Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed Rep. John Curtis’ bill, the Colorado River Salinity Control Fix Act. The bill addresses a longstanding imbalance in the Lower Basin Fund, which funds salinity control projects. The legislation incorporates work from the seven Colorado River Basin states, the Bureau of Reclamation, and the Natural Resources Conservation Service. “The Colorado River is... Read More »
Today, the U.S House of Representatives voted to pass the Recognizing the Importance of Critical Minerals in Healthcare Act of 2023, introduced by Representative John Curtis (R-Utah). The bill will amend the Energy Act of 2020 to require the Secretary of the Interior to include the Secretary of Health and Human Services in consultations regarding designations of critical minerals, elements, substa... Read More »
Washington, D.C. — Today, Representative John Curtis (R-UT) introduced the Spam Communications Assessment and Mitigation Platform (SCAM Platform) Act, legislation that would create an AI-powered platform under the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). This platform would allow Americans to upload texts, emails, and letters they suspect might be scam attempts. Using advanced AI, the portal would... Read More »
Today, as Geographic Information System (GIS) users around the world showcase their work, Representatives John Curtis (R-UT) and Pete Aguilar (D-CA) introduced a resolution officially designating November 20, 2024, as National GIS Day. The resolution encourages GIS users to continue innovating and using GIS as a tool to analyze and address today’s societal challenges while driving economic growth.... Read More »
Yesterday, Representative John Curtis (R-UT) and a coalition of Western lawmakers sent a letter to Mountain West Conference Commissioner Gloria Nevarez, urging the conference to protect the safety and fairness of women’s sports. “Title IX recognizes the fundamental biological differences between men and women and allows each to pursue educational programs and activities equally, including athletic... Read More »
Today, Representative John Curtis (R-UT) issued a statement following the agreement between the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the Utah School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration (SITLA) on the final completion of the Emery County Land Bill of 2018: “The Emery County Land Bill represents the largest transfer of federal land back to the state in Utah’s history,” said Rep. Curtis. “Thi... Read More »
Washington, D.C. – Today, Corey Norman, Chief of Staff for Senator-elect John Curtis (R-UT), announced that Boyd Matheson will be joining the office as a Strategic Advisor. Boyd Matheson brings extensive experience, having served as a Senate Chief of Staff, business consultant, radio host, and television commentator. His broad expertise will be instrumental in navigating complex legislative challe... Read More »
Congressman John Curtis is looking for dedicated and enthusiastic individuals to join his team in Utah and Washington, D.C. His office is currently hiring for the following positions: DC JOBS STAFF ASSISTANT Pay Range: $45,000-$55,000 Preferred experience: Bachelor’s degree 0-2 years of professional experience Responsibilities: --Maintains front office operations, including answering telephones an... Read More »
This week, Representative John Curtis (R-UT) introduced the Home Ownership, Mortgage, and Equity Savings (HOMES) Act, a bill that would make homeownership more accessible for Utah’s residents. The proposed legislation would allow individuals with self-directed IRA accounts to use their retirement savings to purchase a primary residence for themselves or an immediate family member. “Homeownership i... Read More »
Today, Representative John Curtis (R-UT) issued the following statement to commemorate the attack on Israel by Hamas and other Iranian proxy forces on October 7th, 2023: One year since the deadliest attack on the Jewish people since the Holocaust, the grief and horror from that day—and the days that followed—remain unimaginable. I want to reiterate my unwavering support for the State of Israel, it... Read More »
Washington, D.C. – Yesterday, Representative John Curtis (R-UT) passed two bills through the House of Representatives with bipartisan support. The Great Salt Lake Stewardship Act would incorporate the Great Salt Lake into ongoing conservation efforts under the Colorado River water conservation program. The Geothermal Energy Opportunity Act aims to expedite the approval process for geothermal proje... Read More »
Provo, Utah — Today, Representative John Curtis (R-UT), made the following statement after the release of WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich and former Marine Paul Whelan from Russian prisons as part of a prisoner-swap: “I am relieved to see Americans and others wrongly detained by Russia finally returning to their families. Unfortunately, Putin and other authoritarian leaders frequently engage in host... Read More »
This week, Representative John Curtis (R-UT) introduced the Star-Spangled Summit Act, a bill to allow the American flag to fly on Kyhv Peak. For over 20 years Robert Collins seasonally placed an American flag on the Peak above Provo, Utah. In 2021, Collins was informed by the Forest Service that placement of the flag may violate the agency’s policies. The bill requires the Forest Service to issue ... Read More »
Yesterday, Representative John Curtis (R-UT) introduced the Operational Flexibility Grazing Management Program Act. The bill provides ranchers with flexibility to respond to circumstances that impact land they rely on to feed their livestock. It follows a 2018 pilot program that allowed grazing permittees to respond to shifting conditions in several western states. “Utah’s ranchers face extraordin... Read More »
Today, Representatives John Curtis (R-UT) and Scott Peters (D-CA) introduced the Providing Reliable, Objective, Verifiable Emissions Intensity and Transparency (PROVE IT) Act. The bill is designed to provide high-quality, verifiable data to support American businesses and ensure fair competition on the global stage. The bill also takes into account human rights and labor standards of each country ... Read More »
