CURTIS, PADILLA, SCHIFF, MULLIN INTRODUCE BIPARTISAN LEGISLATION TO SUPPORT AMERICA’S OLYMPIC AND PARALYMPIC GAMES
Today, Senators Curtis, Padilla, Schiff, and Mullin introduced bipartisan legislation to support and commemorate the 2028 and 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Games set to take place in Los Angeles, California and Salt Lake City, Utah, respectively, through the minting of new commemorative coins. Representatives Moore, Sherman, Lucas, Calvert, and Kamlager-Dove introduced companion legislation in the House.
MEDICAID AND THE PROMISE OF COMPASSIONATE REFORM
On July 4th, President Trump signed into law a broad reconciliation package—The One Big Beautiful Bill. Among its many provisions were serious steps to stabilize our budget, reduce inflationary pressure, and yes, address the unsustainable growth of Medicaid. That last provision has become the focus of heated rhetoric and unfortunate misinformation.
CURTIS, ROSEN INTRODUCE BILL TO COUNTER CHINESE SABOTAGE OF TAIWAN’S UNDERSEA CABLES
Senators Curtis and Rosen, members of the Foreign Relations Committee, today introduced the Taiwan Undersea Cable Resilience Initiative Act, bipartisan legislation that would protect Taiwan’s critical communications infrastructure and deter malicious “gray zone” activities by the People’s Republic of China. The cables—critical for global communication and commerce—have been a primary target of the PRC for undercover sabotage to undermine Taiwan’s security and sovereignty.
SENATOR CURTIS STATEMENT ON SENATE PASSAGE OF BIG BEAUTIFUL BILL
Senator Curtis released the following statement after voting in favor of the Big Beautiful Bill, landmark legislation that secures the border, delivers permanent tax relief for Utah families, and gives business certainty on energy policy.
CURTIS CALLS FOR REGULATORY CERTAINTY TO PROMOTE CLEAN NUCLEAR ENERGY IN UTAH
Senator Curtis today emphasized Utah’s leadership in making nuclear a practical and viable clean energy solution during an Environment and Public Works Committee hearing on the nominations of Usha-Maria Turner to be Assistant Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency for the Office of International and Tribal Affairs and David A. Wright to be a Member of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. During the exchange, Curtis cited past challenges and the need for collaboration with the NRC, and stressed the importance of regulatory certainty and clarity for innovators and utilities.
TRUMP SIGNS CURTIS BILL REPEALING BURDENSOME BIDEN-ERA EMISSIONS RULE
President Trump signed into law legislation introduced by Senator Curtis to overturn the Biden EPA’s Review of Final Rule Reclassification of Major Sources as Area Sources. This rule prevented many industries vital to our nation’s economic and national security from reclassifying as Area Sources and discouraged efforts to reduce emissions. The Senator’s CRA joint resolution of disapproval received a vote of 52-46 in the Senate and 216-212 in the House prior to being sent to the President’s desk.
ICYMI: CURTIS TALKS CEASE-FIRE BETWEEN ISRAEL AND IRAN WITH CNN’S KAITLAN COLLINS
Senator Curtis last night appeared on The Source with Kaitlan Collins on CNN to discuss the Trump Administration’s announcement of a cease-fire agreement between Israel and Iran, as well as the broader implications for peace in the Middle East. During the exchange, Curtis praised the President’s actions in Iran, calling them a “case study” and the “first chapter” of “Peace Through Strength.”
CURTIS PUSHES FOR ACCOUNTABILITY FROM WORLD ANTI-DOPING AGENCY AHEAD OF 2034 SALT LAKE GAMES
During a Senate Commerce Subcommittee hearing examining the effectiveness of the World Anti-Doping Agency in ensuring international competitions remain free from doping and performance-enhancing drugs, Senator Curtis highlighted Utah’s success hosting the 2002 Winter Olympic Games and reaffirmed the state’s commitment to upholding that legacy as it prepares for the 2034 Games in Salt Lake City.
CURTIS STATEMENT ON ISRAELI AIRSTRIKES ON IRAN
Senator Curtis, member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, released the following statement on Israel’s airstrikes on Iran.
CURTIS, RISCH STATEMENT CONDEMNING VIOLENCE IN COLOMBIA
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senators John Curtis, Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee (SFRC) Western Hemisphere Subcommittee, and Jim Risch, SFRC Chairman, today released the following statement regarding the ongoing wave of violence in Colombia, which has included an assassination attempt on a presidential candidate, Miguel Uribe, and at least 15 bombings: “The ongoing […]