Lee Cosponsors Legislation to Reverse Rule on 'Mini-Unions'
Nov 10, 2011
U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson (R-Ga.) today introduced legislation that would reverse the National Labor Relation Board’s recent decision allowing as few as two or three employees to form micro bargaining units, or “mini-unions,” to engage in collective bargaining with employers. Isakson’s legislation, the Representation Fairness Restoration Act, has 28 cosponsors.
The Christmas Tree Tax -- Day Lee Briefing 11/09/2011
Nov 9, 2011
President Obama's Agriculture Department today announced that it will impose a new 15-cent charge on all fresh Christmas trees—the Christmas Tree Tax—to support a new Federal program to improve the image and marketing of Christmas trees.
The Rebuilding America Act
Nov 9, 2011
Today, I introduced the Rebuilding America Act, a bill that will finally eliminate the barriers between the American economy and the profits American companies make overseas. Already, five of my Senate colleagues, Senators Roy Blunt (R-MO), Mike Crapo (R-ID), Jim DeMint (R-SC), Rand Paul (R-KY), and Jim Risch (R-ID), are co-sponsoring the bill.
Lee Introduces Bill to Repatriate Overseas Earnings
Nov 9, 2011
Today, Senator Mike Lee introduced the Rebuilding America Act, legislation that will permanently increase incentives for American companies to invest oversea earnings back in to the U.S. economy. Under Lee’s legislation the effective repatriation tax rate would be set at 5% down from 35%, which is currently the highest in the developed world.
Questioning Attorney General Eric Holder -- Day Lee Briefing 11/08/2011
Nov 8, 2011
Today, Senator Lee will attend a Justice Committee hearing in which Eric Holder will answer questions about Operation Fast and Furious.
Repealing the 3% Withholding Tax on Government Contractors -- Day Lee Briefing 11/07/2011
Nov 7, 2011
Today, the Senate will consider H.R. 647, which repeals the 3% withholding tax on all government contractors that’s currently set to go into effect in 2013. The bill already passed in the House in a 405-16 vote.
December 2011 Mobile Office Schedule
Nov 5, 2011
1: Mobile Office Visit to Box Elder County
When: Thursday December 1, 2011 @10 AM – 12 PM
Where: Tremonton, Utah @ Tremonton City Offices, 102 South Tremont Street, Tremonton, UT 84337 (Council Chambers)
2: Mobile Office Visit to Box Elder County
When: Thursday December 1, 2011 @1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Where: Brigham City, Utah @ Brigham City Offices, 20 North Main, Brigham City, UT 84302 (Council Chambers)
3: Mobile Office Visit to Tooele County
When: Tuesday December 6, 2011 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Where: Grantsville, Utah @ Grantsville City Hall, 429 East Main Street, Grantsville, UT 84029 (Court Room/Council Chambers)
4: Mobile Office Visit to Tooele County
When: Tuesday December 6, 2011 @ 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Where: Tooele, Utah @ Tooele City Hall, 90 North Main, Tooele, UT 84074 (Council Chambers)
5: Mobile Office Visit to Davis County
When: December 7, 2011 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Where: Farmington, Utah @ Davis County Memorial Courthouse, 28 East State Street, Farmington, UT 84025 (First Floor Conference Room 132 – near north entrance)
6: Mobile Office Visit to Davis County
When: Wednesday December 7, 2011 @ 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Where: Bountiful, Utah @ Bountiful City Hall, 790 South 100 East, Bountiful, UT 84010 (Conference Room)
7: Mobile Office Visit to Summit County
When: Thursday December 8, 2011 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Where: Coalville, Utah @ Coalville City Hall, 10 North Main Street, Coalville, UT 84017 (Council Room)
8: Mobile Office Visit to Summit County
When: Thursday December 8, 2011 @ 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Where: Park City, Utah @ Park City Library, 1255 Park Avenue, Park City, UT 84060 (Room 205 – Parking and Elevator Available)
9: Mobile Office Visit to Kane County
When: Wednesday December 14, 2011 @ 10 AM – 12 PM
Where: Kanab, Utah @ Kane County Courthouse, 76 North Main Street, Kanab, UT 84741 (Commission Chambers or Justice Courtroom)
10: Mobile Office Visit to Kane County
When: Wednesday December 14, 2011 @ 1 PM – 3 PM
Where: Orderville, Utah @ Orderville Town Hall, 425 East State Street (Highway 89), Orderville, UT 84758 (Basement Multi-Purpose Room – Handicapped Accessible)
11: Mobile Office Visit to Washington County
When: Thursday December 15, 2011 @9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Where: Hurricane, Utah @ City of Hurricane Offices, 147 North 870 West, Hurricane, UT 84737 (Council Chambers)
Talking Tax Reform with Senator Sanders -- Day Lee Briefing 11/04/2011
Nov 4, 2011
Yesterday, Senator Lee voted against cloture on S. 1769, which was part of President Obama’s second stimulus package and would have authorized more stimulus spending. He also voted in favor of cloture on the Long-Term Surface Transportation Extension Act of 2011 (S.1786), which would provide flexibility to states and localities in their transportation spending, provide for an evaluation of transportation regulations, eliminate uncertainty for job creators, and establish infrastructure spending levels.
Lee’s Land Conveyance Bills Pass Senate
Nov 3, 2011
Last night, the Senate approved legislation introduced by Senator Mike Lee to authorize the transfer of vacant and virtually unused federal land in Utah to the growing cities of Mantua and Alta. The bills were approved by unanimous consent and represent the first pieces of legislation authored by Senator Lee to pass the full Senate.
My First Legislation Passes -- Day Lee Briefing 11/03/2011
Nov 3, 2011
The Senate has passed a bill introduced by Senator Lee for the first time, and then another right after the first. The bills authorized the transfer of vacant and virtually unused federal land in Utah to the growing cities of Mantua and Alta. Both pieces of legislation passed by unanimous consent.
