Press Releases
Sen. Lee Issues Statement on Disaster Relief Bill Vote
Sep 7, 2017
WASHINGTON –Sen. Mike Lee (R-UT) issued the following statement regarding today’s vote on the disaster relief bill:
“Raising the debt limit without spending reforms is bad policy. Tying the debt limit to emergency disaster relief is a disgraceful process. The American people deserve better and I will not vote for this status quo deal that only perpetuates the worst of Washington.”
Sen. Lee Calls for Balanced Legislative DACA Solution
Sep 5, 2017
“DACA was an illegal abuse of executive power, and it’s important to reaffirm that the president cannot unilaterally rewrite the law. Today’s decision puts the ball in Congress’ court to address the problem of the approximately three quarter million DACA participants, who originally came to the country as children. A balance between compassion and deterring future illegal immigration can be found.”
Sen. Lee Commends Utah Task Force 1 For Harvey Assistance
Aug 29, 2017
SALT LAKE CITY – Sen. Lee (R-UT) issued the following statement Tuesday after Urban Search and Rescue Utah Task Force 1 was dispatched from Salt Lake City to Houston, Texas to assist with Hurricane Harvey rescue efforts.
“While the images coming out of Houston this week are frightening, I am both humbled and inspired by all the stories of heroism and generosity that are being displayed,” Sen. Lee said. “My prayers are with those in the hurricane’s path and I commend Utah Task Force 1 for answering the call to help those in need.”
“While the images coming out of Houston this week are frightening, I am both humbled and inspired by all the stories of heroism and generosity that are being displayed,” Sen. Lee said. “My prayers are with those in the hurricane’s path and I commend Utah Task Force 1 for answering the call to help those in need.”
Sen. Lee Thanks Sec. Zinke for Monument Report
Aug 24, 2017
SALT LAKE CITY - Sen. Mike Lee (R-UT) issued the following statement Thursday after Interior Sec. Ryan Zinke sent his report on national monuments to the White House.
