U.S. Rep. John Curtis (R-UT)
Recent News About U.S. Rep. John Curtis (R-UT)
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Federal Wildfire Relief Act introduced by Rep. Curtis targets wildfire threats
Yesterday, Representative John Curtis introduced the Federal Wildfire Relief Act, a legislative measure aimed at supporting states affected by wildfires.
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Curtis and Levin introduce act for renewable energy on federal lands
Representatives John Curtis of Utah and Mike Levin of California have introduced the Co-Location Energy Act, a legislative proposal aimed at facilitating renewable energy projects on federal lands.
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House passes FY25 NDAA focusing on military strength and national security
Today, the House of Representatives passed the FY25 Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act.
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Legislation aims to improve gate safety following tragic incidents
U.S. Representatives John Curtis and Jared Huffman have introduced the Alex Gate Safety Act, a legislative proposal aimed at preventing accidents caused by poorly designed or maintained gates.
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House passes Curtis' bill addressing salinity issues in Colorado River
Today, the U.S. House of Representatives approved a bill introduced by Representative John Curtis, known as the Colorado River Salinity Control Fix Act.
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House passes bill on critical mineral prioritization for healthcare
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the Recognizing the Importance of Critical Minerals in Healthcare Act of 2023, a bill introduced by Representative John Curtis from Utah.
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Rep. John Curtis introduces act for AI-powered scam detection platform
Representative John Curtis has introduced the Spam Communications Assessment and Mitigation Platform (SCAM Platform) Act.
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Resolution introduced to recognize National GIS Day on November 20
Representatives John Curtis of Utah and Pete Aguilar of California have introduced a resolution to designate November 20, 2024, as National GIS Day.
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Lawmakers urge Mountain West Conference on women's sports safety
Representative John Curtis and a group of Western lawmakers have addressed a letter to Mountain West Conference Commissioner Gloria Nevarez, urging the conference to prioritize safety and fairness in women's sports.
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Curtis comments on finalization of Emery County Land Bill agreement
On November 14, 2024, Representative John Curtis (R-UT) expressed his views on the agreement reached between the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the Utah School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration (SITLA) regarding the completion of...
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John Curtis appoints Boyd Matheson as strategic advisor
Corey Norman, Chief of Staff for Senator-elect John Curtis (R-UT), announced the appointment of Boyd Matheson as a Strategic Advisor.
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Curtis office seeks applicants for various positions in Utah and Washington
Congressman John Curtis is actively seeking new team members for his offices in Utah and Washington, D.C. A variety of positions are available, including caseworker, scheduler, digital director, legislative aide, regional representative/outreach,...
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Rep. Curtis introduces HOMES Act aiming at easier homeownership for Utah residents
This week, Representative John Curtis (R-UT) introduced the Home Ownership, Mortgage, and Equity Savings (HOMES) Act. The bill aims to make homeownership more accessible for Utah residents by allowing individuals with self-directed IRA accounts to use their retirement savings to purchase a primary residence for themselves or an immediate family member.
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Rep. Curtis commemorates one-year anniversary of October 7th attack
Representative John Curtis (R-UT) has issued a statement on the anniversary of the October 7th, 2023 attack on Israel by Hamas and other Iranian proxy forces. Reflecting on the tragic events, Curtis remarked on the lasting impact: "One year since the deadliest attack on the Jewish people since the Holocaust, the grief and horror from that day—and the days that followed—remain unimaginable." He expressed his support for Israel, emphasizing their defense and efforts to secure the return of hostages.
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Rep. Curtis comments on release of U.S. citizens from Russian detention
Provo, Utah — Representative John Curtis (R-UT) issued a statement today following the release of Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich and former Marine Paul Whelan from Russian prisons as part of a prisoner swap.
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Bill introduced to allow American flag on Kyhv Peak
Representative John Curtis (R-UT) introduced the Star-Spangled Summit Act this week, a bill designed to allow the American flag to be flown on Kyhv Peak. For over 20 years, Robert Collins has seasonally placed an American flag on the peak above Provo, Utah. In 2021, Collins was informed by the Forest Service that placing the flag might violate agency policies. The proposed bill mandates that the Forest Service issue a special-use permit to ensure this local tradition continues.
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Curtis introduces outcome-based grazing bill for flexibility on federal lands
Yesterday, Representative John Curtis (R-UT) introduced the Operational Flexibility Grazing Management Program Act. The bill aims to provide ranchers with the flexibility to respond to circumstances impacting the land they rely on for livestock feeding. This follows a 2018 pilot program that allowed grazing permittees to adapt to shifting conditions in several western states.
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Curtis introduces bipartisan PROVE IT Act aimed at supporting US businesses
Representatives John Curtis (R-UT) and Scott Peters (D-CA) introduced the Providing Reliable, Objective, Verifiable Emissions Intensity and Transparency (PROVE IT) Act today. The bill aims to provide high-quality, verifiable data to support American businesses and ensure fair competition globally. It also considers human rights and labor standards of each country producing a qualified product.
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Curtis' nuclear energy bill heads to President's desk
This week, the Senate passed a bipartisan nuclear energy package that includes the Advanced Nuclear Reactor Prize Act introduced by Representative John R. Curtis (R-UT). The bill authorizes the Secretary of Energy to award grants to cover fees assessed by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.
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Curtis amendments enhance military spending bill passed by House
Representative John Curtis (R-UT) voted in favor of the annual National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) today. The bill includes two amendments introduced by Curtis, addressing Iran’s military capabilities and protecting allies in the Middle East.