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...
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...
The U.S. House of Representatives has approved the EXPLORE Act, a legislation aimed at expanding access to America's public lands and waters. Representative John Curtis (R-UT) played a significant role in this legislative milestone, with four of his bills included in the package.In response to the passage of the EXPLORE Act, Rep. Curtis expressed his satisfaction, stating, “Passage of the EXPLORE Act is a testament to our collective commitment to enhancing and preserving access to America's stunning public lands and waters. This legislation, particularly the inclusion of...
The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Utah County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.
Representative John Curtis (R-UT) has voiced his opinion on the updated energy plans of Rocky Mountain Power. In response to the news reports, Rep. Curtis emphasized the importance of market-driven policies over government intervention. He stated, “The decision by Rocky Mountain Power to extend the life of coal plants shows why market-driven policies are better answers than the government picking winners and losers.”Furthermore, Rep. Curtis highlighted the need for a balanced approach to energy production, acknowledging the significance of technology advancement in...
The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Utah County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 23, according to GasBuddy.com.
There were 15 companies in cities associated with Utah County that received 15 FDA inspections in 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.
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...
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...
The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Utah County was found at three gas stations in the week ending Mar. 23, according to GasBuddy.com.