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Utahns have a one-of-a-kind spirit of service.
Today I took a tour of the Utah Community Action Central Kitchen to hear how this hardworking team provides 4,500+ meals a day to children at 40 locations across Salt Lake Valley. We’re grateful for all that you do for our kids!
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During today’s Naturalization Ceremony at This is the Place Heritage Park, I had the privilege of welcoming 77 new American citizens from over 33 countries.
Congratulations to our newest citizens for blazing the trail for future generations.
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Telehealth is essential - especially for our rural communities.
I'm a proud co-sponsor of the Expanded Telehealth Access Act to remove barriers for patients and providers while delivering accessible, timely, and reliable telehealth services to Utahns.
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Utah is the place to do business.
Congratulations to Logan, Millcreek, and Lehi for leading the nation in small business success! Utah's 300,000+ small businesses create jobs, drive opportunity, and keep our economy strong.
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America is the greatest country on earth. Wishing all Utahns a happy and safe Independence Day!
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For far too long, nondisclosure agreements have silenced the voices of victims while protecting abusers. Proud to help introduce the Speak Out Act to ensure that all survivors of workplace harassment and discrimination can have their voices heard.
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I enjoyed welcoming Reagan Swensen, the 2022 #UT04 Congressional Art Contest winner and a senior at Westlake High School, and her family to Washington, D.C. last week.
Her work, titled "Mirror," will hang in the halls of Congress for the next year. Congratulations, Reagan!
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Today’s students are tomorrow’s workforce.
In 2018-2019, graduation rates for university & college mining and geological programs declined by over 21%. My new bill aims to reverse this trend by investing in resources, technology, and grant opportunities.
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Today's K-12 subcommittee hearing focused on increasing transparency and accountability within the to ensure a quality education for EVERY student in America.
WATCH my full remarks:
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For the second straight year, Utah has been named the most independent state in the entire country.
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During #NationalCancerSurvivorMonth, we honor the 16.9 million survivors in the U.S. & celebrate life-saving innovations in prevention, detection, and treatment.
As a survivor myself, I know how life-altering this disease can be. Together, we can raise awareness and find a cure.
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Great to join , , and so many friends from across the state at last night's Riverton Town Days Rodeo - one of my favorite Utah traditions!
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Today's reversal of Roe v. Wade is 50 years overdue. The power once again resides in the states and belongs to the people. This is a win for life.
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In 1972, #TitleIX was signed into law, creating a safe and fair environment for America's female athletes to compete. 50 years later, the integrity of women's sports and equal opportunity is under attack.
Thanks to and for hosting today's roundtable.
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Radical activists are trying to erase women’s sports and attack American values like fair competition as unimportant. Female athletes who speak out are bullied by their peers and in the media. Now, more than ever, we must protect Title IX.
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Enacted in 1972, Title IX broke down barriers for women in sports, academics, and the workplace.
I can't wait to see what our future female leaders will achieve next.
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Summer is the hungriest time of year for over 11 million children in America facing food insecurity. Proud to support the Keep Kids Fed Act to extend programs that provide affordable and accessible meals to students across the country.
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America’s miners and geological engineers are essential to rebuilding our economy and declaring domestic energy independence.
Proud to introduce the Mining Schools Act with to address industry challenges and increase student enrollment.
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Black Americans - both on and off the field - gave their blood, sweat, and tears to break down the walls of racism, yet the NFL allowed race-norming to go unchecked until LAST YEAR.
WATCH my full remarks from today's hearing with Commissioner Goodell.
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2021 was the deadliest year for law enforcement officers in history.
The Thin Blue Line Act ensures that anyone who murders or targets a federal, state, or local police officer faces the strongest possible consequences under the law.
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#Juneteenth is a celebration of the heroes who overcame unspeakable injustice to unlock the American Dream for millions of Black Americans. Today, we reflect on their rich legacies, our nation's remarkable progress, and the never-ending pursuit of a more perfect union.
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OPINION: America's crisis is a lack of fathers
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More than half of Americans are dipping into their savings, borrowing money or going into debt just to cover their expenses.
President Biden needs to address the crisis his disastrous economic policies created.
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Race, income, and zip code should never be a barrier to high-quality education.
I am proud to help introduce the Education Choice for Children Act to expand education freedom and help every student reach their God-given potential.
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Yesterday, I announced 24 NEW co-sponsors to the Securing Our Students Act, legislation to redirect unused COVID funding to help America’s schools implement evidence-driven safety measures that protect our children and foster safe learning environments.
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Human trafficking denies freedom to an estimated 25 million people worldwide.
Proud to support the Human Trafficking Prevention Act of 2022, requiring all U.S. airplanes, airports, trains, train stations, busses, and bus stations to post the National Human Trafficking Hotline.
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America's teachers make it possible for our kids to receive the life-changing gift of education.
I enjoyed meeting with members of the Utah PTA in Washington today to discuss joint efforts to meet the academic, social, emotional, and safety needs of our students.
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We need to produce more oil in the United States.
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There is no greater joy than being a father.
and I are proud to introduce a resolution promoting the foundational role of fatherhood and highlighting the need for family-first policies that strengthen children, families, and communities.
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Today I voted YES on the Supreme Court Police Parity Act to extend essential security to Justices and their families. Protecting our Supreme Court Justices and their families from assassination attempts and violent threats should not be controversial.
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Utahns tell me they’re facing significant shortages of medical dye used for scans that detect cancer and other serious diseases. I joined 's letter to the FDA calling for immediate action to address this life or death issue.
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My bill - the Securing Our Students Act - would give states the ability to immediately re-allocate unspent COVID funding to address urgent school safety needs.
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For 245 years, the American flag has been a powerful symbol of freedom, liberty, and opportunity, representing the extraordinary sacrifices of our servicemembers and the values of our great nation. Happy #FlagDay!
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