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Romney introduces legislation limiting US funding to UN
U.S. Senator Mitt Romney (R-UT), a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee (SFRC), along with Senator Jim Risch (R-ID), SFRC Ranking Member, and 23 other Senate colleagues, have introduced the No Official Palestine Entry (NOPE) Act. This legislation aims to update existing law to ensure that U.S. assistance does not benefit entities that grant additional rights and privileges to the Palestinian Liberation Organization (PLO).
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Senate approves bill to honor 'Dustoff Crews' with Congressional Gold Medal
The U.S. Senate has passed bipartisan legislation, cosponsored by Senator Mitt Romney (R-UT), to award the Congressional Gold Medal to a group of Vietnam War veterans known as "Dustoff Crews". The bill was spearheaded by Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and gained support from 68 other Senate colleagues. Representatives Derek Kilmer (D-WA) and Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) introduced companion legislation in the House.
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AUKUS Bill Introduced to Enhance Indo-Pacific Cooperation with Japan
U.S. Senators Mitt Romney (R-UT), Tim Kaine (D-VA), and Bill Hagerty (R-TN), members of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee (SFRC), and Jim Risch (R-ID), Ranking Member of SFRC, introduced the Coordinating AUKUS Engagement with Japan Act, bipartisan legislation aimed at increasing the United States’ cooperation with allies in order to combat the growing threat of China. The legislation would require Australia-United Kingdom-United States (AUKUS) coordinators at both the U.S. Departments of State and Defense to engage with the Japanese government and consult with...
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A Bipartisan Bill Proposes Federal Workers Return to In-Person Work
U.S. Senators Mitt Romney (R-UT) and Joe Manchin (D-WV) today introduced the Back to Work Act of 2024, bipartisan legislation to require employees of federal agencies to return to in-person work. According to the Government Accountability Office (GAO), in 2023, 17 of 24 federal agency headquarters were operating at an average capacity of 25% less. This legislation would limit telework to no more than 40% of days within an employee’s pay period and require agencies to report to Congress on the productivity of its telework activities.
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Romney Named “Fiscal Hero” for Bipartisan Work to Tackle Debt, Rein in Federal Spending
WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator Mitt Romney (R-UT) has been honored as a "Fiscal Hero" for the 118th Congress by Fix the Debt—a project of the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget (CFRB). Romney's bipartisan efforts to rein in the national debt and balance the federal budget have earned him this recognition.Romney, who has prioritized budget and debt issues since entering Congress, has been advocating for the passing of the Fiscal Stability Act, a legislative initiative he introduced with Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV). This act aims to create a bicameral fiscal commission...
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Romney Joins Bill to Prevent Student Loan Bailout for Convicted Campus Protestors
WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator Mitt Romney (R-UT) has joined Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR) and 17 other Republican colleagues in introducing the No Bailouts for Campus Criminals Act. This legislation aims to prevent individuals convicted of state or federal offenses in connection with campus protests from receiving federal student loan relief.Senator Romney expressed his stance on the issue, stating, “Our legislation ensures that students convicted of a crime while protesting at our institutions of higher education are ineligible for federal student debt relief.”Senator Cotton...
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Senator Romney Urges Action to Halt Bird Flu Spread
WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator Mitt Romney (R-UT) has called for immediate action to address the rapid spread of the bird flu virus (H5N1) in a letter sent to key government agencies. Romney expressed his concerns about the agencies' response to the outbreak and urged them to take swift measures to understand and contain the virus, drawing parallels to past public health crises.In the letter addressed to U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Robert Califf, U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack, and U.S. Centers for Disease Control and...
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Romney, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Measures to Overturn Biden’s Recent EV Mandates
On May 1, 2024, a bipartisan and bicameral group of lawmakers, including U.S. Senator Mitt Romney, introduced legislation to block the Biden Administration's electric vehicle (EV) mandates. The initiative was led by Senators Pete Ricketts and Dan Sullivan, along with Representatives John James and Russ Fulcher.Senator Romney criticized the regulations, stating, "The Biden Administration continues to roll out climate regulations that may be politically attractive, but won’t put a dent in lowering global emissions." Senator Ricketts echoed this sentiment by calling...
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Romney Leads Senate Hearing Regarding U.S. Policy on Taiwan
WASHINGTON—Today, U.S. Senator Mitt Romney (R-UT) took the lead in a Senate hearing discussing U.S. policy on Taiwan, emphasizing the importance of supporting Taiwan in the face of China's increasing aggression in the Indo-Pacific region.During the hearing, Senator Romney raised concerns about the lack of a comprehensive strategy from the Administration to counter the China threat, as required by law. He stressed the necessity for this strategy to be presented to Congress, both classified and unclassified, rather than just for an "in camera" review, as suggested by...
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Senator Mitt Romney Supports National Security Supplemental Funding
U.S. Senator Mitt Romney (R-UT) has expressed satisfaction with the recent approval of the national security supplemental funding. The bill passed by a significant vote margin of 79-18, prompting Senator Romney to release a statement highlighting the importance of the funding allocation.In his statement, Senator Romney emphasized the significance of the approved funding for various regions and entities, stating, "After months of needless delay, Congress has finally approved much-needed funding for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan, and the U.S. military’s operations in these key...
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Romney Statement on Mayorkas Impeachment
WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator Mitt Romney (R-UT) today released a statement regarding the impeachment proceedings of Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas. "While I share the House’s outrage over the President’s disastrous border policies, and I ultimately do not believe his cabinet Secretary’s implementation of those policies meets the Constitution’s test of ‘high crimes and misdemeanors,’ I voted against the Schumer points of order because it was important to engage in some level of debate," said Senator Romney.Senator Romney also expressed his views on the...
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Romney, Reed, Moran, King Unveil Framework to Mitigate Extreme AI Risks
U.S. Senators Mitt Romney, Jack Reed, Jerry Moran, and Angus King have introduced a groundbreaking congressional framework specifically designed to address the potential dangers associated with advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models. The framework aims to establish federal oversight of frontier model hardware, development, and deployment in order to mitigate risks related to biological, chemical, cyber, and nuclear threats.Senator Romney emphasized the importance of balancing the benefits of AI with the risks it poses to national security, stating, "AI has the...
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Romney Joins Resolution Declaring April Financial Literacy Month
U.S. Senator Mitt Romney, along with Senators Tim Scott and Jack Reed, introduced a resolution to declare April as Financial Literacy Month. Senator Romney emphasized the importance of equipping Americans, especially young people, with financial knowledge for the future. He stated, “We must do better to ensure Americans—especially our young people—are equipped with the financial knowledge to plan and prepare for the future.”Senator Scott, the Banking Committee Ranking Member, highlighted the significance of financial literacy in achieving financial independence and the...
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Romney and Hassan Call on Senate Leaders to Enhance Public Health Response Programs
Washington, Apr 16, 2024 - U.S. Senators Mitt Romney (R-UT) and Maggie Hassan (D-NH) have reached out to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, emphasizing the importance of reauthorizing the Pandemic and All Hazards Preparedness Act (PAHPA). The Act aims to enhance programs dedicated to responding to public health threats, a critical step in fortifying the country's readiness for potential emergencies.In a joint statement, Senators Romney and Hassan stressed the significance of renewing PAHPA, particularly in light of recent public...
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Romney Leads Senate Hearing on Strengthening Export Controls Enforcement
On April 10, 2024, U.S. Senator Mitt Romney, alongside Senator Maggie Hassan, led a bipartisan hearing focused on strengthening the enforcement of export controls to protect national security and prevent adversaries from acquiring American-developed technology.During the hearing, Senator Romney emphasized the importance of improving export controls enforcement efforts, stating, "The United States leads the world in technological innovation. While we strive to maintain that position, we must also remain cautious of our adversaries, especially China and Russia." He...
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Romney and Peters Bill to Strengthen Oversight of Government Spending Advances in the Senate
In a significant development in Washington, bipartisan legislation introduced by U.S. Senators Mitt Romney and Gary Peters to bolster oversight of federal funds vulnerable to fraud has advanced in the Senate. The bill, which aims to combat and prevent fraud in government spending, has cleared the committee stage and is now set for consideration by the full Senate.Senator Mitt Romney emphasized the importance of leveraging data analytics to protect taxpayer dollars, stating, “With the national debt now exceeding $34 trillion, Congress should pursue commonsense...
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Romney and Hassan Introduce Legislation to Strengthen Enforcement of U.S. Export Controls
WASHINGTON—U.S. Senators Mitt Romney (R-UT) and Maggie Hassan (D-NH) have introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at enhancing the enforcement of U.S. export controls to safeguard national security. The Export Controls Enforcement Improvement Act seeks to bolster the Export Enforcement Coordination Center, an interagency hub for information sharing and coordination among key agencies responsible for export control enforcement."Export controls are a key national security tool to protect American technology from being acquired and used by our adversaries," stated Senator...
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Romney, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Recognizing the United States-Japan Alliance
U.S. Senator Mitt Romney, along with his colleagues, introduced a bipartisan resolution recognizing the strength and importance of the United States-Japan alliance. The resolution was introduced in advance of Japanese Prime Minister Kishida’s official state visit to Washington this week.“Our alliance with Japan is fundamental to peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region,” stated Senator Romney.Chair Cardin emphasized the ironclad nature of the alliance, saying, “We have never been more strategically aligned with our friends in Tokyo than we are today. This alliance...
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Romney and Peters Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen Oversight of Government Spending
WASHINGTON—U.S. Senators Mitt Romney (R-UT) and Gary Peters (D-MI) have introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at bolstering oversight of federal funds to prevent fraud. The proposed bill establishes the Government Spending Oversight Committee, succeeding the Pandemic Response Accountability Committee, to address and combat fraudulent activities in government spending.Senator Romney emphasized the importance of proactive measures in combating fraud, stating, “With the national debt now exceeding $34 trillion, Congress should pursue commonsense solutions—like leveraging...
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Romney Leads Letter to DEA Highlighting Concerns with Marijuana Rescheduling
WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator Mitt Romney (R-UT) took the lead in addressing concerns regarding the rescheduling of marijuana in a letter to the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Administrator Anne Milgram. Alongside his colleagues, Ranking Member Jim Risch (R-ID) and Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE), the senators emphasized the importance of compliance with U.S. treaty obligations under the Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs.The senators stressed that any decision to reschedule marijuana should be based on factual evidence rather than policy preferences. They highlighted the...