Press Releases
Lee, Merkley Introduces the Auto Data Privacy and Autonomy Act
Dec 18, 2024
WASHINGTON – Senators Mike Lee (R-UT) and Jeff Merkley (D-OR) introduced the bipartisan Auto Data Privacy and Autonomy Act, legislation to restore vehicle owners’ control over their personal data in an era of rapidly advancing automotive technology. With connected vehicles projected to make up 95% of all new vehicles on the road by 2030, this bill ensures Americans retain the right to privacy and autonomy over their vehicle data. Representative Eric Burlison (R-MO) leads the companion bill in the House.
SENATE PASSES LEE-LED BILLS ON WILDFIRE RESEARCH AND HYDROPOWER PRODUCTION
Dec 18, 2024
Tonight, the Senate passed two bills led by Senator Mike Lee (R-UT)—the Utah Wildfire Research Institute Act and S. 5000—by unanimous consent and await passage by the House. These bills will enhance wildfire research and address the impacts of hydropower reductions at Glen Canyon Dam.
Sens. Lee and Welch Urge DOJ, FTC to Investigate FanDuel and DraftKings for Anticompetitive Practices
Dec 17, 2024
WASHINGTON – Senators Mike Lee (R-UT) and Peter Welch (D-VT) released a letter calling on the Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to investigate FanDuel and DraftKings for allegedly violating Section 1 of the Sherman Act's prohibition on coordination to construct or impair competition.
Lee Secures Passage of Three Bills in Major Win for Utah
Dec 17, 2024
The Senate passed three bills led by Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) that represent major wins for Utah’s infrastructure, natural resources, and public lands. The Great Salt Lake Stewardship Act, the Mountain View Corridor Completion Act,, and the Utah State Parks Adjustment Act cleared both chambers of Congress without objection and now head to the President’s desk to be signed into law.
