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Lee introduces act for modernizing retrospective regulatory review

Senator Mike Lee has introduced the Modernizing Retrospective Regulatory Review Act in Congress, aiming to streamline the process of reviewing outdated regulations.

By SLC Times | Feb 20, 2025

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Lee introduces bill advocating U.S. withdrawal from United Nations

Senator Mike Lee from Utah has put forward a new piece of legislation, the Disengaging Entirely from the United Nations Debacle (DEFUND) Act.

By SLC Times | Feb 20, 2025

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Healthy SNAP Act aims to remove junk food purchases from federal assistance program

By SLC Times | Feb 13, 2025

Senator Mike Lee of Utah has introduced the Healthy SNAP Act, a bill aimed at modifying the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to exclude certain junk foods from being purchased with benefits.

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Bill introduced by Sen. Lee and Rep. Comer aims at fast-tracking Trump's reorganization plans

By SLC Times | Feb 13, 2025

Senator Mike Lee and Representative James Comer have introduced the Reorganizing Government Act of 2025, aiming to streamline federal operations by facilitating President Donald Trump's reorganization plans.

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Lee seeks repeal of 1974 act limiting presidential budgetary powers

By SLC Times | Feb 11, 2025

Senator Mike Lee of Utah has reintroduced legislation aimed at repealing the Impoundment Control Act (ICA) of 1974.

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Senator Lee introduces bill to defund PBS and NPR

By SLC Times | Feb 11, 2025

Senator Mike Lee from Utah has put forward the Defund Government Sponsored Propaganda Act, aiming to halt federal taxpayer funding for the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) and National Public Radio (NPR).

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Senator Mike Lee chairs Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Antitrust

By SLC Times | Feb 10, 2025

Senator Mike Lee has taken the role of Chairman of the U.S. Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Antitrust, Competition Policy, and Consumer Rights for the 119th Congress.

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Lee introduces bill protecting firearm manufacturers from state lawsuits

By SLC Times | Feb 10, 2025

Senator Mike Lee of Utah has introduced the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act Jurisdiction Act, aiming to safeguard American firearm manufacturers and sellers.

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Lee and Ogles introduce BOWSER Act targeting DC home rule

By SLC Times | Feb 6, 2025

Senator Mike Lee and Representative Andy Ogles have introduced the Bringing Oversight to Washington and Safety to Every Resident (BOWSER) Act in both the Senate and House.

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Senators introduce REINS Act to increase Congressional oversight on major regulations

By SLC Times | Feb 6, 2025

Senator Mike Lee of Utah has joined Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky in sponsoring the Regulations from the Executive In Need of Scrutiny (REINS) Act.

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Senator Lee pushes bill to permanently ban Central Bank Digital Currency

By SLC Times | Feb 6, 2025

Senator Mike Lee has reintroduced the No CBDC Act to prevent the Federal Reserve from implementing a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) in the United States.

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Utah senators propose legislation for Navy and Coast Guard readiness

By SLC Times | Feb 5, 2025

Senators Mike Lee and John Curtis from Utah have introduced two legislative proposals aimed at improving the readiness and capabilities of the United States Navy and Coast Guard.

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Senator Lee introduces resolution on Panama Canal's strategic importance

By SLC Times | Feb 4, 2025

Senator Mike Lee from Utah has introduced a resolution in the U.S. Senate that acknowledges the significance of the Panama Canal to American interests.

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Senator Lee introduces ACE Act promoting educational choices across states

By SLC Times | Jan 31, 2025

Senator Mike Lee of Utah has introduced the Achieving Choice in Education (ACE) Act, aimed at expanding educational options for American families.

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Legislators introduce SHUSH Act to simplify suppressor rules

By SLC Times | Jan 31, 2025

Senator Mike Lee of Utah and Congressman Michael Cloud from Texas have introduced the Silencers Helping Us Save Hearing (SHUSH) Act in both the Senate and House.

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Knife Owners Protection Act aims to safeguard travelers from varied state laws

By SLC Times | Jan 31, 2025

Senator Mike Lee from Utah has reintroduced the Knife Owners Protection Act (KOPA), a legislative proposal aimed at safeguarding traveling knife owners from varying state and local regulations.

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Senator Mike Lee introduces bills targeting abortion funding

By SLC Times | Jan 24, 2025

Senator Mike Lee of Utah has put forward three legislative proposals aimed at preventing the use of federal tax dollars to fund abortions both domestically and internationally.

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Utah senators introduce act protecting historic roadways amid BLM closures

By SLC Times | Jan 14, 2025

Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) has introduced the Historic Roadways Protection Act to preserve roads that hold historical significance in Utah.

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Senate passes Lee's bill aiding National Guard fund allocation

By SLC Times | Dec 19, 2024

Today, the Senate approved the Guarding Readiness Resources Act, a bipartisan initiative led by Senator Mike Lee from Utah.

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Federal court locations approved for Monticello and Moab

By SLC Times | Dec 19, 2024

Today, the Senate unanimously approved legislation introduced by Representative Celeste Maloy to establish federal court locations in Monticello and Moab, Utah.