signs Great Salt Lake 2034 Charter,2025-09-26,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"FARMINGTON, UT — Congressman Blake Moore joined state leaders, researchers, philanthropists, and advocates for the Great Salt Lake to announce bold new steps to secure its future. The historic roundtable at the Eccles Wildlife Education Center provided an opportunity to outline past and current efforts, as well as a path forward.

Congressman Moore joined Governor Cox in signing the Great Salt Lake 2034 Charter, a landmark pledge to restore and protect the lake for future generations. The charter sets 2034—the year Utah will again host the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games—as the target for reaching healthier lake levels and showcasing Utah's pioneer spirit on a global stage.

""The Great Salt Lake is getting a much-needed $200 million boost and a streamlined focus to improve conditions. I was grateful to join Gov. Cox and other state leaders to sign the GSL2034 Charter, a public commitment to restore the Great Salt Lake for current and future Utahns,"" Congressman Moore said.

“Across the world, saline lakes are in decline,” Gov. Cox said. “Utah will be the exception. This will be one of the greatest environmental success stories of our time, and we are going to write it together. The Great Salt Lake is our lake, our heritage, and our responsibility.”

In addition to the signing, two major philanthropic announcements underscored the state's momentum:

Great Salt Lake Rising, a coalition led by Josh Romney, committed $100 million to projects that will deliver water to the lake and improve habitat.

Ducks Unlimited, the nation's leading wetlands and waterfowl conservation organization, pledged an additional $100 million to restoration and conservation efforts.

This commitment builds on substantial progress made in recent years, including a $50 million federal investment for water delivery and conservation in December 2024.

Event Signatories:

The Great Salt Lake 2034 Charter was signed by Gov. Cox; Speaker Mike Schultz; Senate President Stuart Adams; U.S. Congressman Blake Moore; Joel Ferry, Executive Director of the Utah Department of Natural Resources; Gail Miller, Owner of Larry H. Miller Company; Greg Miller, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors at Larry H. Miller Company; Scott Anderson, Non-Executive Chairman of Zions Bank; Derek Miller, President and CEO of the Salt Lake Chamber; Brian Steed, Great Salt Lake Commissioner; Josh Romney, President of The Romney Group; Jeff McCreary, Director Of Operations at Ducks Unlimited; Lisa Eccles, President and COO of the George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Foundation; and other leaders across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors.

Read the GSL2034 Charter here.

###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1727,Rep. Maloy Reintroduces SEE Act to Help Veterans Get Eyeglasses Fittings in Rural Areas,2025-09-26,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,UT,Celeste Maloy,M001228,maloy.house.gov,maloy,https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Today, Reps. Celeste Maloy (UT-02) and Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) reintroduced the Servicemember’s Eyeglasses Efficiency Act (SEE Act). This bill would add eyeglass lens fittings to the list of medical treatments covered by the Veterans Community Care Program, increasing access to care for millions of veterans in remote areas.

“Veterans in rural Utah have expressed frustration about having to travel hundreds of miles just to be fitted for eyeglasses. Making this basic service more accessible is a good step towards improving healthcare for our veterans,” said Rep. Maloy. ""The SEE Act is a great example of how representative government should work: finding a solution to a federal problem raised by the people we represent.”

“Veterans in rural Wisconsin should not have to drive hours to Tomah, Madison, or Milwaukee for a simple eyeglass fitting. I have made a commitment to our veterans to improve their healthcare and quality of life, and that is why I am proud to join Rep. Maloy in introducing the SEE Act. This legislation is a practical step toward ensuring veterans can access the care they deserve, without unnecessary barriers,” said Rep. Van Orden.

You can find the full text of the bill here.

""I'm a 100% disabled purple heart veteran who's recovering from a back surgery with 3"" screws, and the optometrist in St. George said I needed to drive 300 miles to Salt Lake to get fitted for eyeglasses frames. I can't ride in a car for 5 hours with my back,"" said Utah based veteran Bruce Bissell.

Background:

A quarter of U.S. vets (6.4 million) live in rural parts of the country and one third wear glasses. VA Community Care Networks (CCNs), created by the Mission Act in 2018, allow some veterans to access basic care in their communities without traveling to VA facilities. However, many VA jurisdictions, including the VA in Utah and other rural areas, do not allow eyeglass fittings in the community. As a result, veterans in rural parts of Utah are forced to drive upwards of 500 miles roundtrip for eyeglass fittings at VA facilities.

Adding eyeglass fittings to the list of treatments covered by Community Care Networks would help veterans and save the VA money in travel and lodging reimbursement costs.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T15:07:37Z
https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-kennedy-introduces-equal-detention-standards-act-standardize-immigration,Rep. Kennedy Introduces Equal Detention Standards Act to Standardize Immigration Detention and Support Local Law Enforcement,2025-09-26,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,UT,Mike Kennedy,K000403,mikekennedy.house.gov,mikekennedy,https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Congressman Mike Kennedy (UT-03) has introduced the Equal Detention Standards Act of 2025, legislation that addresses a disparity in standards for detained illegal immigrants versus American citizens by requiring that immigration detention facilities operate under the same federal standards currently applied to the U.S. Marshals Service detention facilities.

In practice, this means uniform rules for safety, care, and custody in all contract detention facilities: whether run by private contractors, or county jails. The current ICE standards discourage local cooperation and lead to fewer available beds. This patchwork system forces ICE to release criminal aliens back onto the streets simply because there is not enough federally approved capacity.

By codifying one federal standard nationwide, this commonsense bill will eliminate current disparities between American citizens being held in federal facilities and illegal immigrants being held for ICE in local jails, ensuring consistent conditions across the board and improving federal-local law enforcement collaboration.

“Right now, ICE is forced to do more with less — patching together temporary bed space while violent offenders slip through the cracks,” said Congressman Mike Kennedy (UT-03). “This bill brings ICE onto the same playing field as the U.S. Marshals, giving sheriffs clear rules, improving accountability, and ending Washington’s band-aid approach to detention.”

“Utah families deserve safe communities,” Kennedy added. “This bill delivers common-sense reforms that keep criminals off our streets, cuts taxpayer waste, and gives ICE the same tools our U.S. Marshals already use.”

Background:

Utah has no dedicated ICE detention center. Instead, ICE relies on “rider” agreements through U.S. Marshals contracts to place detainees in limited numbers at local jails—including Salt Lake, Tooele, and Washington Counties. These beds help in the short term but are nowhere near enough. As a result, detainees are frequently transported to the Nevada Southern Detention Center in Pahrump, NV, hundreds of miles away—driving up taxpayer costs and straining enforcement resources. ICE officials have stated that Utah needs 200–400 dedicated beds just to keep up with demand.

To ease the burden of long-distance transfers, more than 100 Utah National Guard members were deployed in mid-September to provide administrative and logistical support, including transportation. This mission, scheduled to run through mid-November, allows ICE officers to focus on enforcement rather than escort duties. Still, this temporary fix underscores how strained ICE’s resources are without consistent local capacity.

By applying the same detention standards used by the U.S. Marshals Service, the Equal Detention Standards Act will:

Expand access to local beds by giving sheriffs confidence that facilities are governed by one clear federal standard

Reduce costly out of state transfers, keeping detainees closer to Utah courts and council.

Improve accountability by ensuring ICE detention facilities meet the same benchmarks already used by U.S. Marshalls facilities.

Strengthen law-enforcement partnerships, reducing the burden on county jails, and ICE officers.

The consequences of limited bed space are real. ICE is forced to prioritize which offenders to hold, often releasing or transferring individuals charged with drug trafficking, assaults, and other serious crimes. Federal prosecutors in Utah have recently secured convictions against noncitizens unlawfully present for drug trafficking and immigration violations, underscoring the risks when detention resources are stretched. ICE officials confirm they are targeting criminals first – including DUI offenders, drug traffickers, and fugitives – but a lack of detention capacity means too many offenders slip through the cracks.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-kennedy-introduces-bipartisan-bill-tackle-overuse-and-abuse-prior,Rep. Kennedy Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Tackle Overuse and Abuse of Prior Authorization,2025-09-25,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,UT,Mike Kennedy,K000403,mikekennedy.house.gov,mikekennedy,https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Mike Kennedy (UT-03), along with Congresswoman Julie Johnson (TX-32), introduced the bipartisan Patient Access to Autoimmune Treatments Act, which limits prescription drug prior authorizations used by Medicare Advantage and stand-alone Part D plans to once per year for patients with autoimmune diseases or blood disorders.

Prior authorization requires physicians to get permission from a patient’s insurance company before the patient can get certain treatments or medications. If the insurance company does not approve it, the patient’s insurance will not pay for the medication or treatment. For patients with lifelong conditions like MS, rheumatoid arthritis, or type 1 diabetes, the process just creates unnecessary delays, stress, and paperwork.

“The Patient Access to Autoimmune Treatments Act takes a simple step to make Medicare Advantage work better for patients,” said Congressman Mike Kennedy (UT-03). “By ensuring coverage of critical drugs and limiting prior authorization to once per year, we cut down on needless bureaucracy and give patients the certainty they deserve. This bipartisan reform is about streamlining the system so people can focus on their health, not paperwork.""

“Patients battling chronic autoimmune diseases and blood disorders should not have to fight insurance companies just to access the treatments their doctors prescribe,” said Johnson. “Requiring repeated prior authorizations for lifelong conditions does not make care safer—it makes it harder. It forces patients to wait for treatment, drives up costs, and puts their health at risk. Our bipartisan bill cuts through this red tape by ensuring only one prior authorization is required each year, so patients can focus on managing their health instead of filling out mounds of paperwork. This is about fairness, common sense, and making sure people get the care they need when they need it.”

The bill has secured endorsements from the American Medical Association (AMA), Autoimmune Association, American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, American College of Osteopathic Internists, American Academy of Physician Associates, and Texas Medical Association.

“Reforming prior authorization in Medicare Advantage is essential to protecting timely access to high-quality care and reducing the administrative burdens that contribute to physician burnout,” said AMA President Bobby Mukkamala, M.D. “Alarmingly, the American Medical Association found that more than one in four physicians report prior authorization has led to a serious adverse event for a patient in their care. Patients living with chronic autoimmune and blood disorders are especially vulnerable to the delays and denials associated with frivolous prior authorization requirements. America’s physicians applaud Reps. Julie Johnson and Mike Kennedy, M.D., for championing this bipartisan, common-sense legislation to put patients before paperwork.”

“The Autoimmune Association, which advocates for more than 50 million Americans, is pleased to support the Patient Access to Autoimmune Treatments Act,” said Molly Murray, President and CEO, Autoimmune Association. “The prior authorization process is unpredictable and places an immense burden on both patients and providers. For patients, delays caused by prior authorization can lead to permanent disease progression. We appreciate Congresswoman Johnson’s and Congressman Kennedy’s unwavering leadership addressing this harmful insurance practice.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-blake-moore-joins-bipartisan-bill-to-protect-disabled-veterans-access-to-affordable-housing,Congressman Blake Moore Joins Bipartisan Bill to Protect Disabled Veterans' Access to Affordable Housing,2025-09-19,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Representatives Blake Moore (R-UT), Linda T. Sánchez (D-CA), Mike Kelly (R-PA), and Jimmy Gomez (D-CA) introduced the bipartisan Fair Housing for Disabled Veterans Act to ensure that veterans’ service-related disability benefits are not used to deny veterans access to affordable housing.

“As the representative of Hill Air Force Base and an active veteran community, improving servicemember housing has been a priority my entire time in Congress. Homelessness among our veteran population is unacceptable, and our veterans are more than deserving of affordable housing – especially when they are injured while serving,” Rep. Moore said. “I am proud to introduce the bipartisan Fair Housing for Disabled Veterans Act with my Ways and Means colleagues to exclude service-related disability payments from the income calculation for LIHTC eligibility to ensure that our servicemembers and their families are better able to access affordable housing when they return home.”

“Veterans who have sacrificed for our country shouldn’t face barriers when trying to find a safe, affordable place to live,” Rep. Sánchez said. “Disability benefits are meant to cover the costs of injuries sustained during their service – they’re not income. Our bill would ensure that veterans aren’t unfairly disqualified from affordable housing, allowing them to live with the dignity they earned through their service.”

“This critical legislation ensures veterans can continue to keep more of their hard-earned money and have the resources they need to purchase an affordable home,” Rep. Kelly said, chairman of the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Tax. “This legislation puts the tax code to work for those who have worn the uniform to protect our great nation.”

“Our veterans are being denied access to affordable housing programs because of a flaw in IRS code that classifies their disability benefits as income. Those who served our country, and especially those who sustained a service-connected disability, should never be turned down from the ability to obtain a safe and stable home,” Rep. Gomez said. “With this bill, we’re making sure veterans can access the housing support they deserve after their service and sacrifice to our country.”

“VA disability compensation should never be a barrier to accessing stable housing for veterans,” said Jose Ramos, vice president for government and community relations for Wounded Warrior Project. “But currently, wounded warriors are penalized for injuries sustained during service to our country when their VA benefits make them ineligible to rent affordable, stable, and often higher-quality housing created through the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program. These are often our most vulnerable veterans who need both supports – their VA payments and housing assistance. WWP is grateful for the bipartisan leadership of Representatives Linda T. Sánchez and Mike Kelly in introducing the Fair Housing for Disabled Veterans Act to address this problem and help veterans across the country.”

Background:

Currently, these disability benefits are considered income in calculations for the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), often pushing disabled veterans above eligibility thresholds and potentially into homelessness. The bill would exclude service-related disability benefits from those income calculations, ensuring veterans are not denied housing assistance.

The Fair Housing for Disabled Veterans Act will amend the Internal Revenue Code to strike consideration of veterans’ service-connected disability and pension payments when determining income qualifications for properties financed with LIHTC and qualified residential bonds.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-blake-moore-introduces-bipartisan-legislation-to-modernize-access-to-public-roads,Congressman Blake Moore Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Modernize Access to Public Roads,2025-09-18,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Representatives Blake Moore (R-UT), Val Hoyle (D-OR), Jeff Hurd (R-CO), and Susie Lee (D-NV) introduced legislation to help increase accessibility to map and road records. The Modernizing Access to Public (MAP) Roads Act establishes a 5-year pilot program through the U.S. Department of Transportation to establish map standardization, improve access, and resolve user challenges.

""In a time where the vast majority of us carry a digital map in our pocket, many areas around the country still rely on outdated physical maps that lack standardization and are often inaccessible. I’m excited to introduce the MAP Roads Act, which supports map digitization and continues our efforts to make public records more convenient and organized for the public,"" Rep. Moore said. ""By making this data more digitally available, outdoor enthusiasts, emergency response personnel, freight and commerce operators, tourists, and many others will experience greater ease navigating open roads and accessing our public lands.""

“Whether it’s for wildfire response, freight delivery, or families simply getting to work, school, or worship, our rural roads are critical,"" Rep. Hoyle said. ""Outdated and incomplete road maps make it harder to keep people safe and connected to their communities. This legislation helps solve that problem by giving states the tools they need to catalog, standardize, and modernize our rural road network for the 21st century while preserving local control. I’m proud to join Representatives Moore and Lee in this bipartisan effort to invest in the future of rural America.”

“Colorado’s rural communities depend on safe, reliable roads for everything from emergency response to tourism and commerce. Too many counties are still stuck with outdated, incomplete maps that make planning and access much harder than it should be,” Rep. Hurd said. “The MAP Roads Act will modernize these records, improve public safety, and strengthen local economies, while keeping decision-making authority in the hands of counties and states. It also provides vital information to hunters, anglers, and other outdoor recreationists, giving them better access to the lands their tax dollars go towards and helping reduce unintentional trespassing. It’s a privilege to co-lead this legislation to make sure our communities have the tools they need to use the roads around them.”

“Nevadans deserve to safely travel in rural and remote areas. We cannot leave these areas behind,” Rep. Susie Lee said. “Nevada is currently one of the most data-deficient states in the country when it comes to road mapping. This bill will make life easier for travelers and first responders on rural backroads and help folks more easily navigate our public lands.”

“The lack of publicly accessible and accurate county road map information is a key barrier for hunters and anglers trying to access public lands,” said Joel Pedersen, president and CEO of the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership. “The bipartisan MAP Roads Act will provide funding to address these mapping shortfalls and improve public access, resulting in reduced confusion for hunters and anglers trying to navigate rural road systems across America.”

“We appreciate Congressman Moore’s introduction of the Modernizing Access to Public Roads Act”, said Judy Camuso, Commissioner of the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife and president of the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies. “This legislation affords the opportunity for states and local governments to utilize technology to improve road access data that will ultimately help improve public access for our hunters, anglers and outdoor recreationalists.”

“Too often, outdoor recreationists are left guessing whether a rural road is public or private because county road records have not kept pace with modern navigation technology. This uncertainty can restrict recreational access to public places and can cause conflicts between private landowners and the public. The MAP Roads Act will accelerate the modernization of these records, giving people the confidence to know where they can travel to reach public land. Not only will it expand recreational access, but it also will streamline county operations, all while preserving local authority over road networks,” said Laura Orvidas, CEO of onX.

""In an era where mobile apps and GPS are essential for navigating vast public lands to reach remote hunting grounds, accurate and up-to-date county road data is critical. The MAP Roads Act will reduce inadvertent trespass risks, enhance safety during hunts, and open safer, more reliable access to our nation's public hunting opportunities,” said Kurt Dyroff, Co-CEO of the National Wild Turkey Federation.

“Accurate and readily available maps are essential for ensuring access to our nation's public lands and waters. We thank Representative Blake Moore for his leadership on the MAP Roads Act which would make it easier to find reliable routes to rivers and streams by bringing outdated road maps into the digital age. This legislation would allow anglers to spend more time on the water and less time worrying about how to get there,"" said Kaden McArthur, Congressional Affairs Director of Trout Unlimited.

“The geospatial community stands ready to partner with state and local governments in implementing the MAP Roads Act. Our member firms have the expertise to digitize road inventories, develop standardized geospatial datasets, and ensure compatibility with mapping platforms that the public relies upon every day,” said Renee Walmsley, President of MAPPS.

Background:

Many counties around the country currently rely on outdated or incomplete maps for official road records. These maps lack standardization, are often inaccessible, and create challenges for emergency response operations, freight and commerce, and outdoor recreation and tourism. Modern mapping technology will improve navigation, economic development, and public access while preserving local authority over roads.

The MAP Roads Act establishes a 5-year pilot program through the U.S. Department of Transportation to:

Support county road digitization by converting paper or outdated formats into standardized digital data sets.

Create statewide road data repositories that are publicly accessible, distinguish between public and private roads, and are compatible with third-party mapping platforms.

Allow states to utilize funds for county subgrants, personnel training, or hiring contractors for data conversion.

Read the full bill here and on Congress.gov.

###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/representatives-moore-maloy-introduce-legislation-to-convey-federal-land-to-the-city-of-fruit-heights,"Representatives Moore, Maloy Introduce Legislation to Convey Federal Land to the City of Fruit Heights",2025-09-18,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Representatives Blake Moore (UT-01) and Celeste Maloy (UT-02) introduced legislation conveying 295.89 acres of undesignated federal land within the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest to the City of Fruit Heights in Davis County, Utah. The Fruit Heights Land Conveyance Act of 2025 allows for the expansion of the existing trail system and will provide additional recreational opportunities for Utahns.

“Hiking and biking trails have always been a major component of recreation and community events along the Wasatch Front. Unfortunately, federal red tape has made it impossible for necessary trail maintenance to move forward and for the construction of new trails connecting the existing trail network. The Fruit Heights Land Conveyance Act will allow the city to make these improvements and increase recreational access for Utahns,"" Rep. Moore said.

“As Mayor of Fruit Heights, I support the Fruit Heights Land Conveyance Act, which will allow our community to build hiking and biking trails and complete the final section of the Bonneville Shoreline Trail in Davis County. These completed trails will be a benefit to our community and our state for decades to come,” Fruit Heights Mayor John Pohlman said.

""Farmington City has been and remains 100% in support of the proposal regarding the interconnected trail network between Fruit Heights and Farmington over National Forest Service land. The proposal will create greater access to the mountainside so that this rich resource can be more widely experienced and enjoyed. It’s one thing to look at the mountain. It’s quite another to experience it,"" Farmington Mayor Brett Anderson said. ""The opportunity to connect the Bonneville Shoreline Trail from north to south should be acted on promptly so that the public can fully enjoy this beloved natural resource.""

Background:

For years, Fruit Heights and its surrounding communities have attempted to work with the U.S. Forest Service to both maintain existing trails and develop new multi-use trails. However, bureaucratic red tape at the agency has made collaboration nearly impossible, and trail system maintenance has suffered, limiting public access and resulting in canceled community events, races, and other outdoor opportunities.

Conveying this land to the City of Fruit Heights will allow for necessary trail maintenance, timely permitting for events, and enhanced recreation in Davis County.

The bill requires the city to cover any costs associated with the conveyance and guarantees the land be used for public purposes; otherwise, ownership of the land will revert to the United States.

To see a map of the proposed land, click here.

Read the full bill here and on Congress.gov.

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https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-blake-moores-bipartisan-legislation-to-increase-access-to-breakthrough-medical-devices-passes-committee,Congressman Blake Moore's Bipartisan Legislation to Increase Access to Breakthrough Medical Devices Passes Committee,2025-09-17,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Representatives Blake Moore (R-UT), Suzan DelBene (D-WA), Rudy Yakym (R-IN), Terri Sewell (D-AL), Gus Bilirakis (R-FL), and Lori Trahan (D-MA) introduced the Ensuring Patient Access to Critical Breakthrough Products Act to increase access to breakthrough medical devices for Medicare patients. This legislation would create a streamlined pathway for FDA-designated breakthrough devices to receive transitional Medicare coverage while CMS conducts a review for a permanent coverage determination. This bill passed the Ways and Means Committee by a bipartisan vote of 38-3.

“There is no reason that Medicare patients should have to wait to access breakthrough medical devices already cleared by the FDA. This legislation ensures patients receive the most advanced treatments on the market as soon as possible,” Rep. Moore said. “Easing the pathway for Medicare approval has been a priority of recent administrations, and I am proud that my colleagues and I were able to work together to help open the door for enhanced access to medical innovations.”

“New and innovative medical treatments are of no good to patients who cannot gain access to them,” said Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith (R-MO). “Delays in the government approval process are an unacceptable threat to the health of America’s seniors. With the Ensuring Patient Access to Critical Breakthrough Products Act, Representative Moore is leading the charge to break down barriers to life-saving treatments and fuel the innovative spirit in America’s health care system that will also lead to long-term cost savings for America’s seniors and taxpayers.”

“Too often, outdated policies stand between patients and the treatments they need,” Rep. DelBene said. “The Ensuring Patient Access to Critical Breakthrough Products Act will modernize Medicare coverage so that when the FDA approves a safe and effective device, seniors can benefit without unnecessary delays. This legislation strengthens access to care, supports American innovation, & helps ensure Medicare keeps pace with today’s medical advances.”

“When a medical device is proven safe and effective, patients shouldn’t have to wait years to access it,” Rep. Yakym said. “This bill ensures that seniors on Medicare can benefit from FDA-designated breakthrough devices right away, while creating a clear path for continued coverage. It’s about cutting red tape, speeding access, and giving hope to those facing serious illnesses. Seniors deserve timely access to the best treatments available, especially when no other options exist.”

""This legislation will help millions of seniors on Medicare by ensuring more timely access to the treatments they need,"" Rep. Bilirakis said. ""Additionally, there are more than 600 medical device companies in our state working to develop innovative and effective products. I've heard from many of these businesses about how these lengthy and unnecessary Medicare coverage delays create a significant barrier in bringing new products to market. This bill is about connecting patients with important devices and technologies quicker. Additionally, it is about encouraging innovation rather than stifling it. Government has to get out of the way and streamline the payment process for effective new devices that can ultimately help improve and save lives.""

“When the FDA determines a breakthrough medical device is safe and effective, patients shouldn’t have to wait years to benefit from it,” Rep. Trahan said. “Too often, seniors are left in limbo after FDA approval while Medicare coverage catches up. The Ensuring Patient Access to Critical Breakthrough Products Act fixes that gap – ensuring that the most innovative, lifesaving devices get to the people who need them most, when they need them most.”

Background:

In 2016, the 21st Century Cures Act created a new pathway for “breakthrough” medical devices to receive expedited Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval. To be eligible for the Breakthrough Devices Program, the device must utilize novel technology to treat a condition that has no other approved alternatives or the device’s technology provides a significant benefit above existing therapies.

Receiving Medicare coverage following an FDA breakthrough designation remains a barrier. Innovators often call the lag time between FDA clearance and Medicare coverage the “valley of death,” as devices wait up to five years for Medicare coverage.

In January 2021, the Trump Administration finalized the Medicare Coverage of Innovative Technology (MCIT) rule, which created a pathway for breakthrough devices to receive automatic Medicare coverage in a transitional period while awaiting the determination for permanent coverage. In November 2021, days before MCIT was set to take effect, the Biden Administration repealed the rule, citing “operational challenges.” Nearly three years later in August 2024, the Biden Administration released a replacement rule with additional barriers and burdens.

The Ensuring Patient Access to Critical Breakthrough Products Act provides a clear pathway for four years of transitional Medicare coverage of breakthrough devices upon the manufacturer's application and requires CMS to make a permanent coverage determination by the end of the temporary period. This expedited coverage pathway will encourage more innovative medical devices to come to market and provide quicker access to treatments for Medicare patients.

Supporting organizations: AdvaMed, Biocom California, BioUtah, California Life Sciences Association, MassMEDIC, Medical Device Manufacturers Association, Novocure, AMAC Action, and Research America.

You can find bill text here and on Congress.gov.

Rep. Moore's comments during the markup can be found below.

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https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/representatives-moore-costa-introduce-legislation-to-study-impact-of-artificial-intelligence-in-rural-america,"Representatives Moore, Costa Introduce Legislation to Study Impact of Artificial Intelligence in Rural America",2025-09-16,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Representatives Blake Moore (R-UT) and Jim Costa (D-CA) introduced legislation requiring the U.S. Departments of Energy, Interior, and Agriculture to study the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) data center expansions in rural America. Rising energy demand from AI data centers has led to higher utility costs for consumers, and the Unleashing Low-Cost Rural AI Act will help keep costs down for Utah families.

“As a leader in both tech and energy innovation, Utah is a prime location for data centers and AI infrastructure. Cementing our role as an innovation hub will require identifying rural areas ready for data expansion, streamlining permitting for new energy projects, and promoting the co-location of data centers with energy facilities,” Rep. Moore said. “These efforts will power our growing digital demands without passing costs on to families. I’m grateful to partner with Representative Costa to introduce the Unleashing Low-Cost Rural AI Act to identify other areas of the country, like Utah, that will advance solutions to meet our energy needs.”

""AI Data Centers are expanding rapidly and using more energy and water than entire cities. That energy demand is driving up utility costs for consumers,” Rep. Jim Costa said. “My legislation ensures we take a hard look at how this growth impacts rural communities that are powering the AI industry, and make sure families aren’t left paying the price.""

Background:

Artificial intelligence data centers are increasingly being built in rural areas to power the AI industry. This surge has led to higher energy demand and utility costs for consumers. PJM, the world’s largest energy market that covers 13 U.S. states from Illinois to Washington, D.C., estimates that data centers are responsible for an additional $9.3 billion in costs for ratepayers.

The Unleashing Low-Cost Rural AI Act requires the U.S. Departments of Agriculture, Interior, and Energy to conduct a joint study on the impact of AI data center expansions in rural areas. Specifically, it identifies rural areas poised for technological expansions and the impact of such expansion on energy supply, reliability, and costs to consumers.

This study also looks at ways to upgrade existing energy infrastructure so that AI and data centers could be built alongside power facilities. This legislation reviews options for nuclear and geothermal energy, hydroelectric dams, solar, wind, battery storage, and carbon capture.

Read the full bill here.

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https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-moore-joins-bipartisan-bicameral-bill-to-reduce-hunger-among-military-families,"Congressman Moore Joins Bipartisan, Bicameral Bill to Reduce Hunger Among Military Families",2025-09-12,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Representatives Blake Moore (R-UT), Jimmy Panetta (D-CA), Marilyn Strickland (D-WA), Maggie Goodlander (D-NH), Jen Kiggans (R-VA), Sara Jacobs (D-CA), and Josh Riley (D-NY) reintroduced the bipartisan, bicameral Military Food Security Act of 2025 alongside Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT). The legislation ensures that military families have better access to affordable and healthy food by excluding the Basic Allowance for Housing from income calculations used to determine eligibility for the Basic Needs Allowance. This change would remove an unintended barrier that prevents some military families from qualifying for food assistance.

“The Pentagon recently reported that nearly 26% of U.S. military personnel experienced food insecurity in 2023. No military member should have to choose between serving our country and providing food for their families,” Rep. Moore said. “That’s why I’m supporting bipartisan, common-sense legislation that widens eligibility for Basic Needs Allowance for our lower-enlisted servicemembers and ensures that more young families can support themselves in the early stages of military life.”

“Too many of our servicemembers and their families struggle to put food on the table because of outdated rules and red tape,” Rep. Panetta said. “Our bipartisan Military Food Security Act fixes the eligibility formula for food assistance so it reflects the real financial challenges military families face. We must ensure that no one who serves our country ever goes hungry.”

“Caring for servicemembers and their families is the foundation of military readiness. It is unacceptable that the men and women who serve our country worry about putting food on the table,” Rep. Strickland said. “I am proud to join my colleagues in re-introducing the Military Food Security Act to take care of military families at Joint Base Lewis-McChord and across the nation. We must uphold our end of the promise to our servicemembers and put an end to military hunger.”

“Food costs across America are sky-high, and America’s servicemembers are paying the price. Today, more than a quarter of people serving in our Armed Forces can’t afford to put the food they need on the table,” Rep. Goodlander said. “That’s not right. And that’s why I’m working to get this bipartisan bill signed into law.”

“As a Navy veteran, military spouse, and Mom of a servicemember, I know firsthand the sacrifices our military families make every day. It is unacceptable that so many of them are struggling with food insecurity,” Rep. Kiggans said. “The Military Food Security Act takes an important step toward fixing that problem by ensuring the Basic Needs Allowance truly reflects the financial realities our families face. We must do everything we can to support the men and women who serve, and the families who stand behind them.”

“The San Diego Food Bank already serves 40,000 active-duty military personnel and veteran families every month, and with grocery costs skyrocketing, that number will likely rise even more,” Rep. Jacobs said. “No one who has worn our country’s uniform should struggle to put food on the table and feed their families. That’s why I’m proud to help introduce the Military Food Security Act so we can alleviate military hunger and take care of those who’ve sacrificed so much for all of us.”

“If you’re willing to put on the uniform and fight for this country, you shouldn’t be fighting hunger at home,” Rep. Riley said. “I’m proud to help lead the Military Food Security Act because in Upstate New York, we show up for those who serve — and we don’t accept anything less.”

“Too many military families struggle to afford food—a betrayal of the tremendous sacrifices they make for our nation,” Senator Blumenthal said. “The Military Food Security Act removes outdated rules and unnecessary obstacles preventing servicemembers from obtaining the benefits they have earned to help buy groceries and make nutritious meals. This critical legislation ensures service members can stay mission-focused—defending our nation—without the added burden of worrying how they’ll put food on the table for their families.”

Background:

The Pentagon found that 24% of all active duty servicemembers, or approximately 286,800 personnel, experienced food insecurity in 2020 and 2021. More recently, the Office of the Secretary of Defense partnered with the RAND Corporation to find that 25.8% of personnel in the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and Coast Guard were experiencing food insecurity.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases/representative-mike-kennedy-and-senator-mike-lee-co-lead-resolution-condemning,Representative Mike Kennedy and Senator Mike Lee Co-lead Resolution Condemning Assassination of Charlie Kirk and Honoring His Legacy,2025-09-11,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,UT,Mike Kennedy,K000403,mikekennedy.house.gov,mikekennedy,https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Representative Mike Kennedy (UT-03) introduced the following House Resolution in response to the assassination of conservative leader Charlie Kirk yesterday on Utah Valley University's Campus:

RESOLUTION

Condemning the assassination of Charlie Kirk and honoring his life and legacy.

Whereas Charlie Kirk was horrifically assassinated on September 10, 2025, at Utah Valley University while speaking to a large group of college students;

Whereas Charlie Kirk was a devoted husband, father, and Christian;

Whereas, in 2012, Charlie Kirk founded Turning Point USA, a conservative campus advocacy group that quickly became one of the fastest growing college campus chapter organizations in the country; and

Whereas Charlie Kirk frequently engaged college students of all political backgrounds in open debates and discussion, encouraging civil discourse on college campuses and among college students: Now, therefore, be it

Resolved, That the Senate—

(1) condemns the assassination of Charlie Kirk in the strongest possible terms;

(2) extends its deepest condolences and sympathies to Charlie Kirk’s family, including his wife, Erika, and their two young children; and

(3) honors Charlie Kirk’s commitment to the constitutional principles of civil discussion and debate between all people of the United States, regardless of political affiliation.

Senator Lee released the following statement yesterday in response to Kirk’s passing:

“Charlie Kirk was an American patriot, an inspiration to countless young people to stand up and defend the timeless truths that make our country great.

“This murder was a cowardly act of violence, an attack on champions of freedom like Charlie, the students who gathered for civil debate, and all Americans who peacefully strive to save our nation.

“The terrorists will not win.

“Charlie will.

“Please join me in praying for his wife Erika and their children. May justice be swift.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-blake-moore-secures-key-wins-in-the-national-defense-authorization-act-for-fiscal-year-2026,Congressman Blake Moore Secures Key Wins in the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026,2025-09-10,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Blake Moore issued the following statement on his vote in support of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA):

“As co-chair of the House Military Depot Caucus and the House Air Force Caucus, I have worked to secure numerous bipartisan policy measures in the NDAA that will strengthen the defense industrial base and the long-term health of facilities like the Ogden Air Logistics Complex at Hill Air Force Base and Tooele Army Depot in Northern Utah,"" Congressman Blake Moore said. “This year’s NDAA provides improved resources for our servicemembers and their families, promotes critical Made-In-America equipment manufacturing, and ensures our armed forces have the tools they need to remain second to none on the global stage.”

Congressman Moore secured wins in the FY26 NDAA that will help advance the mission set and benefit the servicemembers at Hill Air Force Base (HAFB) and worked with the House Armed Services Committee to include several standalone amendments and bills adopted in the House-passed version:

Led a floor amendment, in conjunction with Senator James Lankford (R-OK), to widen the definition of “direct hire authority” for depots and industrial facilities. This new definition will include supporting staff and units, such as program and management analysts, facilities mechanics, training instructors, and those involved in safety/occupational health. It will enable facilities like HAFB to use direct hire authority to quickly hire new staff, manage attrition, recruit for increased workload, and reduce reliance on private contractors.

Led the Depot Investment Reform Act, which amends the calculation of minimum required capital investment for DOD depots. Instead of using the average over the past three fiscal years, the requirement will now be based on the preceding, current, and estimated amount for the upcoming fiscal year. This will ensure that annual DOD investments into our depots are more closely tied to future workload and readiness needs and will help our depots better plan, staff, and manage emergency scenarios.

Led the FALCON Act, which requires the Air Force to incorporate depot-level maintenance planning into at least one annual multinational exercise in the Indo-Pacific. This includes coordination with allies such as Australia and South Korea on maintenance capabilities, airworthiness certification, emergency planning, and logistics sustainment.

Co-sponsored a floor amendment to require the DOD to study the impacts of burdensome Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Class IX recovery rates on depots and industrial facilities. Class IX refers to repair parts and components needed for the maintenance and repair of military equipment. When depots request parts from the DLA, they're often charged through a reimbursable system, essentially buying back their own parts or paying to restock. Since the DLA must recover its operating costs by setting higher prices for depots (which consume more Class IX items than other DOD customers), depots are often at a cost disadvantage.

Co-sponsored a floor amendment to enable DOD depots and industrial facilities to write off debt and depreciation for government-directed mission changes. Depots often incur debts and depreciation of assets beyond their control as a result of government mandates from the DOD or respective branch.

Co-sponsored a floor amendment to create and authorize the Baltic Security Initiative, a DOD initiative to help train and strengthen the armed forces of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania to deter Russian aggression, increase NATO interoperability, and support military modernization on NATO’s Eastern Flank.

Co-led legislation to exclude Basic Allowance for Housing from the Basic Needs Allowance, which will widen eligibility for more lower-enlisted servicemembers and their families qualify for food assistance.

Other wins in the NDAA for servicemembers, the military, and taxpayers:

Provides all servicemembers a 3.8% pay raise.

Authorizes $50 million in additional funding for barracks design and $50 million in minor construction for laboratories and demolition.

Funds deployment of the National Guard and active-duty troops to the southwest border.

Ends Biden-era wokeism in the DOD and dismantles DEI initiatives.

Directs the DOD to study an alternative BAH calculation methodology, which could positively shift rates to better account for high-cost areas.

Requires the Secretary of the Air Force to prioritize full sustainment of the Minuteman III program until the Sentinel system reaches full operational capability. This requires a strategy to include an assessment of aging components, performance shortfalls, test results, inventory status, attrition forecasts, and budget needs.

Authorizes full funding for top Trump administration priorities, including the Golden Dome missile defense system, Sentinel ICBM program, F-47 next-generation fighter aircraft, and autonomous platforms.

Provides continued support for the Columbia Class Submarine, a critical pillar of the U.S. nuclear triad and strategic deterrence posture that is set to replace the Navy's current force of aging Ohio-class nuclear submarines.

Authorizes up to $1 billion in fiscal year 2026 to support the Taiwan Security Cooperation Initiative, which aims to bolster Taiwan's defense capabilities through DOD resources.

For more information on the FY26 NDAA, click here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-kennedy-introduces-legislation-restore-accountability-and-end-waste,Rep. Kennedy Introduces Legislation to Restore Accountability and End Waste in the Federal Protective Service,2025-09-09,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,UT,Mike Kennedy,K000403,mikekennedy.house.gov,mikekennedy,https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Representative Mike Kennedy (UT-03) alongside Representative Shomari Figures (D-AL) introduced H.R. 3425, the Personnel Oversight and Shift Tracking (POST) Act, bipartisan legislation that fixes long-standing failures within the Federal Protective Service and improves public safety.

“I came to Washington with a goal to hold government accountable and fix broken systems,” said Rep. Mike Kennedy. “The POST Act does exactly that by ending bureaucratic failures at the Federal Protective Service and demanding more from our government agencies.”

“The POST Act strengthens oversight and modernizes how we manage contract security at federal buildings,” said Rep. Shomari C. Figures. “It improves accountability, updates outdated systems, and helps ensure federal spaces are safe and well-protected. I’m proud to have co-led this bipartisan practical step in the right direction for public safety.”

""The POST Act will make needed improvements to the way the Federal Protective Service (FPS) oversees, tests, and trains its contract guard personnel,"" said T&I Chairman Sam Graves. ""These reforms will ensure that our federal facilities are safe, secure, and able to serve the American people. I want to thank Congressman Kennedy for his leadership on this important and timely legislation.""

Background:

The Federal Protective Service (FPS) is responsible for protecting nearly 9,000 federal facilities nationwide. In fiscal year 2024, FPS operated with a $2.2 billion budget and oversaw more than 15,000 contract Protective Security Officers. With that level of funding and manpower, taxpayers expect reliable results. Unfortunately, FPS continues to fall short.

A recent Government Accountability Office investigation revealed that contract guards failed to detect prohibited items such as batons and pepper spray in half of all covert tests. While FPS conducts these tests, they lack a standardized system to capture, analyze, and respond to the results. The POST Act addresses these shortcomings by making sure FPS reviews these failures, identifies their causes, and then takes corrective action.

The legislation also fixes FPS’s broken guard post-tracking system. In 2018, FPS launched the Post Tracking System (PTS) to modernize its outdated paper-based guard sign-in process. Yet PTS remains unreliable, and FPS is still dependent on paper records as its official standard. In 2025, this means federal leaders cannot verify in real time if a building is staffed and secure, leading to failures that have in some cases forced closures of taxpayer-funded facilities and wasted taxpayer dollars in the process.

The POST Act ends years of bureaucratic delay and indecision and gives FPS six months to either repair or replace its failed tracking system.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1705,Congresswoman Maloy Introduces Bill to Extend Hazard Pay to Wildland Firefighters for Prescribed Burns and Training Jumps,2025-09-05,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,UT,Celeste Maloy,M001228,maloy.house.gov,maloy,https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Celeste Maloy (UT-02) introduced the Wildland Firefighter Hazard Pay Correction Act to ensure federal wildland firefighters and smokejumpers receive hazard pay for all dangerous activities, including prescribed burns and training jumps.

Currently, federal wildland firefighters receive hazard pay when fighting active wildfires but not when conducting prescribed burns—despite facing similar risks from fire, smoke, and hazardous conditions. Smokejumpers, who parachute into remote fire areas, also don't receive hazard pay for regular proficiency jumps required to maintain operational readiness.

""Wildland firefighters haven’t been receiving hazard pay for doing controlled burns or proficiency parachute jumps. They should be. This bill fixes that, and helps recruit and retain firefighters to do hard, hazardous jobs that are critical for land management,” said Congresswoman Maloy.

“For far too long, Federal Wildland Firefighters have shouldered extraordinary risks without fair recognition in their paychecks. This legislation sends a powerful message that their service and sacrifice matter. I want to thank Congresswoman Maloy for her leadership and for standing shoulder to shoulder with the firefighters who keep our nation safe,” said Matthew R. Brossard, National Business Representative, National Federation of Federal Employees

Read the full text of the bill here.

Background:

Prescribed burns are a critical tool in active forest management, helping to remove excess vegetation and lessen the intensity and spread of wildfires. These controlled burns create defensible spaces around communities, reduce hazardous fuel loads, and promote healthier forest ecosystems. Despite being carefully planned and executed, they sometimes involve burning hundreds of acres at a time and still expose firefighters to significant dangers including smoke inhalation, unpredictable fire behavior, and hazardous terrain—the same risks they face when fighting active wildfires. Additionally, smokejumpers serve an important role in combating remote wildfires by parachuting into difficult-to-access areas.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T15:07:37Z
https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-blake-moores-office-receives-best-of-congressional-constituent-service-award,Congressman Blake Moore’s Office Receives Best of Congressional Constituent Service Award,2025-08-21,2025,2025-08,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – The office of Congressman Blake Moore has received the Congressional Management Foundation’s (CMF) Democracy Award for Constituent Service, recognizing their top-notch constituent services program for Utahns throughout the First District. Congressman Moore’s office was chosen for their timely and consistent communication with constituents, exemplary casework protocols, community outreach, regular town hall events and roundtable discussions, weekly e-newsletter, innovative methods to reach constituents, and much more.

“Team Moore’s primary focus has been and will always be constituent service. We put a strong emphasis on getting out into communities, engaging with Utahns, helping with questions and casework, being a consistent resource, and providing seamless services and experiences,"" Congressman Blake Moore said. ""Serving and representing my constituents in Congress is the most fulfilling work I do, and I couldn't do it without my teams in Ogden and Washington. We're receiving this award because of their hard work, and I thank them for their service to the First District and to the constituents who trust us with their casework and stay engaged in what we're doing.”

“This award honors what lies at the heart of public service: showing up for the people you represent,"" said Jen Daulby, CEO of the Congressional Management Foundation. ""Rep. Blake Moore's commitment to resolving constituent issues with empathy, persistence, and attention to detail sets a gold standard for what excellent casework looks like.”

The Best of Constituent Service Award recognizes exceptional dedication to serving constituents through effective casework. It highlights a congressional office’s commitment to resolving individual issues, providing personalized support, and ensuring that constituents receive the assistance they need. Winning this category reflects outstanding attention to detail, empathy, and persistence in solving constituent problems.

To learn more about CMF’s Democracy Awards, click here. To learn how Congressman Moore’s office can serve you, click here.

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https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/representatives-moore-schneider-introduce-bipartisan-bill-targeting-counterfeit-imports,"Representatives Moore, Schneider Introduce Bipartisan Bill Targeting Counterfeit Imports",2025-08-08,2025,2025-08,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Representatives Blake Moore (R-UT) and Brad Schneider (D-IL) introduced legislation to halt counterfeit and pirated imports into the United States. The bill changes how Customs and Border Protection (CBP) can share the packing and shipping information of suspected counterfeit products with key intellectual property rights holders, transportation carriers, and e-commerce platforms. Last week, Senators Chuck Grassley (R-IA) and Maggie Hassan (D-NH) introduced companion legislation in the Senate.

“As a member of the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Trade, I regularly speak to Utah companies that struggle to compete against IP theft and the proliferation of counterfeit material,” Rep. Moore said. “This bill will unlock real-time intelligence sharing between CBP and the private sector that will help shut down routes exploited by counterfeit operations and cut off counterfeit flows before they reach American shores.”

“Counterfeit goods undercut American businesses, threaten jobs, and endanger public safety. I’m proud to join my colleague on the Ways and Means Committee Rep. Blake Moore and Sens. Chuck Grassley and Maggie Hassan in introducing this legislation that enhances CBP’s ability to disrupt counterfeit trafficking networks and better safeguards our economy and communities,” Rep. Schneider said.

""Counterfeits threaten our nation's economy and can put consumers at serious risk. By boosting information sharing between Customs and Border Protection, rights holders and commerce professionals, our bipartisan bill would establish a straightforward and effective approach to cutting back on potentially dangerous counterfeit products,"" Senator Grassley said.

“This bipartisan, bicameral legislation will strengthen law enforcement efforts to identify and interdict counterfeit imports, helping to ensure that law enforcement, e-commerce platforms, and transportation carriers are working together to stop counterfeiters,” Senator Hassan said. “I will continue to support law enforcement efforts to protect consumers and keep counterfeit products from crossing our borders.”

""Counterfeit goods put American consumers, industry, and our supply chains at risk. This bill would empower CBP to protect the safety, intellectual property, and livelihoods of Americans. I thank Reps. Moore, Schneider, and Sen. Grassley for coming together on this effort,"" said Rep. Adrian Smith (R-NE), Chairman of the Ways and Means Trade Subcommittee.

“Stopping counterfeits at the border demands a coordinated and collaborative approach,” said Travis Johnson, Vice President of the International AntiCounterfeiting Coalition. “This commonsense legislation enhances CBP’s ability to leverage private sector expertise and intelligence, and we applaud the sponsors for their efforts to protect consumers and legitimate businesses from the harms caused by those illicit imports.”

“We are thankful for Chairman Grassley’s efforts to call for more information sharing for rights holders to quickly and effectively identify counterfeit and illicit products. Counterfeit goods do not just represent economic losses, lost sales, and lost jobs through brand identity theft; the digital devalue chain of counterfeits exposes consumers and workers to a multitude of dangers that pose real product safety hazards for consumers, workers, and the environment,” said Steve Lamar, President and CEO of the American Apparel & Footwear Association.

Background:

While CBP’s job is to identify counterfeit products at U.S. ports of entry and flag for businesses when they suspect a particular shipment might be counterfeit or pirated, they are currently only allowed to provide limited information about shipments in question. CBP is not permitted to share packing materials (such as the external container in which goods are shipped), images, labels, invoices, or packing slips that identify the product’s country of origin, with key parties such as property rights holders, carriers like DHL, UPS, or FedEx, and e-commerce platforms like Etsy and Amazon.

This bill would provide explicit authority for CBP to share all relevant information with companies, carriers, and platforms when a shipment in question contains suspected counterfeit or pirated products. The bill also broadens the range of parties with whom CBP can disclose such information, including shipping companies and e-commerce sites where the product in question may be sold.

Under this bill, CBP would be allowed to share:

Shipping labels and tracking numbers

Sender and recipient addresses

Invoices and manifests

Outer packaging images, like courier tape, weight notations, and box markings

Container-level packaging information and data

This means CBP could flag patterns of behaviors such as:

Repeat senders across multiple shipments

“Drop addresses” used by organized counterfeiters

Common entry ports or air routes

Example: A counterfeit electronics shipment from Shenzhen repeatedly enters via the Port of Los Angeles, using the same fake return address and tracking patterns. With this bill, CBP can share these patterns with carriers like UPS, DHL, and FedEx to intercept future parcels earlier in the pipeline.

The Moore-Schneider bill is supported by the Alliance for Automotive Innovation, Alliance for Safe Online Pharmacies, American Apparel & Footwear Association, Automotive Anti-Counterfeiting Council, Baby Safety Alliance, International AntiCounterfeiting Coalition, International Trademark Association, Partnership for Safe Medicines, Pharmaceutical Security Institute, and Transnational Alliance to Combat Illicit Trade.

Read the full bill here.

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https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1681,Congresswoman Maloy and Labor Secretary Address Utah's Workforce Challenges in Industry Roundtable,2025-08-08,2025,2025-08,Republican,House,UT,Celeste Maloy,M001228,maloy.house.gov,maloy,https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Today, Congresswoman Celeste Maloy (UT-02) convened a roundtable discussion with U.S. Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer, bringing together key stakeholders from Utah's agriculture, tourism, and construction sectors. The meeting, held in Salt Lake City, focused on strategic approaches to strengthen Utah's domestic labor supply and streamline critical workforce visa programs.

The discussion centered on addressing the H-2A and H-2B visa processes, which are essential pathways for meeting seasonal and temporary labor needs across Utah's key industries. Industry leaders shared insights on current workforce challenges and discussed solutions to support economic growth while maintaining strong labor standards. The roundtable represents ongoing efforts to align federal labor policy with the practical needs of Utah's economy.

""I want to thank Secretary Chavez-DeRemer for coming to Utah and taking the time to listen directly to the concerns raised by local business and industry leaders,” said Congresswoman Maloy. ""Utah has a strong economy and a lot of our industries rely on visa workers. I’m grateful that the administration is listening and working with us to make sure Utah businesses have the support they need.”

“As former colleagues in Congress, I know Congresswoman Maloy shares my passion for addressing the labor issues facing our communities. It was an honor to join her for a roundtable with local business leaders today, where I learned more about the various industries that power Utah’s diverse economy. Through President Trump’s proposal to Make America Skilled Again, the U.S. Department of Labor is committed to ensuring states like Utah have the resources they need to meet their unique workforce demands,” said Secretary Chavez-DeRemer.

The roundtable represents ongoing efforts to align federal labor policy with the practical needs of Utah's economy. It is part of the Secretary’s America at Work tour, a nationwide listening tour to hear more about the challenges and opportunities facing everyday Americans at work.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T14:57:50Z
https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/07/30/2025/representatives-moore-tokuda-jackson-introduce-legislation-to-strengthen-us-air-force-depot-level-maintenance-partnerships-with-key-foreign-allies-in-the-indo-pacific-1,"Representatives Moore, Tokuda, Jackson introduce legislation to strengthen U.S. Air Force depot-level maintenance partnerships with key foreign allies in the Indo-Pacific",2025-07-30,2025,2025-07,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON - Representatives Blake Moore (R-UT), Jill Tokuda (D-HI), and Ronny Jackson (R-TX) introduced the Forward Air Logistics Complex Operation Nodes (FALCON) Act to strengthen U.S. Air Force depot-level maintenance partnerships with key foreign allies in the Indo-Pacific, such as Australia and the Republic of Korea.

“The tyranny of distance in the Pacific is one of the greatest concerns I hear as the congressional representative of Hill Air Force Base,” said Rep. Moore. “In the event of a conflict in the region, U.S. logistics and supply routes back to the continental U.S. would almost certainly be disrupted, putting the Air Force’s ability to send aircraft back home for depot-level repair and overhaul under severe threat. I’m leading legislation that requires Air Force and Pentagon leadership to plan out where the U.S. could partner with key allies on aircraft sustainment and developing forward sustainment positions in the Pacific Theater. This will strengthen readiness, increase burden sharing with our allies for the costs of aircraft maintenance, and ultimately reduce costs for the American taxpayer. It will also highlight Hill Air Force Base’s leadership role, serving as the nation’s fighter depot center of excellence and managing a satellite depot facility in Japan.”

“Positioned at the strategic crossroads of the Pacific, Hawai'i understands the real-world challenges of sustaining air operations across vast distances and complex logistical networks. Being on the frontlines means we see firsthand how critical it is to not only train with our allies, but also plan together for maintaining, repairing, and resupplying aircraft during a crisis,” said Rep. Tokuda. “That’s why I’m proud to introduce the FALCON Act with Rep. Moore and Rep. Jackson, to ensure our multinational exercises go beyond flying in formation, and focus on coordinated depot-level maintenance, repair, and sustainment. Strengthening these partnerships and our interoperability are essential to our readiness and collective security in the Indo-Pacific.”

""The FALCON Act is a critical step towards elevating our logistics and sustainment needs in the Indo-Pacific, ensuring America's Air Force will be ready to fight and dominate if called upon,"" said Rep. Jackson. ""I'm proud to support this important piece of legislation and will always fight to advance the capabilities of Sheppard Air Force Base, home of the 82nd Training Wing and the Air Force's logistics and maintenance technical training!""

The FALCON Act requires the Secretary of the Air Force to incorporate depot-level maintenance, repair, and sustainment as priorities for at least one multinational military exercise in the Indo-Pacific each year, such as Rim of the Pacific or Resolute Force Pacific. This could come in the form of binational or multinational planning sessions with key allies on munitions stock levels and resupply routes, mutual recognition of airworthiness and maintenance certifications, or emergency tabletop exercises for dealing with contested logistics environments.

The bill also directs the Secretary of the Air Force to conduct a department-level study on the action steps and timelines necessary to establish more formal aircraft co-sustainment partnerships with Australia and the Republic of Korea. The report would investigate the creation of emergency FALCONS for the repair of fixed-wing aircraft on Korean and Australian soil. These partnerships would be designed to operate in a contested logistics scenario where returning broken aircraft to the continental U.S. may not be possible.

Background: Utah is home to the Ogden Air Logistics Complex (OO-ALC) at Hill Air Force Base, one of three depot-level maintenance and repair facilities in the Department of the Air Force. Leadership at OO-ALC also manages Support Center Pacific at Kadena Air Force Base in Japan, a geographically separated unit of the 309th Electronics Maintenance Group in Ogden. SCP conducts in-theater depot-level maintenance, repair, and overhaul across a wide range of fixed-wing and rotary-wing platforms, including F-15s, KC-135s, and MQ-9s.

A one-pager on the bill can be found here.

Bill text can be found here.

###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T14:40:33Z
https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-moore-peters-reintroduce-legislation-to-help-tackle-americas-housing-crisis-boost-public-transit-use,"Reps. Moore, Peters Reintroduce Legislation to Help Tackle America’s Housing Crisis, Boost Public Transit Use",2025-07-23,2025,2025-07,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Representatives Blake Moore and Scott Peters (D-CA) and Senators Brian Schatz (D-HI) and Jim Banks (R-IN) reintroduced the bipartisan, bicameral Build More Housing Near Transit Act to encourage the construction of low- and middle-income housing in transit-served, walkable locations.

The bill incentivizes the development of more housing near transit stops by tying the competition for federal transit funding to state and local housing plans along transit corridors. According to the National Low Income Housing Coalition, the United States has a shortage of 7.1 million affordable rental homes. Utah has a shortage of over 48,000 homes for extremely low-income renters, and permitting rates (while high above the national average) are struggling to keep pace with growing demand. This results in a long-standing supply deficit in our state.

“Housing has consistently been one of the most pressing issues for Utahns since I joined Congress. In some ways, Utah is a victim of its own success. Our incredible quality of life, economic opportunity, and low unemployment rates have put significant strains on our housing market, which has priced out young families from starter homes and presented major challenges to servicemembers at Hill Air Force Base,” said Rep. Moore. “I’m proud to introduce legislation that will condition federal transit grants on whether states are reducing zoning barriers for housing near new bus or rapid transit lines, something that Utah has already been doing for years through the leadership of partners such as UTA along the Wasatch Front and Connect in Cache Valley. The end result will bring more of Utah’s common-sense policies to Washington and help more families find affordable and accessible homes.”

“The cost of housing remains the greatest barrier to prosperity in California, forcing people to move farther and farther from where they work, which means longer commutes and more air pollution,” said Rep. Peters. “Our bill will get more cars off the road by maximizing federal investments in public transportation and will increase affordable housing options for families across the country. As a Co-Chair of the YIMBY Caucus and founding member of the growth–oriented Build America Caucus in Congress, I look forward to getting this commonsense legislation across the finish line to help relieve the pressure on cost-burdened Americans.”

“The clearest way out of our national housing shortage is by building more housing,” said Senator Schatz. “Our bipartisan bill incentivizes cities and towns to build housing when they expand or redevelop their public transit systems. This will help put more families in homes, grow local economies, and cut carbon pollution. It’s a win for everyone.”

“This bill makes it easier for communities to build homes for working families by cutting red tape and giving them the freedom to create strong, family-friendly neighborhoods near public transit,” said Senator Banks.

The Build More Housing Near Transit Act would direct the Department of Transportation to incentivize local governments to promote housing development and regional growth in and around the transit corridors of future New Starts projects. Specifically, this bill will amend U.S. Code Section 5309, which governs the application process for capital investment grants to:

Direct the Secretary of Transportation to boost a transit project’s rating if the project includes pro-housing policies for areas along the project route.

Define pro-housing policies as a state or local action to remove regulatory barriers to constructing or preserving housing, reduce or eliminate parking minimums or minimum lot sizes, establish by-right approval processes for multi-family housing, commit substantial public property to affordable housing development or preservation, and eliminate or raise residential property height limits.

Engage the Department of Housing and Urban Development to develop a methodology to evaluate the merits of the pro-housing policies documented in a CIG application.

""Public transit is a powerful driver for economic and community growth, particularly when affordable housing is built near reliable transit,"" said Todd Beutler, CEO of Connect Public Transit in Logan, Utah. ""The Build More Housing Near Transit Act is a forward-thinking solution that aligns housing policy with transportation investment. It recognizes when we plan our communities around accessibility and mobility, we create great neighborhoods, local businesses flourish and job centers become more accessible. This kind of smart, integrated planning particularly benefits low and moderate income families.""

“As Utah continues to be one of the fastest growing states in America, housing availability is one of our state’s biggest challenges,” said Carlton Christensen, Chair of the Board of Trustees for the Utah Transit Authority. “UTA applauds the leadership of Congressman Blake Moore and Congressman Scott Peters in introducing the Build More Housing Near Transit Act. This important legislation will help Utah, and other fast growing states, ensure that federal transit investments contemplate the need to boost housing supply.”

“Utah is proud to be a leader in strategically coordinating land use with our transit system. This transit oriented development helps maximize housing and transportation choices, and increases Utahns' access to opportunities for jobs, education, and other destinations that enhance quality of life,” said Andrew Gruber, Executive Director of the Wasatch Front Regional Council. “We are grateful to Rep. Blake Moore and his colleagues in Congress for introducing the Build More Housing Near Transit Act. This legislation will help Utah continue to address our region’s housing needs by encouraging -- but not mandating -- policies that enable more housing to be built around transit stations, and make fast-growing areas like Utah more competitive for federal transit funds.”

“America is experiencing a severe housing shortage that affects every aspect of American lives and the economy,"" said Mike Kingsella, CEO of Up for Growth Action. ""The Build More Housing Near Transit Act addresses the critical link between transportation and housing and would create greater access to affordable commutes and abundant housing. We applaud the lead sponsors for introducing this bill, serving as an example of how the federal government can use its leverage to ensure the right types of housing are available in the places people want to live.

“The United States needs to build millions of new homes and rental units for low- and middle-income Americans,” said David Dworkin, President and CEO, National Housing Conference (NHC). “The Build More Housing Near Transit Act would help unlock supply and smarter, more efficient development by linking housing and transit planning and development. Transit-oriented development can help reduce costs, grow local economies, increase affordable housing supply, and increase access to opportunities for families. The National Housing Conference is proud to endorse this legislation, and we are grateful to the leadership of Representatives Scott Peters and Blake Moore, and Senators Brian Schatz and Jim Banks.”

""For decades, the federal government has funded mass transit projects in cities whose growth control laws do not allow people to live near and ride on transit,” said Alex Armlovich, Senior Housing Policy Analyst, Niskanen Center. “The Build More Housing Near Transit Act finally corrects this. It protects transit riders and the federal taxpayer from spending scarce transit capital on projects doomed by rigid zoning regulations to low housing growth and low future ridership, while uplifting projects in localities that welcome housing & transit ridership growth. This bill is the essential first step in restoring bipartisan confidence in America's mass transit investments for taxpayers and transit riders alike.""

A letter of support from more than 100 national, state, and local groups is available here. A full list of supporting organizations is available here.

Full text of the legislation here.

###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T14:40:33Z
https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1638,"Maloy and Owens Protect Utah’s Sheep Industry, Call for Tariff Relief on Foreign Lamb Imports",2025-07-23,2025,2025-07,Republican,House,UT,Celeste Maloy,M001228,maloy.house.gov,maloy,https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"In support of Utah’s sheep industry, Representatives Celeste Maloy (UT-02) and Burgess Owens (UT-04) sent a letter to U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and U.S. International Trade Commission Chair Amy Karpel urging the implementation of a Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ) on lamb meat imports from Australia and New Zealand to restore fair market conditions for American producers.

""Thanks to President Trump, we’re finally seeing trade policy that puts America First, and that must include our ranchers,” said Rep. Owens. ""Utah ranks third in total sheep production, but over the past three decades, unfair trade, weak enforcement, and a flood of lamb imports have devastated our producers and driven a sharp decline in domestic production. I'm calling for a Tariff Rate Quota on lamb imports from Australia and New Zealand, a smart, targeted step to restore fairness, defend American production, and give our ranching families a fighting chance to compete and thrive.”

“Utah’s sheep industry isn’t just a vital part of the state’s economy, it’s an important part of Utah’s culture,” said Rep. Maloy. “I’m glad to partner with Congressman Owens, the U.S. Trade Representative, and the U.S. International Trade Commission to explore any opportunities and help strengthen the industry for years to come.”

Background:

The United States imported over 309 million pounds of lamb in 2024, a nearly 30% increase from the previous year. Since 1994, lamb imports have surged by more than 500% in volume and 2,000% in value. Over 70% of lamb consumed in the U.S. now comes from overseas, while domestic production has collapsed by more than 60%.

The full text of the letter is available here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T14:40:33Z
https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1637,Congresswoman Maloy Introduces Bill to Support Ranchers During Natural Disasters,2025-07-22,2025,2025-07,Republican,House,UT,Celeste Maloy,M001228,maloy.house.gov,maloy,https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Congresswoman Celeste Maloy (UT-02) introduced the Resiliency for Ranching and Natural Conservation Health (RANCH) Act to allow ranchers to temporarily access vacant grazing allotments during extreme weather events or disasters.

Collectively, the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Agriculture manage over 600 million acres. Of those vast land holdings, the United States Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management permit livestock grazing on about 230 million acres and authorize around 24,000 permits and leases held by ranchers. The RANCH Act promotes effective grazing management on these 230 million acres.

“Livestock grazing is a critical component of the multiple use framework that has long guided the management of our public lands. It supports rural economies and helps sustain the traditions that built the West. The RANCH Act is about ensuring that Utah’s ranchers are protected from events that are out of their control and can remain viable for generations to come,” said Rep. Maloy.

""The Utah Farm Bureau Federation applauds Congresswoman Maloy for championing the RANCH Act and recognizing the vital role Utah’s ranchers play in stewarding our federal lands and sustaining our rural communities. This legislation addresses the unique challenges producers face during natural disasters and extreme weather events—making sure that ranching families remain resilient and productive in the face of adversity. Temporary access to unused allotments is a common-sense policy that will support the long-term future of ranching in Utah and throughout the West,"" said President ValJay Rigby, Utah Farm Bureau Federation.

“The Utah Wool Growers Association strongly supports Congresswoman Celeste Maloy’s introduction of the RANCH Act. This commonsense legislation demonstrates her deep understanding of the challenges faced by livestock producers in the West and her commitment to practical solutions. Ranchers in Utah and beyond are constantly at the mercy of unpredictable weather and natural disasters, and this bill provides much-needed flexibility and support to help them adapt and remain resilient. Congresswoman Maloy has once again proven to be a tireless advocate for rural communities, and we commend her leadership in championing policies that uphold both responsible land stewardship and the long-term sustainability of family ranching,” said President Casey Earl, Utah Wool Growers Association.

The RANCH Act will:

Allow holders of grazing permits or leases to temporarily use vacant grazing allotments if their original allotments are unusable due to unforeseen and extreme events/disasters

Require federal agencies to determine whether vacant allotments are suitable for temporary use.

The bill will not change:",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T14:40:33Z
https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/representative-blake-moore-joins-bipartisan-bicameral-effort-to-help-small-nonprofits-offer-retirement-plans,"Representative Blake Moore Joins Bipartisan, Bicameral Effort to Help Small Nonprofits Offer Retirement Plans",2025-07-21,2025,2025-07,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Representatives Blake Moore, Vern Buchanan (R-FL), Jimmy Panetta (D-CA), and Brad Schneider (D-IL) introduced the bipartisan, bicameral Small Nonprofit Retirement Security Act alongside Senators James Lankford (R-OK) and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), who introduced companion legislation in the Senate. This bill would help small nonprofit organizations offer retirement plans by extending federal tax incentives currently available only to for-profit employers.

“Small, local non-profit organizations are often on the frontlines of serving our communities. This is especially true in Utah, where the vast majority of nonprofits have fewer than 50 employees,"" said Rep. Blake Moore. ""Allowing these organizations access to the same retirement credits as small businesses will help them recruit and retain employees and ultimately continue to serve Utahns. I’m excited to work with Congressman Buchanan to introduce the Small Nonprofit Retirement Security Act and look forward to advancing it through Congress.”

Under current law, tax-exempt organizations are ineligible for the SECURE Act’s small business retirement plan start-up credit since they do not pay federal income taxes. This creates a barrier for many nonprofits, which employ nearly 10 percent of the U.S. workforce and contribute an estimated $65 billion annually in payroll taxes. The Small Nonprofit Retirement Security Act would fix this by allowing nonprofits to apply these tax credits against their payroll tax liability, giving them access to the same retirement incentives already available to for-profit organizations.

This legislation provides up to $5,000 per year in tax credits to help nonprofits launch retirement plans, plus an additional $500 annually for those that adopt automatic enrollment. To ensure nonprofits can fully benefit, the credits can be applied directly to their payroll tax liability.

“Every American deserves the opportunity to save for retirement, including the millions who are dedicating their lives to charitable work,” said Rep. Buchanan. “My commonsense bill supports nonprofits by giving them the same tools as small for-profit businesses to offer retirement plans to their employees. More Americans will be able to build financial security for the future, and nonprofits will gain another way to invest in their workforce. I’m committed to helping hardworking Americans keep more of what they earn so they can retire with peace of mind and financial independence.”

“Nonprofits offer many beneficial services for people in our communities, but that can make it difficult and expensive to offer retirement plans for their long-term employees. Our bipartisan bill would provide nonprofits with the same type of tax incentives for employee retirement plans that small businesses already receive. By helping these types of organizations start and sustain retirement plans for their workers, we can ensure that non-profits not only play an important role in the lives of their employees but also continue to play a vital role in our communities,” said Rep. Panetta.

“Small, community-based nonprofits are lifelines in our communities, providing critical services such as free meals, emergency housing, and child care assistance. These vital organizations employ ten percent of the American workforce, but, because of their tax-exempt status, they are unable to take advantage of existing incentives in our tax code that help private employers offer retirement plans for their employees. I’m proud to join my colleagues to help small charities build out their retirement plans and help the workers who serve our communities plan for a comfortable retirement,” said Rep. Schneider.

“Oklahoma's nonprofits are vital to our communities, providing essential services every day. Many small nonprofits struggle to offer retirement plans due to cost and limited access. This legislation extends critical startup and auto-enrollment tax credits to nonprofits the same as for-profit businesses, allowing them to attract and retain talented employees. By supporting nonprofits in this way, we strengthen our communities,” said Senator Lankford.

“The Nevadans who have spent their entire lives giving back to their communities by working in the nonprofit sector should be able to count on stability when they retire. This bipartisan legislation will reduce the barriers that nonprofits face in creating retirement accounts for their employees, leveling the playing field between nonprofit and for-profit organizations,” said Senator Cortez Masto.

“One out of 10 U.S. workers is employed by a nonprofit organization. Most of them are smaller and do not offer a retirement plan. This legislation will ensure that nonprofits have access to the same tax incentives for starting up a retirement plan that were provided to for-profit small businesses in SECURE 2.0. The ARA applauds Senators Lankford and Cortez Masto, and Representatives Buchanan, Panetta, Moore and Schneider for their bipartisan leadership on this issue,” said Brian Graff, CEO, American Retirement Association.

###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T14:40:33Z
https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-moore-sherman-lucas-calvert-kamlager-dove-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-to-support-americas-olympic-and-paralympic-games,"Reps. Moore, Sherman, Lucas, Calvert, Kamlager-Dove Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Support America’s Olympic and Paralympic Games",2025-07-16,2025,2025-07,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Representatives Blake Moore, Brad Sherman (D-CA-32), Frank Lucas (R-OK.-03), Ken Calvert (R-CA-41), and Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D-CA-37) introduced bipartisan legislation to support and commemorate the 2028 and 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Games set to take place in Los Angeles, California and Salt Lake City, Utah, respectively, through the minting of new commemorative coins. U.S. Senators Alex Padilla (D-CA), John Curtis (R-UT), Adam Schiff (D-CA), and Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) introduced companion legislation in the Senate.

The America’s Olympic and Paralympic Games Commemorative Coins Act would direct the Treasury Department to mint and issue four types of coins, each in commemoration of the 2028 and 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The coins would be minted at no cost to the federal government, and any proceeds collected from the sale of these commemorative coins would aid in the execution of the 2028 and 2034 Games as well as support their legacy programs, which include the promotion of youth sports in the United States.

“I’m immensely proud to represent Utah in co-leading the America’s Olympic and Paralympic Games Commemorative Coins Act. The return of the Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games to Salt Lake City in 2034 will mark only the second time in history that the Winter Olympics have returned to the same city, and I cannot wait to see Utah front and center on the world stage once again,” said Representative Moore. “This bid was supported by over 80% of Utahns and will bring billions in GDP growth, tens of thousands of jobs, and showcase the world’s best athletes on the Greatest Snow on Earth. I’m also thrilled that the Summer Olympics will return stateside to Los Angeles in 2028 and look forward to this bill quickly passing through both houses of Congress.”

“The dedication demonstrated by the American athletes who participate in the Olympic and Paralympic Games is truly inspiring and our nation is honored to host both the Los Angeles 2028 Summer Games and Salt Lake City 2034 Winter Games. That is why I am proud to join my colleagues in celebrating our athletes by introducing America’s Olympic and Paralympic Games Commemorative Coins Act. As a senior member of the House Financial Services Committee, which has jurisdiction over this legislation, I look forward to Congress moving quickly to advance this important bill. As an Angelino, I am excited to witness the Olympics return to Los Angeles after 44 years, and I am proud to join with my colleagues to honor the Salt Lake City 2034 Games as well,” said Representative Sherman.

“It is no small honor to host the Olympic Games, and no small feat to organize them either. That is why these commemorative coins would not only pay proper tribute to such a great honor, but also help pay for the preparations to ensure the upcoming Olympic games – including the 2028 games in my home state – receive the resources they need,” said Representative Lucas.

“The Olympic and Paralympic Games are incredible events that celebrate athletic achievement and the human spirit. I’m especially excited for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, which will allow southern California residents to get an up-close look at these remarkable competitions as well as deliver a tremendous boost to our tourism economy. I want to thank all of my colleagues who have worked together to advance the bipartisan America’s Olympic and Paralympic Games Commemorative Coins Act,” said Representative Calvert.

“As we gear up for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, I’m proud to co-lead the America’s Olympic and Paralympic Games Commemorative Coins Act,” said Representative Kamlager-Dove. “This commemorative coin will celebrate not only the upcoming games, but also nearly a century of Olympic history in Los Angeles. The 2028 Games in Los Angeles memorialized by this coin will be a feat all Angelenos and Americans can be proud of.”

“After years of careful preparation and federal collaboration, Los Angeles will be under the world spotlight for the Olympic and Paralympic Games before we know it,” said Senator Padilla. “Our bipartisan legislation will help ensure Los Angeles has the resources it needs to put on a world-class event — with a token to commemorate the Games for years to come. There is strong congressional interest in promoting and supporting all upcoming U.S.-hosted Olympic events to showcase our nation and our athletes on the global stage, and I look forward to working alongside my colleagues to advance this bill.”

“The 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games will showcase Utah’s pioneer spirit, community strength, and commitment to excellence,” said Senator Curtis.“These commemorative coins honor not just the athletes, but the values that built our state and the legacy we’ll pass on to future generations.”

“It is such an honor that our Golden State will be hosting the 2028 Summer Olympic Games and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles. And I am proud to join my colleagues in introducing this bipartisan legislation to commemorate these historic games and our incredible athletes,” said Senator Schiff.

“American athletes are the pinnacle of our exceptionalism and I am looking forward to them leading the way as we host both the 2028 Summer Olympic Games and the 2034 Winter Olympic Games. As Oklahoma’s world-class facilities will be home to multiple official venues, I am honored to join with my colleagues on this important legislation,” said Senator Mullin.

“The 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games will mark the historic return of the summer Games to America in more than 30 years,” said LA28 Chief Executive Officer Reynold Hoover. “The heart and dedication demonstrated by the athletes who participate in the Games is truly unparalleled. Los Angeles 2028, followed by Salt Lake 2034 will serve as an opportunity for American athletes to showcase their talent and resilience on the world’s stage. We’re grateful to Senators Padilla, Curtis, Schiff, and Mullin and Congressmembers Sherman, Lucas, Calvert, Kamlager-Dove and Moore for moving this bill forward to honor these athletes and our U.S. host cities for the 2028 and 2034 Games.”

“As a four-time Olympian, I greatly appreciate the commemorative coin program as another means of showcasing our Olympic and Paralympic athletes,” said Catherine Raney Norman, Vice President Development and Athlete Relations, Salt Lake City-Utah 2034, A four-time Olympic speed skater.

Specifically, the America’s Olympic and Paralympic Games Commemorative Coins Act would direct the Treasury Department to mint and issue commemorative $5 gold coins, $1 silver coins, half-dollar clad coins, and proof silver $1 coins in commemoration of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games set to be held in in Los Angeles and the 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games set to be held in Salt Lake City.

The United States has hosted the modern Olympic Games nine times, with the 2028 Games set to become the third time Los Angeles will host the summer Olympic Games, and the 2034 Games set to become the second time Salt Lake City will host the Olympic Winter Games.

Full text of the bill is available here.

###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T14:40:33Z
https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1628,Rep. Maloy introduces STARS Act to Celebrate America’s 250th in Our National Parks,2025-07-15,2025,2025-07,Republican,House,UT,Celeste Maloy,M001228,maloy.house.gov,maloy,https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Rep. Celeste Maloy (UT-02) introduced the Semiquincentennial Tourism and Access to Recreation Sites (STARS) Act directing the Secretary of the Interior to designate Constitution Day as an entrance-fee free day at National Park Service sites in 2026 in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States.

The STARS Act encourages Americans to connect with the nation’s history and natural beauty by making our national parks more accessible. The legislation highlights the role of public lands in telling America’s story and honors the legacy of freedom, resilience, and patriotism that began in 1776.

“How do you properly celebrate 250 years of freedom? Maybe the best way is to spend time in what Wallace Stegner called ‘the best idea we ever had’— our national parks. The STARS Act grants Americans access on Constitution Day next year,” said Rep. Maloy.

The National Park Service manages over 400 sites across the United States, including historic battlefields, monuments, and cultural landmarks. Designating an entrance-fee free day in 2026 allows families and communities to celebrate this monumental milestone with greater access to these treasured places.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T14:40:33Z
https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1613,"Rep. Maloy Applauds Passage of the One Big, Beautiful Bill",2025-07-03,2025,2025-07,Republican,House,UT,Celeste Maloy,M001228,maloy.house.gov,maloy,https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Representative Celeste Maloy (UT-02) released the following statement after the House passed H.R. 1 – the One Big Beautiful Bill Act:

“The bottom line on the One Big, Beautiful Bill is it puts hardworking American families and our most vulnerable first. It reflects what Americans voted for in November — a return to common sense and accountability. It protects every citizen from the largest tax increase in American history by providing tax relief for working families. It secures our border and strengthens our national security, restores American energy independence, and invests in rural communities. This bill also includes historic compensation for downwinders and uranium workers, expanding eligibility throughout Utah. While no bill is perfect, the One Big, Beautiful Bill reflects the promises made and kept by President Trump and House Republicans,” said Rep. Celeste Maloy.

The One Big, Beautiful Bill includes many wins for Utah including:",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T14:40:33Z
https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-blake-moore-introduces-the-foundation-for-americas-public-lands-reauthorization-act,Congressman Blake Moore Introduces the Foundation for America’s Public Lands Reauthorization Act,2025-06-18,2025,2025-06,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Blake Moore introduced the bipartisan Foundation for America’s Public Lands Reauthorization Act to expand stakeholder input on federal land maintenance priorities and encourage private investment in maintaining federal lands. Congressman Moore was joined by Congressman Joe Neguse (D-CO) in introducing this legislation.

“The Foundation for America’s Public Lands Reauthorization Act allows the Bureau of Land Management’s partner foundation to leverage private giving to achieve the agency’s multiple-use mandate of providing Americans with recreational opportunities and capitalizing on the abundant resources the federal government manages,"" said Congressman Blake Moore. ""By equipping the Foundation’s board with experts and expanding participation, the Foundation can build on its work to improve the visitor experiences while saving taxpayer dollars.”

“We are grateful to Representatives Moore and Neguse for introducing this important bill which will ensure the Foundation for America’s Public Lands is equipped to support the hardest working lands and waters in America, for the long term,” said I Ling Thompson, CEO of the Foundation for America’s Public Lands. “This reauthorization increases our ability to effectively work alongside the Bureau of Land Management, helping to keep our public lands accessible, healthy and thriving for the communities that depend on them. We look forward to working with Congressmen Moore, Neguse, and other Congressional champions, the Department of the Interior, and partners to advance this important legislation and build a stronger future for America’s public lands.”

The Foundation for America’s Public Lands Reauthorization Act:

Increases board seats for the Foundation for America’s Public Lands to 18, by increasing to 12 after 180 days of enactment, 15 after two years, and 18 after four years.

Requires one-third of its board members to have education or experience in natural, cultural, conservation, resource management, or law and research.

Specifically, requiring at least: one member with experience in traditional energy production, one member with experience in renewable energy production, one member with experience in the mining industry, one member with ranching experience on BLM land, one representative from non-motorized recreation industry, one representative from the motorized recreation industry, and one representative from the hunting/fishing or recreation industry.

Allows the foundation to accept in-kind donations to further the multiple-use mission of the BLM.

Prohibits federal money from being used for litigation or lobbying.

Reauthorizes the Foundation for America's Public Land for 5 years and authorizes $10 million annually

###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T01:08:28Z
https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1584,Rep. Maloy: Policies designed to facilitate abortions have no place in FY26 Defense Bill,2025-06-12,2025,2025-06,Republican,House,UT,Celeste Maloy,M001228,maloy.house.gov,maloy,https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Today, during the House Appropriations Committee markup of the Fiscal Year 2026 Defense Bill, Rep. Celeste Maloy (UT-02) spoke in opposition to an amendment that would keep the 2022 Department of Defense policy providing servicemembers with travel reimbursements and leave for abortion services in effect.

Rep. Maloy: Thank you, Mr. Chairman, I rise in opposition to the gentlelady’s amendment. The Hyde Amendment is a clear federal ban on abortion funding, except in the cases of rape, incest and life of the mother. It's been in place every appropriation cycle for 40 years. And I've been here, I've heard a lot of talk about partisanship and how this should not be a partisan bill, but this is a completely partisan amendment, whereas the Hyde Amendment has been a bipartisan consensus for four decades.

The 2022 DoD policy runs around the Hyde Amendment by a travel, leave, and reimbursement policy. But in 1980, SCOTUS in Harris v. McRae said the government isn't obligated to fund or facilitate abortions, and this is a policy that clearly facilitates abortions. And it's not about reproductive care for women. It's about using the ability as the federal government to tax and spend to force Americans to pay for something that they are morally opposed to. Post the Dobbs decision, federal policy is neutrality, not federal imposition. The Federal government must exercise restraint and respect diverse moral values of American people. This amendment is not in the spirit of that neutrality, not in the spirit of the Dobbs decision or the Hyde Amendment.

My colleagues’ amendment not only violates that neutrality, but it touches on something else we've been talking about a lot here – Article One authority. This would allow the DOD to make federal abortion policy that isn't in keeping with what Congress has done through the Hyde Amendment, and that's a path that I don't think we should start to go down.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T01:08:28Z
https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-blake-moore-questions-treasury-secretary-scott-bessent-at-house-ways-and-means-committee-hearing,Congressman Blake Moore Questions Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent at House Ways and Means Committee Hearing,2025-06-11,2025,2025-06,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Blake Moore questioned Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent at a House Ways and Means Committee hearing. His line of questioning included how the federal government can better address IRS inefficiencies, inaccurate reporting regarding the One Big, Beautiful Bill’s deficit neutrality, and economic growth expectations.

Click HERE to watch!

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https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1574,Rep. Maloy Reintroduces Bipartisan Search and Rescue Bill,2025-06-05,2025,2025-06,Republican,House,UT,Celeste Maloy,M001228,maloy.house.gov,maloy,https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Today, Rep. Celeste Maloy (UT-02) reintroduced the Public Land Search and Rescue Act in the 119th Congress. This legislation would establish a grant program to assist states with the costs of search and rescue activities on federal land under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Department of the Interior and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Congressmen Blake Moore (UT-01), Burgess Owens (UT-04), and Mike Kennedy (UT-03) cosponsored the bill.

The program is intended to help with “remote search and rescue.” This includes any activity that utilizes, trains, or supports responders with specialized equipment to locate, assist, and remove to safety individuals who are lost, injured, stranded, or entrapped in remote areas as well as recover deceased individuals. Rural counties with low populations and high visitation numbers are burdened with frequent remote search-and-rescue operations despite low tax bases to cover the costs.

“Utah draws people from across the country with its one-of-a-kind recreational opportunities. Unfortunately, with most of our land federally managed, local sheriffs and towns are left to shoulder the costs of search and rescue operations without tax revenue to support them. This legislation ensures our first responders have the resources they need to keep up with the growing demand for search and rescue missions in Utah’s vast wilderness,"" said Rep. Maloy.

“One of the most positive trends in our great nation is that we are seeing an increased public desire to travel and explore some of the spectacular natural wonders. Changes in the way we consume media has caused visitation on public lands to increase significantly, placing a strain on local resources,” said Kane County Sheriff Tracy Glover. “Western sheriffs are being tasked with higher call volumes for lost or injured visitors. Many of these frantic calls come from some of the most remote areas of federally managed lands including those administered by the US Forest Service, National Park Service, and BLM. All too often, the most desirable areas of visitation are located in the most remote and sparsely populated areas leaving underfunded rural county sheriffs with the financial burden. In many cases, counties with only a few thousand residents are hosting millions of annual visitors. The rescues are often technical in nature and require unique and expensive resources, training, and equipment such as off-highway vehicles, boats and helicopters. I know I can speak for sheriffs across the west who are grateful that Congresswoman Maloy has studied this issue and identified the pressing need for a cooperative local/federal partnership related to Search and Rescue. This bill will undoubtedly help to save lives.""

“The twenty-nine sheriffs in the State of Utah are solely responsible for all search and rescue operations in their county, per Utah law,” said Washington County Sheriff Nate Brooksby. “Washington County has some of the most rugged terrain in the state, including Zion National Park. Zion National Park visitors have increased rapidly over the last several years and they reported just over three million visitors in 2023. In the last several years, our search and rescue calls have increased by up to 30%. Washington County and the State of Utah cover all costs associated with search and rescue operations. Even though, over 90% of our calls are on BLM or Forest Service land. Purchasing technical rescue equipment such as ATVs, boats, dive gear, radios, and medical supplies places a large financial burden on our local governments. Grants from the federal government would help offset some of those costs.”

“When the world wants to get outdoors and recreate, they come to amazing rural Utah. There are times when accidents happen, or recreators are not prepared for the extreme conditions in the backcountry, and Search and Rescue is needed. In the rural backcountry it doesn't take long to deplete the few resources we do have. Rural counties do not have large budgets nor ways to recoup many of the costs incurred for rescues, especially extended searches and highly technical rescues. Through fundraising, donations, and the backs of the great volunteers we do the best we can. With the passage of this bill we can help make those few dollars go further and increase the chances of better outcomes for those who need rescue in the back country, and give the tools needed to better effect those rescues,"" said Sevier County Sheriff Nathan Curtis.

The grants are awarded on a 75/25 cost-share basis, meaning the grant can cover up to 75% of equipment costs and the grantee will need to cover 25%. A cost-share ensures that the federal government is helping states and counties foot the bill for remote search-and-rescue operations on federal land, providing local law enforcement with much-needed relief.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T01:08:28Z
https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1572,President Trump Signs Maloy CRA Restoring Access in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area,2025-06-03,2025,2025-06,Republican,House,UT,Celeste Maloy,M001228,maloy.house.gov,maloy,https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"President Donald Trump signed into law a Congressional Review Act resolution introduced by Representative Celeste Maloy (UT-02), Senator John Curtis (R-UT), and Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) that overturns a National Park Service rule and restores the use of off-road vehicles (ORVs) and all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) on 24 miles of park roads in the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.

“When Utahns found out that the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area’s Travel Management Plan included nonsensical restrictions on motorized access, they reached out for help. We took legislative action and, through this CRA, reversed a rule pushed through by the previous administration. Utahns shouldn’t be shut out of decisions that affect their own backyard. Now we can continue to recreate in the National Recreation Area. Thank you to our Senators for working with me to get this done for Utah,” said Rep. Maloy.

“Restoring off-road access in Glen Canyon is an important step to ensure our public lands remain open to the people—not closed off by Washington bureaucrats,” said Senator Curtis. “I’m proud to have worked alongside Senator Lee and Representative Maloy to get this bill signed into law and make sure the voices of Utahns were not just heard, but respected. I look forward to getting out to Glen Canyon and enjoying its roads with my fellow Utahns.”

“This was a classic case of sue-and-settle policymaking where bureaucrats caved to activists and cut Americans out of the process. That’s not how representation is supposed to work,” said Senator Lee. “I’m proud President Trump signed this CRA into law—making it clear that environmental groups don’t get to dictate our National Recreation Areas through backroom deals. That’s exactly what happened at Glen Canyon, and this law puts a stop to it. If it says, ‘National Recreation Area’ on the map, people should be able to recreate there.”

Background:

On February 12, a National Park Service rule went into effect restricting the use of ORVs and street-legal ATVs on 24 miles of park roads in the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. The route includes an 8-mile segment of the Poison Spring Loop and access roads to Lake Powell. Rep. Maloy filed a resolution under the Congressional Review Act (CRA) which allows Congress to overturn agency rules with a simple majority vote in both chambers and within 60 legislative days of the rule being submitted to Congress. It also prohibits the agency from issuing a new rule that is “substantially the same” as the disapproved rule unless authorized by subsequent legislation.

Read the full text of the resolution here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T01:08:28Z
https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-kennedy-introduces-legislation-protect-patients-potentially-deadly,Rep. Kennedy Introduces Legislation to Protect Patients from Potentially Deadly Prescribing Errors,2025-06-03,2025,2025-06,Republican,House,UT,Mike Kennedy,K000403,mikekennedy.house.gov,mikekennedy,https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — Representative Mike Kennedy (UT-03) introduced the Safe Prescribing Through Reporting Act of 2025. This legislation aims to provide doctors with crucial health information when prescribing to patients who are taking medications to treat substance abuse disorder (e.g. Methadone). Currently under federal law, substance abuse clinics do not report to PDMPs. The bill amends the Public Health Service Act to enhance transparency and patient safety by allowing substance abuse disorder medications to be reported in the state’s PDMP when authorized by state law.

This legislation is the result of concerns shared by Utah physicians that they are not always aware that a patient has been prescribed a substance abuse medication and if they prescribe a medication to treat a different condition that adversely reacts it can have deadly consequences.

States implemented PDMPs so that when any patient asks a prescriber for a controlled substance, that prescriber can look in the PDMP, and see all of the other recent controlled substances that the patient has filled, so as to avoid giving medications that are very dangerous in combination, and to avoid making things worse for a patient who has troubles with addiction. These databases are a very important safeguard to prevent substance abuse and avoid hurting patients.

“This legislation strikes a thoughtful balance between protecting patient privacy and equipping healthcare providers with the tools they need to prevent medication misuse and adverse reactions,” said Representative Kennedy. “By aligning federal law with state monitoring programs, we can ensure providers have the full record when making prescribing decisions for substance abuse disorder patients.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T01:08:28Z
https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/representatives-blake-moore-and-raja-krishnamoorthi-reintroduce-bipartisan-legislation-to-bring-electronics-manufacturing-to-america-and-strengthen-supply-chains,Representatives Blake Moore and Raja Krishnamoorthi Reintroduce Bipartisan Legislation to Bring Electronics Manufacturing to America and Strengthen Supply Chains,2025-05-23,2025,2025-05,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Reps. Blake Moore (R-UT) and Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) reintroduced bipartisan legislation to bolster domestic printed circuit board (PCB) and integrated circuit substrate production, which will strengthen U.S. supply chain security in a critical technology sector. The Protecting Circuit Boards and Substrates Act will encourage domestic PCB manufacturing and R&D to reduce supply chain disruptions, address national security concerns related to foreign PCB production, and further enhance America’s economic leadership.

“There has never been a more important time for Congress to get to work on reshoring our manufacturing and strengthening our critical supply chains,” said Congressman Blake Moore. “The Chinese government’s open willingness to withhold access to technology and rare earth minerals proves that we are in a race against Beijing at all levels of the microelectronics ecosystem. This bill provides a tried-and-true approach to incentivizing American companies to produce printed circuit boards here at home: it will maintain the integrity of military and national security commercial materials, boost our economy and workforce, and usher in a new era of American manufacturing. I am grateful to reintroduce this bill with Congressman Krishnamoorthi and am hopeful this bipartisan effort will successfully move through the legislative process.”

“While we’ve made real progress in domestic chip production, microchips can’t function without printed circuit boards – 90% of which are made in Asia, including half in the People’s Republic of China,” said Congressman Krishnamoorthi. “Our bipartisan bill reduces that dangerous dependence by rebuilding U.S. manufacturing, strengthening supply chains, and supporting American workers.”

“The PCBs Act addresses a critical and long-overlooked weakness in America’s electronics supply chain,” said John W. Mitchell, IPC President and CEO. “Every electronic device relies on PCBs and substrates, but the U.S. no longer has the capabilities or capacity to meet current demand, much less address future technology requirements. This bill is a vital step toward rebuilding the nation’s ability to manufacture electronics from silicon to systems—an essential foundation for innovation, security, and economic strength.”

""Remember, chips don’t float. They need printed circuit boards and substrates to connect to any electronic device. With production of American-made semiconductors ramping up, we need to do the same for PCBs. Without a concurrent increase in support for PCBs and substrates, those new American-made chips travel to Asia to be packaged with Asian-made PCBs and substrates,” said Shane Whiteside, Chairman of the Printed Circuit Board Association of America (PCBAA) and CEO of Summit Interconnect. “We need to end our over reliance on Asia through public and private investment. This bill will set that in motion.”

“From F-35s to F-150s, the modern world is built on printed circuit boards, and we need to make more of them in America,” said David Schild, Executive Director of PCBAA. “This bill will lead to new factories, high paying jobs and an ecosystem to support the work being done by our colleagues in the semiconductor industry.""

Background

PCBs are the material on which semiconductors sit (often the green-colored surface in images of chips) and are a critical part of the supply chain. An assessment from the departments of Commerce and Homeland Security called for domestic investment and production of key information and communications technology products such as PCBs.

The Protecting Circuit Boards and Substrates Act does the following to incentivize domestic PCB manufacturing and R&D:

Provides a 25% tax credit for the purchase or acquisition of American-made PCBs;

Establishes a financial assistance program, modeled on the CHIPS for America Act, for American facilities manufacturing or researching PCBs;

Requires a Presidential determination for single financial awards over $150 million;

Provides for delay and technology clawbacks of award funds in the event that funding is not used efficiently or in a manner that raises national security concerns;

Authorizes appropriations of $3 billion to carry out the program.

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https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-blake-moore-issues-statement-after-house-passage-of-the-one-big-beautiful-bill,"Congressman Blake Moore Issues Statement After House Passage of the One Big, Beautiful Bill",2025-05-22,2025,2025-05,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Blake Moore issued the following statement after the House of Representatives passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act early this morning.

""After months of hard work, hours at field hearings and roundtable discussions, long committee markups, and a series of all-nighters here in the Capitol, House Republicans have delivered on our one big, beautiful bill. This bill is in direct response to what Americans have communicated they want—competitive tax rates, a more secure border, bolstered domestic energy resources, more support for our military, and less government waste.

""I worked to get on the Ways and Means and Budget committees for this very moment to represent Utah in this historic effort to lower taxes for hardworking families and support our small business owners. We’ve seized this opportunity head-on, and now I urge the Senate to quickly move through the legislative process so we can get this bill to the president’s desk.""

Learn more about the One Big, Beautiful Bill here.

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https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1551,Maloy Statement on House Passage of Budget Reconciliation,2025-05-22,2025,2025-05,Republican,House,UT,Celeste Maloy,M001228,maloy.house.gov,maloy,https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Rep. Celeste Maloy (UT-02) released the following statement after the House passed H.R.1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act:

“I worked hard with my colleagues in the House and locally elected officials to make sure that the one big, beautiful bill represented the unique needs of Utahns. My lands amendment would have delivered critical relief to fast-growing communities in my district. Ultimately, it was removed from the reconciliation package. I still supported the bill, because it delivers a strong economy that will benefit Utah and the country as a whole. I will continue to fight for Utahns to responsibly manage federal lands that currently landlock our communities and hinder economic growth.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T00:49:36Z
https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-blake-moore-introduces-bipartisan-legislation-to-invest-in-american-military-depots,Congressman Blake Moore Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Invest in American Military Depots,2025-05-16,2025,2025-05,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Representatives Blake Moore (R-UT-01), Chris Deluzio (D-PA-17), and Michael Cloud (R-TX-27) introduced the Depot Investment Reform Act to help military depots across the nation respond to national security needs by making federal investments more responsive.

“I am immensely proud to represent the hardworking civilian engineers and technicians of the Ogden Air Logistics Complex at Hill Air Force Base in Congress,"" said Congressman Blake Moore. ""Known as the nation’s fighter depot center of excellence, the outstanding work happening at HAFB to maintain fourth and fifth generation air power generates deterrence against U.S. adversaries, such as China and Russia. I led this bill with Congressman Deluzio, Congressman Cloud, Senator Fetterman, and Senator Cotton to address longstanding investment shortfalls in our nation’s depots, which are required to operate during times when it is not profitable for private industry to do so. This bill ensures that annual DoD investments into our depots are more closely tied to future workload and readiness needs and will help our depots better plan, staff, and manage during emergency situations.”

“America’s military needs to be ready and prepared for whatever comes our way,” said Congressman Chris Deluzio. “This is a top priority in my work on the House Armed Services Committee, and I am proud to join my House colleagues and Senators to help improve our military depots and boost our military readiness.”

“The Depot Investment Reform Act is a key step toward advancing America’s military readiness—not just here at home, but around the world. Reforming the investment formula ensures timely support for the men and women who keep our forces sharp, ready, and dominant on the world stage,” said Congressman Michael Cloud.

The Depot Investment Reform Act aims to update the formula used to determine federal investments in these depots. Currently, funding levels are determined based on the average workload of the previous three fiscal years. This legislation would change the formula to consider the workload average of the previous fiscal year, the current fiscal year, and the estimate for the next fiscal year to determine investments. By allowing future estimates to be included in investment calculations, military depots will better respond to rapidly changing needs.

During periods of increased revenue, the investment formula set by the Depot Investment Reform Act would likely generate a higher minimum investment than the current formula, allowing the depots to receive adequate funding to meet demand. It also aims to create a more stable investment amount and allow depots to plan for the future with confidence. Military depots are essential to maintaining military readiness by ensuring critical weapons systems are being repaired and returned for use in training and operations.

Utah is home to several military depots, including the Tooele Army Depot and the Dugway Proving Ground. These facilities play a crucial role in supporting national defense and military operations.

Last week, Senators John Fetterman (D-PA) and Tom Cotton (R-AR) introduced a companion bill in the Senate.

The full bill text of the House version is available here.

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https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-blake-moore-publishes-opinion-piece-on-his-legislation-to-create-investment-accounts-for-every-american-child,Congressman Blake Moore Publishes Opinion Piece on His Legislation to Create Investment Accounts for Every American Child,2025-05-16,2025,2025-05,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Blake Moore introduced the Money Accounts for Growth and Advancement (MAGA) Act to create investment accounts for every American child to show them the power of capitalism and help them better achieve the American Dream. This proposal has support from President Trump and the Senate and was recently passed in the House Ways and Means Committee’s reconciliation package.

Congressman Moore recently published an opinion piece in the Washington Examiner on this policy. The piece is below and the bill text here.

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How to teach youth the power of capitalism

By Congressman Blake Moore

To be an American is to win life’s lottery. We live in the greatest nation in the world, with tremendous freedoms and unparalleled opportunities. We have the ability to chase the American dream from childhood through retirement.

The United States boasts the world’s strongest economy, and though we make up less than 5% of the global population, we generate and bring in over 20% of the world’s income and are the leader in global trade. Over the last 200 years, capitalism has given birth to a boom in higher-paying and less dangerous jobs, better health outcomes, more time for education and hobbies, and stronger family units. Thanks to strong capital markets and household investments, we can contribute to our communities, society, and economy, improve our overall quality of life, and seek financial realities better than the ones from which we came.

However, wealth and opportunity gaps persist and have even worsened in some respects. These gaps prevent millions of people from taking advantage of the capital markets that could help build household wealth.

We know that America’s economic engine is working, but not everyone feels connected to its value and the ways it can benefit them. Skepticism of capitalism is on the rise, and in some corners, thanks to progressive Democrats pushing socialist policies with empty promises, it’s even considered a dirty word. Socialists such as Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) have gripped members of Generation Z and sold the lies of socialism.

Capitalism is the gateway to opportunity, but too many youth are disconnected from this fuel that drives our nation’s prosperity. It is incumbent on policymakers to find an innovative way to share the financial and cultural benefits of capitalism with every child born in this country. When people don’t have the resources and education to take advantage of our capital markets, they don’t feel that the system is working on their behalf.

Helping our youth realize the power of compounding interest could change their lives. Research from the Milken Institute demonstrates that Americans young and old lack the basic financial literacy necessary to achieve financial well-being, and there has been little progress made in this area in recent years. Milken’s study indicates that only 57% of adults are classified as financially literate, fewer than in other countries of similar economic status. This knowledge gap handicaps young adults when it comes to housing, education, and other expensive life decisions. If we can demonstrate to our next generation the benefits of investing and financial health, we can put them on a path toward prosperity.

Alongside President Donald Trump, my House Ways and Means Committee Republican colleagues, and Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX), I am advancing a legislative proposal that would teach the lesson of compounding interest to America’s young people in a lasting, meaningful way. I have been grateful to work closely with Invest America stakeholders on this bold initiative that would illustrate the power of capitalism by creating private savings accounts for every child born in America.

Starting on Jan. 1, 2026, parents of any child under 8 could open an account for their child. The federal government would seed accounts for newborns born in 2025 through 2028 with an initial $1,000 to unlock the potential of compounding interest, and therefore opportunity, for America’s children. In addition to an initial federal deposit, business and philanthropic leaders from across the country have expressed a willingness to step up and make contributions, further investing in our country’s future. These investment accounts would be eligible to receive contributions from parents, relatives, employers, nonprofit organizations, and government entities.

These Money Accounts for Growth and Advancement (MAGA) could help every young person visualize how capitalism works. Youth could even follow their investments on an app and watch interest compound, personalizing the benefits of investing. As the costs of the purchases that help people get ahead continue to rise, including higher education, apprenticeship programs, and housing, these investments could be the key to opening doors of opportunity. In fact, if this program had started 30 years ago, a 29-year-old today might have $250,000 in his or her account.

Let’s unite the country around compound interest and financial opportunity. It’s past time that lawmakers engage the next generation on the importance of capitalism and the ways it can empower those who work hard, responsibly steward financial resources, and invest well. MAGA accounts would allow each and every child to participate in capitalism and experience the power of its opportunities.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T00:49:36Z
https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-blake-moore-leads-bipartisan-and-bicameral-letter-to-dod-secretary-hegseth-on-critical-hiring-freeze-exemptions,Congressman Blake Moore Leads Bipartisan and Bicameral Letter to DoD Secretary Hegseth on Critical Hiring Freeze Exemptions,2025-05-15,2025,2025-05,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Blake Moore (UT-01), Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17), and Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) led a bipartisan letter to Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth encouraging the Department of Defense (“DoD”) to exempt all depots, shipyards, arsenals, and maintenance facilities from any department-wide civilian hiring freezes, pauses, restrictions, or limitations. While the DoD has technically had an exemption in place for these facilities since March 18, 2025, there are still several technical restrictions that amount to a de facto hiring freeze for critical pieces of the defense industrial base.

“As co-chair of the House Military Depot Caucus and representative in Congress for Hill Air Force Base, supporting our military’s depots is an essential part of my job,” said Congressman Blake Moore. “We need facilities like the Ogden Air Logistics Complex to maintain our nation’s aging weapons systems, keep costs down for the DoD, and ensure readiness for future threats. Currently, our depots are struggling to keep up with workload in the wake of ongoing federal workforce changes and are losing talented employees to the private sector. This letter encourages the DoD to urgently end hiring restrictions and onboard new engineers who can regenerate our legacy weapons systems. Our ability to maintain deterrence against adversaries like Russia and China depends on it.”

This letter was prompted by Congressman Moore’s concerns for Hill Air Force Base and other major depots and shipyards across the country and affirms the Congressman’s commitment to advocating for the federal workforce. Industrial facilities that cannot complete the workload on time could funnel more work to private contractors who don’t ultimately answer to U.S. national security interests and readiness timelines. This potentially risks the viability of America’s legacy systems, such as the F-16 fighter jet maintained at Hill AFB, as an effective deterrent against our peer adversaries like China. Signatories urgently recommend that the DoD utilize all tools to generate new talent, support current employees, and leverage the skills of the retired military community.

“Military depots ensure our servicemembers have access to the weapons systems and platforms they need to keep our nation safe. They are the backbone of our military readiness, and making sure they are properly staffed is critical for our national security,” said Senator John Fetterman. “Preventing depots from hiring the staff they need to aid our troops and respond to global threats isn’t efficient. That’s why I’m working with my colleagues to demand Defense Secretary Hegseth and Acting OPM Director Ezell exempt military depots in Pennsylvania and across the nation from ongoing federal hiring freezes.”

“The workers at our arsenals, depots, and shipyards are essential to keeping our military ready and our country safe,"" said Congressman Eric Sorensen. ""They can’t do that if we don’t let them hire the people they need. That’s why I’m proud to join this bipartisan push to make sure the Pentagon lifts hiring restrictions and gives these facilities the support they deserve.”

Background

There are multiple hiring restrictions in place for depots, arsenals, shipyards, and maintenance facilities that pose serious risks to U.S. military readiness and national security. Currently, software onboarding systems, such as USAStaffing.gov, remain shut down or off limits to military services and DoD agencies, which is preventing depots from onboarding new hires. Additionally, military services are not currently allowed to backfill roles vacated by civilians who took the first two Deferred Resignation Programs, leaving many maintenance roles vacant. And new guidance requires agencies to only hire one new employee for every four employees who leave the federal workforce, posing challenges for industrial facilities like the Ogden Air Logistics Complex, which are funded by billable hours they generate for the Working Capital Fund.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T00:49:36Z
https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases/kennedy-curtis-lee-introduce-bill-advance-bonneville-shoreline-trail,"KENNEDY, CURTIS, LEE INTRODUCE BILL TO ADVANCE BONNEVILLE SHORELINE TRAIL DEVELOPMENT",2025-05-15,2025,2025-05,Republican,House,UT,Mike Kennedy,K000403,mikekennedy.house.gov,mikekennedy,https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Representative Mike Kennedy (R-UT-03), joins Senators John Curtis (R-UT) and Mike Lee (R-UT) in introducing the Bonneville Shoreline Trail Feasibility Study Act, legislation to conduct a feasibility study to evaluate whether the Bonneville Shoreline Trail (BST) qualifies to become a National Scenic Trail or another designation under the National Trails System. The study marks the first formal step to unlocking statutory authorities for preservation, maintenance, and public access under the designation.

“The Bonneville Shoreline Trail is not just a path, but a vital connection to our heritage, communities, and landscapes. The trail is another wonderful way for Utahns and visitors alike to connect with the unique beauty of the region by engaging in various recreation across the beautiful Wasatch front. Conducting a feasibility study to designate the trail as part of the National Trails System acknowledges the trail’s immense value to the nation and its reflection of Utah’s distinct identity,” said Representative Kennedy

“The Bonneville Shoreline Trail provides recreational access to over 80% of Utah’s population living along the Wasatch Front,” said Senator Curtis. “Utahns love this trail, and with this bill, we’re taking proactive action to ensure it becomes eligible for federal resources—so we can preserve public access, protect the landscape, and finish what we started.”

“This bill is a commonsense step toward recognizing the value the Bonneville Shoreline Trail already holds for so many Utahns. Conducting a feasibility study affirms what locals have known for years—this trail is worth understanding and preserving,” said Senator Lee. “I’m glad to partner with Senator Curtis to explore how we can protect access in a way that reflects the unique character of our state.”

The Bonneville Shoreline Trail Feasibility Study Act is supported by Trust for Public Land, Bonneville Shoreline Trail Committee, and Trails Utah.

“The Bonneville Shoreline Trail is a treasured resource for residents and visitors alike, providing unparalleled opportunities for outdoor recreation, community connection, and appreciation of Utah’s stunning landscapes,” said Jim Petterson, Mountain West Region Vice President for Trust for Public Land. “National Scenic Trail designation would elevate its status, ensuring its protection for future generations and expanding opportunities for people to experience the beauty of the Wasatch Front. This is an exciting moment for Utah’s outdoor heritage and we commend Senators Curtis and Lee for their leadership on this bill.”

Background:

The Bonneville Shoreline Trail is a biking and hiking trail system in Utah that follows the ancient shoreline of Lake Bonneville, running through Cache, Box Elder, Weber, Davis, Salt Lake, and Utah Counties. While several segments of the trail are complete and well-used, others remain under development. When fully connected, the route is expected to stretch approximately 280 miles, from the Utah-Idaho border to Nephi, Utah.

Before the trail can be formally designated as part of the National Trails System, federal law requires a feasibility study conducted by the Secretary of the Interior. This study evaluates whether the trail meets the standards for designation as a National Scenic or Historic Trail, based on factors such as:

Geographic and cultural significance

Public accessibility

Long-term sustainability and management potential

If the trail qualifies, it becomes eligible for:

Federal funding for construction, planning, and maintenance

Land acquisition tools, such as willing-seller agreements

Priority status for environmental protection and trail development

The study will also identify current gaps in the trail system, resolve potential conflicts with private development or infrastructure, and incorporate public input from across the Wasatch Front.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T00:49:36Z
https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-blake-moore-secures-major-wins-in-the-tax-portion-of-the-house-republican-reconciliation-bill,Congressman Blake Moore Secures Major Wins in the Tax Portion of the House Republican Reconciliation Bill,2025-05-14,2025,2025-05,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Blake Moore secured several major wins for families and workers in the House Ways and Means Committee's tax bill that will be part of the Republican reconciliation package. This tax bill, which passed through committee Wednesday morning, will fuel America’s economic growth, put America’s workers first, support rural communities, and bolster the American family. Most importantly, this bill will make the successful Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 permanent and keep taxes low for families, workers, and businesses.

“This process has been years in the making, and we are nearing the finish line to deliver real results for Utahns and all Americans,” said Congressman Blake Moore. “This bill expands the child tax credit, provides critical tax breaks for small businesses and the working class, and makes America more competitive on the global stage. Importantly, this bill makes the Tax and Jobs Act of 2017 permanent, preventing a massive tax hike on all Americans. I am grateful that my legislative initiatives to enhance the adoption and child tax credits, expand Health Savings Accounts, create investment accounts for young children, reinstate a charitable deduction, and improve section 179 for small businesses were included in the final, passed version. House Republican Leadership placed me on the Ways and Means Committee my sophomore term, and I used this runway to prepare for this very moment. I am proud of what my colleagues and I achieved to advance an aspirational, pro-growth agenda that better serves the American people.”

The provisions Congressman Moore successfully advanced include:

Extended and enhanced child tax credit

Permanently increases the child tax credit from $1,000 to $2000, indexes the CTC to inflation, and provides an additional $500 for families through 2028. Congressman Moore introduced the Family First Act to support hardworking parents and push for expansion of the child tax credit to account for inflation and rising costs impacting families. Nationwide, Utah enjoys the highest percentage of families with young children at home, and this provision will ensure Utah families doing the hard work of raising America’s future can keep more of their own money.

Enhancement of adoption tax credit

Makes the adoption tax credit partially refundable up to $5,000 (indexed for inflation) beginning in 2025. Congressman Moore reintroduced the bipartisan and bicameral Adoption Tax Credit Refundability Act of 2025 to help children find permanent, loving families by removing income as a barrier to adoption.

Increase in Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution limit

Allows individuals who make less than $75,000 ($150,000 for families) to annually contribute an additional $4,300 ($8,550 for families) each year to their HSA, indexed for inflation. Additional amounts are phased out for individuals making $100,000 annually ($200,000 for families). Congressman Moore also introduced the Advancing Health Savings Act to help patients access the benefits of their HSAs as soon as they are covered under an HSA-eligible high deductible health plan. His initiative, included in the tax bill, helps lower patients’ cost of care and empowers patients to take charge of their health care. Congressman Moore looks forward to building upon this HSA expansion by advancing his bipartisan Health Out-of-Pocket Expense (HOPE) Act to create a tax-advantaged account enabling millions of Americans to save for health care costs through individual and employer contributions.

Creation of Money Accounts for Growth and Advancement

Creates Money Accounts for Growth and Advancement (MAGA) accounts to demonstrate to American youth the power of capitalism and compounding interest. Beginning on January 1, 2026, parents of children under eight years old can open a MAGA investment account for their children. The government would seed accounts for newborns with a $1,000 federal deposit. These investment accounts would be eligible to receive contributions from family members, employers, nonprofits, and government entities, and will help set the next generation up for financial well-being.

Creation of tax credit for individuals who contribute to scholarship organizations

Creates a new tax credit for individuals' charitable contributions to tax-exempt organizations that provide scholarships to elementary and secondary school students. Congressman Moore was an original co-sponsor of the Educational Choice for Children’s Act to advance this policy.

Increased cap for small business expensing

Increases the maximum amount a small business owner may expense under section 179 to $2.5 million. Congressman Moore championed this effort through his Small Business Growth Act to support small business growth, help business owners attain the equipment necessary to grow their operations, and support their workforce.

Reinstate partial deduction for charitable contributions

Creates a temporary deduction for non-itemizing taxpayers up to $150 for single filers ($300 for married filing jointly) for charitable cash contributions for tax years 2025 through 2028. Congressman Moore reintroduced his bipartisan Charitable Act to encourage Americans to donate to charitable causes and support local communities, ensuring that every American who donates or tithes is able to benefit from both the standard deduction and the charitable deduction.

529 accounts extended to include career training and credentialing

Allows tax-exempt distributions from 529 savings plans to be used for postsecondary education, including career training and credentialing expenses. This will help students and workers who choose nontraditional academic paths prepare for the workforce.

Providing income tax exempt status to servicemembers serving in dangerous regions

Deems the Sinai Peninsula and Sahel region as qualified hazardous duty areas for tax purposes. The Qualified Hazardous Duty Pay Area designation allows U.S. military servicemembers deployed in dangerous areas to be exempted from federal income taxes. Congressman Moore introduced bipartisan legislation to extend this designation to servicemembers in the Sahel region.

Renews successful Opportunity Zone program

Delivers an additional $100 billion of investment over the next decade, making important enhancements for Opportunity Zones in rural distressed communities.

Other major provisions secured with Congressman Moore’s support by the House Ways and Means Committee include:

Lower tax rates overall

Makes permanent President Trump’s pro-family tax cuts from 2017, including lower tax rates and brackets, the doubled guaranteed standard deduction, the Alternative Minimum Tax relief for nearly 8 million filers, increased Death Tax Exemption for small businesses, and school choice and savings options for families and students.

Made in America

Enhances cost recovery for new manufacturing structures producing goods in America and will create nearly 300,000 jobs and boost wages by a full percentage point. This will also enhance cost recovery for new agricultural and farm investments in rural America and incentivize the expansion of new American production factories and growing operations.

Repealing Democrats’ 1099-K gig worker rule

Repeals the Democrats' requirement that all Venmo, PayPal, and gig transactions over $600 be reported to the IRS.

529 accounts extended to include elementary, secondary, and home school expenses

Allows tax-exempt distributions from 529 savings plans to be used for additional educational expenses for those enrolled at an elementary, secondary, or home school. Funds may be used for tuition, curriculum, books, instructional materials, online education, tutoring, therapies for students with disabilities, or other related costs.

Increased incentives for paid leave and childcare

Strengthens the Paid Family and Medical Leave Credit from the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, quadruples the maximum Employer-Provided Childcare Credit, and creates additional relief for small businesses providing childcare.

Postponement of tax deadlines for hostages and individuals wrongfully detained abroad

Directs the IRS to disregard the time an individual is held hostage or wrongfully detained when determining penalties and requires the Secretary of the Treasury to establish a program to allow individuals to apply for a refund or abatement.

Lower the cost of borrowing for America’s farmers

Reduces the tax burden on interest income for loans secured by real property for agricultural production.

1099-MISC threshold increase

Lowers the administrative burden for small farmers and ranchers employing temporary and seasonal workers by increasing the payment reporting threshold from $600 to $2,000.

Tax relief for seniors

Allows middle- and low-income seniors to deduct an additional $4,000 per eligible filer with an income that does not exceed $75,000 ($150,000 for married filing jointly) and is available to itemizers and non-itemizers.

No tax on auto loan interest

Allows the average American family to fully deduct auto loan interest for American-made cars.

Additional information:",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T00:49:36Z
https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1538,Myths vs. Facts: Rep. Maloy’s Public Lands Amendment,2025-05-13,2025,2025-05,Republican,House,UT,Celeste Maloy,M001228,maloy.house.gov,maloy,https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Last week, the House Natural Resources Committee passed its reconciliation title with an amendment introduced by Rep. Celeste Maloy (UT-02) that would sell small, targeted parcels of land to Washington County, Beaver County, the Washington County Water Conservancy District, and the City of St. George at fair market value. Read the myths vs. the facts of the amendment below:",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T00:49:36Z
https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1537,Rep. Maloy: Utah is eager to be part of energy solutions,2025-05-08,2025,2025-05,Republican,House,UT,Celeste Maloy,M001228,maloy.house.gov,maloy,https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — Yesterday, Congresswoman Celeste Maloy (UT-02) questioned Energy Secretary Chris Wright on how the department is working with the administration, states, and local governments to produce more energy during a budget hearing with the House Committee on Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development.

Maloy: I thank you for being here, Mr. Secretary. I represent Utah's Second District, which is most of the West desert in Utah, and that has some world class geothermal resources. And I was prepared to ask you a lot of questions about that. And then my colleague from Nevada mostly covered what I was going to ask, so I'm glad to hear that that's a priority. I'm glad to hear that you're planning on utilizing private investment to get some of these resources up and running. We do have some good research facilities where they're trying to take geothermal resources that we used to think weren't adequate and prove that they are. So, I hope you will support those efforts, and I also have several bills to help with the permitting process. So, I look forward to working with your team on that.

Wright: Fantastic. I look forward to working with you on that.

Maloy: And since we covered all of that, I'm going to get to two other questions that I was really hoping I would have time to ask. Given the importance of reducing our reliance on foreign countries for critical minerals, for fossil fuels, a lot of the inputs to energy, what are you doing at the cabinet level with the other secretaries to support domestic mining, oil and gas development, refining capabilities, so that we're not just talking concepts about how we could be producing energy, but we're moving towards producing more energy and more of the inputs to energy?

Wright: Oh, great question, great question, of course, and critical minerals and mining and processing and refining of minerals and materials in the United States is central to President Trump's agenda. You know, we've gotten ourselves, fortunately, most oil and gas developments on private land, and so in spite of withering federal opposition, it is sort of advanced, in spite of efforts at the federal government the last four years to strangle it. Mining is more difficult. You know, a lot of the resources for mining are on federal lands. And the US was a great giant, proud mining nation when I was born, and we've gone backwards that entire time. It's incredibly hard to permit a mine in the United States, and it's what got us in some of the tough situations that were mentioned earlier. There’s so many critical materials we don't produce any of in this country, and we can.

Maloy: I'm going to interrupt you just to make this point. What we've seen in the past sometimes is the Secretary of Energy says we want to be producing more of this, but the Secretary of Interior is working on a different agenda. And what I'm hoping we can avoid is having secretaries working at cross purposes, so you're saying what I want to hear, but then there's another secretary implementing policies, because we're producing energy on public land in my part of the country almost exclusively,

Wright: that is correct, yeah, and well aware of that, and it is a success for it because of local support in Utah that's driven that forward, but you had a bigger fight to make that happen than in other states where it's private lands. But that's why President Trump and Secretary Burgum led the effort to create the National Energy Dominance Council, and energy means critical minerals and materials and mining as well. But so that is, absolutely, and we talk about this every day. We have a list of mining projects that look like they're credible, that'll produce important stuff for our country, and we're trying to find out what is the barriers. And it's multiple agencies, what are all the things that have tripped them up, and how do we knock those down. And I think you're going to see this year, the first year of this administration, you will see a number of exciting announcements of mines fully permitted and shovels in the ground to get them going – mines that have been in process for over a decade are finally going to happen, but it is critical to our national security, not just to our economic well-being, but to our national security.

Maloy: Well, as the daughter of a miner, I'm really glad to hear that and that leads to my other question. I hope you can answer quickly in the time I have left. How are you working with state and local elected officials to make sure the plans you're making work for regional plans, and that everybody's engaged, so that we don't have the federal government saying they're going to do something that then local governments don't have buy in?

Wright: No, you're so right. We have a great federal system in this country. I have talked to more Democratic governors in the last 100 days than in my entire life combined. And great conversations. It's amazing how embracing so many Democratic governors are. They've seen that high price of energy and jobs not in their states anymore, and they want to see activity go ahead. A couple there's more contentious negotiating going on, but for the most part, it's been a welcoming environment. But you're right. It's not just federal. We need state, we need local communities and towns into it, which is why I'm very outspoken on this stuff. This is in America's best interest. It's in the planet's environmental interest as well as economic interests for us to start building things in America again.

Maloy: Well, I was just at breakfast with the Speaker of the Utah House of Representatives, and he would be mad at me if I didn't reiterate what he keeps saying which is anytime you need to a pilot project and have a proof of concept, Utah's willing to move quickly, and we're eager to be part of the solution.

Wright: I love it, look forward to working with you in your great state.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T00:49:36Z
https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-kennedy-cosponsors-punishing-illegal-immigrant-felons-act,Congressman Kennedy Cosponsors the Punishing Illegal Immigrant Felons Act,2025-05-08,2025,2025-05,Republican,House,UT,Mike Kennedy,K000403,mikekennedy.house.gov,mikekennedy,https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, DC – This week, Congressman Kennedy (UT-03) cosponsored the “Punishing Illegal Immigrant Felons Act” (H.R. 3242) introduced by Congressman Knott (R-NC), former federal prosecutor. It amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to raise mandatory prison sentences for illegal immigrants who commit felonies, in some cases requiring a minimum of 10 years in federal prison prior to deportation.

This bill amends the Immigration and Nationality Act accordingly:

Any illegal alien who is convicted of a felony (state OR federal) shall face a minimum sentence of 5 years in federal prison.

Any illegal re-entry warrants up to 10 years in prison regardless of criminal history.

Any illegal re-entry after a felony conviction and deportation faces 10 years to life in prison.

Rep. Mike Kennedy (UT-03)

“Under the Biden Administration, millions of illegal aliens have invaded our country—many of whom are committing violent crimes against U.S. citizens. As the law currently stands, their routine punishment is deportation; however, they very often come right back. There is no deterrent to stop repeat offenders from continuously cycling in and out of the country at will. This bill addresses that issue by discouraging illegal immigration, removing criminals from the streets, and strengthening our national security as a whole.”

Rep. Brad Knott (NC-13)

“A high percentage of illegal alien border crossers are repeat offenders. This is in part because of the weak penalty for illegal re-entry: The maximum prison sentence for illegal re-entry is only 24 months. People illegally returning after deportation indicate an ongoing commitment to criminal behavior. Deportation alone is not the answer and penalties for illegal re-entry are insufficient. Many illegal aliens come to our country to enrich themselves with heinous crime at the expense of Americans and do not fear repercussions. This must change and will with the Punishing Illegal Immigrant Felons Act (PIIFA).”

Rep. Pat Harrigan (NC-10)

“America can’t be a haven for criminals who cross our borders and prey on our communities. I’m proud to stand with Congressman Knott as a cosponsor of the Punishing Illegal Immigrant Felons Act to crack down on repeat offenders and enforce the rule of law. If you come here illegally and commit crimes, there will be consequences.”

Rep. Tim Moore (NC-14)

“As a prosecutor, Rep. Knott kept North Carolinians safe by putting violent offenders behind bars, and I’m proud to join him in this new effort in Washington to crack down on repeat offenders who cross our borders to commit crimes. The Punishing Illegal Immigrant Felons Act brings an aggressive approach to holding these criminals accountable and protecting innocent Americans.”

Rep. Addison McDowell (NC-06)

“If you break into our country, commit a felony, get deported, and sneak back in—you don’t deserve leniency, you deserve prison. I’m proud to support Rep. Knott’s bill because it holds repeat offenders accountable and shuts the door on criminals who treat our border like a revolving door. It’s time we stop coddling illegal felons and start protecting American families.”

Rep. Mark Harris (NC-08)

“MS-13 and Tren de Aragua have invaded and terrorized our country. Our legal system must have strong penalties to act as an effective deterrent to stop these violent gang members from crossing our borders. That's why I'm proud to co-sponsor Rep. Brad Knott's Punishing Illegal Immigrant Felons Act, which raises criminal penalties for illegal aliens who repeatedly enter our country and commit felonies. We must send a crystal clear message to lawless gangs that the United States will no longer tolerate your crimes.”

Rep. Chuck Edwards (NC-11)

“Crossing the U.S. border illegally is a crime, yet current penalties barely give repeat offenders – including illegal immigrants convicted of violent felonies – so much as a slap on the wrist for their offense. Strengthening penalties for anyone who tries to illegally cross our border multiple times will reiterate the message that America is back to putting our citizens first. We are cracking down on illegal immigration and securing our border so if you’re thinking of coming to the United States, make sure you do it legally.”

Rep. Troy Downing (MT-02)

“When it comes to combatting illegal immigration, deterrence is the best form of prevention. For too long, a lack of repercussions for repeat offenders at the border drove encounters to record levels. Congressman Knott's bill takes a big step towards reversing Biden's failed border policies and protecting American communities. I applaud his efforts and am happy to lend my support.”

Rep. Andy Barr (KY-06)

“A nation without borders is a nation without laws — and President Trump is right to make border security a top national priority. This bill builds on that legacy by making it clear: if you cross our border illegally and then commit serious crimes, you will face real consequences. We’re restoring law and order, defending American sovereignty, and putting the safety of our citizens first.”

Rep. Chip Roy (TX-21)

“During the four years of the Biden administration, illegal aliens—many of whom were dangerous actors —unlawfully re-entered the United States after deportation, some of whom committed crimes against the American people, knowing they'd likely face little to no consequences.My friend Brad Knott's bill would increase penalties for career illegal border-crossers, especially if they are convicted criminals, sending a clear message: crossing our border illegally will land you in jail for a long time.America should never tolerate abuse of our immigration laws. It is long past time to make the penalty for illegal reentry as severe as possible.”

Rep. Mike Collins (GA-10)

“Illegal criminals have taken advantage of Joe Biden’s weak Southern border and soft-on-crime judges for too long, and American citizens are paying the price. The Punishing Illegal Immigrant Felons Act will get these criminals off our streets and in the jails where they belong. We’re a country of law and order, and it’s about time that the illegals understand that the United States will no longer be taken advantage of.”

Rep. Brian Mast (FL-21)

“Without a secure border, we don’t have a country. Entering our country as an illegal immigrant is a crime and should be treated as such. Anyone who chooses to disrespect our laws not once but over and over again clearly didn’t get the message. Our border is closed to any immigrant who wishes to break our laws, and I support increasing the punishment for all who cannot or will not follow the rules.”

Rep. Gabe Evans (CO-08)

“As a former cop and the grandson of Mexican immigrants, I know how important lawful immigration is. Protecting the American Dream is sacred, and illegal immigrants who repeatedly cross our borders to commit crimes clearly have blatant disregard for our laws, posing a major threat to public safety. I’m proud to cosponsor the Punishing Illegal Immigrant Felons Act to keep repeat offenders off our streets and keep our communities safe.”

Rep. Russell Fry (SC-07)

“I am proud to co-sponsor the Punishing Illegal Immigrant Felons Act,” said Congressman Fry. “Joe Biden allowed illegal immigrants to come into our country and commit crimes with little to no penalty for far too long. This bill sends a clear message—if you are in our country illegally and are committing crimes, you will be prosecuted accordingly.”

Rep. Barry Moore (AL-01)

“Under the Biden Administration, illegals got a free pass to come to our country and commit crimes without punishment. President Trump is leading the charge to enact real changes that protect American families, and passing Rep. Knott’s Punishing Illegal Immigrant Felons Act would help by significantly increasing penalties for repeated illegal entries across our border.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T00:49:36Z
https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-blake-moore-introduces-bipartisan-legislation-to-strengthen-employee-stock-ownership-plans,Congressman Blake Moore Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Strengthen Employee Stock Ownership Plans,2025-05-07,2025,2025-05,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Blake Moore led a bipartisan group of lawmakers in introducing legislation that will support Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) and empower business owners who want to transition to employee ownership. Congressman Moore was joined by Congresswoman Lori Trahan (D-MA), Congressman Dusty Johnson (R-SD), and Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL) in introducing this bill. Senators Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) and Jerry Moran (R-KS) are leading companion legislation in the Senate.

The American Ownership and Resilience Act would enable the sale of American businesses to American workers through an ESOP plan by equipping the U.S. Department of Commerce with a zero-subsidy investment facility. This will, in turn, prevent the offshoring of American manufacturing, enhance supply chain resiliency, keep businesses American-owned and operated, and enable American workers to build substantial retirement assets.

“We will soon witness the greatest transfer of assets in American history as over two million U.S. business owners near retirement in the next decade. During a period of increased global competition, ESOPs serve as a valuable option to keep businesses open and American-owned,” said Congressman Blake Moore. “The American Ownership and Resilience Act will empower and support business owners and workers who want to transition to employee ownership, building substantial livelihoods for new employee owners and protecting our domestic supply chain from hostile foreign competitors.”

“Giving workers a real stake in the companies they help build isn’t just fair – it’s good business,” said Congresswoman Lori Trahan. “Employee ownership drives stronger performance, deeper retention, and lasting profitability. It can turn a 9-to-5 job into a wealth-building opportunity, offering working families the chance at both stability and long-term success. The bipartisan American Ownership and Resilience Act expands access to this powerful – and too often out-of-reach – path to ownership and economic mobility for workers across the country.”

“American businesses are the backbone of our economy, but many are at risk of dissolving or being sold to foreign competitors like China,” said Congressman Dusty Johnson. “The American Ownership and Resilience Act will keep these companies local, strong, and American-owned. Employee ownership is a pro-worker, pro-America solution.”

""I'm proud that the company my brother and I started in our basement with $500 dollars from our parents, that now provides over 1,500 good manufacturing jobs in the Midwest, has recently completed the transition to an ESOP and is now 100 percent owned by the employees who built it,"" said Congressman Bill Foster. “Employee ownership provides hardworking Americans with a pathway to financial security and a real stake in their future.""

“American workers are the driving force behind our economy. By spurring more employee ownership of businesses, we’re investing in our workers and putting more of their hard-earned dollars back in their pockets, instead of sending U.S. profits overseas,” said Senator Chris Van Hollen. “This bipartisan bill will offer businesses the tools they need to transition to an employee ownership structure – empowering everyone to share in the success of the enterprise and keeping jobs, opportunity, and profits in our communities across America.”

“When businesses use an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), it allows for employees to gain ownership as they work at the company,” said Senator Jerry Moran. “Our legislation would provide more flexibility to employers who wish to transition to an ESOP by mobilizing private investors to close the financing gaps that frequently prevent employee-ownership. Strengthening ESOPs give employees a meaningful stake in their employer and allows companies to retain a productive and satisfied workforce.”

""The approaching wave of generational business succession across America poses acute risks to the vitality of our industrial base,” said Jack Moriarty, Executive Director of Lafayette Square Institute. “By enabling the private sector to accelerate the growth of employee ownership, the American Ownership and Resilience Act offers a bipartisan opportunity to bolster U.S. economic security and supply chain resilience while creating an additional source of retirement wealth for American workers and families.”

“The American Ownership and Resilience Act offers a tremendous opportunity to mobilize capital to build wealth for hard working Americans, generate market rate returns for investors while building more resilient domestically owned companies,"" said Jim Sorenson, Founder of Sorenson Impact Group. ""Business ownership is one of the most important avenues of wealth creation that is out of reach for many Americans. Employee Stock Ownership Plans have long been a way for employees to become owners building wealth in the privately held companies they work for, using the tools of capitalism and free markets to broaden economic prosperity.""

“The ESOP Association strongly supports the bipartisan American Ownership and Resilience Act, which takes a proven approach to solving one of the biggest challenges facing employee ownership: access to capital,” said James Bonham, President and CEO of the ESOP Association. “By unlocking new financing options without creating a burden on taxpayers, this bill offers a smart, practical solution that could dramatically expand the reach of employee ownership across the country. We are grateful to the bill’s sponsors in the House and Senate for working closely with the ESOP community and for building broad, bipartisan support for this commonsense legislation.”

“Improving access to capital—especially through low-cost, high-impact solutions like the American Ownership and Resilience Act—is essential for accelerating the growth of employee-owned businesses,” said Ben Holder, Chief Executive Officer of Plastic Products Company Inc. and Chair of the ESOP Association’s Public Policy Council. “This bill represents a major step forward in addressing a long-standing barrier for companies transitioning to employee ownership. We applaud the Members in the House and Senate who are leading this effort for their commitment to advancing broad-based ownership.”

""Maintaining a robust American manufacturing sector requires steering private institutional capital sources towards domestic production,” said Julius Krein, Chairman of the New American Industrial Alliance. “Small and mid-sized American manufacturers across the country are preparing for business succession, and employee ownership offers a unique opportunity to prevent offshoring while investing in the American workforce.”

Background:

Nearly half of all private American businesses are owned by individuals at or near retirement age, and these businesses employ nearly 25 million workers and represent 2.3 million companies. More than half of these business owners are expected to retire in the next five to ten years and opt to sell their business to buyers in the mergers and acquisitions market or shut down, resulting in a loss of jobs and American productivity.

Nearly 17,000 mergers and acquisitions occurred in 2020 compared to just 150 ESOP transactions. ESOPs have proven to be a valuable alternative, providing more resiliency during economic downturns, supporting domestic manufacturing, and providing employee owners the ability to build retirement assets. The average employee owner has over double the retirement assets of a peer in a traditional business, and employee ownership empowers workers, preserves family businesses, and keeps businesses in their communities.

Traditional buyers in the mergers and acquisitions market often initiate transactions with sellers and offer substantial liquidity at closing, but the seller often has to self-finance the sale and wait five to ten years to see a return on investment. This is often considered prohibitive despite the existing tax incentives designed to encourage ESOPs. The American Ownership and Resiliency Act encourages owners to sell to employees, strengthening the American industrial base and investing in American workers.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T00:49:36Z
https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1536,Rep. Maloy: Targeted lands needed by local governments for infrastructure,2025-05-07,2025,2025-05,Republican,House,UT,Celeste Maloy,M001228,maloy.house.gov,maloy,https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"During a House Natural Resources Committee hearing on the committee’s reconciliation package, which includes $18.5 billion in savings, Rep. Celeste Maloy (UT-02) spoke in support of her amendment that would allow fair market values sales of targeted land in Washington County and Beaver County.

Maloy: Mr. Chairman, the underlying bill before this committee today generates revenue from numerous federal assets, from oil and gas sale leases for both onshore and offshore, to other federal fees to be paid, all of which will bring revenue to the Treasury for debt and deficit reduction. Naturally, it makes sense to also look at federal assets that can generate revenue from other non-mineral related federal lands, and we can do this without impacting any specially designated lands or other conservation related lands.

Not all federal lands have the same value. Some should not be available for disposal. We all agree on that. However, in both Democratic and Republican administrations, for decades, we've been disposing of appropriate lands in a manner that's consistent with what I propose to do here. This has taken place in the Biden, Trump, Obama, Bush and Clinton administrations. This provision identifies specific lands where we can generate revenue in locations that are appropriate, that will also generate a strong financial yield to the Treasury due to local growth and will do so while serving community public purposes by selling targeted parcels for fair market value to local government entities for infrastructure needs.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T00:49:36Z
https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-blake-moore-hosts-series-of-roundtable-discussions-during-april-district-work-week,Congressman Blake Moore Hosts Series of Roundtable Discussions During April District Work Week,2025-05-02,2025,2025-05,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Congressman Blake Moore hosted a series of roundtable discussions throughout Utah’s First District during the April district work week to share updates from Washington and hear from constituents about how recent policy changes are impacting their industries and communities.

World Trade Center Utah Tariff Roundtable

Congressman Moore sat down with the World Trade Center Utah’s Tariff Policy Working Group to discuss the potential impacts of heightened tariffs on Utah’s businesses and industry partners. The Congressman shared his work on the House Ways and Means Subcommittee on Trade and his recent discussion with U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer.

Utah Housing Affordability Roundtable

Congressman Moore joined local housing developers, small businesses, and non-profits at Weber State University’s Davis Campus for a discussion on Utah’s housing affordability crisis and potential legislative solutions. The Congressman was grateful to have Hill Air Force Base Installation Commander Col Daniel Cornelius, a leader in military family issues, and his wife Joy Cornelius join the group to discuss how housing affordability particularly impacts military families stationed at Hill Air Force Base. Congressman Moore shared about his legislation to provide more diverse and affordable housing options for servicemembers and address higher education housing costs.

Debt and Deficit Task Force Meeting

Congressman Moore met with his Debt and Deficit Task Force to further their discussions on the current state of the national debt and potential solutions. Congressman Moore started the Task Force during his first term to create a framework of solutions for how Congress can adopt Utah’s fiscally responsible policies and lower the national debt.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:20:29Z
https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1524,Rep. Maloy and Senator Curtis Introduce Bill to Provide Shivwits Band of Paiutes with Jurisdictional Clarity,2025-05-01,2025,2025-05,Republican,House,UT,Celeste Maloy,M001228,maloy.house.gov,maloy,https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Today, Representative Celeste Maloy (UT-02) and Senator John Curtis (R-UT) introduced the Shivwits Band of Paiutes Jurisdictional Clarity Act to affirm Utah State court jurisdiction over civil cases involving the Shivwits Band of Paiutes. This will ensure that both the Shivwits Band and third parties seeking to engage in business and development on Shivwits Band Indian lands will have access to a state or federal court forum to resolve disputes.

“The Shivwits Band of Paiutes wants to do business with third parties, but without a clear legal framework they are at risk. This bill will give the Shivwits Band jurisdictional clarity and the freedom they desire to enter into contracts that have the potential to spur economic growth on their lands,” said Rep. Maloy.

“The Shivwits Band of Paiutes has long faced jurisdictional uncertainties that have hindered their ability to govern and grow on their own land,” said Senator Curtis. “I’m proud to work alongside the Shivwits Band and Congresswoman Maloy on legislation that honors Tribal sovereignty and strengthens our shared future.”

“The Shivwits Band of Paiutes appreciates the Utah congressional delegation’s support and recognition of the complexities surrounding our Tribe’s jurisdictional uncertainties and the importance of having authority to control the leasing of our own lands to support economic development for our people. We believe that fostering self-sufficiency through robust economic growth is essential for empowering our Tribal community today and ensuring a prosperous future for our entire community for generations to come,” said Shivwits Band Council Vice Chair Tina Gonzales.

Washington County wrote in support of the bill calling it a “a legislative fix to a judicially created problem that has stunted the Band's ability to engage in economic development and self-determination.” You can read the full letter here.

Read the full text of the legislation here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T00:49:36Z
https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1516,House Passes Maloy Resolution to Block Rule Limiting Recreation in Glen Canyon Recreation Area,2025-04-29,2025,2025-04,Republican,House,UT,Celeste Maloy,M001228,maloy.house.gov,maloy,https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed Representative Celeste Maloy’s (UT-02) Congressional Review Act resolution to block a National Park Service rule that prohibits the use of ORVs and street-legal ATVs on 24 miles of park roads in Glen Canyon Recreation Area. Following the bill’s passage, Rep. Maloy released the following statement:

“I introduced a resolution to nullify a senseless rule that limits recreation in a National Recreation Area, and I'm thrilled to see the House advance it. Ensuring that agencies are managing land for multiple uses, as directed by Congress, is a continuous battle that I will continue to fight so that people in Utah and across the country are free to continue exploring and enjoying the land that was set aside for them,” said Rep. Maloy.

Rep. Maloy introduced the resolution in March 2025. Read here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T00:33:40Z
https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-blake-moore-introduces-legislation-to-preserve-university-of-utahs-research-park,Congressman Blake Moore Introduces Legislation to Preserve University of Utah’s Research Park,2025-04-11,2025,2025-04,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Blake Moore introduced legislation to protect and preserve the University of Utah’s nearly 600-acre Research Park. Working alongside University of Utah leadership, Congressman Moore crafted the University of Utah Research Park Act to ensure the U can continue to serve as a premier research incubator. Congressman Moore was joined by the Utah House delegation in introducing this bill, and Senators Mike Lee and John Curtis lead companion legislation in the Senate.

“The University of Utah’s Research Park has been instrumental in putting Utah on the map for innovation, research, and development,” said Congressman Moore. “It is imperative that we support Research Park and the University’s future needs. I am grateful to introduce this bill alongside Utah’s congressional delegation and look forward to moving it through the legislative process.”

“The University of Utah's Research Park has been an engine of growth and discovery for more than half a century,"" said Senator Lee. “This bill ensures that the university can continue building on that legacy without fear of retroactive reinterpretation of decades-old agreements.""

“For decades, Research Park has quietly delivered the kind of innovation, jobs, and medical breakthroughs that make Utah proud,” said Senator Curtis. “This bill ensures that the federal government honors its commitments so the University can keep building a future worthy of its past.”

“Senators Lee and Curtis, along with Representative Moore, have been steadfast champions of the University of Utah’s innovation ecosystem built at Research Park,” said Taylor Randall, president of the University of Utah. “Facilities like Huntsman Mental Health Institute, ARUP Laboratories, and Myriad Genetics not only serve Utahns but drive discoveries with global impact. We are deeply grateful for their leadership in advancing this legislation, which provides the certainty and long-term stability essential to the continued success of one of the nation’s leading university research parks.”

The bill addresses legal uncertainties surrounding the university's use of land initially conveyed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in 1968 under the Recreation and Public Purposes (R&PP) Act. At that time, the university requested land on the Fort Douglas Military Reservation for academic and research use--a request approved and granted by BLM. Since then, the university has built a nationally recognized research park, housing over 50 companies and employing nearly 14,000 Utahns.

After decades of cooperative engagement between the university and the federal government, BLM has recently questioned whether the long-standing activities at Research Park are consistent with the original land patent under the R&PP Act. The University of Utah Research Park Act resolves that uncertainty by confirming that the development and operation of a university research park is a valid public purpose under the Act.

The legislation builds on previous versions negotiated with the Department of the Interior and is supported by the University of Utah and passed unanimously out of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources last Congress, with a technical revision to ensure flexibility in land use as authorized.

Background:

In 1968, BLM issued a land patent to the University of Utah for undeveloped tracts of the Fort Douglas Military Reservation.

The land was conveyed under the R&PP Act, which allows for public use of federal land for education, recreation, and other purposes.

Recent concerns raised by BLM threatened to call into question the university's ongoing use of the land for a research park.

The University of Utah Research Park Act affirms the university's activities are valid and consistent with the original public purpose of the conveyance.

The bill text can be found here.

###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T00:33:40Z
https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/representative-blake-moore-joins-bipartisan-bicameral-effort-to-help-reduce-income-as-a-barrier-to-adoption,"Representative Blake Moore Joins Bipartisan, Bicameral Effort to Help Reduce Income as a Barrier to Adoption",2025-04-11,2025,2025-04,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Representative Blake Moore reintroduced the bipartisan and bicameral Adoption Tax Credit Refundability Act of 2025 to help children find permanent, loving families by removing income as a barrier to adoption. Congressman Moore was joined by Representatives Danny K. Davis (D-IL), Randy Feenstra (R-IA), Gwen Moore (D-WI), Don Bacon (R-NE), Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D-CA), and Robert Aderholt (R-AL). Senators Kevin Cramer (R-ND) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) will introduce companion legislation in the Senate.

The Adoption Tax Credit helps families offset some of the costs of adoption, especially for children with special needs. Currently, the tax credit disadvantages low- and middle-income families, in particular families with annual incomes between $30,000 to $50,000. This is problematic given that approximately half of youth adopted from foster care live in families with incomes at or below 200% of the federal poverty level, inadvertently creating barriers to permanency for a substantial number of families. During the Great Recession, Congress allowed families to receive the Adoption Tax Credit if the credit exceeded their tax liability recognizing that the economic hardship could prevent families from adopting or create a heavy financial burden on families choosing adoption. The Adoption Tax Credit Refundability Act of 2025 would again make this credit refundable to remove income as a barrier to adoption to help more children join permanent, loving families.

“Even before joining Congress, I have been committed to supporting and engaging with the adoption community in Utah,” said Rep. Blake Moore. “In learning more about their priorities and challenges, it is clear that many families cannot adopt due to financial barriers. I am proud to co-lead the Adoption Tax Credit Refundability Act as we seek to alleviate these hurdles. This bipartisan bill will make the adoption tax credit fully refundable so that low- and middle-income families can receive the full value of the credit, making it easier for them to open their homes to children in need of forever families.”

“The Adoption Tax Credit Refundability Act reflects common-sense federal policy,” said Rep. Davis. “It strengthens families, removes income as a barrier to adoption, and helps vulnerable children join permanent, loving families. Former foster youth represent the majority of children adopted by families earning less than 200 percent of the poverty level. This bill will make a critical difference in the ability of lower and middle-income families to adopt. I am proud to work across the aisle to improve the Adoption Tax Credit to better help more children and families benefit.”

“As a father of four, I believe that every child deserves a loving home and that we should encourage families to adopt. That means that Iowans who want to adopt but do not have the financial resources to do so should not be prevented from making additions to their families – they should be supported,” said Rep. Feenstra. “I’m glad to work with a bipartisan group of my colleagues to make the Adoption Tax Credit fully refundable so that families can adopt without facing costly financial barriers. To keep our communities strong, we need to invest in our families and help every child find a permanent, loving home.”

“This bipartisan legislation can offer support that helps transform the lives of countless children and families,” said Rep. Gwen Moore. “By permanently reinstating the refundability of the Adoption Tax Credit, we help lower financial barriers to placing children in loving families permanently and we also ensure that more families, including low and middle-income families, can fully benefit from this credit. With this bill, we can pave the way for more children who have already suffered much to find permanent homes. I am honored to partner with my colleagues, including my fellow-cochairs on the Congressional Caucus on Foster Youth.”

“For years, income has become a roadblock for many families wishing to adopt,” said Rep. Bacon. “As co-chair of the Foster Youth Caucus and an adoptive parent myself, I understand the need to remove this barrier by offsetting these burdensome costs. By making the adoption tax credit fully refundable, this bill makes it easier for families to adopt and gives our nation’s youth a safe, loving, and permanent home. I thank my co-leads for their partnership on this common-sense, bipartisan legislation that is desperately needed today.”

“As a Co-Chair of the Foster Youth Caucus, I am proud to co-lead the reintroduction of the bipartisan Adoption Tax Credit Refundability Act with my colleagues,” said Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove. “Each and every one of our foster youth deserves to have a loving home, and reducing the financial barriers to adoption for low and middle-income families will help ensure this reality. We need more commonsense efforts like this to reform our care system and improve outcomes for families and children.”

“Every child deserves the chance to grow up in a loving, permanent home,” said Rep. Aderholt. “One of the biggest concerns I hear from adoptive parents is the high cost of adoption, which can be overwhelming and discouraging. The Adoption Tax Credit Refundability Act helps make adoption more accessible by easing the financial barriers that too often stand in the way. I’m proud to support this bipartisan effort to ensure more families can say yes to adoption and more children can find the forever homes they deserve.”

“Adoption is a true joy for families, but it is not without significant financial cost,” said Senator Cramer. “Our bill will make the credit refundable to help all adoptive families access the full amount of the adoption tax credit, regardless of their tax burden. Support for adoptive families is essential to ensure more children find the stable, loving home they deserve.”

“Minnesotans have a long and proud tradition of adoption to welcome children into safe and loving homes,” said Senator Amy Klobuchar. “Our bipartisan legislation will allow more families to access the full adoption tax credit, helping ensure a smooth and successful transition for children and families. As co-chair of the Congressional Coalition on Adoption, I’ll keep working to improve the adoption process and help every child find the permanent home they deserve.”

The Adoption Tax Credit Refundability Act of 2025 is supported by 98 state, local and national organizations, including: Academy of Adoption and Assisted Reproduction Attorneys; Child Welfare League of America; Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute (Secretariat of the Adoption Tax Credit Working Group); Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption; Families Rising; Generations United; Jewish Children’s Adoption Network; Lutheran Child and Family Services of Illinois; National Council for Adoption; National Foster Parent Association; United States Conference of Catholic Bishops; the Voice for Adoption; and Youth Villages.

“Restoring refundability to the Adoption Tax Credit will help more families welcome children into loving homes and help secure their futures,” said Deb Guston, Adoption Policy Director of the Academy of Adoption and Assisted Reproduction Attorneys (AAAA). “We applaud the leadership of our Adoption Tax Credit champions in Congress in reintroducing legislation on this important issue for children and families.”

“CCAI is proud to serve as the secretariat of the Adoption Tax Credit Working Group, a national coalition of nearly 100 organizations committed to making adoption more accessible,” said Kate McLean, Executive Director of CCAI. “As the nonprofit partner of the bipartisan, bicameral Adoption Caucus, we’re grateful for the leadership of Caucus Members, especially Co-Chairs Robert Aderholt, Kevin Cramer, Danny K. Davis, and Amy Klobuchar as well as Sen. Ben Ray Luján and Reps. Blake Moore and Don Bacon, in advancing adoption tax credit refundability and helping remove barriers to permanency.”

“This bipartisan legislation stands as a beacon of hope, leveling the playing field and extending a helping hand to lower-income families on par with their middle-income counterparts. It champions the cause of permanency for children transitioning out of the foster care system, enabling them to find loving homes through adoption,” said Ligia Cushman, Chief Executive Officer of Families Rising who emphasizes that “This transformative legislation addresses the stark reality faced by numerous children adopted from foster care. With the introduction of this legislation, a bright and promising future becomes possible for these vulnerable children, as their families are granted the opportunity to access what they need to thrive.”

“We are grateful for the bipartisan leadership in making the adoption tax credit available to more families,” said Ryan Hanlon, president and CEO of National Council For Adoption. “The cost of adoption should never be a barrier for children to find permanent, loving families, and this legislation ensures we support all families, including lower-income families.”

“Many children adopted from foster care are adopted by families at or near the poverty line and they receive little or no assistance under the current tax credit,” said Patrick Lester, Executive Director of Voice for Adoption. “This bipartisan legislation will make adoption possible for many more vulnerable children who need a permanent place to call home.”

A copy of the Adoption Tax Credit Refundability Act is here; a summary of the bill is here.

###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T00:33:40Z
https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-kennedy-budget-resolution-vote,REP. KENNEDY BUDGET RESOLUTION VOTE,2025-04-10,2025,2025-04,Republican,House,UT,Mike Kennedy,K000403,mikekennedy.house.gov,mikekennedy,https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. —Today, I voted in favor of passing the budget resolution out of the House once again to allow Congress to get to work implementing the Trump Administration's agenda as quickly as possible. While I am disappointed in the Senate’s version of the bill, it still sets a framework for us to make significant cuts in reconciliation.

I am hopeful for the guaranteed good that will come from this reconciliation package. It provides tax relief for working families and small businesses, curbs excessive federal spending, unleashes energy independence, and restores safety to the United States. These are the areas where Americans have struggled over the past four years, so I believe this is a great place to start in healing the damage left by the previous administration.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T00:33:40Z
https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases/kennedy-curtis-lead-utah-delegation-bill-transfer-moab-umtra-site,"KENNEDY, CURTIS LEAD UTAH DELEGATION IN BILL TO TRANSFER MOAB UMTRA SITE",2025-04-08,2025,2025-04,Republican,House,UT,Mike Kennedy,K000403,mikekennedy.house.gov,mikekennedy,https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Representative Dr. Mike Kennedy (R-UT) and Senator John Curtis (R-UT)—along with Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) and Representatives Burgess Owens (R-UT), Celeste Maloy (R-UT), and Blake Moore (R-UT)—today introduced the Moab UMTRA Project Transition Act, legislation to authorize the transfer of the Moab Uranium Mill Tailings Remedial Action (UMTRA) site to Grand County upon the completion of cleanup and remediation. The proposed transfer will allow the community to chart the long-term future of the site once it is deemed safe for reuse by the Department of Energy and other regulatory agencies.

""This bill will give Grand County and the City of Moab the tools they need to transform the site of the former toxic ‘pile’ of radioactive waste the federal government left behind into a thriving community center. I am proud to facilitate this effort and ensure that the City of Moab and Grand County receive the cleanup they deserve,” said Representative Kennedy.

“The Moab UMTRA site has undergone extensive remediation over two decades, and it’s time to prepare for what comes next,” said Senator Curtis. “The strength of this bill lies in the consensus behind it. It reflects years of cooperative effort among local leaders, the community, and federal agencies, all working toward a shared goal: restoring and returning this land to the people of Grand County.”

Local officials and stakeholders in Utah have expressed widespread support for the legislation.

""The City of Moab appreciates the work of our congressional delegation as the House and Senate consider the Moab UMTRA Project Transition Act of 2025. As the gateway to our community the completion of this project and local control of future plans for this site will surely be a showcase for generations to come,” said Joette Langianese, Mayor of Moab. “We are also grateful for the 25 years of bipartisan congressional support that will result in removing 16 million tons of uranium mill tailings away from the Colorado River, where it posed a threat to 40 million downstream water users in multiple states.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T00:33:40Z
https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-blake-moore-appointed-to-chair-the-budget-committee-health-care-task-force,Congressman Blake Moore Appointed Chair of the Budget Committee Health Care Task Force,2025-04-04,2025,2025-04,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Blake Moore was appointed by House Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington to serve as Chair of the Committee’s Health Care Task Force.

The Task Force will build on its work from the 118th Congress by examining opportunities to modernize and personalize the health care system and support policies that fuel innovation and increase patient access to quality and affordable care. One of the initial areas of focus for the Budget Health Care Task Force will be examining the budgetary effects of chronic disease and opportunities to Make America Healthy Again.

“If we are to get our fiscal house in order, we have to tackle health care spending, which has ballooned to nearly 30% of our over $6 trillion budget,” said Health Care Task Force Chair Blake Moore. “I look forward to leading the Budget Committee Health Care Task Force with Chairman Arrington to find ways we can improve health care outcomes while reducing costs for both the patient and the taxpayer. This task force will be instrumental in addressing our health care cost inefficiencies to ensure we can take care of patients’ needs and lower this massive budgetary line item.”

“Physical health is fiscal health. Health care makes up over 30 percent of our federal spending and is projected to account for more than 40 percent of new spending over the next decade. Meanwhile, America’s fiscal health is rapidly deteriorating as the national debt climbs past $36 trillion. If we want to correct course and bend the debt curve, we must act now to get Washington’s health care spending under control,” said Chairman Jodey Arrington. “I thank Congressman Blake Moore for stepping up to chair the Budget Committee’s Health Care Task Force—a policy incubator for improving health outcomes while reducing federal spending. The task force will serve as a forum for developing and modeling legislation to improve spending efficiency, maximize the return on federal investments, and create a more cost-effective health care system. Doing so will improve health outcomes, reduce chronic disease, lower costs, and improve our nation’s health.”

The Task Force is intended to serve as a policy incubator by holding Member roundtable discussions with the Congressional Budget Office and stakeholders to find new ways to improve health outcomes while reducing federal spending.

Members of the Budget Committee Health Care Task Force:

Task Force Chair Rep. Blake Moore (R-UT)

Rep. Mike Carey (R-OH)

Rep. Buddy Carter (R-GA)

Rep. Glenn Grothman (R-WI)

Rep. Erin Houchin (R-IN)

Rep. Jay Obernolte (R-CA)

Rep. Chip Roy (R-TX)

Rep. Lloyd Smucker (R- PA)

Ex-Officio: Chairman Jodey Arrington (R-TX)

###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T00:33:40Z
https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-kennedy-introduces-bill-protect-childrens-health-schools,Rep. Kennedy Introduces Bill to Protect Children’s Health in Schools,2025-04-02,2025,2025-04,Republican,House,UT,Mike Kennedy,K000403,mikekennedy.house.gov,mikekennedy,https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WAHSINGTON, D.C. – April 1, 2025 – Today, Representative Mike Kennedy (UT-03) introduced the Healthy Lunch for Healthy Kids Act, aimed at enhancing the nutritional quality of meals served to students under the National School Lunch Program. This legislation seeks to amend the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act to prohibit the serving of certain harmful and ultra-processed foods in school cafeterias.

The proposed legislation would establish stricter nutritional standards that promote healthier eating habits for schoolchildren across the nation. Under this bill, schools would be prohibited from serving foods that fall under the category of ""ultraprocessed foods,"" as defined by the NOVA classification system.

Additionally, the bill specifically bans foods containing a range of harmful ingredients, including:

Potassium bromate

Propylparaben

Titanium dioxide

Brominated vegetable oil

Yellow dye 5 and 6

Blue dye 1 and 2

Green dye 3

Red dye 3 and 40

The Healthy Lunch for Healthy Kids Act aims to address growing concerns about the long-term effects of unhealthy food consumption on children, including issues such as obesity, allergies, and behavioral problems. The bill reflects a commitment to prioritizing children’s health and well-being by advocating for healthier food options within the National School Lunch Program. The proposed changes will help ensure that schools provide meals that not only meet basic nutritional needs but also contribute to the overall health and well-being of students, setting a foundation for healthier habits that last a lifetime.

“Every child needs access to nutritious meals that support their growth, development, and academic success. This legislation takes an important step toward eliminating harmful additives and ultra-processed ingredients from the foods served in schools. By raising the nutritional standards of school lunches, we are investing in the long-term health of our future generations. Utah has already led the way, and I am committed to ensuring this momentum continues,” said Representative Kennedy",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T00:33:40Z
https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1471,Rep. Maloy Introduces Legislation to Nullify the Henry Mountains and Fremont Gorge Travel Management Plan,2025-03-28,2025,2025-03,Republican,House,UT,Celeste Maloy,M001228,maloy.house.gov,maloy,https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Rep. Celeste Maloy (UT-02) introduced legislation to nullify the Bureau of Land Management’s Henry Mountains and Fremont Gorge Travel Management Plan which significantly limits access and undermines recreational opportunities.

The Travel Management Plan closes 612 miles of routes to motorized vehicles – including off-highway vehicles (OHVs), trucks, and motorcycles – across the BLM’s 1.45-million-acre planning area in Wayne and Garfield counties. These closures restrict access to popular areas and diminish opportunities for outdoor recreation.

“Congress directed the BLM to manage land for multiple uses and sustained yield. The Henry Mountains and Fremont Gorge Travel Management Plan does the opposite. My bill corrects that overreach and ensures that Utahns can access our public lands for recreation,” said Rep. Maloy.

“The BLM’s decision is out of touch with the local community. As a result, local businesses that rely on tourism and recreation will suffer. Congresswoman Maloy’s bill will help us keep hundreds of miles of roads open to Utahns and ensure Garfield County continues to thrive. We’re grateful to Congresswoman Maloy for fighting against federal overreach in Utah,” said Garfield County Commissioner Leland Pollock.

“Congresswoman Maloy continues to be a voice for Utahns in Washington, D.C. Representative Maloy’s bill to nullify the Henry Mountains and Fremont Gorge Travel Management Plan ensures that Utahns can access popular recreational areas and keep local businesses open. Wayne County appreciates her work to protect our rights to our public lands,” said Wayne County Commissioner Dennis Blackburn.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T00:15:27Z
https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-kennedy-introduces-bill-strengthen-medicaid-integrity-and-save,Congressman Kennedy Introduces Bill to Strengthen Medicaid Integrity and Save Taxpayer Dollars,2025-03-27,2025,2025-03,Republican,House,UT,Mike Kennedy,K000403,mikekennedy.house.gov,mikekennedy,https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. (March 27, 2025) Today, Congressman Kennedy (UT-03) introduced the Ensuring Medicaid Eligibility Act, a piece of legislation aimed at improving Medicaid integrity, safeguarding taxpayer dollars, and restoring state control over Medicaid eligibility checks.

The bill aims to repeal the costly Biden Administration's Streamlining Medicaid Eligibility Rule, which limits states to conducting only one eligibility check per year and mandates lengthy ""reconsideration"" periods for applicants. This rule has led to inefficiencies and unnecessary delays in determining Medicaid eligibility, resulting in billions of taxpayer dollars being wasted. In addition, the bill will require verification of citizenship or proper immigration status before enrollment (a cost-saving measure estimated at $5 billion, according to the FGA) and restore states' ability to conduct regular eligibility checks, with a minimum frequency of quarterly checks. This change is expected to save $273 billion.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T00:15:27Z
https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-blake-moore-introduces-bipartisan-legislation-to-address-higher-education-housing-affordability,Congressman Blake Moore Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Address Higher Education Housing Affordability,2025-03-26,2025,2025-03,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Blake Moore introduced bipartisan legislation to address higher education housing affordability. The Collegiate Housing and Infrastructure Act would remove a restriction on non-profit student housing entities, such as fraternities and sororities, from using donations to build and maintain quality student housing and amend the tax code to treat all non-profit student housing entities the same. Congressman Moore was joined by Congresswoman Terri Sewell (D-AL) in introducing this legislation.

“While I consider high school my ‘glory days,’ my collegiate years were among the most formative of my life, and I want to ensure students across the nation are able to get the most out of their experiences without feeling burdened by housing costs,” said Congressman Blake Moore. “This commonsense legislation amends the tax code to allow non-profit organizations to provide quality student housing, enhancing students’ affordable options, lowering their student loans, and removing financial barriers to higher education.”

""Now more than ever, Congress must do what it can to alleviate the financial burden associated with pursuing a higher education,"" said Congresswoman Terri Sewell. ""This bipartisan bill takes critical steps toward addressing and lowering the out-of-pocket costs of college housing for students and their families.""

Student housing is among the most expensive line items for Americans pursuing higher education. Many colleges and universities do not have the capacity or ability to house all their students, forcing students to turn to expensive, for-profit housing options that exacerbate the rising costs of education. Non-profit organizations, including fraternities and sororities, provide affordable housing to over 400,000 students nationwide, and yet the current tax code treats these organizations differently than other non-profits, disallowing donations from being tax deductible and limiting housing options.

The Collegiate Housing and Infrastructure Act (CHIA) would address this discrepancy by:

Eliminating the arbitrary distinction in the current tax code that allows colleges and universities to use charitable contributions to build and maintain student housing but prevents other non-profit student entities—including fraternities and sororities—from doing the same,

Allowing non-profit organizations to make critical property improvements to the more than $5 billion worth of affordable housing owned and offered nationwide that houses over 400,000 students, and

Treating all organizations that might be filed as 501(c)(3)/(c)(7) entities the same under the law.

###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T00:15:27Z
https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-kennedy-co-leads-passed-bipartisan-legislation-strengthen-doe-nasa,Rep. Kennedy Co-Leads Passed Bipartisan Legislation to Strengthen DOE-NASA Partnership,2025-03-25,2025,2025-03,Republican,House,UT,Mike Kennedy,K000403,mikekennedy.house.gov,mikekennedy,https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 24, 2025) , the U.S. House of Representatives passed Representative Mike Kennedy, Representative Nick Begich’s (AK-R), and Representative George Whitesides' (CA-27) bipartisan legislation, the DOE and NASA Interagency Research Coordination Act. This bill formalizes and strengthens the long-standing partnership between the Department of Energy (DOE) and NASA, and establishes a strategic framework for collaboration in research and development, enhancing the capabilities of both agencies in key areas critical to their missions.

""I'm proud to co-lead this legislation to foster critical collaboration between the Department of Energy and NASA. By working together, NASA and DOE can unlock new opportunities and technological advancements to produce energy from space. This bill opens a new frontier and furthers President Trump's agenda to unleash American energy and keep the United States at the forefront of research and development,"" said Representative Mike Kennedy

“With today’s passage of the DOE and NASA Interagency Research Coordination Act, we are solidifying a critical partnership that has powered America’s leadership in space and energy innovation for decades,” said Congressman Begich. “This legislation ensures that two of our nation’s most advanced research agencies work hand-in-hand, driving the next generation of space exploration technologies while also advancing energy and communication systems here at home.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T00:15:27Z
https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-passes-rep-kennedys-us-research-protection-act,House Passes Rep. Kennedy’s U.S Research Protection Act,2025-03-24,2025,2025-03,Republican,House,UT,Mike Kennedy,K000403,mikekennedy.house.gov,mikekennedy,https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 24, 2025)— The United States House of Representatives passed the United States Research Protection Act today, led by Representative Mike Kennedy (R-UT-03) and Representative Haley Stevens (D-MI) in the House, and introduced by Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) in the Senate. This critical legislation aims to strengthen the security and integrity of America’s innovation sector. It amends a key provision of the 2022 CHIPS and Science Act, focusing on bolstering research security. The bill clarifies what qualifies as a malign foreign talent program and ensures that there are no loopholes that could allow adversarial nations to exploit American research and technology for their own benefit.

“The U.S Research Protection Act is my first bill that has passed in the House and I feel it sets the tone for what I want to prioritize during my time in Congress—safeguarding our nation's property and interests. By closing these critical loopholes, the United States Research Protection Act ensures that our technological advancements remain secure from foreign exploitation. It also reaffirms a commitment to protecting American taxpayers by ensuring that their investments in research and development are not used to subsidize the capabilities of our strategic competitors, such as the Chinese Communist Party (CCP),” said Representative Kennedy

“Securing our research enterprise is vital to maintaining our nation’s competitive edge in the mid-21st century. The CHIPS and Science Act, which I helped author, laid a strong foundation for research security to protect American innovation. Today’s passage of the U.S. Research Protection Act strengthens that foundation by providing much-needed clarity to ensure our agencies, institutions, and researchers can effectively protect our nation against adversarial threats. I appreciate Representative Kennedy’s leadership on this critical issue and look forward to working with the Senate to get this bipartisan bill signed into law,"" said Representative Haley Stevens

“In a world where competition turns into hostility all too often, we must do everything in our power to safeguard American ingenuity against bad actor nations,” said Senator John Cornyn. “This legislation will place even more restrictions on academic programs involving countries of concern to ensure American scientific research is protected.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T00:15:27Z
https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-blake-moore-introduces-legislation-to-provide-qualified-hazardous-duty-area-designation-for-mali-burkina-faso-kenya-and-chad,"Congressman Blake Moore Introduces Legislation to Provide Qualified Hazardous Duty Area Designation for Mali, Burkina Faso, Kenya, and Chad",2025-03-20,2025,2025-03,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON­– Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT) introduced bipartisan legislation to extend the Qualified Hazardous Duty Area (QHDA) designation to Mali, Burkina Faso, Kenya, and Chad, ensuring that U.S. servicemembers stationed in these high-risk areas receive critical tax exclusion benefits. This bill comes alongside bipartisan support from fellow lawmakers and endorsements from leading military organizations, including the Special Operations Association of America and the Military Officers Association of America.

“It has been my priority on the Ways and Means Committee to represent the interests of our military servicemembers through commonsense tax policies like this,” said Congressman Moore. “The Sahel region poses acute threats to the American homeland, and our servicemembers stationed there should be given every possible leg up from Congress. At a time when terrorist activity in the Sahel is ramping up and Russian mercenaries are stalking the region to exert their influence, now is the time to provide this low-cost tax exclusion to uniformed Americans putting their lives on the line.”

The QHDA designation allows servicemembers deployed in hazardous areas to exclude their compensation from federal taxes. Currently, only countries where servicemembers receive Imminent Danger Pay (IDP) are eligible for this designation. Mali, Chad, Kenya, and Burkina Faso have already been designated as IDP areas.

The Sahel region is witnessing increased activity from violent extremist organizations and political instability, including numerous military coups and ongoing instability in neighboring countries. With the withdrawal of French partner forces, U.S. military personnel in the region are now operating with limited additional support, including medical evacuation services. This legislation provides much-needed support for the relatively small number of U.S. servicemembers deployed in the region, bringing the total estimated cost to just $3 million over the next decade. The bill ensures that when a country is no longer designated for IDP, the QHDA designation will automatically end, ensuring that the benefits are provided only as long as necessary.

This legislation has been introduced alongside Congressman Jimmy Panetta (D-CA), Congressman Austin Scott (R-GA), Congressman Brad Schneider (D-IL), Congressman Trent Kelly (R-MS), Congressman Richard Hudson (R-NC), Congressman Salud Carbajal (D-CA), Congressman Zach Nunn (R-IA), Congressman Rich McCormick (R-GA), Congressman Pat Fallon (R-TX), Congressman Mark Messmer (R-IN), Congressman Don Davis (D-NC), Congressman Derrick Van Orden (R-WI), Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (R-VA), Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA), Congressman Seth Moulton (D-MA), and Congressman Cory Mills (R-FL).

“The Sahel region is facing increasing threats from violent extremist organizations and mercenary groups, including Russian proxies, and our servicemembers are operating in extremely dangerous conditions,” said Congressman Panetta. “This legislation acknowledges the sacrifices our men and women in uniform make every day to bring stability to a region marked by political instability and rising threats. Providing this tax benefit is a small way to honor their service and ensure they are supported while serving in these high-risk environments.”

“As our foreign adversaries expand their influence in the Sahel, the risk to our servicemembers in that region increases,” said Congressman Scott. “It only makes sense that they receive benefits that reflect that risk.”

“The Sahel has emerged as the epicenter of global terrorism, accounting for over half of terrorism-related deaths worldwide and posing unprecedented threats to security and stability,” said Congressman Schneider. “Our servicemembers stationed in this region confront escalating violence and increasingly complex threats every day, often under conditions as dangerous as combat zones. This bipartisan effort acknowledges their sacrifices by extending well-deserved tax benefits, recognizing their bravery and commitment as they serve on the front lines of this critical global security challenge.”

“The Sahel region of Africa has become a hotspot for global instability, with our servicemembers facing increasing danger and violence in the region every day,” said Congressman Carbajal. “As threats continue to grow, extending tax benefits to the troops serving there is a simple and necessary step. I’m proud to support this vital legislation to honor their service.”

“Our servicemembers in high-risk areas sacrifice so much for our country, they deserve nothing less than our unwavering support,” said Congresswoman Kiggans. “As threats in the Sahel region of Africa continue to rise, we must do everything in our power to take care of our troops on the ground working to neutralize terrorist activity and restore peace and stability. Providing tax exclusion benefits to our brave servicemembers stationed in dangerous areas like the Sahel is a no brainer. I am proud to join my colleagues in introducing this important legislation to support the men and women in uniform who risk so much to serve our great nation.”

“Our servicemembers face an increasingly deadly and complex threat landscape in the Sahel region of Africa,” said Congressman Nunn. “Their fight against extreme terrorists and Russian mercenaries is critical to peace and stability in the region and we’re here to support their mission all the way. This bipartisan effort extends critical tax benefits for our troops in high-risk areas and I’m proud to join my colleagues to support our men and women in uniform.”

“As a Marine officer who has spent time in hazardous theaters, I understand the added pressures and risks that are incurred,” said Congressman McCormick. “Our service members in the Sahel are operating in an increasingly dangerous environment, facing threats from terrorist organizations, Russian mercenaries, and political instability. The Qualified Hazardous Duty Area designation rightly recognizes their sacrifice and ensures they receive the benefits they have earned. This is a common-sense measure to support those who put their lives on the line for our national security.”

“Today, there is no sanctuary for service members – at home or abroad. This legislation is far overdue and is displayed from the bi-partisan veteran co-sponsors,” said David Cook, Executive Director, Special Operations Association of America (SOAA). “The Special Operations Association of America applauds Congressman Panetta and the all-star cast of veteran Members for bringing this legislation to Congress in a region where US Special Operations Forces are heavily engaged.”

“Servicemembers serving across Africa confront substantial and shifting obstacles and hazardous conditions as they collaborate with our regional allies,” said MOAA President and CEO Lt. Gen. Brian T. Kelly, USAF (Ret). “Extending tax benefits to our personnel operating in this challenging and risky environment aligns with other priorities and geographic areas where our military serves to safeguard our nation and ensure international stability. MOAA appreciates the bipartisan leadership of the House in championing this legislation to recognize and compensate troops facing well beyond normal hazardous conditions.”

###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T00:15:27Z
https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases/kennedy-curtis-lee-introduce-bill-block-wall-street-control-utahs-public-lands,"KENNEDY, CURTIS, LEE, INTRODUCE BILL TO BLOCK WALL STREET CONTROL OF UTAH’S PUBLIC LANDS",2025-03-12,2025,2025-03,Republican,House,UT,Mike Kennedy,K000403,mikekennedy.house.gov,mikekennedy,https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Yesterday, Representative Mike Kennedy (R-UT-03), along with Senators John Curtis (R-UT) and Mike Lee (R-UT), introduced the Natural Asset Company Prohibition Act, legislation aiming to protect Utah’s public lands from takeover by Wall Street activists and foreign investors. The bill would prohibit Natural Asset Companies (NACs) and similar entities from entering into agreements that affect land, water, or natural resources within Utah’s borders.

“Natural Asset Companies (NACs) threaten Utah’s rural economy by allowing private interests to lock away farmland and natural resources. This model would undermine property rights, allowing conservation easements to be imposed without landowner consent,” said Representative Kennedy. “This legislation will help to protect Utah’s land, economy, and rural communities from such overreach.”

“Wall Street shouldn’t be allowed to dictate what happens on Utah lands just to satisfy ESG mandates,” said Senator Curtis. “Public lands are central to Utah’s way of life — supporting families, ranchers, recreation, energy production, and conservation. This bill ensures that investors from New York or foreign capitals don’t get to lock up Utah lands and cut off access to the people who depend on them.”

“Access to public lands is essential to Utah’s way of life, supporting thriving energy, agriculture, and recreation industries. Natural Asset Companies pose a direct threat to this access by enabling private and foreign investors to seize control of the very land that our communities depend on. This legislation is crucial to protect Utahns' rights to their lands, ensuring that our local communities, not foreign interests, retain control and continue to thrive for generations to come,” said Senator Lee, Chairman of the Energy and Natural Resources Committee.

Background:

NACs, which are structured as corporate entities, assign financial value to ecosystem services like carbon sequestration, water purification, biodiversity preservation, and soil health. By monetizing natural assets, NACs could lead to corporate control over public lands, restricting farming, grazing, energy development, and recreation. In Utah, where the federal government already owns around 70% of the land, NACs could worsen land-use restrictions by locking out local communities from responsible use and economic opportunities.

In October 2023, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposed a rule to authorize NACs to own rights to “ecological performance” and lease mineral, water, or air rights from tribal nations and private landowners. Following fierce opposition—including from Senator Curtis and Utah State Treasurer Marlo Oaks—the SEC withdrew the rule in January 2024.

Specifically, the Natural Asset Company Prohibition Act:",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T00:15:27Z
https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/icymi-congressman-blake-moore-introduces-legislation-to-ease-tax-burden-on-homeowners-who-invest-in-water-saving-upgrades,ICYMI: Congressman Blake Moore Introduces Legislation to Ease Tax Burden on Homeowners Who Invest in Water-Saving Upgrades,2025-03-11,2025,2025-03,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON­– Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT), alongside Congressman Jared Huffman (D-CA) and Congresswoman Judy Chu (D-CA), introduced legislation that would amend federal tax law to exempt homeowners from paying income tax on rebates received from water utilities for water conservation and runoff management improvements. The Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act encourages homeowners to invest in water-saving and flood-prevention improvements by ensuring they are not penalized with unexpected tax burdens. Companion legislation in the Senate has been introduced by Senators John Curtis (R-UT), Alex Padilla (D-CA), and John Hickenlooper (D-CO).

“Utahns know firsthand the importance of both water conservation and smart tax policy,” said Congressman Moore. “This bill combines these two efforts by eliminating unnecessary tax burdens on homeowners who invest in water-efficient solutions, helping families keep more of their hard-earned dollars while promoting sustainability. Americans deserve a tax code that values responsible choices, and this bill is a commonsense step in the right direction.”

“Due to Utah’s dry climate, water conservation is essential to preserving our way of life. While households and communities have made significant strides in improving water efficiency, the federal tax code has yet to catch up in supporting these investments,” said Senator Curtis. “By removing taxes on rebates for water-saving home upgrades, our bill rewards Utahns for adopting sustainable practices that benefit both our environment and economy.”

“Worsening climate change has triggered more severe and frequent droughts throughout California, and our communities and ecosystems are paying the price,” said Congressman Huffman. “We need bold, innovative solutions to get this crisis under control immediately. The Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act is one of the simplest and fastest ways to both reduce this water use and help California preserve its water supply, while also protecting our taxpayers from bearing the brunt of these costs. This legislation offers a win-win solution – enabling a cost-efficient transition to water-saving technologies locally while also protecting precious resources statewide.”

“For Californians, conserving water is a way of life—and we know the importance of staying prepared for the next major drought,” said Senator Padilla. “Saving water means saving money on your water bills, which is why water utilities throughout the state offer rebates for more efficient water fixtures or drought-tolerant landscaping. We should incentivize homeowners to invest in technologies that reduce their water consumption, not penalize them with additional federal income taxes.”

“Droughts don’t just disappear. We need to make the most of every drop,” said Senator Hickenlooper. “Homeowners need to conserve their water to make us more drought resilient.”

Background:

Public utilities and state and local governments across the country are increasingly offering rebates and incentives to homeowners who invest in water conservation and stormwater management improvements to reduce water use, limit stormwater runoff, and ease the strain on public infrastructure.

Encouraging residents to conserve water—whether by installing graywater capture systems, purchasing high-efficiency appliances, or upgrading plumbing fixtures—yields significant benefits for public health, the environment, and local economies. These rebates provide a net positive impact for both the public and utilities, yet they are still classified as taxable income under current federal law. This tax treatment discourages participation in water conservation investments.

The Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act clarifies that these incentives—growing in both number and size—should not be considered taxable income, but rather a means of offsetting upfront consumer costs for the public good.

Specifically, this legislation:

Amends the tax code to exempt from taxation any rebates or subsidies for water conservation, efficiency, stormwater management, or wastewater management improvements.

Extends the tax exemption to rebates or subsidies provided directly or indirectly by public utilities, state and local governments, and stormwater management providers.

Applies the exemption retroactively to amounts received on or after December 31, 2021, ensuring that recent rebates are also covered.

The full text of the bill can be found here.

The Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act is supported by St. George, Utah Mayor Michelle Randall; Irrigation Association; Alliance for Water Efficiency; Plumbing Manufacturers International; Inland Empire Utilities Agency; National Water Resources Association; Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies; Association of Water Agencies; Eastern Municipal Water District; West Basin Municipal Water District; Western Urban Water Coalition; California Water Efficiency Partnership; Family Farm Alliance; Desert Water Agency; California Water Efficiency Partnership; Las Virgenes Municipal Water District; Upper San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District; Coachella Valley Water District; Jurupa Community Services District; San Francisco Public Utilities Commission; and the City of Sacramento.

“The Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act is a practical and necessary solution that empowers consumers to reduce water use while removing burdensome tax requirements that discourage conservation. By making water conservation rebates tax-exempt, this bill incentivizes investment in smart water use products, lowers costs for consumers and bolsters our nation’s long-term water security. We commend Representatives Huffman and Moore, along with Senators Curtis, Padilla and Hickenlooper for championing this critical legislation and urge Congress to act quickly to sign this bipartisan measure into law,” said Natasha Rankin, CEO of the Irrigation Association.

“The National Water Resources Association strongly supports the reintroduction of the Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act. Water utilities across the arid West rely on rebate programs to encourage the adoption of water-efficient technologies that reduce demand and enhance long-term water security. This bipartisan legislation ensures these vital conservation incentives receive fair federal tax treatment, aligning them with energy efficiency rebates. We appreciate the leadership in both chambers and urge swift passage to support responsible water management in our region,” said Greg Morrison, Executive Vice President of the National Water Resources Association.

“By eliminating federal taxes on water conservation rebates, the Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act will help more households and businesses afford efficiency upgrades that reduce water waste, lower utility bills, and enhance community resilience. The Alliance for Water Efficiency fully supports this bipartisan effort to align tax policy with our nation’s water sustainability goals,” said Ron Burke, President & CEO of the Alliance for Water Efficiency.

""Modern technology and water conservation techniques can significantly bolster our water supplies. Local water systems and their customers must work together to preserve precious water resources, improve drought resiliency, and safeguard water supplies for the future. Unfortunately, the federal tax code discourages customer participation in local water conservation and efficiency incentive programs, by treating these benefits as taxable income. The Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act will eliminate this tax penalty and ensure that rebates are offered in full to help households afford these upgrades, so AMWA is proud to support the legislation,” said Tom Dobbins, CEO of the Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies.

“The Western Urban Water Coalition (WUWC) strongly supports the Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act, which would remove water conservation and stormwater management rebates as taxable income. WUWC members are large urban public water providers serving water to over 40 million customers in eight western states in the nation’s most arid regions, and are committed to water efficiency efforts that ensure our water supplies can support a robust economy and are sustainable for future generations. WUWC members use effective conservation programs to preserve and extend limited supplies to buffer the impacts of a variable climate and meet the demands of growing populations, including water efficiency and stormwater management rebates programs. Because these rebates are currently treated as taxable income, many individuals are disincentivized from participation in these programs. This legislation will address the unnecessary tax impediments to the important and effective programs of water supply utilities that help advance our nation’s energy and infrastructure goals. WUWC is proud to support this important legislation and looks forward to its enactment,” said Jolene Walsh, Chairman of the Western Urban Water Coalition.

“Metropolitan has invested nearly $1 billion since 1990 to help transform Southern California’s landscape away from water thirsty grass and into more climate appropriate California friendly landscaping. This bill will ensure this transition to more efficient water use is not penalized. Metropolitan appreciates the introduction of this bipartisan bicameral legislation and looks forward to its passage,” said Deven Upadhyay, General Manager of the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California.

""ACWA thanks Congressman Huffman and Congressman Moore and Senator Curtis and Senator Padilla their leadership on water policy and for reintroducing the Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act. This vital legislation would exempt recipients of water conservation rebates from federal income taxes on conservation and runoff management projects. The bill would establish essential parity between energy efficiency and water conservation rebates. We applaud the bill's potential to leverage investments in responsible water use, which will not only promote clean waterways but also drive greater success in water conservation,"" said Marwan Khalifa, Interim Executive Director of the Association of California Water Agencies.

“The SFPUC strongly supports eliminating federal taxes on water conservation rebates, wastewater management rebates, and stormwater management grants that we provide to our customers. Helping our customers with incentives to conserve water and better manage stormwater is needed and benefits everyone. As we have seen from devastating storms across our country, no one is immune. This bipartisan bill is an important tool as we work together to manage the effects of climate change and the weather whiplash we experience from intense droughts and historic storms. We appreciate the leadership of Congressman Huffman, Senator Padilla, and their bipartisan cosponsors on this important issue,” said Dennis Herrera, General Manager of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission.

“Supporting this bill will encourage homeowners to make water saving investments and home improvements. We should not penalize our ratepayers for doing the right thing. Otherwise, it’s no good deed goes unpunished,” said Larry Dick, Director of the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California representing Municipal Water District of Orange County.

“Desert Water Agency (DWA) strongly supports the Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act. Removing the tax burden on rebates makes it easier for underserved communities and low-income families to make water-conscious choices without fear of risking their federal benefits,” said Victoria Llort, Director of Public Affairs & Conservation, Desert Water Agency.

“Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) strongly supports the Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act, which would remove water conservation rebates as taxable income. As a water provider in one of the nation’s most arid regions, CVWD is committed to water conservation efforts that ensure our community’s water supply is sustainable for future generations. In the last two years, CVWD has provided 1,715 customers with water conservation rebates totaling $17.1 million. Because these rebates are currently treated as taxable income, many individuals, including elderly and fixed or low-income customers, are reluctant to participate in conservation programs because it increases their tax liability and can jeopardize their safety net benefits. This legislation will allow CVWD to expand water conservation efforts, making our community more resilient to an increasingly arid climate,” said Scott Burritt, Director of Public Affairs and Customer Experience of the Coachella Valley Water District.

“As arid regions of the country–including Los Angeles County–continue to confront water scarcity, water conservation remains a critical tool to ensure a sustainable supply of safe drinking water. Upper San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District offers several rebate and water efficiency programs that provide residents with the tools they need to conserve at home. However, the water industry has long struggled with water rebates treated as taxable income, which we have seen adversely impact the participation of senior citizens and disadvantaged communities in these programs. The Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act would deliver the needed relief by ensuring these conservation rebates are not taxable income. Upper San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District strongly supports the Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act, and looks forward to it becoming law,” said Thomas A. Love, General Manager of the Upper San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District.

“Las Virgenes Municipal Water District is a strong supporter of the Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act. As arid regions of the country–such as Southern California–are confronting the real-life impacts of water scarcity, water conservation is among the most important tools we have to ensure a sustainable supply of safe drinking water for generations to come. Water conservation rebate programs are an effective way to facilitate this environmental stewardship. Customers who do the right thing and invest their hard-earned dollars to conserve water, should not be left with a tax liability for phantom income resulting from incentive programs that partially offset their costs. The Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act would end this outdated arrangement,” said Dave Pedersen, General Manager of the Las Virgenes Municipal Water District.

""Water agencies throughout the country welcome the reintroduction of the Water Conservation Tax Parity Act, which promises to treat water conservation rebates as what they truly are—an investment in our community and resources. Exempting these rebates from taxable income encourages more people to participate in vital water-saving measures,"" said Chris Berch, General Manager of the Jurupa Community Services District.

###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T00:15:27Z
https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-kennedy-joins-rep-ciscomanis-congressional-delegation-us-mexico-border,Rep. Kennedy Joins Rep. Ciscomani’s Congressional Delegation to the U.S. – Mexico Border,2025-03-07,2025,2025-03,Republican,House,UT,Mike Kennedy,K000403,mikekennedy.house.gov,mikekennedy,https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – From Thursday, March 6 to Saturday, March 8, 2025, Rep. Kennedy (R-UT-03) will join Rep. Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) and colleagues on a congressional delegation to the southern border to meet with Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Department of Defense (DOD) officials and local stakeholders.

In order to better understand the needs of our law enforcement and how Congress can continue to support the critical mission of securing the southern border, the Members will visit the Nogales Port of Entry, the border wall, and other facilities along the Arizona – Mexico Border.

“The United States border has suffered immensely under the Biden Administration where 6.7 million illegal immigrants crossed into our country at our Southern Border. The effects of this have been felt by every American. Their personal safety, communities, and resources have been put at risk. I am grateful for the opportunity to visit with those on the frontlines to hear about how we can best avoid this moving forward,” said Rep. Kennedy

“House Republicans were elected on the promise to secure the southern border, and that is exactly what we will continue to deliver,” said Rep. Ciscomani. “As Vice Chair of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Homeland Security, I am immensely proud to lead a group of freshman members to the Arizona-Mexico border, where we will hear from law enforcement on the frontline about the challenges they face and the resources they need to keep our communities safe and our border secure.”

Below are the Members attending this Congressional Delegation:",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T00:15:27Z
https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1452,Rep. Maloy Leads Bill Giving States the Choice to Stop Changing the Clock,2025-03-06,2025,2025-03,Republican,House,UT,Celeste Maloy,M001228,maloy.house.gov,maloy,https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Rep. Celeste Maloy (UT-02) reintroduced the Daylight Act in the 119th Congress to give states the choice to stay on Daylight Saving Time permanently.

""The Daylight Act grants states like Utah the freedom to decide whether or not to remain on Daylight Saving Time year-round. Let’s pass this bill in Congress and end the outdated practice of changing our clocks twice a year,” said Rep. Maloy.

Read the text of the legislation here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T00:15:27Z
https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases/representative-kennedy-introduces-deporting-fraudsters-act,Representative Kennedy Introduces the Deporting Fraudsters Act,2025-03-06,2025,2025-03,Republican,House,UT,Mike Kennedy,K000403,mikekennedy.house.gov,mikekennedy,https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — Representative Kennedy (R- UT-03) introduces the Deporting Fraudsters Act, with Representative Dave Taylor (R- OH-02). This important legislation clarifies that illegal aliens convicted of defrauding the United States and its citizens are both deportable and inadmissible.

This action comes just two weeks after a significant law enforcement operation in which five foreign nationals illegally in the U.S. were arrested for their involvement in a SNAP skimming scam. At the time of their arrest, authorities found the individuals in possession of 161 stolen SNAP EBT cards. The scam is a clear example of how illegal aliens may exploit U.S. resources at the expense of taxpayers, making the need for this legislation even more urgent.

""The Deporting Fraudsters Act is a common-sense bill. Anyone illegally in the U.S. who steals taxpayer dollars through fraud has no place here. Shockingly, the list of crimes that make an alien deportable does not explicitly include defrauding the United States. It’s time to get serious about protecting our nation and closing any vulnerabilities” – said Representative Kennedy

“President Biden’s open border policies have put our communities at risk and made every state a border state. Now, under President Trump, it is time to bring back common sense, which is why I’m proud to lead the Deporting Fraudsters Act,” said Congressman Taylor. “If an illegal alien defrauds the United States or steals benefits from our country’s most vulnerable, it should be a no-brainer that they be removed from the United States. Law-abiding, hard-working Ohioans should not have their tax dollars stolen by illegal aliens who then walk free in our Nation.”

Background:

Currently, the U.S. immigration code does not explicitly list fraud against the United States as a reason for deportation. The Deporting Fraudsters Act seeks to address this gap, ensuring that individuals convicted of defrauding the U.S. are held accountable for their actions.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T00:15:27Z
https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1451,Rep. Maloy Introduces Resolution to Block Rule Prohibiting Off-Road Vehicles in Glen Canyon Recreation Area,2025-03-05,2025,2025-03,Republican,House,UT,Celeste Maloy,M001228,maloy.house.gov,maloy,https://maloy.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Congresswoman Celeste Maloy (UT-02) introduced a Congressional Review Act resolution to block a National Park Service rule that prohibits the use of ORVs and street-legal ATVs on 24 miles of park roads in Glen Canyon Recreation Area.

This rule prohibits the use of off-road vehicles and ATVs on a segment of the Poison Spring Loop and the upper portion of the Flint Trail. It went into effect on February 12th.

“This rule leaves locals with less open spaces to recreate on – in a National Recreation Area. I introduced this resolution to ensure Glen Canyon Recreation Area is managed for multiple uses, including recreation, as Congress directed,” said Rep. Maloy.

“With about 90% of our County locked up by the federal government, our eastern border containing the ever more restrictive NRA, our Arizona Strip neighbors to the south being engulfed by the new “Footprints“ Grand Canyon National Monument, and Bears Ears National Monument gobbling up another million acres to the northeast, we are more and more hard-pressed to find places to live, work, and recreate. And these further infringements upon access and use are anything but sustainable,” said Celeste Meyeres, Kane County Commissioner and member of the State Constitutional Defense Council.

“Congresswoman Maloy’s resolution to stop the NPS from restricting ATV and ORV access to 24 miles of roads is extremely helpful to our community. It is essential that recreational opportunities like these remain open. We offer our special thanks to Congresswoman Maloy for standing up for our rights to use our land and resources through a more balanced land management approach,” said Dennis Blackburn, Wayne County Commissioner.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T00:15:27Z
https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-blake-moore-introduces-legislation-to-bolster-wildlife-conservation-funding,Congressman Blake Moore Introduces Legislation to Bolster Wildlife Conservation Funding,2025-02-27,2025,2025-02,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON­– Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT) introduced the Sporting Goods Excise Tax Modernization Act to close a tax loophole that has created lost revenue for state-led wildlife conservation and outdoor recreation programs. By shifting the tax responsibility from consumers to U.S. online marketplaces, this bill will ensure that federal excise taxes on imported sportfishing and archery, which are critical funding sources for conservation programs equipment, are properly collected.

Congressman Moore introduced this legislation alongside Congressman Jimmy Panetta (D-CA), Congressman August Pfluger (R-TX), Congressman Mike Thompson (D-CA), Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. (R-NC), and Congressman Troy Carter (D-LA).

“Utah is home to a thriving outdoor recreation industry that supports thousands of jobs and provides unique opportunities for visitors to enjoy our natural wonders,” said Congressman Moore. “When purchasing outdoor equipment, sportsmen and women fund conservation programs that help states manage land and water resources. By closing a loophole that allows online retailers to avoid paying into conservation funds, the Sporting Goods Excise Tax Modernization Act will ensure that everyone pays their fair share, and future generations can enjoy recreation opportunities in Utah and across the nation.”

The Sporting Goods Excise Tax Modernization Act would:

Require U.S. online marketplaces to collect and remit federal excise taxes on imported archery and fishing equipment, treating them as the importer of record.

Ensure that funding for state-led wildlife conservation efforts is not lost due to tax loopholes.

Maintain fairness for domestic retailers, who already pay these taxes on sporting goods they sell.

Simplify the tax process for consumers, eliminating confusion and ensuring that conservation programs receive the full funding they deserve.

For decades, the Pittman-Robertson Wildlife Restoration Act and the Dingell-Johnson Sport Fish Restoration Act have provided states and territories with essential funding for wildlife restoration, conservation, hunter education programs, and boating access. These programs, funded in part through excise taxes on sportfishing and archery equipment, have delivered more than $1.3 billion in FY2025 to support conservation efforts across the country.

However, a loophole in current tax policy allows some online purchases of imported sporting goods to bypass these excise taxes when purchased directly from foreign sellers, leading to a shortfall of tens of millions in conservation funds. Many consumers are unaware that they may be responsible for these taxes, and even those who are aware often struggle to navigate IRS guidelines on calculating and paying them. A recent Government Accountability Office (GAO) report recommended that Congress address this issue by ensuring that U.S. online marketplaces, rather than consumers, are responsible for collecting and remitting these excise taxes.

“Outdated tax policies have created an unfair loophole that shortchanges conservation efforts,” said Congressman Panetta. “By modernizing the tax system and requiring U.S. online marketplaces to collect these taxes at the point of sale, we can ensure that conservation funding remains robust and that all sellers operate on a level playing field. This commonsense legislation is essential to strengthening environmental stewardship and outdoor recreation programs across the country.”

“As a proud Texan, I am committed to safeguarding our wildlife and supporting conservation efforts that benefit all Americans,” said Congressman Pfluger. “Unfortunately, outdated tax policies have allowed a harmful loophole to persist, undercutting vital revenue from conservation programs that rely on excise tax funding. This bipartisan, commonsense legislation will close that loophole by holding U.S. online marketplaces accountable for properly collecting excise taxes on foreign manufacturers. This bill will also ensure that domestic sporting goods manufacturers compete on a level playing field, preventing them from being undercut by foreign producers.”

“Excise taxes on sportfishing and archery equipment are a major source of funding to programs that support important conservation efforts,” said Congressman Thompson. “By closing an existing loophole and ensuring that online retailers collect these taxes, we can ensure future generations’ enjoyment of the outdoors. I am proud to work with my colleagues to advance this sensible legislation.""

“Eastern North Carolina is blessed with immense beauty and wildlife and welcomes folks from all over to enjoy the outdoors,” said Congressman Murphy, M.D. “We must ensure foreign sellers are not avoiding paying the excise tax on sporting goods equipment, so future generations can continue to enjoy all the wonderful outdoor opportunities that are funded by the sporting goods excise tax. I am proud to support Congressman Panetta's Sporting Goods Excise Tax Modernization Act to close an existing loophole abused by foreign sellers.”

“This bill is a commonsense, bipartisan solution to close a loophole that is depriving our nation's fish and wildlife conservation programs of critical funding,” said Congressman Carter. “By ensuring that U.S. online marketplaces are responsible for collecting excise taxes on imported archery and fishing equipment, we are leveling the playing field for American businesses and strengthening the Pittman-Robertson and Dingell-Johnson programs that have supported conservation for decades. This bill is about fairness, responsible stewardship, and preserving our outdoor heritage for future generations.”

The Sporting Goods Excise Tax Modernization Act has been endorsed by over 50 sporting and conservation organizations, including the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation, American Sportfishing Association, Trout Unlimited, National Wildlife Federation, Archery Trade Association, Backcountry Hunters and Anglers, Archery Only Inc., International Game Fish Association, Bass Anglers Sportsman Society, Pope and Young Club, and Boone and Crockett Club. Additionally, state agencies such as the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies, the Midwest Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies, the Northeast Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies, the Southeastern Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies, the Western Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies, California Department of Fish and Wildlife, Utah Department of Natural Resources, and a Division of Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries have expressed their support.

The full coalition of supporting organizations can be found here.

“We thank Representatives Moore and Panetta for their leadership to restore the integrity of our nation’s conservation investments,” said Riley Peck, Director of the Division of Wildlife Resources for the Utah Department of Natural Resources. “In Utah, we are fortunate to have almost 200 Wildlife Management Areas across more than 500,000 acres that our agency is entrusted to manage. Keeping those habitats healthy, accessible, and full of abundant fish and wildlife requires us to make every dollar count.”

“Protecting the integrity of the American System of Conservation is vital to the abundant fish and wildlife resources we enjoy here in the U.S.,” said Jeff Crane, Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) President and CEO. “This successful partnership between manufacturers, sportsmen and women, and state and federal agencies is a conservation funding model unique to the rest of the world and one CSF has worked to protect since we were founded. We appreciate Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus Co-Chair Representative Jimmy Panetta and CSC Member Representative Blake Moore for their leadership in addressing the erosion of conservation funding by some foreign companies.”

“The Archery Trade Association represents hundreds of US based manufacturers, many of whom have been subject to an unfair loophole that legally allows foreign manufacturers selling through internet facilitators to avoid paying Federal Excise Tax (FET) on applicable archery products,” said Jeffrey Poole, President & CEO, Archery Trade Association. “The resulting pricing advantage for these non-US based companies has left US manufacturers unable to fairly compete, while the loss of FET dollars on these sales has been negatively impacting the critical funding source that supports facilities and opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. This much needed legislation to close this loophole will immediately level the playing field for US manufacturers and increase the amount of FET dollars going into conservation funding.”

“For nearly 75 years, the sportfishing industry has been proud to support the American System of Conservation Funding through the excise tax on fishing equipment,” said Glenn Hughes, President of the American Sportfishing Association. “This system is the backbone of fish and wildlife conservation in the U.S., supporting conservation and fishing access envied the world over. We are grateful to Reps. Panetta and Moore for leading this important effort to capture excise tax revenue currently being lost through certain online sales of foreign-manufactured products. Their legislation will protect U.S. businesses from unfair competition, and provide additional funding to conserve our fisheries resources for the benefit of the nation’s 57.7 million anglers.”

“Federal excise taxes on sportfishing and archery equipment have long been an essential source of revenue for state-led wildlife conservation efforts,” said David Willms, Associate Vice President of Public Lands at the National Wildlife Federation. “We can protect and grow this funding by ensuring that all companies in these industries contribute to wildlife conservation by closing this loophole that allows overseas companies to skirt these taxes. Congress should take action on this bill as swiftly as possible.”

“Since 1950, the Dingell-Johnson Sport Fish Restoration Act has been a long-standing pillar of state and federal partnership to support habitat restoration and sport fisheries,” said Lindsay Slater, Trout Unlimited Vice President for Government Affairs. “We are grateful for the bipartisan efforts to shore up revenue generation for this vital program and ensure that it continues to fund fisheries conservation efforts long into the future.”

“Conservation funding is critical to ensuring sustainable outdoor recreation,” said Jason Schratwieser, President of the International Game Fish Association. “This legislation aims to eliminate excise tax “slippage” being used by foreign fishing and archery manufacturers to ensure those tax funds are properly allocated to conservation efforts.”

“The National Deer Association is proud to support this legislative effort and our partners in the archery and fishing industries to put an end to damaging federal excise tax slippage,” said Nick Pinizzotto, President & CEO, National Deer Association. “Not only are local dealers forced to compete in an unfair business environment, but millions of dollars are also being lost each month that should be going to support important wildlife conservation efforts across the country.”

“Our ability as a nation to implement our conservation priorities is dependent on funding and the excise tax paid by those that hunt or shoot recreationally is our primary source of conservation funds,” said Dr. Stephen Leath, Executive Director, Council to Advance Hunting the Shooting Sports. “To save wild places and wild things we must have all those that are expected to participate contribute their fair share of the excise tax.”

“Representing the nation’s largest angler organization, we wholeheartedly support efforts to improve the excise tax programs to provide all the funding possible to the agencies doing the work that is so important to conserving the resources on which our sport depends,” said Gene Gilliland, B.A.S.S. Conservation Director.

“We at Archery Only Inc. are extremely pleased that Representatives Panetta and Moore are leading Congressional efforts to eliminate a critically important loophole in the collection of Federal Excise Taxes (FET) on Imports of Fishing and Archery Sales made directly to the US consumer,” said Wayne and Lee Piersol, Archery Only Inc. “You have our complete gratitude and FULL support for tackling this long standing problem in our industry.”

“We at TenPoint applaud the decisiveness and quick response by Representatives Moore and Panetta on this critically important Federal Excise Tax issue within the archery & sportfishing industries,” said Keith Arnold, Vice President of Sales, TenPoint & Wicked Ridge Crossbow. “The proposed legislation will ensure tax equality for manufacturers while leveling the playing field for retailers within these categories.”

“The American System of Conservation Funding has long been supported through excise taxes on equipment used by hunters and anglers,” said Patrick Berry, President and CEO of Backcountry Hunters & Anglers. “The result has been remarkable success in the conservation, restoration, and management of fish and wildlife habitat. We thank Reps. Jimmy Panetta and Blake Moore for their leadership on bipartisan legislation that would close a loophole for overseas manufacturers to ensure that revenue is properly captured for state fish and wildlife agencies.”

“The current loophole that allows foreign manufacturers to legally avoid paying Federal Excise Tax (FET) on applicable archery and fishing sales utilizing third-party resellers is devastating to US manufactures, as well as the outdoor projects that rely on FET dollars for funding,” said Aaron Lucky, President of Easton Technical Products, Inc. “The FET dollars generated by the archery and fishing industries are critical to protecting habitat and providing outdoor enthusiasts with places and facilities to enjoy. I greatly appreciate Congressman Moore and Panetta being willingness to champion sensible legislation to create a level playing field for competition and preserve this vital funding source for our outdoor spaces.”

“Pope and Young Club would like to thank Rep. Panetta and Rep. Moore for bringing this bill to close the loophole in our federal conservation funding program forward,” said Justin Spring, Executive Director, Pope and Young Club. “Our conservation legacy in this country has been funded by its sportsmen and sportswomen, citizens, and outdoor industry manufacturers. This legislation preventing foreign manufactures from bypassing this necessary FET shows a continued support for our model of wildlife conservation funding which is a leading issue for our organization.”

“The longstanding partnership between the archery, sportfishing, and firearms industries and the wildlife conservation community is by far America's largest contributor to wildlife habitat and public access,” said Rich Wissink, Vice President of Conservation Programs at Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever. “Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever thank Representatives Panetta and Moore for introducing this critical legislation that will ensure the American System of Conservation Funding is not undermined or exploited by foreign manufacturers.”

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https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-blake-moore-introduces-legislation-protecting-american-energy-production,Congressman Blake Moore Introduces Legislation Protecting American Energy Production,2025-02-26,2025,2025-02,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT) introduced the Protecting Domestic Mining Act of 2025 to strengthen American mining and restore domestic energy independence. He introduced this legislation alongside Congressman Jefferson Shreve (R-IN).

In 2023, the Biden Administration proposed a rule limiting the minerals eligible for expedited permitting in the United States. The Protecting Domestic Mining Act of 2025 blocks the Biden Administration's proposed rule and streamlines the permitting process for critical minerals like copper and iron. This legislation ensures vital mining and mineral refining can swiftly and successfully be produced in the United States by American workers.

“The U.S. domestic mining industry is critical to our national security and energy dominance,” said Congressman Moore. “In Utah alone, mining supports over 43,000 jobs and contributes over $5.2 billion to our state GDP annually. As our mineral demand continues to grow, our permitting process must keep pace. I’m proud to work with Congressman Shreve to introduce the Protecting Domestic Mining Act of 2025 to ensure mining projects qualify for FAST-41 status.”

“The Biden Administration's proposed rule undermines the American mining industry and diverts essential mineral production to China,” said Congressman Shreve. “My bill pushes back to protect American energy and eliminate reliance on our adversaries. It ensures critical mining projects can quickly receive the necessary permits and establish our nation as a prominent leader in energy production.""

""Mineral production in America is among the cleanest and safest in the world, and we're taking steps in Congress to more efficiently mine here at home instead of importing foreign minerals from our adversaries,” said Chairman of the House Committee on Natural Resources Congressman Westerman. “I thank Congressman Shreve for his important work on this legislation to help streamline the permitting process and eliminate China’s chokehold on our mineral supply chain.”

“As China continues its campaign of mineral extortion against the United States and our allies, the Protecting Domestic Mining Act of 2025 will help to improve the timeliness, predictability and transparency of the federal environmental review and authorization process for covered infrastructure projects, including mining,” said Richard Russell, Senior Vice President of Government and Political Affairs at the National Mining Association “We applaud Representatives Jefferson Shreve (R-Ind.) and Blake Moore (R-Utah) for their leadership on this important issue and commitment to ensuring that efforts to improve the permitting process are not siloed.""

Background:

Title 41 of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (FAST-41) establishes protocols and provides funding for infrastructure projects overseen by the federal government.

In 2021, mining was added as a sector under FAST-41, and projects could then work through one of the 18 possible criteria to be expedited. These projects range from renewable and conventional energy production to semiconductors and AI.

The Biden Administration's proposed rule blocks certain minerals from qualifying under FAST-41.

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https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-kennedy-and-rep-stevens-introduce-bill-protect-us-research-china,Rep. Kennedy and Rep. Stevens Introduce Bill to Protect U.S. Research from China,2025-02-19,2025,2025-02,Republican,House,UT,Mike Kennedy,K000403,mikekennedy.house.gov,mikekennedy,https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. (February 14, 2025)—Representative Mike Kennedy (R-UT-03) and Representative Haley Stevens (D-MI) introduced the United States Research Protection Act, a vital legislative measure aimed at strengthening the security and integrity of America’s innovation enterprise. The bill amends a key provision of the 2022 CHIPS and Science Act focused on strengthening our research security. This legislation removes ambiguity in what qualifies as a malign foreign talent program and ensures there are no loopholes in its language that could inadvertently allow adversarial nations to exploit American research and technology for their own benefit.

“By closing these critical loopholes, the United States Research Protection Act ensures that our technological advancements remain secure and safeguarded from foreign exploitation. It also reaffirms a commitment to protecting American taxpayers by ensuring that their investments in research and development are not used to subsidize the capabilities of our strategic competitors, such as the Chinese Communist Party (CCP),” said Representative Kennedy

“To maintain our leadership in science and technology, we must strengthen federal research agencies and universities’ ability to identify foreign threats and protect our institutions from malign actors and governments. The United States Research Protection Act removes any confusion and draws a clear line in the sand on what constitutes a malign foreign talent program. This legislation safeguards American research and prevents U.S. tax dollars from reaching adversaries like the CCP—I hope to see it signed into law soon,” – said Chairman Brian Babin",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T23:42:11Z
https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases/representative-kennedy-and-senator-scott-introduce-lets-get-work-act,Representative Kennedy and Senator Scott Introduce the Let’s Get to Work Act,2025-02-12,2025,2025-02,Republican,House,UT,Mike Kennedy,K000403,mikekennedy.house.gov,mikekennedy,https://mikekennedy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representative Mike Kennedy (R-Utah-03) and Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) have introduced the Let’s Get to Work Act, a bold initiative aimed at encouraging all individuals capable of working to do so, ultimately fostering a stronger economy for our nation. The bill seeks to expand work requirements within the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and HUD housing programs, including applying SNAP work requirements to all able-bodied adults under the age of 60, as well as those with children over the age of 6.

""Growing up receiving government assistance and working since I was 12, I know firsthand that the key to making government support truly effective is pairing it with work. By expanding work requirements in programs like SNAP and HUD housing, we’re ensuring that all capable individuals contribute to their own success and to the future of this country. These reforms will help Americans get back to work, reduce dependency on welfare, and increase their income. It’s time to reduce Washington’s interference, empower able-bodied Americans to reenter the workforce, and unlock the full potential of our great nation,"" said Representative Mike Kennedy

""Americans want to work, have financial independence and provide good lives for their families – it’s the foundation of the American Dream. For years, Democrats and the far-left have waged a war on work with a massive expansion of the welfare state, encouraging able-bodied Americans to rely on the government instead of getting back into the workforce. As President Donald Trump gets our nation’s economy back on track, we must have as many Americans as possible participating in our workforce. Our bill, the Let’s Get to Work Act, will ensure Americans relying on government benefits like SNAP or housing subsidies who are capable of working are doing so. This change will drive our nation’s economic success and leave the failed economic policies of Joe Biden behind, getting us one step closer to Making America Great Again,” said Senator Rick Scott

“Work enabled our forefathers to turn a wilderness into a nation, drove our westward expansion to the Pacific Ocean, and empowered us to put a man on the moon. Historically, our nation has valued work as a source of dignity and opportunity. It is time we stop treating it as a burden. For able-bodied adults receiving taxpayer benefits, engaging in meaningful employment is not just beneficial but essential. The Let’s Get to Work Act applies more robust work requirements for SNAP to ensure that assistance remains a temporary safety net, not a source of long-term dependency. Let’s get back to commonsense policies that promote our American values of initiative and personal responsibility,” said Representative Josh Brecheen

Key Points

It ends the current suspension of SNAP’s work requirements for able-bodied adults without dependents (ABAWDs).

It expands the existing SNAP work requirements to able-bodied adults aged 50-59 and to parents of children over six years old.

It eliminates the “no-good-cause exemptions” from the food stamp ABAWD work requirement that allows states to circumvent these work requirements.

Establishes work requirements for public housing by applying these same work requirements (above) to HUD Public Housing and Tenant-Based Rental Assistance (voucher) programs.

Exempts all parents with children under the age of six and persons who care for incapacitated individuals (as per current law) and non-working spouses caring for dependents if the other spouse fulfills the work requirement.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T23:42:11Z
https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-blake-moore-and-utah-delegation-introduce-bill-to-support-wildfire-prevention,Congressman Blake Moore and Utah Delegation Introduce Bill to Support Wildfire Prevention,2025-02-11,2025,2025-02,Republican,House,UT,Blake D. Moore,M001213,blakemoore.house.gov,blakemoore,https://blakemoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON­– Congressman Blake Moore (UT-01), Congressman Mike Kennedy (UT-03), Congressman Burgess Owens (UT-04), and Congresswoman Celeste Maloy (UT-02) joined Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Chairman Mike Lee (UT) and Senator John Curtis (UT) in introducing the Utah Wildfire Research Institute Act.

This bill establishes a federal wildfire research institute at Utah State University to study wildfire ecology and develop innovative solutions to reduce wildfire risks. The institute will collaborate with local, state, and federal partners to improve forest and rangeland management and implement strategies for long-term ecological restoration.

“This bill will establish a wildfire research institute in the First District where experts and officials can come together and create innovative solutions to keep our forests and communities safe,” said Congressman Moore. “As the west continues to struggle with devastating wildfires, this effort will help ensure that Utah has resources to research and collaborate on wildfire mitigation, forest management, and watershed projects.”

""Robust forest management strategies are essential to protecting Utah’s millions of acres of forests from catastrophic wildfires,” said Chairman Lee. “The Utah Wildfire Research Institute Act will significantly enhance our state's wildfire preparedness by bolstering the tools and resources available to proactively manage and protect our forests and communities.”

“Wildfires have increasingly devastated Utah communities, threatened homes, and scarred our cherished lands,” said Senator Curtis. “The Utah Wildfire Research Institute Act ensures Utah has the cutting-edge research and proactive solutions it needs to better prevent and mitigate fires—protecting our families, forests, and way of life.”

“I am proud to be the House sponsor of this bill. The Utah Wildfire Research Institute Act of 2025 will drive critical research to develop and sustain fire-resilient forests, safeguarding our communities,” said Congressman Kennedy. “By implementing proven best practices, we anticipate reducing the strain on our firefighters and emergency services, who tirelessly protect both Utah's forests and its residents.”

""Utah has long been at the forefront of responsible resource management, and it’s time for our state to be included in efforts to prevent wildfires and protect our forests,” said Congressman Owens. “By establishing the Utah Wildfire Research Institute, we’ll harness local expertise, collaborate with national partners, and strengthen our ability to tackle one of the most pressing issues facing the West.”

""Utah responsibly manages its forest land in collaboration with partners at the local and federal levels to prevent and limit the spread of wildfires,” said Congresswoman Maloy. “This legislation will provide the state with additional resources to build off its existing efforts and increase resiliency. I'm proud to cosponsor this legislation alongside my colleagues in the Utah delegation.”

Background:

This bill amends the Southwest Forest Health and Wildfire Prevention Act of 2004 to include Utah as a fourth location for the Southwest Ecological Restoration Institutes alongside Arizona, New Mexico, and Colorado.

It creates an institute at a Utah State University to research and collaborate with partners on projects promoting healthy forests, wildfire prevention, and resilient water supplies.

It directs the Chief of the Forest Service and the Secretary of the Interior to designate a university in Utah to host the institute.

This legislation requires Utah State University to receive a share of the annually appropriated sums for the program under the Southwest Forest Health and Wildfire Prevention Act.

The text of this bill can be found here.

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