Sen. Mike Lee (R-Utah)
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Recent News About Sen. Mike Lee (R-Utah)
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Lee Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Accelerate Adoption of Geothermal Energy
Senator Mike Lee, alongside Senators Martin Heinrich, James Risch, and Catherine Cortez Masto, introduced the Geothermal Energy Optimization (GEO) Act in an effort to accelerate the adoption of geothermal energy nationwide. The bill aims to streamline the permitting process and make geothermal energy a more feasible option for supplying baseload power across the United States.Lee expressed the importance of the bill, stating, “By introducing this bill, we aim to break down the bureaucratic barriers that have stifled innovation and investment in geothermal technology for...
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Sens. Lee and Cruz Lead Senate Republicans in Challenging FCC’s Unlawful ‘Digital Equity’ Rules
Sens. Mike Lee and Ted Cruz have taken a stand against the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) "Digital Discrimination" order, with a joint resolution of disapproval to nullify the controversial rule. According to Sen. Lee, the FCC's rule is an overreach that threatens to stifle innovation and entangle the internet in red tape. Sen. Cruz criticized the Biden administration for pushing forward with the rule despite acknowledging there is "little to no evidence" of discrimination by broadband companies. He described the FCC's equity plan as an Orwellian power grab by...
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LEE, DURBIN INTRODUCE BIPARTISAN SAFE ACT TO REFORM FISA SECTION 702
Senators Mike Lee and Dick Durbin have introduced the bipartisan Security and Freedom Enhancement (SAFE) Act, a bill aimed at protecting Americans from foreign threats and warrantless government surveillance. The legislation seeks to strike a balance between national security and individual privacy rights.Senator Lee expressed his concerns about the abuses under FISA, stating, "The documented abuses under FISA should provoke outrage from anyone who values the Fourth Amendment Rights of American citizens." He emphasized the importance of upholding the Fourth Amendment and...
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LEE, DURBIN INTRODUCE BIPARTISAN INSPECTOR GENERAL ACCESS ACT
Sens. Mike Lee and Dick Durbin have introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at expanding the jurisdiction of the Department of Justice’s Office of the Inspector General to include alleged misconduct by DOJ attorneys. Senator Lee expressed his thoughts on the matter, stating, "The current IG oversight exemption for DOJ attorneys is nonsensical and undermines accountability in our justice system." He further added, "Our simple bill changes that, ensuring DOJ attorneys are no longer off-limits for IG investigations. I'm proud to partner with Senator Durbin on this common-sense...
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Sen. Mike Lee Leads Call to End Pause on Gun Export Licenses
Sen. Mike Lee (R-UT) has called on the Biden Administration to end the pause on issuing new export licenses for American firearms manufacturers by the Department of Commerce. The pause, initiated on October 27, 2023, was intended to enhance national security interests but has caused financial harm without clear security benefits. Despite expectations that the pause would last around 90 days, it remains in effect, with no indication of when it will be lifted.In a joint effort, Sen. Lee was joined by several other senators in urging the Commerce Department to take action....
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Lee Leads Call for Senate Trial on Mayorkas Impeachment
Sen. Mike Lee (R-UT) has led his colleagues calling for a Senate trial for Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. In a statement, Lee emphasized the Senate's constitutional responsibility to conduct a thorough trial following the House's impeachment articles. "The Senate failed miserably to ensure our southern border was secured before sending Ukraine billions in American tax dollars," Lee stated. "We cannot fail to uphold our constitutional duty and conduct an impeachment trial for Secretary Mayorkas, who has ignored his duty to protect our country."...
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Sen. Mike Lee Demands Senate Trial for Impeached DHS Secretary Mayorkas
Sen. Mike Lee (R-UT) has demanded a Senate trial for Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, following the U.S. House of Representatives' vote to impeach him. In a statement, Sen. Lee expressed his concern over the Senate's failure to secure the southern border and criticized the allocation of billions of American tax dollars to Ukraine before addressing the border issue."The Senate failed miserably to ensure our southern border was secured before sending Ukraine billions in American tax dollars," Sen. Lee stated. He emphasized the importance of...
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Senator Lee, Senator Vance, Elon Musk, and David Sacks Discuss Ukraine Funding on X Spaces
In a highly anticipated event, Senator Mike Lee (R-UT), Senator JD Vance (R-OH), Elon Musk, and David Sacks will be participating in a X Spaces conversation today at 6:00 PM ET. The focus of the discussion will be U.S. funding for the war in Ukraine. This event provides a platform for these influential figures to share their perspectives on an issue of global importance.The X Spaces conversation on Ukraine funding will feature Senator Mike Lee, who has been a vocal advocate for a careful and strategic approach to foreign aid. He believes that the United States should...
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Senators Express Concerns Over FDA Chief Scientist's Potential Promotion
WASHINGTON - Senator Mike Lee (R-UT), along with Senators Eric Schmitt (R-MO) and Mike Braun (R-IN), have raised concerns to FDA Commissioner Robert Califf regarding the potential promotion of Dr. Namandje Bumpus, the agency's Chief Scientist. The senators have urged Commissioner Califf to assess the implications of Dr. Bumpus's promotion to Principal Deputy Commissioner on the FDA's recruitment and advancement procedures. Senator Mike Lee emphasized the importance of ensuring that Dr. Bumpus's perspective aligns with the FDA's core mission of safeguarding public health....
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Utah Congressional Delegation Announces Passport Fairs in Coordination with State Department
Utah Congressional Delegation Announces Passport Fairs in Coordination with State DepartmentUtahns in need of passport services can now rejoice as the Utah Congressional Delegation, in coordination with the Department of State, has announced five "Passport Fairs" throughout the state. This initiative aims to provide Utahns with the convenience of obtaining expedited passport services closer to home. The events will take place from February 13 to 17, and registration for appointments is now open."Utah is rapidly expanding as a center for global commerce and tourism, is...
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Senator Lee Reveals Flaws in Proposed Border Deal
Senator Lee has released a list of what he refers to as the "Dirty Dozen" disasters in the so-called "Border Deal" proposed by the government. According to the Senator, the deal will not effectively secure the border and may even worsen the existing border crisis.One of the major concerns raised by Senator Lee is that the proposed deal codifies catch and release policies. Under this provision, the Secretary of Homeland Security would have unchecked authority to release aliens into the United States under ineffective "alternatives to detention." This means that individuals...
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Senator Lee Introduces PROTECT Act to Address Online Child Sexual Exploitation
WASHINGTON - Senator Mike Lee has announced the introduction of the Preventing Rampant Online Technological Exploitation and Criminal Trafficking (PROTECT) Act, a legislation aimed at addressing the pressing issue of online sexual exploitation. The bill imposes stringent requirements on internet service providers and aims to create a safer online environment.The PROTECT Act compels websites to verify the age of all participants in pornographic images and those uploading such content. It also requires sites to obtain verified consent forms from individuals uploading...
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Lee Aims to End Antiquated Jones Act
Senator Mike Lee has introduced two bills, the Open America’s Waters Act and the Protecting Access to American Products Act, to address the challenges posed by the Jones Act. The Jones Act, enacted in 1920, imposes stringent requirements on vessels engaged in domestic maritime trade, leading to significant costs and unintended consequences."The Open America’s Waters Act seeks to repeal the cabotage requirements of the Jones Act, allowing all vessels that meet U.S. legal standards to engage in domestic trade between U.S. ports," said Senator Lee. This legislation aims to...
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Senator Lee Introduces Four Bills to Protect the Unborn
Sen. Mike Lee (R-UT) has introduced four critical pieces of legislation aimed at protecting the unborn. The bills include the Abortion is not Health Care Act, the Protecting Life in Health Savings Accounts Act, the Protecting Life in Foreign Assistance Act, and the Guaranteeing the Unborn Access to Respect and Dignity (GUARD) Act.The Abortion is not Health Care Act would end the tax deductibility of abortions and clarify that abortion is not considered health care. Sen. Lee explains, "Our laws and use of taxpayer money should reflect the truth that each human life, born...
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Sen. Mike Lee Introduces Bills to Revitalize American Ports
Washington - Senator Mike Lee, a Republican from Utah, has introduced a suite of legislative measures aimed at revitalizing and modernizing the United States' port infrastructure. These four bills seek to address long-standing issues in the port sector and enhance the competitiveness of American maritime logistics.One of the bills, the Dredging to Ensure the Empowerment of Ports (DEEP) Act, proposes a new Nationwide Permit for dredging projects, repealing the outdated Foreign Dredge Act of 1906. The DEEP Act aims to reduce dredge backlog and provide project managers with...