U.S. Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) has received the highest score from the National Taxpayers Union (NTU) in its latest NTU Rates Congress report, placing him among the top 20 lawmakers in Congress for efforts to reduce government spending and protect taxpayers. This recognition earned Senator Lee an “A” grade and the NTU’s Taxpayers’ Friend Award.
“Cutting wasteful government spending and lowering their tax burden is both a priority and personal responsibility I have to the Utahns who sent me to Congress to fight for them,” said Senator Mike Lee. “I thank the National Taxpayers Union for their great work, and for recognizing our victories for hardworking American families.”
Brandon Arnold, Executive Vice President of the National Taxpayers Union, stated, “If we had a hundred more members like Senator Mike Lee in Congress, the nation would be on much more prosperous and solid financial footing. We’re grateful to Senator Lee for always putting taxpayers first when voting.”
The NTU Rates Congress scorecard provides a nonpartisan analysis of federal tax and spending votes. In this edition, NTU evaluated 39 Senate votes and 130 House votes, giving greater importance to those with significant long-term effects on federal taxes, spending, debt, and regulation.
According to NTU, legislators who receive an “A” rating consistently vote to reduce unnecessary federal spending, oppose tax increases, and limit regulatory burdens that could affect economic growth.
The full report can be accessed online.
