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Lawmakers propose repeal of costly DC child care worker degree mandate

By SLC Times | Jul 10, 2024

Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) has introduced the Childcare Worker Opportunity Act, a bill aimed at addressing the escalating childcare crisis in the District of Columbia. The proposed legislation seeks to repeal a stringent 2016 regulation that mandates childcare workers to hold a college degree. This rule has significantly contributed to the shortage of childcare providers and increased costs for families. Representative Nancy Mace (R-SC) has introduced companion legislation in the House of Representatives.

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Senator Mike Lee introduces bills addressing NATO burden sharing ahead of summit

By SLC Times | Jul 9, 2024

As Washington hosts this year's NATO Summit, Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) is set to introduce a series of bills addressing the strategic direction of NATO and the long-standing imbalance in defense spending. The summit marks NATO's 75th anniversary, prompting reflection on the alliance's operational readiness and financial posture.

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SLC Times area weekly mass times

By SLC Times | Jul 6, 2024

The following parishes in the SLC Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Foreign national indicted on multiple drug charges after major seizure

By SLC Times | Jul 3, 2024

A federal grand jury has indicted a foreign national residing in Utah on drug charges following her arrest for allegedly distributing methamphetamine, heroin, cocaine, and fentanyl through a drug trafficking organization in the District of Utah.

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By SLC Times | Jun 29, 2024

The following parishes in the SLC Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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2023: How much was spent on women’s basketball teams from Salt Lake County?

By SLC Times | Jun 28, 2024

Women’s basketball teams from Salt Lake County received $5,331,859 during the 2023 season, up 18.4% from the previous year.

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2023 sees Salt Lake County investing $12,895,140 in men’s basketball teams

By SLC Times | Jun 28, 2024

Men’s basketball teams from Salt Lake County received $12,895,140 during the 2023 season, up 13.6% from the previous year.

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Foreign national charged with intent to sell narcotics including fentanyl

By SLC Times | Jun 28, 2024

An indictment was unsealed, and a foreign national living in Utah will remain in custody after being indicted by a federal grand jury in Salt Lake City this week. A U.S. Magistrate Judge ordered the defendant to remain in custody pending trial after he was allegedly attempting to sell fentanyl and heroin in the District of Utah.

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4 companies in cities within Salt Lake County received four inspections in Q1

By SLC Times | Jun 25, 2024

There were four companies in cities associated with Salt Lake County that received four FDA inspections in the first quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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By SLC Times | Jun 22, 2024

The following parishes in the SLC Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Salt Lake County's universities spent $40,457,816 on football teams in 2023

By SLC Times | Jun 21, 2024

Salt Lake County's three colleges spent $40,457,816 on their football teams in 2023, a 19.9% increase over the previous year.

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Senators call for Senate oversight on Biden's security guarantees to Ukraine

By SLC Times | Jun 20, 2024

Senators Mike Lee (R-UT) and Rand Paul (R-KY) introduced a resolution today calling for Senate oversight and consideration of the Biden administration's bilateral agreement to provide long-term security guarantees to Ukraine. Senator Lee argues that this agreement effectively serves as a backdoor into NATO membership for Ukraine, bypassing Congress and the Constitution by not following the treaty process and restricting future administrations from adjusting the United States' strategic posture toward Ukraine.

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Lee introduces bill countering FCC's AI ad disclosure rules

By SLC Times | Jun 18, 2024

Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) introduced the Ending FCC Meddling in Our Elections Act with Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) and Senators John Barrasso (R-WY) and Ted Budd (R-NC). The legislation responds to the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) recent decision to begin rulemaking that would require on-air disclosures for campaign ads created using artificial intelligence.

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SLC Times area weekly mass times

By SLC Times | Jun 15, 2024

The following parishes in the SLC Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Senator Mike Lee introduces act ensuring accessibility for disabled Americans

By SLC Times | Jun 13, 2024

Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) introduced the Outdoor Americans with Disabilities Act today, aiming to ensure that all Americans, regardless of physical ability, can access and enjoy the nation’s public lands.

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Two South Salt Lake residents admit to odometer fraud

By SLC Times | Jun 13, 2024

Salt Lake City, Utah – Porter R. Hamblin, 20, of South Salt Lake, Utah, pleaded guilty today to three counts of false odometer statements. Last week, Hamblin’s co-defendant, Austin Weilacher, 21, of South Salt Lake, also admitted to the same crimes that defrauded unsuspecting used car purchasers through odometer fraud.

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Senator Lee introduces bills to bolster U.S. Navy and Coast Guard capabilities

By SLC Times | Jun 12, 2024

Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) introduced two pieces of legislation aimed at enhancing the readiness and capabilities of the United States Navy and Coast Guard. The "Ensuring Naval Readiness Act" and the "Ensuring Coast Guard Readiness Act" are designed to modernize and expedite the construction and procurement processes for U.S. maritime forces by fostering increased collaboration with allied nations.

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Bipartisan bill seeks streamlined funding for National Guard readiness

By SLC Times | Jun 11, 2024

Senators Mike Lee (R-UT) and Joe Manchin (I-WV), joined by Senators Marco Rubio (R-FL), Ted Cruz (R-TX), Mike Crapo (R-ID), Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Steve Daines (R-MT), J.D. Vance (R-OH), and Jim Risch (R-ID), have introduced the Guarding Readiness Resources Act. This legislation aims to provide an exemption from the Miscellaneous Receipts Act for State Active Duty (SAD) reimbursement payments intended for the National Guard Bureau, thereby allowing these funds to be redirected back to the National Guard units that incurred the expenses.

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SLC Times area weekly mass times

By SLC Times | Jun 8, 2024

The following parishes in the SLC Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Senator Lee introduces bill aiming to abolish Federal Reserve

By SLC Times | Jun 6, 2024

WASHINGTON – Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) introduced the Federal Reserve Board Abolition Act on June 6, 2024. The legislation seeks to dissolve the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System and the Federal Reserve banks, as well as repeal the 1913 Federal Reserve Act that established the system. Representative Thomas Massie (R-KY) is leading the companion bill in the House of Representatives.