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REP. JOHN CURTIS INTRODUCES SCAM PLATFORM ACT TO HELP AMERICANS COMBAT FRAUD WITH AI

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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…

REPRESENTATIVES CURTIS AND AGUILAR INTRODUCE RESOLUTION DESIGNATING NOVEMBER 20 AS NATIONAL GIS DAY

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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…

REP. JOHN CURTIS INTRODUCES BILL TO MAKE HOMEOWNERSHIP EASIER FOR UTAHNS

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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…

FORMER MAYOR OF PROVO HELPS BRING NEW AIRLINE TO CITY

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Washington, D.C. — Today, American Airlines announced they will begin flight service out of Provo Airport to major hubs starting October 7, 2024, with three daily flights. American will operate two daily flights to Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and one daily flight to Phoenix (PHX). The airline joins Allegiant Air who flies to seven destinations. Following the announcement, former mayor of…

CURTIS SUPPORTS PASSAGE OF BIPARTISAN TAX PACKAGE

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Washington, D.C. — Yesterday, Representative John Curtis (R-UT) voted in favor of the bipartisan Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act. Following the vote, Curtis issued a statement and made additional comments in the video below:   “I was proud to support the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act as one of my first votes in Congress, which helped Utah’s families keep more of their…

CONGRESS SETS NOVEMBER 15 AS NATIONAL GIS DAY TO CELEBRATE MAP TECHNOLOGY

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Washington, D.C. — Today, as Geographic Information System (GIS) users around the world showcase their work, Congressmen John Curtis (R-UT) and Pete Aguilar (D-CA) introduced a resolution officially designating November 15, 2023, as National GIS Day. The resolution encourages GIS users to continue to innovate and use GIS as a tool to analyze and address today’s societal challenges and…

CURTIS STANDS FOR FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY, VOTES IN FAVOR OF SPENDING REDUCTION BILL

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Washington, D.C. — Today, following the passage of the Fiscal Responsibility Act Congressman John Curtis (UT-03) issued the following statement:   “Since coming to Congress, I have not voted for a single omnibus spending bill or debt ceiling increase,” said Rep. Curtis. “While not perfect, this is the first bill I have been presented that gets Washington to spend…

Rep. Curtis Addresses the Urgent Need to Prevent U.S. Default and Restore Fiscal Health

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Washington, D.C. — Today, Representative John Curtis (UT-03) released the following statement addressing the critical need for the United States to avoid defaulting on its debts and to restore fiscal responsibility. The statement comes in response to the introduction of a debt limit plan by House Republicans that grows the economy and limits spending:   “Point blank, there is too…

Curtis, Salazar, and Colleagues Introduce Complete Immigration Reform Programs

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This week, Congressman John Curtis stood with Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar and a group of Republican House colleagues to introduce the long-awaited Dignity Act, a complete immigration reform bill consisting of 3 core principles: providing a dignified solution for immigrants living in America, strengthening the American workforce and economy, and stopping illegal immigration.