Press Releases
Congressman Blake Moore Re-Elected to Serve as House Republican Conference Vice Chair in 119th Congress
WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman Blake Moore released the following statement after being re-elected to serve as House Republican Conference Vice Chair for the 119th Congress: "I am thrilled to be re-elected to serve as the House Republican Conference Vice Chair for the 119th Congress. My team and I have worked hard over the last year to support each and every member and their staff to promote an optimistic, productive, and unified message that meets Americans where they are and shares our … Continue Reading
September 27, 2024
House Budget Committee Unanimously Passes Congressman Moore’s Bipartisan Bill to Improve Congressional Access to Economic Data
WASHINGTON - The House Budget Committee passed Congressman Blake Moore’s Increasing Baseline Updates Act by a unanimous vote of 32-0. This bipartisan piece of legislation will require the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) to produce at least two baseline updates each year, including one update with economic data. This will ensure Congress has the most up-to-date information on relevant budget and economic figures to inform the appropriations process and other legislation. Congressman Moore was … Continue Reading
September 26, 2024
Moore, Pappas, and Kiggans Introduce the Bipartisan State Boating Act
WASHINGTON - Congressman Blake Moore (UT-01), Congressman Chris Pappas (NH-01), and Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) introduced the bipartisan State Boating Act to ensure that states can collect boating fees during the boat registration and certificate of numbering process. These fees help fund programs to address aquatic invasive species, boating safety, search and rescue, and more. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Crapo (R-ID) and Risch (R-ID) have introduced a companion bill in the … Continue Reading
September 19, 2024
Congressman Blake Moore Introduces Legislation to Address Military Housing Affordability
WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT) introduced the Low Income Housing for Defense Communities Act of 2024, a bipartisan piece of legislation to address military housing affordability by diversifying housing options for servicemembers serving in high-cost areas. Congressman Moore was joined by Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (D-WA) in introducing this bill. “When I got onto the Ways and Means Committee, Clearfield Mayor Mark Shepherd approached me with an idea to address the … Continue Reading
September 11, 2024
Congressman Blake Moore Speaks in House Natural Resources Committee in Support of the Tax Stamp Revenue Transfer For Wildlife and Recreation Act
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 will reallocate funds generated by the existing tax stamp sportsmen pay when purchasing suppressors into the Pittman Robertson Wildlife Restoration Trust Fund to bolster wildlife conservation and recreational activities. This bill now awaits a markup and vote in the Natural Resources Committee. Read … Continue Reading
September 11, 2024
Moore, Wenstrup, Pfluger, and Green Release Request for Information on Policy Solutions to Secure and Enhance Domestic Medical Supply Chains
WASHINGTON- Yesterday, Representatives Blake Moore (UT-01), Brad R. Wenstrup, D.P.M. (OH-02), August Pfluger (TX-11), and Mark Green, M.D. (TN-07) released a Request for Information (RFI) to solicit feedback on strengthening and enhancing domestic medical supply chains. As Congress continues its important duty to ensure the safety and security of our nation through strengthening our medical supply chains, this RFI seeks feedback from independent experts, stakeholders, industry leaders, and … Continue Reading
August 27, 2024
Congressman Blake Moore Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Boost Savings and Health Care Affordability for American Families
WASHINGTON- Last week, Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT) introduced the Health Out-of-Pocket Expense (HOPE) Act, a bipartisan piece of legislation that will create a tax-advantaged account that enables millions of Americans with most types of insurance coverage to save for health care costs through both individual and employer contributions. Congressman Moore was joined by Congressman Jimmy Panetta (D-CA), Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), Congressman Brad Schneider (D-IL), Congressman Adrian … Continue Reading
August 06, 2024
What They Are Saying: How Congressman Blake Moore's STAR Act Will Bolster the United States’ Leadership in Semiconductor Technology and Promote R&D
WASHINGTON- 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 will advance U.S. semiconductor research and development initiatives by creating an investment tax credit for semiconductor design expenditures. The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) Advanced Micro Devices Inc. (AMD) SiFive MediaTek Amphere The text of … Continue Reading
July 30, 2024
Congressman Blake Moore Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Drive American Leadership in Semiconductor R&D
WASHINGTON- Today, Congressman Blake Moore introduced the Semiconductor Technology Advancement and Research (STAR) Act, a bipartisan piece of legislation that will advance 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 … Continue Reading
July 16, 2024
ICYMI: Congressman Blake Moore Welcomed the House Ways and Means Committee to Utah’s First District for a Field Hearing on Medical Innovation and Tour of Welfare Square
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 as well as a tour of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ Welfare Square. Titled “Access to Health Care in America: Unleashing Medical Innovation and Economic Prosperity,” the field hearing took place at ARUP Laboratory in Salt Lake City and brought together members of the Ways and Means Committee, Utah … Continue Reading
June 14, 2024
Congressman Blake Moore’s Statement on His Vote in Support of the Service Member Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025
WASHINGTON - Congressman Blake Moore issued the following statement on his vote in support of the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA): “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, the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2025. This bill provides a 19.5% base pay increase for … Continue Reading
June 03, 2024
Congressman Blake Moore Introduces Bicameral Legislation to Deter Chinese Aggression Against Taiwan
WASHINGTON - Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT) introduced the Deterring Economic Aggression Through Retaliation (DETER) Act, a bicameral piece of legislation with Senator James Lankford (R-OK) to counter the People’s Republic of China’s (PRC) aggressive behavior and use economic leverage to prevent an invasion of Taiwan. The DETER Act would look to avert a future crisis in the Taiwan Strait by revoking China’s Permanent Normal Trade Relations (PNTR) status with the United States if the PRC … Continue Reading
May 21, 2024
Congressman Blake Moore Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Enhance the Court Improvement Program
WASHINGTON - Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT) introduced the Court Improvement Program Enhancement Act of 2024, bipartisan legislation to enhance the Court Improvement Program (CIP) so courts can promote quality care and improved outcomes for children and families. Congressman Moore was joined by Congresswoman Carol Miller (R-WV) and Congresswoman Judy Chu (D-CA) in introducing this legislation. The Court Improvement Program Enhancement Act will clarify that CIP funds may be used towards … Continue Reading
May 13, 2024
Congressman Blake Moore Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Prevent the Waste, Fraud, and Abuse of Federal Funds
WASHINGTON - Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT) and Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger (D-VA) introduced bipartisan legislation to prevent the waste, fraud, and abuse of federal funds. H.R. 8343, the Enhancing Improper Payment Accountability Act, would support the protection of taxpayer dollars by enacting more comprehensive reporting requirements for new federal spending programs and ensuring all programs are compliant with current reporting standards. In-depth information on programs and … Continue Reading
May 10, 2024
Congressman Blake Moore Joins Colleagues in Sending Letter to Demand U.S. Customs and Border Protection Investigate Visa Fraud by U.S. Colleges & Universities
WASHINGTON - Congressman Blake Moore joined his colleagues in sending a letter to the Senior Official Performing the Duties of the Commissioner, Troy Miller, demanding U.S. Customs and Border Protection launch investigations into possible cases of visa fraud committed by colleges and universities that have failed to enforce rules that protect students from antisemitic harassment on their campuses. “Over the past several weeks, we have seen an influx of threats and incidents of violence … Continue Reading
May 10, 2024
Congressman Blake Moore’s Office Named a Finalist for Congressional Constituent Service Award
WASHINGTON - The office of Congressman Blake Moore has been named a finalist for the Congressional Management Foundation’s (CMF) Democracy Award for Constituent Service, recognizing their top-notch constituent services program that serves Utah’s First District. Congressman Moore’s office is being commended for their regular in-person and telephone town halls, staff-led mobile office hours, weekly e-newsletter, casework protocol, and much more. “Since my first day in office, I have held the … Continue Reading
April 26, 2024
Congressman Blake Moore’s Statement on National Security and Foreign Affairs Bills
WASHINGTON - Congressman Blake Moore issued the following statement after voting to defend U.S. national security and advance U.S. interests: “Today I voted in favor of four national security bills that will advance the U.S. national interest in a cost-effective manner, strengthen the domestic industrial base of the U.S. economy, and support our allies and partners as they defend themselves from threats posed by dangerous regimes. Utah’s First District is playing a significant role in … Continue Reading
April 12, 2024
Congressman Blake Moore's Statement on His Vote in Support of the Reforming Security and Intelligence Act
WASHINGTON -- Congressman Blake Moore issued the following statement on his vote in support of the Reforming Security and Intelligence Act: "Today I voted in favor of the Reforming Security and Intelligence Act (RISA) which contains a vital set of 56 long-overdue reforms to the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA). I am proud of my colleagues on the Judiciary and Intelligence Committees for hammering out a strong compromise that will protect U.S. national security, prevent the FBI … Continue Reading
March 14, 2024
ICYMI: House Budget Committee’s FY25 Budget Resolution Works Better for Hardworking Americans than President Biden’s Runaway Spending Plan
A week after the House Budget Committee passed its Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Resolution, President Biden released his budget full of tax hikes, inflationary spending, and steep deficits. Congressman Blake Moore (R-Utah) issued the following statement on the President’s budget and the need to implement responsible spending reforms outlined in the Budget Committee’s plan: “Our nation’s federal debt and deficit are a crisis, and President Biden’s budget falls far short of addressing the many … Continue Reading
March 07, 2024
Congressman Blake Moore's Statement on President Biden's 2024 State of the Union Address
WASHINGTON— U.S. Congressman Blake Moore (R-Utah) released the following statement after President Joe Biden’s 2024 State of the Union address: “I was expecting President Biden to use tonight’s State of the Union address to find common ground and inspire a shared vision for America. Instead, the President delivered a divisive campaign speech. If we want to find real solutions to our nation’s most pressing challenges, we must come together. I agreed with President Biden’s comments about … Continue Reading