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Blake Moore re-elected as House Republican Conference Vice Chair

Today, Congressman Blake Moore announced his re-election as the House Republican Conference Vice Chair for the 119th Congress.

By Weber Times | Nov 13, 2024

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House Budget Committee unanimously passes bill for improved access to economic data

The House Budget Committee has passed Congressman Blake Moore’s Increasing Baseline Updates Act with a unanimous vote of 32-0. This bipartisan legislation mandates the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) to produce at least two baseline updates annually, including one update featuring economic data. The aim is to ensure that Congress receives the most current information on budget and economic figures for informed decision-making in appropriations and other legislative processes. Congressman Thomas Suozzi (D-NY) co-introduced the bill with Moore.

By Weber Times | Sep 27, 2024

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Bipartisan State Boating Act introduced by Congress members

By Weber Times | Sep 26, 2024

Congressmen Blake Moore, Chris Pappas, and Congresswoman Jen Kiggans have introduced the bipartisan State Boating Act. This legislation aims to ensure that states can collect boating fees during the boat registration and certificate of numbering process. These fees are crucial for funding programs addressing aquatic invasive species, boating safety, search and rescue, among other initiatives. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Mike Crapo (R-ID), and Jim Risch (R-ID) have introduced a companion bill in the Senate.

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Congressman Blake Moore introduces bipartisan legislation on military housing affordability

By Weber Times | Sep 19, 2024

On September 19, 2024, Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT) introduced the Low Income Housing for Defense Communities Act of 2024, a bipartisan legislation aimed at addressing military housing affordability by diversifying housing options for servicemembers in high-cost areas. Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (D-WA) joined Moore in introducing the bill.

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Lawmakers seek input on policy solutions to secure domestic medical supply chains

By Weber Times | Sep 11, 2024

Representatives Blake Moore (UT-01), Brad R. Wenstrup, D.P.M. (OH-02), August Pfluger (TX-11), and Mark Green, M.D. (TN-07) have issued a Request for Information (RFI) aimed at strengthening and enhancing domestic medical supply chains.

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Congressman Blake Moore advocates for wildlife conservation funding bill

By Weber Times | Sep 11, 2024

WASHINGTON – Congressman Blake Moore spoke before the House Natural Resources Committee in support of his bipartisan bill, the Tax Stamp Revenue Transfer for Wildlife and Recreation Act, which aims to reallocate funds generated by the existing tax stamp sportsmen pay when purchasing suppressors into the Pittman Robertson Wildlife Restoration Trust Fund. The objective is to bolster wildlife conservation and recreational activities. This bill now awaits a markup and vote in the Natural Resources Committee.

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Congressman Blake Moore introduces bipartisan bill targeting healthcare affordability

By Weber Times | Aug 27, 2024

Last week, Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT) introduced the Health Out-of-Pocket Expense (HOPE) Act, a bipartisan piece of legislation aimed at creating a tax-advantaged account to help Americans save for health care costs. This initiative allows contributions from both individuals and employers and is designed to benefit those with most types of insurance coverage. Congressman Moore was joined by Congressmen Jimmy Panetta (D-CA), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), Brad Schneider (D-IL), Adrian Smith (R-NE), and Raul Ruiz (D-CA) in introducing this bill.

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Congressman Blake Moore introduces STAR Act to boost U.S. semiconductor R&D

By Weber Times | Aug 6, 2024

Colleagues and businesses from across the U.S. technology community have shown their support for Congressman Blake Moore's bipartisan Semiconductor Technology Advancement and Research (STAR) Act. This bill aims to advance U.S. semiconductor research and development initiatives by creating an investment tax credit for semiconductor design expenditures.

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Congressman Blake Moore introduces bipartisan STAR Act for semiconductor R&D

By Weber Times | Jul 30, 2024

On July 30, 2024, Congressman Blake Moore introduced the Semiconductor Technology Advancement and Research (STAR) Act, a bipartisan piece of legislation aimed at advancing U.S. semiconductor research and development initiatives by creating an investment tax credit for semiconductor design expenditures. Congressman Moore was joined in introducing this legislation by House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul (R-TX), Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (D-WA), and Congresswoman Doris Matsui (D-CA). Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi...

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Congressman Blake Moore hosts healthcare field hearing with House Ways & Means Committee

By Weber Times | Jul 16, 2024

On Friday, July 12th, Congressman Blake Moore welcomed the House Ways and Means Committee to Utah’s First District for a field hearing on medical innovation and health care access. The event also included a tour of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ Welfare Square.

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Congressman Blake Moore supports defense bill improving servicemember quality of life

By Weber Times | Jun 14, 2024

Congressman Blake Moore issued a statement on June 14, 2024, regarding his vote in favor of the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2025. "As the Member of Congress representing Hill Air Force Base (HAFB) and the northern Utah defense community, I was grateful to vote for H.R. 8070," Moore stated.

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Bicameral legislation introduced targeting Chinese aggression against Taiwan

By Weber Times | Jun 3, 2024

On June 3, 2024, Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT) introduced the Deterring Economic Aggression Through Retaliation (DETER) Act, a bicameral piece of legislation co-sponsored by Senator James Lankford (R-OK). The bill aims to counter the People's Republic of China's (PRC) aggressive behavior and use economic leverage to prevent an invasion of Taiwan.

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Bipartisan bill aims to enhance court processes for child welfare

By Weber Times | May 21, 2024

WASHINGTON – Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT) introduced the Court Improvement Program Enhancement Act of 2024, a bipartisan initiative aimed at enhancing the Court Improvement Program (CIP) to promote quality care and improved outcomes for children and families. The legislation was co-sponsored by Congresswoman Carol Miller (R-WV) and Congresswoman Judy Chu (D-CA).

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Congressman Moore and Congresswoman Spanberger introduce bipartisan bill to prevent federal fund misuse

By Weber Times | May 13, 2024

On May 13, 2024, Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT) and Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger (D-VA) introduced a bipartisan bill aimed at preventing the misuse of federal funds. The legislation, known as H.R. 8343 or the Enhancing Improper Payment Accountability Act, proposes more comprehensive reporting requirements for new federal spending programs and mandates compliance with current reporting standards across all programs.

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Congressman Blake Moore's Office Finalist for Prestigious Democracy Award

By Weber Times | May 10, 2024

The office of Congressman Blake Moore has been recognized as a finalist for the Congressional Management Foundation’s (CMF) Democracy Award for Constituent Service. This accolade acknowledges their exemplary constituent services program serving Utah’s First District. The office is praised for its regular in-person and telephone town halls, staff-led mobile office hours, weekly e-newsletter, casework protocol, among other initiatives.

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Congressman Moore calls for investigation into potential visa fraud by US colleges

By Weber Times | May 10, 2024

Congressman Blake Moore, in collaboration with his colleagues, has dispatched a letter to Troy Miller, the Senior Official Performing the Duties of the Commissioner. The correspondence calls for U.S. Customs and Border Protection to initiate investigations into potential visa fraud cases committed by colleges and universities. These institutions are allegedly failing to enforce rules designed to protect students from antisemitic harassment on their campuses.

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Congressman Blake Moore’s Statement on National Security and Foreign Affairs Bills

By Weber Times | Apr 26, 2024

WASHINGTON – Congressman Blake Moore issued a statement following his vote on national security and foreign affairs bills aimed at defending U.S. national security and advancing U.S. interests. Moore highlighted the importance of these bills in addressing global threats and supporting allies while strengthening the domestic economy.In his statement, Moore emphasized the need for a proactive approach to foreign policy and national security, stating, "These packages proactively address this threat by taking a fundamentally conservative approach to foreign policy and...

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Congressman Blake Moore's Statement on His Vote in Support of the Reforming Security and Intelligence Act

By Weber Times | Apr 12, 2024

WASHINGTON -- Congressman Blake Moore has released a statement regarding his recent vote in support of the Reforming Security and Intelligence Act. In his statement, Congressman Moore expressed his pride in voting for the bill, which includes crucial reforms to the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) aimed at protecting national security and constitutional rights.Congressman Moore also highlighted his opposition to an amendment that would have imposed additional warrant requirements for data collected on foreign nationals under Section 702 of FISA. He emphasized...

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House Budget Committee’s FY25 Budget Resolution Receives Praise Over President Biden’s Spending Plan

By Weber Times | Mar 14, 2024

In response to President Biden's budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2025, Congressman Blake Moore (R-Utah) has expressed concerns about the potential consequences of the President's plan. Moore highlighted the significant increase in national debt, tax hikes, and excessive spending outlined in Biden's budget, stating that it would lead to detrimental effects on hardworking American families.Speaking on the matter, Congressman Moore emphasized the importance of addressing the nation's debt and deficits, stating, "Our nation’s federal debt and deficit are a crisis, and...

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Congressman Blake Moore's Statement on the Continuing Resolution Vote to Avoid a Partial Government Shutdown

By Weber Times | Feb 29, 2024

Congressman Blake Moore has released a statement regarding the Continuing Resolution vote to avoid a partial government shutdown. The Congressman emphasized the importance of the appropriations agreement negotiated by Speaker Johnson, which aims to reduce year-over-year spending for the first time in over a decade.Moore highlighted the change in the legislative process under Speaker Johnson, stating, "Speaker Johnson is bucking that process and adhering to the 72-hour rule that will give all members enough time to actually review the bills—a major, welcomed change." He...