Press Releases
Senators Alarmed by FDA's Chief Scientist's Perspectives on Promotions
Feb 8, 2024
Senator Mike Lee (R-UT), joined by Senators Eric Schmitt (R-MO) and Mike Braun (R-IN), raised concerns to FDA Commissioner Robert Califf about the expressed views of Dr. Namandje Bumpus, the agency's Chief Scientist. The letter urges Commissioner Califf to consider how Dr. Bumpus's potential promotion to Principal Deputy Commissioner could influence the FDA's hiring and promotion practices and questions whether her perspective aligns with the FDA's mission to protect public health.
Utah Congressional Delegation Announces Passport Fairs in Coordination with State Department
Feb 5, 2024
WASHINGTON—U.S. Senators Mike Lee (R-UT) and Mitt Romney (R-UT), and Representatives John Curtis (UT-03), Blake Moore (UT-01), Burgess Owens (UT-04), and Celeste Maloy (UT-02), in coordination with the Department of State, today announced five “Passport Fairs” throughout the state. Utahns in need of a passport, or those whose passports have expired or will expire in the next year, may register for an appointment from February 13 – 17 at one of five locations. Expedited processing will be available. Details can be found below.
Senator Lee Releases “Dirty Dozen” Disasters in So-Called “Border Deal”
Feb 5, 2024
The proposed border deal will not secure our border. Passing it into law would worsen the border crisis. Here’s why:
Senator Lee Takes Tech CEOs to Task on Online Child Safety
Jan 31, 2024
WASHINGTON - Today, amidst a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing titled "Big Tech and the Online Child Sexual Exploitation Crisis," Sen. Mike Lee announced the introduction of the Preventing Rampant Online Technological Exploitation and Criminal Trafficking (PROTECT) Act. This legislation addresses the pressing issue of online sexual exploitation and imposes stringent requirements on internet service providers.
Lee Aims to End Antiquated Jones Act
Jan 25, 2024
WASHINGTON – To address the longstanding challenges posed by the Jones Act, Sen. Mike Lee (R-UT) introduced two bills: the Open America’s Waters Act and the Protecting Access to American Products Act. These bills represent a comprehensive approach to alleviating the burdens American consumers, businesses, and communities face due to antiquated World War I-era regulations.
Senator Lee Introduces Four Bills to Protect the Unborn
Jan 19, 2024
As the nation prepares to observe the annual March for Life, Sen. Mike Lee (R-UT) is reinforcing his dedication to protecting the unborn by introducing four critical pieces of legislation: the Abortion is not Health Care Act, the Protecting Life in Health Savings Accounts Act, the Protecting Life in Foreign Assistance Act, and the Guaranteeing the Unborn Access to Respect and Dignity (GUARD) Act.
Lee Fires Back at Biden Gun Export Restrictions with New Bill
Dec 18, 2023
Sen. Mike Lee (R-UT), joined by Sens. Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) and Rick Scott (R-FL), introduced the Protect American Gun Exporter Act. This bill comes in response to the Bureau of Industry and Security’s (BIS) recent 90-day pause on the issuance of new export licenses for firearms, ammunition, and component parts to non-governmental end users in most foreign countries.
Sen. Lee Bill Puts Parents in Charge
Dec 14, 2023
Sen. Mike Lee (R-UT) introduced the Accelerating Children's Education (ACE) Act to bolster educational choices for American families. This bill addresses growing concerns among parents about the ideological influences in public education and the economic barriers to alternative schooling options.
Lee Introduces Suite of Bills to Revitalize American Ports
Dec 8, 2023
Sen. Mike Lee (R-UT) introduced a series of legislative measures to bolster the United States' supply chain resilience and modernize its port infrastructure. The suite of four bills introduced by Senator Lee seeks to address long-standing impediments in the port sector and is poised to enhance the competitiveness of American maritime logistics.
Senator Lee Introduces Act to Defund and Depart UN
Dec 6, 2023
Sen. Mike Lee (R-UT) introduced the Disengaging Entirely from the United Nations Debacle (DEFUND) Act, which calls for the United States' complete withdrawal from the United Nations (UN). This legislation confronts imperative issues of national sovereignty and fiscal accountability, which have been persistent points of criticism against the United States involvement in the UN. Representative Chip Roy (R-TX 21) spearheads the companion bill in the House of Representatives.
