Our Forests are an Asset, Not a Liability

Nov 20, 2015

Too often the federal government’s efforts to manage national forests and protect communities from the destruction of wildfires are impeded by unnecessary regulatory red tape, prolonged legal challenges, and a lack of coordination between federal agencies and state and local fire units.

Lee Introduces Resolution Calling on President Obama to Submit Climate Deal to Senate as A Treaty

Nov 19, 2015

WASHINGTON – Today, Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) introduced a resolution, S. Con. Res. 25, calling on President Obama to seek the Senate’s advice and consent on whatever climate agreement is produced in Paris, as required by Article II, Section 2 of the U.S. Constitution. The resolution has 30 original cosponsors.

Floor Remarks on Broken Education Reauthorization Process

Nov 18, 2015

"We shouldn’t expand Washington’s control over America’s schools and pre-K programs. Instead, Congress must advance reforms that empower parents – with flexibility and choice – to do what’s in the best interest of their children."

Lee Fights Broken Education Reauthorization Process

Nov 18, 2015

WASHINGTON—Today, Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) delivered a speech on the Senate floor regarding the fraudulent manner in which the conference process has unfolded with respect to the Elementary and Secondary Education Act Reauthorization bill.

November 18, 2015 – Mobile Office Visit to West Jordan

Nov 16, 2015

Mobile Office Visit to West Jordan City When: Wednesday, November 18, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Where: West Jordan City Hall – 8000 South Redwood Rd, West Jordan, UT 84088

America’s Pregnancy-Resource Centers Deserve Our Recognition and Respect

Nov 13, 2015

Earlier this week on the Senate floor, a group of Democrats revealed the hypocrisy of their party’s claim that conservatives are engaged in a “war on women.” When the Senate was asked to give its unanimous consent to adopt Resolution 312, which would have designated the second week of November “National Pregnancy Center Week” in honor of the life-saving and life-affirming work of America’s community-supported pregnancy centers, a group of Senate Democrats stood up to block it.

November 20, 2015 – Mobile Office Visit to Park City

Nov 13, 2015

Mobile Office Visit to Park City When: Friday, November 20, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon Where: Park City Library North Conference Room – 1255 Park Avenue, Park City, UT 84060

November 18, 2015 – Mobile Office Visit to Bluffdale

Nov 13, 2015

Mobile Office Visit to Bluffdale City When: Wednesday, November 18, 9:30 a.m. -11:00 a.m. Where: Bluffdale City Fire Station – 14350 South 2200 West, Bluffdale, UT 84065

The Highway Bill

Nov 13, 2015

Next week Senate and House conferees will begin meeting to hash out the differences between the two chambers’ highway bills. Unfortunately, the expected result will likely be a travesty of both policy and process.

Honoring Utah's Korean War Veterans

Nov 10, 2015

Last Tuesday at the Utah State Capitol, members of my Salt Lake City staff attended a special ceremony for Utah veterans who received the Republic of Korea Ambassador for Peace Medal. In total, there were 157 Korean War veterans from Utah who were recognized for their service and presented with the Ambassador for Peace ribbon and medal, with an accompanying official certificate. Consul General, Han Dong-man, presented the awards from the Republic of Korea.