Press Releases
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
February 29, 2024
Congressman Blake Moore's Statement on the Continuing Resolution Vote to Avoid a Partial Government Shutdown
“For months, Speaker Johnson has been negotiating an appropriations agreement that will reduce year over year spending for the first time in over a decade, and we are set to vote on the first package of these bills next week. For years, Speaker Pelosi jammed members of Congress with giant omnibuses without any time to read them. Speaker Johnson is bucking that process and adhering to the 72-hour rule that will give all members enough time to actually review the bills—a major, welcomed … Continue Reading
February 27, 2024
Congressman Moore Introduces Legislation to Enhance Work Supports for TANF Recipients
WASHINGTON— U.S. Congressman Blake Moore (R-Utah) introduced legislation to enhance work supports for Americans receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF). The Restoring Temporary to TANF Act would require that states set aside 25% of federal TANF dollars to spend on core work activities, including: work supports, education and training, apprenticeships, non-recurrent short-term benefits, work activities, and case management for TANF individual responsibility plans. TANF … Continue Reading
February 06, 2024
Utah Congressional Delegation Announces Passport Fairs in Coordination with State Department
WASHINGTON—U.S. Senators Mike Lee (R-UT) and Mitt Romney (R-UT), and Representatives Blake Moore (UT-01), Celeste Maloy (UT-02), John Curtis (UT-03), and Burgess Owens (UT-04), in coordination with the Department of State, 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. … Continue Reading
February 01, 2024
House Passes Critical Bipartisan Tax Package Including Congressman Moore’s Bill to Support Small Businesses
WASHINGTON— Congressman Blake Moore (R-Utah) released the following statement on House passage of the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act, which included his Small Business Growth Act: “This bipartisan, bicameral tax package is a major win for families, small businesses, and taxpayers across the country,” said Congressman Blake Moore. “The bill’s pro-growth, pro-family policies enhance our competitiveness with China, support small businesses in Utah and across the country, … Continue Reading
January 19, 2024
Congressman Moore’s Small Business Growth Act Included in Bipartisan, Bicameral Tax Framework
WASHINGTON—Congressman Blake Moore’s Small Business Growth Act has been included in the tax framework put forth by House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith and Senate Finance Committee Chairman Ron Wyden. This package is being marked up today in the House Ways and Means Committee. The Small Business Growth Act will support small business growth and help small businesses attain the equipment necessary to build their operations and support their workforce. “I am thrilled that my … Continue Reading
January 19, 2024
Congressman Moore’s Budget Reform Legislation Passes the House Budget Committee
WASHINGTON— Congressman Blake Moore (R-Utah) released the following statement after the House Budget Committee passed his Fiscal State of the Nation Act by voice vote: “The Fiscal State of the Nation Act is a commonsense bill that will bring much needed transparency and accountability to how Congress approaches our debt and deficit crisis,” said Congressman Moore. “I am thrilled my legislation was included in this package of bills that aim to address our federal budgeting process. I thank … Continue Reading
January 18, 2024
Congressman Blake Moore's Statement on House Passage of the Continuing Resolution to Avoid a Partial Government Shutdown
WASHINGTON -- Congressman Blake Moore voted in favor of H.R. 2872, the continuing resolution to avoid a partial government shutdown and issued the following statement: “I supported the Fiscal Responsibility Act (FRA) last year because it would reduce our national deficit by $2.1 trillion over six years and included several critical conservative wins. It was the first time I had the opportunity to support legislation to help reverse our debt crisis since I joined Congress, and I’ve remained … Continue Reading