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House approves Moore's act to enhance waterway recreation access

Yesterday, the House of Representatives passed the Modernizing Access to Our Public Waters (MAPWaters) Act, introduced by Congressman Blake Moore.

By Weber Times | Dec 18, 2024

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Congressman Blake Moore comments on final passage of fiscal year 2025 NDAA

Today, Congressman Blake Moore shared his thoughts on the House's final approval of the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2025.

By Weber Times | Dec 11, 2024

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Congressman Blake Moore shares legislative priorities on defense and environmental issues

By Weber Times | Dec 11, 2024

Congressman Blake Moore addresses key issues such as national defense authorization and environmental legislation through recent tweets dated December 10-11, highlighting his legislative focus on servicemember advocacy and historic preservation...

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Congressman Blake Moore shares legislative success and updates on social media

By Weber Times | Dec 11, 2024

Congressman Blake Moore shared insights into his recent legislative success and introduced Martha through social media posts dated December 11, 2024.

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Martha Hughes Cannon honored with statue at U.S. Capitol

By Weber Times | Dec 11, 2024

Today, Congressman Blake Moore joined Speaker Mike Johnson and members of the Utah congressional delegation to welcome Martha Hughes Cannon's statue to the U.S. Capitol.

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House passes bipartisan bill requiring more frequent economic data updates

By Weber Times | Dec 11, 2024

On December 11, 2024, the House of Representatives passed the Increasing Baseline Updates Act, a bipartisan bill introduced by Congressman Blake Moore.

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Blake Moore joins DOGE Caucus leadership for efficiency reforms

By Weber Times | Dec 6, 2024

Congressman Blake Moore has been appointed as Co-Chair of the Delivering Outstanding Government Efficiency (DOGE) Caucus for the 119th Congress.

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Blake Moore engages in local events and legislative initiatives

By Weber Times | Dec 6, 2024

Congressman Blake Moore recently highlighted his participation in community events and legislative efforts through social media posts dated December 5-6, 2024.

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Congressman Blake Moore highlights Utah's top ranking in national volunteerism

By Weber Times | Nov 28, 2024

Congressman Blake Moore praised Utah's top national ranking for volunteerism as reported by AmeriCorps on November 25th.

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House committee approves Moore's bill to enhance federal waterway recreation

By Weber Times | Nov 21, 2024

The House Natural Resources Committee has unanimously passed the Modernizing Access to Our Public Waters (MAPWaters) Act, a bipartisan bill introduced by Congressman Blake Moore.

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Blake Moore re-elected as House Republican Conference Vice Chair

By Weber Times | Nov 13, 2024

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

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

By Weber Times | Sep 27, 2024

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.

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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.