Press Releases
Representative Blake Moore Joins Bipartisan, Bicameral Effort to Help Reduce Income as a Barrier to Adoption
WASHINGTON - Representative Blake Moore reintroduced the bipartisan and bicameral Adoption Tax Credit Refundability Act of 2025 to help children find permanent, loving families by removing income as a barrier to adoption. Congressman Moore was joined by Representatives Danny K. Davis (D-IL), Randy Feenstra (R-IA), Gwen Moore (D-WI), Don Bacon (R-NE), Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D-CA), and Robert Aderholt (R-AL). Senators Kevin Cramer (R-ND) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) will introduce companion … Continue Reading
April 11, 2025
Congressman Blake Moore Introduces Legislation to Preserve University of Utah’s Research Park
WASHINGTON - Congressman Blake Moore introduced legislation to protect and preserve the University of Utah’s nearly 600-acre Research Park. Working alongside University of Utah leadership, Congressman Moore crafted the University of Utah Research Park Act to ensure the U can continue to serve as a premier research incubator. Congressman Moore was joined by the Utah House delegation in introducing this bill, and Senators Mike Lee and John Curtis lead companion legislation in the Senate. “The … Continue Reading
April 04, 2025
Congressman Blake Moore Appointed Chair of the Budget Committee Health Care Task Force
WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman Blake Moore was appointed by House Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington to serve as Chair of the Committee’s Health Care Task Force. The Task Force will build on its work from the 118th Congress by examining opportunities to modernize and personalize the health care system and support policies that fuel innovation and increase patient access to quality and affordable care. One of the initial areas of focus for the Budget Health Care Task Force will be … Continue Reading
March 26, 2025
Congressman Blake Moore Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Address Higher Education Housing Affordability
WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman Blake Moore introduced bipartisan legislation to address higher education housing affordability. The Collegiate Housing and Infrastructure Act would remove a restriction on non-profit student housing entities, such as fraternities and sororities, from using donations to build and maintain quality student housing and amend the tax code to treat all non-profit student housing entities the same. Congressman Moore was joined by Congresswoman Terri Sewell (D-AL) in … Continue Reading
March 20, 2025
Congressman Blake Moore Introduces Legislation to Provide Qualified Hazardous Duty Area Designation for Mali, Burkina Faso, Kenya, and Chad
WASHINGTON- Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT) introduced bipartisan legislation to extend the Qualified Hazardous Duty Area (QHDA) designation to Mali, Burkina Faso, Kenya, and Chad, ensuring that U.S. servicemembers stationed in these high-risk areas receive critical tax exclusion benefits. This bill comes alongside bipartisan support from fellow lawmakers and endorsements from leading military organizations, including the Special Operations Association of America and the Military Officers … Continue Reading
March 11, 2025
ICYMI: Congressman Blake Moore Introduces Legislation to Ease Tax Burden on Homeowners Who Invest in Water-Saving Upgrades
WASHINGTON- Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT), alongside Congressman Jared Huffman (D-CA) and Congresswoman Judy Chu (D-CA), introduced legislation that would amend federal tax law to exempt homeowners from paying income tax on rebates received from water utilities for water conservation and runoff management improvements. The Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act encourages homeowners to invest in water-saving and flood-prevention improvements by ensuring they are not penalized with … Continue Reading
February 27, 2025
Congressman Blake Moore Introduces Legislation to Bolster Wildlife Conservation Funding
WASHINGTON- Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT) introduced the Sporting Goods Excise Tax Modernization Act to close a tax loophole that has created lost revenue for state-led wildlife conservation and outdoor recreation programs. By shifting the tax responsibility from consumers to U.S. online marketplaces, this bill will ensure that federal excise taxes on imported sportfishing and archery, which are critical funding sources for conservation programs equipment, are properly … Continue Reading
February 26, 2025
Congressman Blake Moore Introduces Legislation Protecting American Energy Production
WASHINGTON - Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT) introduced the Protecting Domestic Mining Act of 2025 to strengthen American mining and restore domestic energy independence. He introduced this legislation alongside Congressman Jefferson Shreve (R-IN). In 2023, the Biden Administration proposed a rule limiting the minerals eligible for expedited permitting in the United States. The Protecting Domestic Mining Act of 2025 blocks the Biden Administration's proposed rule and streamlines the permitting … Continue Reading
February 11, 2025
Congressman Blake Moore and Utah Delegation Introduce Bill to Support Wildfire Prevention
WASHINGTON- Congressman Blake Moore (UT-01), Congressman Mike Kennedy (UT-03), Congressman Burgess Owens (UT-04), and Congresswoman Celeste Maloy (UT-02) joined Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Chairman Mike Lee (UT) and Senator John Curtis (UT) in introducing the Utah Wildfire Research Institute Act. This bill establishes a federal wildfire research institute at Utah State University to study wildfire ecology and develop innovative solutions to reduce wildfire risks. The … Continue Reading
February 11, 2025
Congressman Blake Moore Introduces Legislation to Localize Ski Fees and Assist National Forest Services
WASHINGTON- Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT) joined Congressman Joe Neguse (D-CO) in introducing the bipartisan Ski Hill Resources for Economic Development (SHRED) Act. This legislation will allow local National Forests to retain a portion of annual fees paid by ski areas operating on Forest Service lands. Senators John Barrasso (R-WY) and Michael Bennet (D-CO) introduced companion legislation in the Senate. To operate on some of America’s most stunning National Forest lands across the … Continue Reading
February 07, 2025
Congressman Blake Moore Introduces Legislation to Remove Trade Barrier on Outdoor Retailers
WASHINGTON- Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT) and Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (D-ME) introduced the bipartisan Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act, which will eliminate a trade barrier penalizing outdoor recreation companies. By changing an outdated part of the U.S. tariff code, the bill would make it easier for outdoor retailers to sell water-resistant apparel that does not contain Per-and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) chemicals. PFAS are nearly indestructible substances potentially linked … Continue Reading
February 04, 2025
Congressman Blake Moore Reintroduces Bipartisan Legislation to Increase Health Care Savings for Americans
WASHINGTON- Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT) reintroduced the bipartisan Health Out-of-Pocket Expense (HOPE) Act for the 119th Congress. The HOPE ACT 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 Raul Ruiz (D-CA), Congressman Adrian … Continue Reading
January 30, 2025
Congressman Blake Moore Reintroduces Legislation to Support Local Communities and Incentivize Charitable Giving
WASHINGTON- Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT), Congressman Danny K. Davis (D-IL), Congresswoman Carol Miller (R-WV), Congressman Chris Pappas (D-NH), and Congressman Jimmy Panetta (D-CA) have reintroduced the bipartisan Charitable Act to encourage Americans to donate to charitable causes and support local communities. In addition to a broad, nationwide coalition that touches nearly every sector of our economy, the bill is endorsed by more than 100 nonprofits in Utah. Senator James Lankford … Continue Reading
January 28, 2025
Congressman Blake Moore Reintroduces Legislation to Bolster American Semiconductor R&D
WASHINGTON- Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT), Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (D-WA), Congressman Michael McCaul (R-TX), Congresswoman Doris Matsui (D-CA), Congressman John Moolenaar (R-MI), and Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) reintroduced the Semiconductor Technology Advancement and Research (STAR) Act for the 119th Congress. This bipartisan legislation creates an investment tax credit for semiconductor design expenditures to advance the United States’ semiconductor research and development … Continue Reading
January 22, 2025
House Passes Congressman Moore’s Bills to Enhance Public Use of Federal Waterways and Establish a Location for Medal of Honor Monument on the National Mall
WASHINGTON- The House unanimously passed two of Congressman Blake Moore’s bills—the Modernizing Access to Our Public Waters (MAPWaters) Act and the Hershel “Woody” Williams National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act. “What a great way to start the 119th Congress! I am thrilled that my MAPWaters Act and National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act have passed the House,” said Congressman Blake Moore. “Respectively, these bills will enhance recreationalists’ ability to access and enjoy our … Continue Reading
January 15, 2025
DOGE Caucus Co-Chairs Announce Congressional Platform to Cut Government Spending
WASHINGTON- Co-chairs of the Congressional DOGE Caucus, Congressmen Blake Moore (UT-01), Congressman Aaron Bean (FL-04), Congressman Pete Sessions (TX-17), and Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) revealed the Congressional DOGE Caucus Platform to showcase the Caucus’s commitment to the American people during the 119th Congress. This pro-American agenda reflects eight principles as a game plan to make America efficient again through cutting government waste, fraud, and abuse. “The DOGE Caucus has … Continue Reading
January 13, 2025
Congressman Blake Moore Introduces Legislation to Enhance the Child Tax Credit and Provide Tax Relief for Parents
WASHINGTON- Today, Congressman Blake Moore introduced the Family First Act to support working American families with an updated and enhanced Child Tax Credit (CTC), tax relief for parents with young children, and a new tax credit for pregnant mothers. This legislation builds on the pro-family tax policies enacted in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 that are set to expire at the end of this year and heeds the call of the Trump-Vance Administration’s commitment to supporting working … Continue Reading
January 10, 2025
Congressman Moore Reintroduces Legislation to Address Military Housing Affordability
WASHINGTON- Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT) reintroduced the Low Income Housing for Defense Communities Act for the 119th Congress. This bipartisan piece of legislation would 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 reintroducing this bill. This legislation will diversify the housing options available to lower-enlisted servicemembers serving … Continue Reading
January 10, 2025
President Biden Signs Several of Congressman Moore’s Legislative Initiatives into Law
WASHINGTON- President Joe Biden recently signed several of Congressman Blake Moore’s legislative initiatives into law, further demonstrating Congressman Moore’s reputation as a productive member of Congress who achieves results on behalf of Utahns and Americans across the country. “I came to Washington with the promise to be a productive, conservative, and optimistic member that delivers for Utahns and our next generation. It is an honor to see these legislative initiatives cross the finish … Continue Reading
December 18, 2024
House Passes Congressman Blake Moore’s Legislation to Improve Recreation Access to Federal Waterways
WASHINGTON - Yesterday, Congressman Blake Moore’s Modernizing Access to Our Public Waters (MAPWaters) Act passed the House of Representatives by a voice vote. This bipartisan bill will improve the standardization, consolidation, and availability of data related to public use of federal waterways and provide outdoor recreationalists the most up-to-date information when exploring the many natural wonders throughout Utah and across the country. “Our federal waterways are an integral part of our … Continue Reading