State and National

 Hatch Lauds Passage of Keystone XL Pipeline Act

Washington, D.C.—Senator Orrin Hatch, R-Utah, President Pro Tempore of the United States Senate, released the following statement upon passage of the Keystone XL Pipeline Act:

Activist Blames Cuban Government for Her Father's Death. Now, She Wants to Make the Island Free in His Memory.

News: Rosa María Payá's fight took on an uncertain and new turn when President Obama and Cuban leader Raul Castro announced a deal last month to normalize relations between the two countries.

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Governor Gary R. Herbert’s Schedule

Feb. 2, 2015 - Feb. 6 2015

**The Governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change**

Media representatives are welcome at events designated with “Media Access”

Monday, Feb. 2

No public events

Tuesday, Feb. 3

10:45 a.m. SUU Day on the Hill

Location: Capitol Rotunda

Gov. Herbert signs letter to encourage federalism  

SALT LAKE CITY (Jan. 30, 2015) – This week, Gov. Gary R. Herbert joined 24 of his fellow Republican governors in signing a letter to House Speaker John Boehner and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell urging the 114th Congress to actively restore balance between the states and federal government during the session.

Utah Farm Bureau Lists

‘Issues to Watch For in 2015’

List includes priority areas for 2015

Utah legislative session as well as national priorities

SANDY, Utah. January 30, 2015 – The Utah Farm Bureau has released its list of ‘Issues to Watch For in 2015’ upon returning from the national agricultural convention for the American Farm Bureau Federation and at the start of the 2015 Utah general legislative session.

Utah ranks among top states in job report

SALT LAKE CITY (Jan. 30, 2015) – Gov. Gary R. Herbert highlighted Utah’s strong economy earlier this week during his annual State of the State address to the Legislature. New rankings show Utah is home to the nation’s fourth lowest unemployment rate and the third highest job growth rate.  

Gov. Herbert issues statement on the passing of former RNC Chair Richards

SALT LAKE CITY (Jan. 30, 2015) – Gov. Gary R. Herbert issued the following statement on the passing of Utahn and former Republican National Committee Chair, Richard Richards:

Lt. Gov. Cox challenges legislators to stay fit and healthy

SALT LAKE CITY (Jan. 30, 2015) – Lt. Gov. Spencer J. Cox has challenged members of the Legislature to join him in a contest aimed at improving eating and exercise habits during the legislative session and setting an example to constituents about the benefits of eating right and staying fit.

Gov. Herbert reacts to news that Gov. Romney will not run for president in 2016

SALT LAKE CITY (Jan. 30, 2015) – Gov. Gary R. Herbert issued the following statement in reaction to the news that former Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney will not run for president in 2016:

Repealing Obamacare Is 'Like Making Sausage': This Congressman Says He Knows How to Do It

Conservative lawmakers are putting pressure on Speaker John Boehner to take the necessary steps to fulfill a Republican campaign promise.

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