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Senator Mike Lee introduces bill opposing new BIS firearm export rules

By SLC Times | Jun 5, 2024

Sen. Mike Lee (R-UT) has introduced the STOP the BIS Rule Act, a legislative effort aimed at defending the rights of American gun shop owners and upholding the Second Amendment. The bill seeks to prohibit the use of federal funds to finalize, implement, or enforce an interim rule issued by the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), which restricts the sale of American-made firearms to international customers. Companion legislation has been introduced in the House of Representatives by Congressman Mark Green (R-TN).

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By SLC Times | Jun 3, 2024

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2022: 3.1% of Salt Lake County students played sports on collegiate teams

By SLC Times | May 30, 2024

Salt Lake County universities had 3.1% of its student body playing sports on collegiate teams in 2022.

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By SLC Times | May 30, 2024

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Lee introduces bill leveraging AI for efficient regulatory reviews

By SLC Times | May 23, 2024

Sen. Mike Lee (R-UT) introduced the Modernizing Retrospective Regulatory Review Act today, aimed at directing the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) to use technology to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of reviews on outdated and redundant regulations. The legislation is co-sponsored by Sen. Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) and Sen. Steve Daines (R-MT). Congressman Andy Biggs (R-AZ) is leading the companion bill in the House of Representatives.

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By SLC Times | May 18, 2024

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3.9% of citizens unemployed in Salt Lake County in 2021

By SLC Times | May 17, 2024

The unemployment rate in Salt Lake County hit 3.9% among residents aged 16 and 65 years old in 2021.

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By SLC Times | May 11, 2024

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Partnered Legislation Aims to Secure Federal Elections

By SLC Times | May 8, 2024

Sen. Mike Lee (R-UT), alongside Rep. Chip Roy (R-TX), introduced the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act. This crucial legislation seeks to ensure that only U.S. citizens participate in federal elections by requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration. The SAVE Act is cosponsored by Sens. Kevin Cramer (R-ND), Ted Cruz (R-TX), Tommy Tuberville (R-AL), Roger Marshall (R-KS), Ted Budd (R-NC), John Kennedy (R-LA), and Rick Scott (R-FL).

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By SLC Times | May 8, 2024

Senator Mike Lee, alongside Chip Roy and Speaker Johnson, will hold a press conference on the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, legislation led by Senator Lee in the Senate and Congressman Chip Roy in the House. It would require proof of American citizenship to register to vote in federal elections.

23 illegal aliens arrive at Salt Lake City airport during eight month span

By SLC Times | May 7, 2024

New data from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shows that 23 illegal aliens from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela entered the country through the Salt Lake City, Utah airport between January 2023 and August 2023 through the CHNV program.

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By SLC Times | May 4, 2024

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74 coaches at institutions in Salt Lake County earned $293,762 on average in 2022

By SLC Times | May 2, 2024

The average coaching salary at University of Utah, the only institution paying coaches during 2022 in Salt Lake County, was $497,015, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

Lee Introduces Bill Targeting Wealthy University Subsidies

By SLC Times | May 2, 2024

WASHINGTON – Sen. Mike Lee (R-UT) has introduced the No Subsidies for Wealthy Universities Act, a new bill aimed at addressing the misuse of taxpayer dollars in higher education. The legislation is designed to target institutions that engage in administrative bloat and promote ideological agendas under the guise of education.In response to recent incidents of violence and antisemitic rhetoric on college campuses, Sen. Lee's bill has gained support from Senators Roger Marshall (R-KS) and Josh Hawley (R-MO), with Congressman Ben Cline (R-VA) leading the companion effort in...